PowerWash Simulator

 PlayStation 5
User Score
4.9

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 21
  3. Negative: 9 out of 21

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  1. jolson1130
    Feb 6, 2023
    6
    So I played this on PC and gave it an 8 there because this is an oddly satisfying game and I enjoyed the creative levels and offbeat story (yep it's a thing). Obviously I enjoyed it enough to play it again on PS5. So why the lower score? I ran into performance issues. As the career mode continued there was a stuttering issue that got to the point where every 10 seconds or so it wouldSo I played this on PC and gave it an 8 there because this is an oddly satisfying game and I enjoyed the creative levels and offbeat story (yep it's a thing). Obviously I enjoyed it enough to play it again on PS5. So why the lower score? I ran into performance issues. As the career mode continued there was a stuttering issue that got to the point where every 10 seconds or so it would basically freeze a moment before continuing. I still beat career mode, but it definitely detracted from the experience.… Expand
  2. Schueli
    Apr 18, 2023
    7
    Macht absolut süchtig, den ganzen Dreck zu bereinigen. Einige Level sind aber auch anstrengend und nervig. Im großen und ganzen aber ein gutes Spiel.
  3. Franco92
    Feb 9, 2023
    8
    Very satisfying and relaxing gameplay. Perfect for unwinding and listening to music or podcasts. When you get into the "flow" it can be a downright meditative experience. The light narrative that persists through client messages is often humorous and is surprisingly mysterious.

    The art style is a nice blend of stylized and realistic, and the physics of the water simulation works exactly    Very satisfying and relaxing gameplay. Perfect for unwinding and listening to music or podcasts. When you get into the "flow" it can be a downright meditative experience. The light narrative that persists through client messages is often humorous and is surprisingly mysterious.

    The art style is a nice blend of stylized and realistic, and the physics of the water simulation works exactly as you'd expect it to in real life. There are a bunch of levels with a lot of character and variety. I also enjoy the variety of powerwashers and attachments, and there's even some cosmetic options for your character and equipment. My only gripe is that it can sometimes be frustrating to get that last 1% to finish a job. There are tools to help you find spots you've missed, but even with that it can still be tedious. I've also encountered frequent stuttering that seemed to get worse the more I played, but simply turning off auto-save fixed it completely. Hopefully that is something fixable with a patch.

    Overall, if you're looking for a relaxing, satisfying and simple sim experience, you will definitely enjoy PowerWash Simulator! Happy spraying!    … Expand
  4. Hevox
    May 16, 2023
    5
    It's a very complicated game to rate since it's not even really a game, but there is something oddly satisfying in playing this. However the absence of music is very surprising, offering the option to play with or without would have been better.
  5. tewatson715
    Sep 4, 2023
    8
    You clean things with a power washer. It's incredible. It's a very satisfying game to lose yourself in, and while the PS5 version isn't optimized ideally (there's a good deal of slowdown) and running is mapped to pressing and holding down the left analog stick which is WEIRD, I still really enjoyed this game. If you need a game to keep you busy, this is the one to grab.

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#91 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2023

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Impulsegamer
    Dec 6, 2024
    70
    PowerWash Simulator is a relaxing game that combines gaming with mindfulness. I didn’t expect to enjoy this game as much as I did, but it is a very soothing experience that can be played for short or long bursts, especially if you just want to chill.
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  2. KeenGamer
    Jan 2, 2024
    80
    If there's any simulator out there that is very simple but still engaging enough to keep you doing the same task for hours without waiting for any particular reward (other than personal satisfaction), that is definitely PowerWash Simulator. The co-op is also a great way to spend a chill time with your friends and clean together in a relaxing and satisfying manner that clearly real life cannot offer!
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  3. Digital Chumps
    Mar 6, 2023
    78
    Powerwash Simulator does not try to hide its true nature. What might barely feel like a game is more of an expression of that part of the brain that just wants to feel some kind of satisfaction. Whether it’s watching a person peel a large part of dried glue off their hand, seeing a massive pimple being popped, or using a controller to wash off an unrealistically dirty suburban house, there’s an audience here. Those who have already played Powerwash Simulator won’t find anything particularly special about the PlayStation 5 version. Undoubtedly, there’s varying levels of reward here but if you’re looking to relax, this may just be the ticket.
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