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Thief Simulator

Thief Simulator

Become the best thief. Gather intel, steal things and sell them to buy hi-tech equipment. Do everything that a real thief does.

88%
Very Positive
DeveloperNoble Muffins
PublisherPlayWay S.A.
Release DateNov 9, 2018
$19.99
Peak Players7.2K
PlatformsWindows · macOS
Action
Adventure
Indie
Simulation
AI Review Summary

Thief Simulator offers a satisfying and surprisingly deep stealth experience where players plan and execute house break-ins, though it is marred by significant technical polish issues. While the core gameplay loop of stealing and upgrading is addictive, players should expect a buggy experience with inconsistent AI and a lack of recent developer support.

Pros

  • Satisfying core gameplay loop of planning and executing perfect break-ins90%
  • Excellent value for the price, especially when purchased on sale85%
  • Variety of activities beyond theft, including hideout decoration and car customization75%
  • Deep mechanics and quest variety provide many hours of gameplay70%
  • Rewarding sense of progression and grinding for upgrades65%

Cons

  • Frequent technical bugs, including collision issues and getting stuck on terrain90%
  • Inconsistent AI behavior, such as enemies seeing through walls and broken police mechanics85%
  • Gameplay can become repetitive and boring toward the end of the story75%
  • Perceived lack of polish and updates as the developers moved on to sequels70%
  • Frustrating mechanics like broken taser physics and inability to lock certain doors60%

Notable Mentions

  • The game is frequently compared to its successor, Thief Simulator 2, in terms of mechanics and difficulty.
  • Popularized by content creators like Gray Still Plays, attracting a younger audience over time.
  • The game is noted for being a 'masterpiece' of its specific simulator subgenre despite its age.
Confidence: 76%
Based on the 111 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 16, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
902
Peak · last 90 days
1.4K
All-time peak
7.2K

Price

Current price
$19.99
Lowest tracked
$1.79since Jan 20, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
86%
All-time positive
88%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews39.8K
Positive: 35.1K (88%)Negative: 4.7K (12%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

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Dev Response Rate

18h

Avg Playtime at Review

73%

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