Spray Paint Simulator
Released: 5/29/2025
Score Breakdown
74.3
Critic Average
15 reviews
63
Steam User Score
174 reviews
N/A
Metacritic User Score
Disparity Breakdown
74 vs 63
Average of both sources
Review Disparities
Each point represents a critic review. Hover for details. Positive = critic higher than users. Negative = critic lower.
7/29/2025
Late Review“If you don’t mind the pacing being similar to the rate at which the paint you’re spraying dries, it’s at least a relaxing clone”
75
75/100
6/8/2025
Launch Window“Spray Paint Simulator provides tens of hours of content if you’re happy with the repetitive nature. For Power Wash Sim fans out there, this scratches the same itch with the same satisfaction. I’ve exhausted all the campaign missions now, and there are options for co-operative play, but sadly, they are limited to the free-spray mode for now. I’m sure as time passes by, the development will add more content and future updates to the game. I’d love to be able to run through the campaign with a friend eventually, but it’s great that the foundations are there for even more. I spent nearly 30 hours with this one, and it is well worth checking out with your wallet or even through Xbox Game Pass.”
75
75/100
6/5/2025
Launch Window“Spray Paint Simulator is the best game in its very specific genre that I've ever played so if you want to relax and paint things, play it, chum! 🎨”
80
80/100
6/3/2025
Launch Window“Even though I had to start again and there were broken achievements, I still had a lot of fun with Spray Paint Simulator. I hope that North Star Games has lots of DLC planned for it because I need more. With it being on Game Pass, it’s well worth spending a relaxing afternoon in the sun painting your car. With the curtains closed, of course.”
70
70/100
6/2/2025
Launch Window“Spray Paint Simulator has some technical gaps that keep the game from flowing just right, but on the whole, it’s a well-conceived simulator that can easily keep you flowing for hours.”
70
70/100
6/1/2025
Launch Window“Spray Paint Simulator is a great way to kill a dozen hours of simluation gaming, and hits all the same beats Powerwash Simulator does. Buyer beware, though: if you’re looking to paint with a pal, co-op is free-paint mode only and can only be unlocked once you complete the respective level in campaign mode. Going solo, though, Spray Paint Simulator is a sure thing for Powerwash Simulator fans.”
80
80/100
5/29/2025
Launch Window“Spray Paint Simulator is decent fun. I do not know if the devs have any DLC planned post-launch. As is, there is enough here once you’re done, I think most will have enjoyed their time and be ready to move on.”
70
70/100
5/29/2025
Launch Window“I played the demo of Spray Paint Simulator a few months back, and the game has been on my wishlist ever since. I am happy to report that it was worth the wait, and I can only hope that the developers will release many DLCs for this game. If you enjoy meditative painting and washing games, you’ll love Spray Paint Simulator as well!”
95
95/100
5/29/2025
Launch Window“Spray Paint Simulator is rewarding and relaxing in the same way that PowerWash Simulator is, with you bringing new life to a range of objects and locations. Some jobs are better than others, though, and it can be finicky when it comes to completing some smaller part of jobs, but it's still thoroughly enjoyable on the whole.”
80
80/100
5/29/2025
Launch Window“There are games that force you to work, and as a reward for your work, you receive peace of mind when you see everything done well. That's what happens with Spray Paint Simulator, the latest from North Star Video Games and Whitethorn Games, where using our paint gun can be a most enjoyable experience. Here there is no time, no story, and no other related entertainment.”
80
80/100
5/28/2025
Early Review“While Spray Paint Simulator shares similarities with games in the Simulator genre, it manages to feel distinct thanks to its emphasis on masking and preparation. It’s one of the few games in the genre that requires players to take the time to protect certain areas before starting their work. This mechanic not only adds realism but also creates a deeper, more immersive gameplay experience. The variety of tools, combined with the game’s focus on both creativity and precision, offers a refreshing freedom often seen in other job simulators to a degree. At the same time, Spray Paint Simulator delivers that deeply satisfying feeling of completing a job well done while making it both relaxing and rewarding.”
80
80/100
5/28/2025
Early Review“There’s room for improvement, but it’s still enjoyable enough.”
60
60/100
5/28/2025
Early Review“Standing on the shoulders of the PowerWash giant, Spray Paint SImulator does just enough differently to elevate the experience of a spray simulator. There’s plenty to do and the additional mechanics certainly add to the immersion and offers a fun level of creativity that will appeal to all ages.”
80
80/100
5/28/2025
Early Review“The best parts of Spray Paint Simulator may be derivative, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t excellent. Painting here still feels really good, even if some of the things around it can’t quite keep up with the game’s core mechanic. It’s ultimately held back most by its lack of content, but there is enough here to keep players busy for about ten to fifteen hours. If you really love PowerWash Simulator and need more of that to hold you over until its sequel comes out, then Spray Paint Simulator may be worth a look, especially if you can explore it on Game Pass. If you haven’t explored everything PowerWash Simulator has to offer yet, however, then Spray Paint Simulator gets a lot harder to recommend.”
50
50/100
5/28/2025
Early Review“Like any good simulator game, you know exactly what you’re getting into here. You’ve got a lot of work ahead, and though you might not enjoy it, you won’t be able to easily put it down. Spray Paint Simulator is a simple yet compelling zen garden, a Sunday morning job perfectly captured in game form. I don’t recommend it, but I don’t really have to. If this calls to you, I’m certain that you’ll answer.”
70
70/100
