Attention, all Sim enthusiasts—brace yourselves because the notorious Burglar is making a comeback in The Sims 4. As part of the latest update rolling out across PC and console, we welcome back the iconic Robin Banks. It's time to secure your valuables; she's known to sneak into homes at night when everyone's asleep, though she might just try her luck even when Sims are awake. Stay vigilant!
To fend off this crafty thief, you can install a burglar alarm in your Sims' home. If Robin triggers it, the police are sure to arrive in time to catch her and retrieve your stolen items. But don't worry if you don't have an alarm—quick thinking and a call to the police can still save the day. Or, if you're feeling bold, take matters into your own hands with some vigilante justice.
While burglar events are designed to be rare, if you're craving more excitement, you can activate the Lot Challenge Heist Havoc to increase your chances of a visit from Robin Banks.
"We are so thrilled to finally bring the Burglar back into The Sims universe," The Sims' team shared. "A huge thank you to our dedicated team for making this happen. Robin Banks isn’t just here to rob your Sims’ houses—she’s here to steal your hearts too! What better way to celebrate The Sims' 25th Birthday than with this nostalgic yet fresh addition? We can't wait to see the chaos Robin Banks will bring to your households."
Even though The Sims 4 is now 10 years old—and the series itself is celebrating 25 years—it continues to thrive. Last year alone, it attracted over 15 million new players. According to EA's Q2 earnings report from late last year, The Sims 4, which was initially a premium game, took four years to reach 20 million unique players. However, after going free-to-play in 2022, it saw an incredible surge, gaining 31 million new players immediately and reaching a total of 85 million players by May 2024. And while fans eagerly await news, there are currently no plans for The Sims 5... Plum!
