Why Is Cleaning In Games So Satisfying?
Why are we so drawn to games where we do the most mundane tasks?
In this video, I explore the strange psychological appeal behind PowerWash Simulator and other simulator games — and why they’re oddly satisfying and addictive.
From quiet repetition to mastery loops, hidden rewards, and the illusion of progress, we break down the design tricks that make these games calming, fun, and impossible to put down.
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