Burgle Bros. vs Sabotage: Which Co-op Heist Game Fits You?
By Fowers Games | Published: 2026-10-13
Category: Comparisons
Compare Burgle Bros. and Sabotage on player count, teamwork style, and tension. See which co-op heist game matches your table.
Quick answer
Choose Burgle Bros. if you want a flexible 1–4 player cooperative heist with easy-to-learn rules and high tension. Choose Sabotage if you prefer a two-team, two-player-each asymmetric stealth game where one side defends a lair and the other infiltrates. Both are co-op heist games from Fowers Games, but they ask very different things of your group.
Player count and team structure
Burgle Bros. is a cooperative game for 1–4 players, so it works for solo play, a duo, or a full table of four. Everyone shares the same goal and loses together. Sabotage is an asymmetric stealth game for two teams of two players each: one team plays villains trying to take over the world with doomsday devices, and the other team plays spies infiltrating the villains' secret lair. That means Sabotage is built for exactly four players in two teams, not for solo or three-player sessions.
How the tension differs
In Burgle Bros., the tension comes from blending easy-to-learn rules with brain-twisting puzzles and a little bit of luck. You assemble your crew, make a plan, and adapt as the heist unfolds. Sabotage flips the script: the spies must use stealth and cunning to shut the villains down without getting caught, while the villains rely on deductive reasoning and a massive (per the catalog description) set of tools. If your group likes hidden movement and bluffing, Sabotage delivers more of that; if you prefer a shared puzzle against the game, Burgle Bros. is the cleaner fit.
Editions, language, and availability
Burgle Bros. is available in multiple versions. The English edition is in stock, and there is a German edition (Burgle Bros (GERMAN)) that ships only to EU countries. Burgle Bros 2 (2nd edition) is a compact edition that includes two new finales and the popular "Casing the Joint" variant, and it is in stock in the US with other regions expected in late December 2025. Sabotage is listed as out of print, so availability may be limited. If you need a specific language or edition, check the product page before ordering.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Player count flexibility: Burgle Bros. supports 1–4 players cooperatively, while Sabotage requires exactly four players in two teams of two. If your group size varies, Burgle Bros. is the safer pick.
- Team vs. shared puzzle: Sabotage pits two teams against each other with asymmetric goals, while Burgle Bros. has all players working together against the game. Choose Sabotage for competitive teamwork; choose Burgle Bros. for a shared puzzle.
- Availability and editions: Burgle Bros. has multiple editions (English, German, and 2nd edition) with different availability, while Sabotage is out of print. Check stock and language before committing to either.
Key product facts
- Burgle Bros. - Wholesale: Burgle Bros. is a cooperative game for 1-4 players that blends easy-to-learn rules with brain-twisting puzzles and high tension excitement. It scales from solo to four players, so it fits small and large groups without needing a second game.
- Sabotage - Wholesale: Sabotage is an asymmetric stealth game for two teams of two players each, with villains trying to take over the world and spies infiltrating their secret lair. It is designed for exactly four players in two teams, so it will not work for solo, two-player, or three-player sessions.
- Burgle Bros 2 (2nd edition): Burgle Bros 2 (2nd edition) is a compact edition that includes two new finales and the popular "Casing the Joint" variant. If you already enjoy Burgle Bros., this edition adds replay value and a smaller box for travel.
Which should you choose?
Best for
- Groups of 1–4 players who want a cooperative heist with easy-to-learn rules and high tension.
- Players who enjoy shared puzzle-solving and a bit of luck.
- Solo players or duos looking for a co-op heist game.
Not for
- Groups that want competitive team play with hidden roles.
- Exactly four players who prefer asymmetric stealth and deduction.
- Buyers who need a readily available game, since Sabotage is out of print.
