Thief Simulator 2

Fluctuates between the periodic thrill of breaking the law and the tedium of pretty well everything else

Thief Simulator 2 offers exactly what fans want from it. It's certainly not a major industry milestone, but if you're looking a relatively fun stealth game, it's right here. More or less.

Out on the nick, again!

Thief Simulator 2 is one of those titles you launch when you want to kill some time, or if you want to prove to your friends that you really could get away with stealing from hard-working citizens like the delinquent you think you are.

Thief Simulator 2 is a funny game that excels in terms of atmosphere and tension. The game also offers quite a few gameplay features and hours of gameplay, as you may not have unlocked everything with about 15 hours of playing. The loading times are short, the adaptive trigger effects when lock picking are funny and some other details have been nicely worked out, such as the red-blue lighting of the touchpad when the police are chasing you. Thief Simulator 2 is an entertaining game for anyone who would like to step into the life of a burglar.

On the one hand, the game mechanics are very shallow, the visuals are ugly and have a cheesy feel. On the other hand, it offers incredibly well-dosed content, fun stealth, refined AI, unique mechanics and many other things for a low price.

Thief Simulator 2 is a great example of how creating a sequel to a simulator can pay off—but only if you know how to do it right. Although the change in developer might have seemed like a bad decision, it certainly wasn’t. It’s clear that the developers took great care with the final product. They’ve introduced a lot of new content, so players can spend several more hours robbing houses with a bit of adrenaline pumping through their veins.

Thief Simulator 2 is not a bad game, per se. Far from it in fact, with its engaging central premise and core ideas giving a satisfying stealth experience that we don’t see often. However, everything feels surface level and just a little too janky. It reuses way too much of the original and doesn’t making any significant improvements where it was really needed. But there is still some fun to be had with it, if you’re looking for a basic stealth experience.

Thief Simulator 2 isn’t merely a sequel—it’s a testament to the evolution of stealth gaming. The game transcends the boundaries of traditional stealth, offering a dynamic and realistic experience that demands adaptability and creativity from players. Whether you’re a seasoned heist enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of stealth, Thief Simulator 2 provides an enthralling journey that satisfies both the craving for intellectual challenge and the desire for pulse-pounding excitement.

Thief Simulator 2 is an amazing stealth simulation and has really improved on a lot of aspects from the first game. Its controls are easy to learn and can be fun for those who enjoy stealth simulations or just about any stealth game.