Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 15
  2. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Aug 19, 2022
    100
    Cleaning is so much fun when it isn't in real-life, you just wash away all these feelings and feel better when playing PowerWash Simulator. Thank you FuturLab for an amazing game.
  2. Jul 17, 2022
    85
    Powerwash Simulator is a very zen game. I lost hours of my life just spraying away doing something that felt menial but scratched an itch I didn’t even know I had. This game isn’t for everyone, though. If you don’t find cleaning relaxing, or have issues with finer details, don’t play this. But if you give it a shot, you’ll find a game that is the perfect wind-down game after a long, stressful day.
  3. Jul 12, 2022
    81
    PowerWash Simulator is a very simple, and very good game. Alone or with friends it’s both fun and stupidly satisfying to clean dirt with water. A healthy variety of locations, tools, a solid upgrade path, and even new looks are on hand to make this one well worth checking out.
  4. Jul 24, 2022
    80
    The racing in MX vs. ATV Legends is especially fun to experience in first-person, thanks to the varied courses. The downside, however, is that the game disappoints in many areas. For example, it is full of visual issues, bugs and glitches. In addition, the AI is very unstable and the carrier mode feels a bit empty and mindless. A game that certainly has potential, but where currently not everything is exploited.
  5. 80
    PowerWash Simulator is a fantastic and oddly satisfying real-to-life title. With many areas to clean, plenty of cash to earn, and new equipment to buy, you are spoilt for choice. Sadly, though, the action is a little repetitive and some minor tweaks will resolve this problem.
  6. Jul 20, 2022
    80
    PowerWash Simulator is just a comfort game for me and I can see myself playing this for months to come. There is something extremely satisfying about its progression. Playing with friends is a blast and I just love zoning out and making slow progress. These simulation games are getting wild and this is by far the one to click with me. It had me searching prices of power washers in real life, so mission accomplished I supposed developers.
  7. Jul 13, 2022
    80
    It's a really chill addition to Xbox Game Pass that you'll likely end up enjoying a lot if you're into this sort of thing, while others will inevitably think it's boring and too repetitive. It does what it says on the tin though, executing on its concept very effectively, while the addition of online co-op with cross-play between Xbox and PC is a great touch.
  8. Jul 12, 2022
    80
    PowerWash Simulator is fun for both short and long gaming sessions, delivering instant virtual gratification from pressure washing goodness.
  9. Jul 12, 2022
    80
    Power Wash Simulator is a darling escape into a profession I never knew I had any passion for. I’m not saying I’m about to quit writing and start going to town on my nan’s filthy patio, but there’s something about living a distant occupation through the medium of video games that pulls you in and refuses to let go.
  10. Jul 20, 2022
    77
    PowerWash Simulator is a game for people who love a clean space. It’s a meditation for those who need a stress-free break. The gameplay is easy and straightforward, the controls handle beautifully, and the colors jump out with vibrance and life. I do feel like the game is hurt with such a soft delivery on its story and lack of soundtrack. The dirt highlighter could also benefit from multiple color options. I feel that the requirements on smaller objects and crevices could use some tweaking. I love booting this up for some relaxing gameplay. It’s easily one of my favorite games to play on Xbox.
User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 36
  2. Negative: 10 out of 36
  1. Aug 1, 2022
    9
    It's a very fun game, so relaxing when cleaning, if you have some free time, give it a try, but some missions take so long, so if you're aIt's a very fun game, so relaxing when cleaning, if you have some free time, give it a try, but some missions take so long, so if you're a busy person, maybe it's not the game for you, but if you have free time, and like relaxing games, you should definitely give it a try Full Review »
  2. Jul 27, 2022
    4
    It fell off real quick. It was fun for 1 mission, I don't even play it anymore. It. Is. Too. Repetitive. It is not great in my opinion. JustIt fell off real quick. It was fun for 1 mission, I don't even play it anymore. It. Is. Too. Repetitive. It is not great in my opinion. Just don't play it. Full Review »
  3. Jul 19, 2022
    10
    Easily one of the most relaxing, fun games I've ever played. Highly reccomend. 10/10