This Fan-Favorite Sims Character Is Finally Making an Appearance in The Sims 4

Attention, Sim enthusiasts! The notorious Burglar is making a grand return to your virtual neighborhoods with the latest update for The Sims 4. Available now on both PC and console, this update brings back the infamous Robin Banks, so it's time to secure your valuables. She typically strikes under the cover of night, targeting homes when everyone's asleep, but don't let your guard down—she's been known to attempt a daring heist even when Sims are awake.

To fend off this crafty thief, your Sims can install a burglar alarm. If Robin Banks triggers it, the police will arrive promptly to arrest her and retrieve your stolen goods. Even without an alarm, you can still call the police, but you'll need to act fast. Alternatively, if you're feeling bold, you can take matters into your own hands with some vigilante justice.

While burglar events are relatively rare, if you crave 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 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 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!