The original PowerWash Simulator was one of my favorite releases of 2022, and it offered an experience so approachable, accessible, and endlessly calming that I had no hesitation putting nearly 50 hours into it. If the developers simply released more of the same with the sequel, I would’ve happily paid for it, but turns out they did a bit more than that.
PowerWash Simulator 2 is the follow-up to the cleansing experience, with plenty of familiar systems and some new tricks up its sleeves. Here’s what I think.
The Second Ever Wash-type Game
PowerWash Simulator 2 expands on the original by introducing a new home base, which you can customize with different pieces of furniture and take on various jobs through its board. This offers a more personalized experience, making it feel like you are managing the company alongside the actual cleaning work.
Like the original, there is a good variety of jobs, and there is no real difficulty curve. Instead, you take on different kinds of jobs, big and small, as you progress through the campaign and fulfill the needs of the town.
The in-game currency is split between dollars and PowerWash Points. Dollars are used to buy new equipment, while PowerWash Points are used for customization and furniture. This means you do not have to choose between the two. You are free to decorate however you like, and you earn enough points naturally as you complete more jobs.
There is also a constant sense of progression because you can use your earnings to buy new washers, which do a better job at handling complex cleaning tasks. Each washer has its own nozzles and extensions that you can attach throughout a job to accommodate different surfaces and structures. Once you become familiar with these nozzles, especially the adaptive one, there is a great sense of satisfaction in knowing exactly which type works best for a specific surface or distance.
This kind of training happens on a subconscious level because you gradually learn what works and what does not as you play through more levels and interact with different types of surfaces. The game does not demand that you study its mechanics. It simply allows you to familiarize yourself with the tools naturally.
If you have already played the first PowerWash Simulator, you will feel right at home. If you haven’t, you will feel at home anyway. The sequel features a new, slightly different control scheme, but it doesn’t take long to get used to it, and if it feels awkward, you can always switch to the classic preset.
There is also a new type of washer that sticks to flat surfaces and sprays water in a circular pattern. It is very fun to use, and it is especially satisfying when cleaning large floor areas. Soap has always been reworked, and you don’t need to buy refills anymore; it’s actually useful this time around.
The developers have also introduced new lifts and elevation tools that let you move around the map and reach tricky spots in each level. The Scissor Lift allows you to control your height, and you can even use abseiling equipment to hang from certain structures.
All these additions further enhance the already excellent loop, providing opportunities for more complex environments and structures to clean with the new tools and elevation utilities
Endless Variety
The variety in jobs keeps the experience fresh. On one level, you might be cleaning a small scooter, while on the next, you will be washing a giant hot air balloon. Some jobs can be completed in a few minutes, while others can take close to an hour, depending on your pace and how much you want to enjoy the process.
You can always complete tasks quickly if you want, but if you prefer to take your time, you can clean at your own pace. There are no timers, nothing stressful about it, and you can quit and resume whenever you like. Even though it’s simple in concept, there’s a lot of enjoyment to be found in its simplicity, thanks to the polished systems working in harmony.
Watching a wide range of objects turn spotless and reveal their true form beneath is a genuine treat for the eyes. My first impression of the visuals was that the game looked almost identical to the first one, but playing them side by side reveals subtle improvements. The dirt rendering is more complex, the soap effects look better, and there are noticeable upgrades in nearly every department, even if they are not massive. It feels like a true iterative sequel, and there is nothing wrong with that.
If the game had gone for hyper-realistic visuals, it might have hurt the experience. The joy of PowerWash Simulator comes from seeing everything turn bright, shiny, and colorful, and the stylized art style works perfectly in favor of its presentation and premise.
I encountered a few bugs during my time with the game, some already acknowledged by the developers, and others that unexpectedly disrupted my experience. In one instance, I couldn’t detach from a ladder and had to exit and rejoin the level.
Verdict
Just like the original, PowerWash Simulator 2 is an absorbing game with an endlessly calming loop of joyful pressure washing. It’s easy to get sucked into it and see hours wash away. It’s an iterative sequel, with plenty of neat improvements and additions, but one that doesn’t stray far from the tried and tested formula. It looks great in action, and while some bugs can get in the way of enjoyment, PowerWash Simulator 2 is very easy to recommend.
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- Endlessly entertaining powerwashing gameplay.
- Some fun new additions like the Surface Cleaner.
- Plenty of variety in levels.
- Clean, colorful and soothing visuals.
- Some bugs get in the way of the fun.
Published: Oct 22, 2025 10:01 am