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PowerWash Simulator FFVII Remake and Tomb Raider DLC Delisting Coming
The Final Fantasy VII Remake Midgar Special Pack and Tomb Raider Special Pack DLC for PowerWash Simulator will be delisted on May 19, 2026, due to FuturLab's relationship with former publisher Square Enix. These packs, featuring levels inspired by the respective franchises, were released in January and March 2023. PowerWash Simulator is available on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
PowerWash Simulator Tomb Raider and FFVII DLCs Delisting May 19
FuturLab announced that the free Tomb Raider and Final Fantasy VII Midgar Special Pack DLCs for PowerWash Simulator will be delisted on May 19, 2026. Players who already own the content will retain access. This marks the end of FuturLab's relationship with Square Enix.
PowerWash Simulator Tomb Raider and FFVII DLCs Will Be Delisted Soon
FuturLab has announced that the Final Fantasy VII and Tomb Raider DLC packs for PowerWash Simulator will be delisted from all storefronts on May 19th. While players who have already claimed these packs will retain access, new purchases will no longer be possible. This delisting coincides with the end of FuturLab's formal relationship with publisher Square Enix.
Grab Your Friends and Clean Up – Adventure Time Pack is Out Now for Powerwash Simulator 2
FuturLab has released the Adventure Time Special Pack for PowerWash Simulator 2 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The DLC allows players to clean five iconic locations from the Adventure Time universe, featuring characters like Finn the Human and Princess Bubblegum. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for release soon.
PowerWash Simulator 2 reveals Adventure Time DLC [update: delay]
FuturLab has announced a collaboration DLC for PowerWash Simulator 2 featuring Adventure Time, initially slated for Spring 2026. The DLC, priced at $7.99, will include five locations from the Candy Kingdom and a storyline with various characters. The release date was later updated to April 9, 2026, but has since been delayed on Nintendo Switch 2 with no new date provided.
FuturLab Play Dirty For April Fool's And Announce 'Date The Dirt' | Console Creatures
FuturLab, the developer behind PowerWash Simulator, announced a fictional dating simulator called 'Date the Dirt' as an April Fools' joke. The game would feature various types of dirt from the PowerWash Simulator series as potential romantic partners.
FuturLab Play Dirty For April Fool's And Announce 'Date The Dirt' | Console Creatures
FuturLab, known for PowerWash Simulator, announced a fictional dating simulator called 'Date the Dirt' as an April Fool's joke. The game would feature different types of dirt and mess from the PowerWash Simulator series as potential dating partners.
Round Up: It's April Fools' Day, Here Are The Best Gaming Gags We've Seen (2026)
This article rounds up various gaming-related pranks and jokes released on April Fools' Day 2026. Notable gags include a fake Mega Man game, a Level-5 theme park announcement, and a PowerWash Simulator spin-off. Real-world tie-ins like a Pokémon Pokopia inflatable item are also mentioned.
Lust For Dust in Date the Dirt – The Filthy Spin-Off From The Developers of PowerWash Simulator!
FuturLab, the developer of PowerWash Simulator, has announced a new spin-off game titled Date the Dirt. This game shifts focus from cleaning to romance, allowing players to pursue relationships with various types of dirt. The article also briefly mentions PowerWash Simulator 2, which will feature new tools and co-op modes.
My 5 favorite cozy games in Steam's House and Home sale
This article highlights five cozy games available during Steam's House and Home Fest sale, focusing on titles that involve building, organizing, or cleaning. Featured games include Creature Kitchen, PowerWash Simulator 2, Hozy, Unpacking, and My Little Life, with mentions of other sale titles like Idle Island and Tools Up.
Frasier Pinball, Horses In Among Us, And More Of The Best Gaming April Fools' Day Jokes Ever
This article rounds up some of the most memorable April Fools' Day pranks from the gaming industry over the years. It highlights jokes from publications like GameSpot and IGN, as well as from developers such as Innersloth, Blizzard, and Sega, covering a range of humorous and sometimes prophetic fake announcements.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations revealed, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads in nine categories
The nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards have been revealed, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading with 12 nominations, including Best Game. Other notable nominees for Best Game include Dispatch and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on April 17, 2026, in London.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
PowerWash Simulator 2 version 1.2 update out now, patch notes
PowerWash Simulator 2 has released update version 1.2, introducing a new free level called Miniature Village and numerous quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes. Specific updates for Nintendo Switch include more frequent autosaves and performance fixes for the Mount Rushless job. Developer FuturLab also released a trailer for the update, which follows the announcement of upcoming Adventure Time DLC.
PowerWash Simulator 2 Celebrates New Update With the First Free Caldera Chronicles Job.
FuturLab has released Update 1.2 for PowerWash Simulator 2, introducing the first Caldera Chronicles job, Miniature Village, as free DLC. The update also includes numerous player-requested features, fixes, and quality-of-life improvements.
PowerWash Simulator 2 version 1.2 update now available, adds ‘Miniature Village’ job
FuturLab has released version 1.2 for PowerWash Simulator 2, introducing a new 'Miniature Village' job. This update adds new content for players to experience within the game.
Battlefield 6 takes home Game of the Year at UKIE Video Game Awards 2026
Battlefield 6 was named UK Game of the Year at the UKIE Game Awards 2026, also taking home best PC game. The ceremony also saw four industry veterans inducted into the UK Games Industry Hall of Fame, including Debbie Bestwick and Jon Ingold. Other winners included Atomfall for best console game and PowerWash Simulator for best mobile game.
PowerWash Simulator 2 DLC from Adventure Time launches in April
Indie developer FuturLab announced that the Adventure Time-themed DLC for PowerWash Simulator 2 will launch on April 9th for PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The DLC includes five new locations from the Land of Ooo, custom equipment, and a storyline featuring characters from the Adventure Time series.
PowerWash Simulator 2's First DLC Pack Lands Last-Minute Delay On Switch 2
The first DLC pack for PowerWash Simulator 2, featuring content from Adventure Time, has been delayed on Nintendo Switch 2 due to unforeseen issues with the submission and certification process. FuturLab announced that the DLC will launch on Switch 2 at least two weeks after its release on other platforms, which is April 9th. The exact new release date for the Switch 2 version will be announced later.
