Bob the Robber
Bob the Robber is a stealth puzzle game about stealing valuables and escaping. Explore five places, search for money, open locks, and avoid cameras and guards.
Key facts
- Genre
- Stealth puzzle platformer
- Series
- Bob the Robber
- Players
- 1 player
How to play Bob the Robber
Choose New Game and select the first location on the map. The first level is a training building with notes that explain the basic actions.
Move Bob with the arrow keys or WASD. Press Up or W near a note, a box, or a door to interact. Hold the key to pick a lock. Press Down or S at stairs and ladders to go down.
Search boxes and furniture for extra money. Some doors have code locks. Read nearby notes and enter the digits at the console. Rewire an electrical panel to turn off its laser barrier.
Watch the camera beams and patrol routes. Bob can hide by standing still in a shadow. Press Space near a guard to hit them. The training camera lets you practice without sounding an alarm.
The target has orange arrows. After taking it, return to the green arrows at the entrance. In our Chrome desktop test, we opened the training code door, disabled its laser, and escaped to reach the jewelry store.
Bob the Robber controls
| Action | Controls |
|---|---|
| Move | Left / Right arrows or A / D |
| Climb, read, search, and interact | Up arrow or W; hold to pick locks |
| Go down stairs or ladders | Down arrow or S |
| Hit a nearby guard | Space |
| Enter a door code | Number keys 0-9 |
| Choose menu items | Mouse |
Tips and tricks
- Read the training notes as you find them. One gives the code 0850 for the first code door.
- Stand directly in front of a lock and hold Up until it opens. A short tap will not finish the lock.
- Search the upper boxes and the shelf in the training building. They raised our money counter from 0 to 35.
- Stop in a shadow when a camera turns toward Bob. The training note says a still Bob is hidden from cameras there.
- Use Space when a guard is close. In the jewelry store, the hit stunned the guard and gave Bob time to pass.
- After you take the marked target, follow your route back to the green exit arrows.
Frequently asked questions
How do I open the first code door?
Read the note beside the console for the code 0850. Press Up or W at the console, then enter the digits with the number keys.
How do I get past the training laser?
Find the electrical panel below the barrier. Stand at the panel and hold Up or W to rewire it. The red laser then turns off.
How many places are on the map?
The map shows five numbered locations. The first is the training building, the second is a jewelry store, and the fifth is a casino.
Is Bob the Robber free to play?
Yes. You can play Bob the Robber in your browser on this site without an account or download.
Can I play Bob the Robber on mobile?
The game uses a keyboard for movement and actions. Play on a desktop or laptop with a keyboard.
Last updated . Bob the Robber is made by its original developer and embedded here for free play.