Burglars Reintroduced in The Sims 4 Update

After a peaceful decade, the world of The Sims is once again facing the threat of burglars, ready to sneak into homes and make off with valuables. In their latest blog post, The Sims 4 developers have announced the much-anticipated update that brings back these sneaky criminals, although not all players are thrilled about the prospect of being robbed.

As with previous versions of the game, installing an alarm system remains the first line of defense against these intruders. When triggered, it swiftly alerts the police, who will rush to the player's home to apprehend the burglar. For those Sims with a knack for tinkering, upgrading the alarm system can enhance its reliability and even enable it to automatically call the police without player intervention. In the absence of an alarm, players can still call the police themselves, though they'll need to hope the response time is quick enough to catch the thief. Another option is to try and befriend the burglar, turning a potential enemy into an ally.

For those looking for more unconventional methods to deal with burglars, there are several creative solutions available, albeit requiring specific expansion packs. Players can set their dogs on the intruder, or unleash the powers of spellcasters, vampires, or werewolves to deal with the criminal. There's even the option to freeze the burglar in their tracks with a special ray. However, these exotic methods are only accessible to those who have purchased the relevant expansion packs.

The good news is that the burglars update is already available to all players and comes at no extra cost. Dive into the new challenges and see how you can protect your Sims' homes from these cunning thieves.