Cop & Thief

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Grid-based puzzle chase. Trap the thief. Cut exits. Cop & Thief is pure spatial thinking—100 stages of cat-and-mouse tactics across 8 themed packs. No filler. Just you vs. a slippery AI.

How to Play Cop & Thief

The Goal: Corner the thief before they hit an exit. Simple mission. Hard execution. Every cop move triggers the thief's counter-move. Plan the blockade. Seal the route. Win when escape is impossible.

Moving Your Cops

Tap a cop. Valid squares light up. Tap where to go. Cop moves instantly. The thief reacts immediately—always sprinting toward the nearest exit. Walls stop everyone. Use them as barriers. Deselect by tapping the same cop twice if you change your mind.

Stage Progression & Packs

100 puzzles total. Split across 8 themed packs. Early stages teach basics—single cop, one thief, open grids. Later levels introduce duo chases: two cops, coordinated traps, brain-melting geometry. Each pack ramps difficulty. No grinding. Pure skill gates.

Hints & Strategy

Stuck on a corner case? Hit the Hint button. Watch a short ad. Get the next optimal move previewed. Don't abuse it—hints spoil the satisfaction. Reset button restarts the puzzle instantly. No penalty. Experiment freely. Pro tip: Block exits first. Force the thief into dead ends. Then close the net.

Key Features

• 100 handcrafted stages: 8 themed puzzle packs. Warm-ups to expert traps.
• Clean grid visuals: Minimal UI. Zero clutter. Focus stays on tactics.
• Hint system: Earn move previews by watching ads. Smart safety net.
• Duo cop puzzles: Late-game levels require two-cop coordination. Double the challenge.
• Instant reset: Retry any stage immediately. No loading screens.

Who is Cop & Thief for?

Perfect for puzzle fans craving logic over reflex. Great for coffee breaks. Satisfying for chess-minded players who love spatial traps. No twitch skills needed—just sharp planning.

Release Date & Developer

Cop & Thief was developed by sublevelgames. Released in May 2026.

Controls

• Tap cop: Select unit
• Tap lit square: Move cop there
• Tap same cop: Deselect
• Hint button: Preview optimal move (watch ad)
• Reset button: Restart puzzle
• Back button: Return to menu