Beloved Sims Character Joins The Sims 4

Attention, Sim enthusiasts! The notorious Burglar is making a stealthy return to your virtual neighborhoods with the latest update for The Sims 4. Rolling out on both PC and console, this update reintroduces the infamous Robin Banks, urging you to secure your valuables tightly. Remember, she typically prowls under the cover of night, targeting homes when everyone's fast asleep. However, don't let your guard down completely; she's been known to attempt bold heists even when your Sims are awake. Stay vigilant!

To thwart this cunning thief, your Sims can equip their homes with a burglar alarm. Should Robin Banks trigger it, the police are assured to arrive in time to apprehend her and retrieve your stolen items. Even without an alarm, a swift call to the police can save the day. For the more daring, taking matters into your own hands with vigilante justice is always an option.

The Burglar's return to The Sims 4, a decade after its initial release, marks a thrilling addition for fans. For those craving more excitement, activating the Lot Challenge Heist Havoc will increase the frequency of these thrilling encounters.

The team behind The Sims expressed their excitement, stating, "We are so thrilled to finally bring the Burglar back into The Sims universe. Sending a special shout out to our full team for making this a reality. Robin Banks isn’t just ready 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 hope you’re as excited as we are to see what kind of chaos Robin Banks will bring to your households."

Despite The Sims 4 being a decade old and the series celebrating its 25th anniversary, it continues to thrive. Last year alone, it welcomed over 15 million new players. According to EA's Q2 earnings report from late last year, The Sims 4 took four years to reach 20 million unique players as a premium game. However, upon 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!