1.5 million players. That is the number of people currently scrubbing digital graffiti off subway walls and suburban driveways in PowerWash Simulator 2. FuturLab announced the massive milestone today, just over a month after the game's October 23 release, proving that the appetite for high-pressure cleaning hasn't waned a bit since the original.
Alongside the player count celebration, the developers have issued a call to arms—or rather, a call to nozzles. They are asking the community to nominate the sequel for "The Steam Awards 2025" in the Sit Back and Relax category. Given the game's core loop, it is hard to argue against the fit.
The 1.5 Million Milestone
Reaching 1.5 million players across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in roughly four weeks is a serious achievement for an indie simulation title. It validates the sequel's approach: don't fix what isn't broken, just give us more dirt and better tools to remove it.
Whether you are tackling grime solo or syncing up with friends in the expanded co-op modes, the sheer volume of players suggests the sequel has successfully retained the satisfying, meditative quality of the first game while expanding the scope of the environments.
Why nominate PowerWash Simulator 2?
The "Sit Back and Relax" category is reserved for games that act as the antidote to high-stress competitive shooters or intense soulslikes. PowerWash Simulator 2 fits this description perfectly. There are no timers ticking down to failure, no enemies shooting back, and no complex resource management to stress over. It is just you, the hum of the washer, and the gradual satisfaction of turning a muddy mess into a pristine surface.
If you have spent any time in the 4-player co-op sessions just chatting while cleaning a massive vehicle, you understand why FuturLab is eyeing this specific trophy. Nominations are open now on Steam, so if this has been your go-to chill game of 2025, make sure to cast your vote.