"How to Find and Catch Robin Banks in The Sims 4"

*The Sims 4* has been enchanting players for years, continuously evolving with fresh content. Yet, the allure of nostalgia often brings back beloved elements from past games. Here's how to find and catch the notorious Burglar, now known as Robin Banks, in *The Sims 4*.

How To Find the Burglar in The Sims 4

A classic feature from the early *Sims* games, the Burglar Sim, reintroduced as Robin Banks in the February 25, 2025, update of *The Sims 4*, is set to stir up excitement once again. She strikes under the cover of night, attempting to snatch valuable items from Sims' homes. Spotting Robin Banks is a rare occurrence, but players can boost her chances of appearing by activating the new Lot Challenge, Heist Havoc. This setting not only increases the likelihood of a burglary but also causes alarms to malfunction, making it easier for Robin to escape with her loot.

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How To Catch the Burglar in The Sims 4

If your Sims manage to wake up before Robin Banks completes her heist, there are several ways to thwart her. The simplest method is to call the police, who have returned to *The Sims 4* and are eager to apprehend this long-elusive criminal. For those who prefer a more hands-on approach, Sims can engage Robin Banks in a physical confrontation, with fitter Sims having a higher chance of success.

Moreover, Sims can employ various defenses to protect their homes. Installing a Burglar Alarm is a straightforward option. However, for those with specific expansion packs, additional strategies are available, as outlined by the developers of *The Sims 4* (via Variety):

• Have a dog? They'll chase Robin Banks right out of your home. (Requires: The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs Expansion Pack)
• Werewolves can intimidate her into leaving. (Requires: The Sims 4 Werewolves Game Pack)
• Spellcasters have an array of options, from confusion spells to transformations. (Requires: The Sims 4 Realm of Magic Game Pack)
• Servos can use their defense matrix to zap her into submission. (Requires: The Sims 4 Discover University Expansion Pack)
• Scientists can immobilize her with a Freeze Ray. (Requires: The Sims 4 Get to Work Expansion Pack)
• Vampires can take a quick snack before commanding her to leave. (Requires: The Sims 4 Vampires Game Pack)

And that's how to find and catch the Burglar, aka Robin Banks, in *The Sims 4*. For more tips, learn how to break and repair a broken object in *The Sims 4* Blast from the Past event.

*The Sims 4 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*