PowerWash Simulator - I can't believe I love this
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- Опубликовано: 16 окт 2024
- PowerWash Simulator (PC (Steam), Xbox Series X/S/One) is a game I never thought I would enjoy. Not in a million years. For some reason, I ended up loving it! Let's talk.
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PowerWash Simulator is a simulation video game developed by FuturLab and published by Square Enix Collective. The game was first made available in early access through Steam on 19 May 2021, and was fully released for Microsoft Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S on 14 July 2022. Players take control of a power washing business and complete various jobs to earn money.Gameplay primarily revolves around using a power washer to clean dirt off of objects and buildings.
Armed with an impressive arsenal of high-pressure power washers, you’re tasked with cleaning the filth and grime off a great many objects, in a story with more layers than a very dirty onion.
There are multiple modes to play though, including a lengthy Career Mode and Free Play - plus online co-op for both. Regardless of what you’re doing, you’ll experience a relaxing, stress-free good time that’s just soooooooooooo satisfying.
It works on multiple levels.
Obviously, there’s an enormous pleasure in returning order to chaos. Taking grim, scum-covered objects and meticulously restoring them to their beautiful original states is fundamentally rewarding.
But it also feels great to play. Tight controls make the act of washing an unending joy - seeing the layers of dirt and grime peel away as you spray them with your powerful water jet offers a continual sense of joy and reward. And when you get that ‘ding’ sound that signifies that you’ve fully cleaned something? Oooh yeah.
Okay, we’re gushing more than one of the Power Washers, but once you play it, you’ll see what we mean. It just works.
The game is set in the town of Muckingham, which has become coated in a thick layer of filth. That’s just one of the problems blighting the residents of this once-picturesque place: an ominously active volcano, Bigfoot sightings and the mayor’s missing cat are only adding to the chaos.
Having just started a budding Power Washing company, it falls on you to clean up the town, solve its problems and perhaps even discover how it got in this state in the first place…
The story’s been expanded from the early access version of the game, with new chapters that take the story to some pretty awesome and unexpected places.
This game is the sh*t. Talk about a satisfying, relaxing game. I guarantee more people would love it if they gave it a chance.
That used to be my job for a while and playing this made me remember those days lol
Biomutant was this type of game for me,
@@olibob203biomutant is also great
“It’s very satisfying to clean”
Parents everywhere: “Say that again, but slowly”
W game
Y'all should have done a before you buy on it
Pressure washing in general is satisfying believe it or not.
As someone who works with them I can agree.
For someone like me who actually enjoys cleaning and organising, this is the dream. :D I already played through the whole career while listening to podcasts and just relaxing. I hope this will be like for instance Human Fall Flat and they'll continue to release more levels because I am hooked.
Ya it’s pretty satisfying IRL, I listening to a lot of podcasts while I do it for work
Perfect for listening to podcast. Ive nearly got enough to buy a heavy-duty washer.
I love it. I've been playing the HELL out of it since it launched, and man... it's just mindless and satisfying.
good CLEAN fun...lol
Everyone I’ve forced to try it has gotten hooked. It’s always the same reactions too
“Why would I want to do that?”
to
“I just upgraded my sprayer!”
The way the water dries is as or even more amazing
I work at a carwash and this is pretty much just my irl job lmao
Off topic but I really love this channel. Something about hearing your own thoughts on video games without any corporate scripting or structure nonsense is really refreshing. I also love how positive most of the videos are. There's no negative clickbait or anything like that, and any critiques you have are fair 🙂. I think I've been subbed for a year now and you've kept true to what the channel is about - just a guy talking about games that he loves.
This is the perfect game for Quick resume. Jump back at ease and just start spraying. Absolutely loving the therapeutic experience. Reminds me of literally walking around in Death Stranding and getting the satisfication of completing a delivery. So glad it is on Game Pass.
Like you said the great thing about this game is the thought that went into it. The fact that the game tracks how much dirt is left on something, every item is labeled with a name and you can check your progress on the in-game tablet, and you can highlight the dirt.
This game has some better check-listing then some AAA games.
This seems like a great game to play while listening to an audio book
Like Gaunts Ghost book
Looks like it would be a good game to counter 3:AM insomnia.
exactly
This comment right here might be the reason I buy the game
Dude literally started playing this a week ago too and have been so addicted to it, been a while since I’ve had a game that I keep coming back to like this
I used to work as a utility guy at a college, and some of my favorite days at work were when I was tasked with power washing stuff. Being able to do it while sitting on my couch in my undies is pretty nice indeed.
It's honestly so great. Just throw on a podcast and power wash. My folks make fun of it for liking it, but they watch videos about deep cleaning rugs. The only difference is now you control the clean. It's one of my favorite games this year.
CONTROL THE CLEAN should be the tagline on the game box
Are there any rug levels?
@@Y0PPS hopefully in an update
Giving it a download now! I completely agree with having a "chill out" game. I tend to blast metal, and go strip mining in Minecraft to just turn my brain off.
Doom soundtrack + Powerwash Simulator = the greatest experience of all time
Just wait till the lore slaps you in the face dude.
That’s right
This bitch has LORE
I usually don't play simulator games either but I watched gameplay before the game came to consoles and got me wanting to play it's just a relaxing game funny how it makes cleaning enjoyable
I like how you went into detail of how you spray the lawn then go to shed. It was just to funny to hear that out loud. Cleaning being fun 😂😂😂
I’m going to have to check this out
It’s on Game Pass. It’s totally therapeutic! Totally unwind from a long day. Watch some tv and clean shit.
I would probably never try a game like this, but it was on gamepass for PC, so I gave it a shot and I am so into it. I put on some lofi music and relax while I power wash.
I found it so satisfying just chilling and watching people play Power Wash Simulator on YT, so when it hit 1.0 and came to Xbox I thought I'd give it a go myself. Honestly, I thought the novelty would wear off after a few hours, but it really did hook me. Like you say it just feels good to play, also I 100% agree with it being perfect for listening to a Podcast! I'll be sure to give FPS a listen next time I throw it on, along with PWL... that should be ample cleaning time for the skate park I reckon! 😅
I am totally with you Jake. It don't make sense how something so mundane can be so good. Crazy days, this is my go to. Turn off grab a beer then power wash some digital shit. Love it!
Minus the drinking alcohol for me because I'm not a loser but the sentiment is on point
Weird take about alcohol
@@youngdc3685 apparently only losers can enjoy a beer. Nice to not judge people you don't know. Lol
@@killerbgaming5345 ikr lol
I love farming simulator for the exact reason you listed. Being able to zone out, and just listen to music, podcasts, documentaries, or hangout with friends in a discord call while doing monotonous tasks is just great.
had no idea you had a podcast! i’m excited to listen to these episodes the next time i’ve got a long drive! keep up the great content man!
After coming off a 276 hour playthrough of Elden Ring and getting 100% of the achievements this game is just what I needed. It's relaxing and something I can zone out to doing. Love it. 💯 I share your love for it Jake! For sure.
Oh man... I've been playing this for the last week and have become somewhat obsessed. I NEED to clean! LOL... Honestly though, for a person who has anxiety, I find this quite calming. It gives me something solid to focus on and actually allows me to just shut down my brain temporarily and have some quiet.
This game has no business being as good as it is. It's so thought-out and yet so simple.
It gives you so many options and ways to fine tune the game to being the way you want it. To the point where you can change the pitch of how the water sounds , change between nozzles , change the direction of the nozzles , choose different extensions , field of view, toggle the water on or hold it yourself , stand still and toggle the powerwasher to move , highlight dirt , highlight each individual object to see what's left to clean , use cleaning solutions if you want (i never have) , have multiple jobs open at once , ect. ect.
Honestly, everytime i thought "it would be cool if the game had this" i would check and the game already had it. There's also way more jobs than i had expected, it's a long game.
Support these devs because they went above and beyond for this game.
I saw a streamer I really like playing it and I thought to myself “there is no way” and after watching for a bit I was absolutely entranced and picked it up myself and you nailed it it’s a turn your brain off game and it’s so nice
This game has taken over my life. Watching whoever is in this video use the long extender on close things and losing all the spread hurts my soul.
Dahaha its very cute to see you being a bit shy about liking this game. Please keep talking about stuff you love! Honesty is the most important thing
Literally watching this after power washing my deck.
This goes to prove that there are developers who just want to make whatever THEY want. Users love that shit.
💯💯
Dude I can’t stop either. It’s perfect with a podcast. It’s been a good weekend.
Absolutely love this game. It's probably best on Steam Deck, playing while you're chilling on the couch or in bed, I'd play it right before bed as I was winding down.
this is one of those perfect game to play while put on a podcast or a yt video on another monitor while you playing it
I agree is a hidden gem, is fun and I think most people forget fun in video games. Nowdays games are more serious and more movie like, I appreciate games just being games and fun.
8:50 drawing that weird 'S' that we all doodled back in high school. Nice
😎😎
I love the helpless resignation in your voice. The whole review is just permeated with a sense of "Shit. I like it. What do I do now?"
You guys hyped it up so much on the pod that I was so confused to see I was in the top 1% of most of the trophies!
Surprisingly I like this game and even when I get bored of it I still love it
I worked in a tire shop for three years during law school. Now I get that relaxing feeling from the car mechanic simulator games.
I actually have been playing this game for few months on early access and I really enjoy it. My friends have been laughing at me for so long for liking this game but it is really a good way to spend time!
The cleaning part is why I play House Flipper
I got this game after seeing Skill Up talk about it, and I've been addicted ever since. It's become my go-to game for listening to a podcast or a long yt video and unwinding
I love powerwash and house flipper. I legitimately got a next gen console for house flipper and of course Cyberpunk 2077
I saw John (Many a True Nerd) play through this a year ago. it’s so nice to see such a joyous little game have such longevity
I used PWS to get through kidney stone pain. My brain can't focus on anything substantial when my side is exploding, but this game was a big help to just pass the time away until the pain was gone.
I've watched plenty of people play this on twitch and would love to get it myself. You can also do multiplayer from what I've seen and you can have fun with your friends. It's just so satisfying and relaxing.
You should totally do a section of the FPS podcast all in-game :p ahah! See how you manage to keep track of the talking points, but also goofing around ^^. Would be highly entertaining :)
Yeah, it is oddly relaxing. Gas Station Simulator and PowerWash are just great to shut your brain off, throw on some chill music and do your thing. My friends and I just completed the mini golf course job in the game!
Sounds like Stray.....a game you'd never think was so good.
I'm on part 2, I didn't know about buying stuff. I like this more than the house flipping game
I'm strangely hooked on this too. Especially when I have Dead Space 2, Portal 1 & 2, and RE 4 sitting in my backlog (no I have never played those games. I know I'm probably not a real gamer). But its just so easy and relaxing to just sit there and spray stuff clean. IDK why. We're a weird species.
There is no definition for being a real gamer. If you enjoy playing video games, you’re a gamer. 👍
@@eternalfps3124 that is probably the nicest thing anyone on the internet has ever said. Ever.
Funny enough I started playing it because it was recommended by an Escape from Tarkov steamer, 50 hours in so far and still jamming out on it when listening to podcasts.
Man exactly my thoughts ! Love the just jump in and spray til it's done or don't and come back. Easy to pick up, Hella fun and satisfying as can be. I also agree about maybe occasionally getting new things to spray just something to bring me back from time to time. Your also right, they can mess you or your things up. I used to work at an rv dealership and saw young fella put a hole in the concrete pad he was washing the rv's . They can be crazy
This is a good way to unwind I'm really enjoying it.
Yeah as Skill Up put it, it is a good game for just listening to podcasts while playing.
I've been playing a game called exo one for the exact reason just to space out and have a little relaxation time after work.
Hey Jake,
Watched a bit of the Friends Per Second podcast. It's good!
I really would love for you to have YOUR own podcast. Where you interview game devs as guests or other game journalists, writers etc.
I would PAY to watch you do that. I know it's a lot easier said than done - but I'm sure lots of us would support you where we can on this.
Keep up the amazing content as always!
- D
I’ve put about 160 hours into this since it was in early access on PC. It’s so addicting and I’ve done the steam equivalent of platinuming it.
Loved the shout out for farm sim have 300 hours on 22 lol. Am gonna try this power wash sim tonight!
I did the same thing with this game and house flipper, idk it's just super satisfying to clean stuff up, make it look nice and then you get digital money in the end and whatever. Just a nice change of pace every once and a while
It's so surprisingly chill and wholly satisfying, from my experiences with other simulators
Reminds me of clearing the paint in Super Mario Sunshine
Forgot you were doing a podcast, now I have something to listen to at work
I honestly feel this, but I feel the same about lawn mowing simulator. I played it for days to just shut my brain off. I am worried about starting this simulator game but it looks sooo satisfying!
Beautiful video dude! Thank you :D
I was sold on it from the first gameplay video I saw, it's also free on Gamepass so that was just a bonus, it's definitely my go to podcast game
A large number of us gamers have grown up, working in full-time jobs now. No matter office jobs or physical labour, games like these give us a much needed breathing space to relax at the end of our work day.
PC Building Simulator and House Flipper are my favorites.
Love PowerWash Simulator, and also SnowRunner. Cool to know you like it too!
Hey Jake, I love your honesty about loving a game like this. It actually looks pretty cool.
lawnmower sim is free this week from Thursday on the epic game store (28/7)
I saw it on Game Pass and was like "Nope, I'm going to get hooked on that....". Nice to see I was right.
08:45 Hahahha doing that stylized “S” from back in the day I haven’t seen that in ages.
I work with a power washer so I can confirm the pleasure both bring to me
The symbol on the green guy's top is a little sus...it's from the BUF 😅
CAN'T WAIT TO GET OFF WORK FROM A LONG DAY JUMP ON MY STEAM DECK AND GET TO WORK POWER WASHING RANDOM STUFF
Jake. Looking out for you bro. Long time listener. You look like you haven't slept in weeks. You need a vacation fam. Take some time off asap and rejuvenate. You deserve it bro!
I'm honestly surprised that people are only aware of this NOW. - I watched RUclipsrs play this game like a year ago or something, many hours of it. - And yea, I guess it's more complete now, but it was already a thing back then. - Also, I think 'Viscera Cleanup Detail' should get credit for making this a thing indirectly, as it basically was the first "clean-like" in the genre.
Nice, satisfying game. Also awesome that you can talk about this game for almost 10 minutes haha
Just watching your game play, while watching this video was "oddlysatiafying" lol!
My turn off my brain game is the Assassin’s Creed checklists. I do all the little icons on mute while listening to a podcast. I 100%ed Rogue like this, and now I’m doing Black Flag.
Thanks for reminding me I need to power wash my house this summer
Wow you actually did a review on it, I guess it really does seperate itself from the other simulator games of a similar nature.
It's Dale Gribble the game lol...
Nah I mean it looks very interesting and the fact that it seems to be one of these games that you can mindlessly play without any major set of check lists or what not to complete right off the bat.
Again it looks interesting and who knows I might pick this one up myself ...
Your comment about adult colouring books legit had me laughing out loud 🤣
Had this game since 0.5, the dev was excellent with regular updates and roadmaps!
I recently started euro truck simulator and was like "eh", but then I started driving and was like "ahhhh". Then I see power wash simulator and I'm like "ooooh"
So yeah, definitely a future buy for me.
Its a pretty cool game that i like to chill to especially with friends
I also bought it. Put 2 hours in so far. I found playing Wii shop music and also Garden Gridlock - Wii Party Music fits it very well.
For me it's lawnmower simulator. I play it on my steam deck after a long day. Same thing just a little grass mowing and can just pop in and out.
Viscera Clean Up NEEDS to come to consoles!
I'll be honest...I wouldn't have bought this game, regardless of the fact that I agree it's a satisfying, zen-like experience.
But because it was just on GamePass, I gave it a shot...and I'm absolutely addicted.
I had to force myself to stop playing it, after having it running for 8+ hours, straight.
It is weirdly hypnotic.
Not something I'm going to be constantly playing, but definitely will be revisiting 1-2 times a month, like you mentioned.
Great stuff.
I played this for 2 hours and thought it was crap, then I went to bed and suddenly started thinking of power washing.
The next morning I had the urge to just clean a small house to see if it gets better, 5 hours later I got a new power washer and I was hooked.
Now every time I walk down the street I'm looking at stuff irl and thinking, damn I'd love to power wash that.
In excited to check this one out! Looks theraputic.
@Jake Baldino I 'blasted' that damn Van to within an inch of it's life! And the game still kept telling me it was only 99% done. Wherever that 1% is hiding I still haven't found it!
I've been playing this all week, I downloaded the psvr2 update for resi 4 and havent touched it yet. I'm hooked on this. 😂