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PowerWash Simulator – Shrek Special Pack continues my unhealthy obsession with cleaning grim arenas. However, at least this one is filled with amusing fantasy moments that capture every protagonist’s hilarious attitude. Furthermore, there are some zany levels to clean as you tackle mountains of dirt, grime, and fairy dust.
This revolting simulation experience was developed by FuturLab and published by Square Enix. Moreover, this is a game that can be enjoyed alone or with friends online. Sadly, there is no couch cooperative action and this makes me want to cry. Yet, if you have like-minded friends on the World Wide Web, then you can work together to clean every grotty location.
PowerWash Simulator – Shrek Special Pack tells bite-size stories.
Like the base game, PowerWash Simulator – Shrek Special Pack doesn’t focus on a central story. Instead, you enjoy whacky messages from key characters. The texts come from the protagonist of each stage and they offer some light relief. Though the information rarely makes sense, you will chuckle as it gives you a brief respite.
This DLC is formed of 5 levels. 2 are massive, 1 is large and the remaining 2 are just right. The opening and 4th stages will drive you mad. The eye for detail and never-ending items will keep you busy for hours. I played this alone and I must have sunk 8 hours into these 2 stages. Thankfully, the other levels aren’t so crazy and can be completed in an hour or so. The monstrous stage design dwarves the other DLCs and I was impressed by the design and the familiar scenes.
The gameplay doesn’t change.
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! This is a motto that PowerWash Simulator – Shrek Special Pack lives by. Accordingly, if you are familiar with the franchise, you’ll jump straight into the action. You are provided with a pressure washer, some nozzles, a few lengths of pipe, and some kind words. After this, you must get to work and clean every mucky surface.
This DLC asks you to tackle Dragon’s lair, the Fairy Godmother’s potion lab, Duloc, Shrek’s swamp, and Hansel’s Honeymoon Hideaway. Each of these locations was great as they are OTT and full of hidden Easter eggs. Furthermore, there are moving parts, secret compartments, and plenty of fiddly things to clean. Compared to other DLC, this one is particularly challenging. Yet, if you have friends who love to clean, you can get through this pretty quickly. If you game alone, you will have to grin and bear every lavish and enormous stage.
PowerWash Simulator – Shrek Special Pack looks great.
Who’d have thought that dirt would be so pretty? The vivid colours enhance the fantasy edge. What’s more, there are nice nods to the theme. Every level has pleasant Easter eggs that’ll make you smile. Moreover, the developer has let their creative juices flow. Consequently, there are some weird and whacky contraptions to clean.
My biggest complaint with this franchise is the audio. The constant whoosh of water drives me mad. Yet, I’ve enjoyed this one more than before. The occasional strange sound effect and the varied water noises help to break things up.
Excellent controls.
I’ve played every DLC in the franchise. Subsequently, I’m comfortable with the controls. However, if you are inexperienced, a helpful controller guide is always available. The control setup is easy to understand and you’ll master it in minutes.
Unfortunately, the replay value is limited. There are some achievements to unlock if that’s your thing, but if that doesn’t float your boat, there are limited reasons to return. Luckily, each stage is an epic task, so this proves to be great value for money.
PowerWash Simulator – Shrek Special Pack is worth the investment.
If you love simulation games and this franchise, then this is worth the investment. PowerWash Simulator – Shrek Special Pack is fun, colourful, and unbelievably zany. Additionally, it hides plenty of secrets and the stage design is impressive. Accordingly, I like it and recommend buying it here! Can you clean the land of Far Far Away? Grab your machine, observe the dirt, and let the water do the talking.
