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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 71 | 32 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 63% | 62 | 95 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 62% | 61 | 101 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jun 12, 2025) · 101 reviews sampled · 85 total reviews in window · weighted 44.4 up / 27.2 down · computed 59m ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (17)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
- 75
“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”
read full review ↗ - 60
“There’s room for improvement, but it’s still enjoyable enough.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“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.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“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.”
read full review ↗ - 95
“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!”
read full review ↗ - 80
“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.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“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.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“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.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“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.”
read full review ↗ - 50
“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.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“A chill experience that will allow you to bring color back to a dull world”
read full review ↗ - 60
“I truly wish I had better things to say about Spray Paint Simulator. I do have good things to say: it’s really chill, the graphics are vibrant, the painting gameplay is great, and the options cover a good amount of possibilities. Unfortunately, the game is weighed down by its clunkiness and lack of story. (Yes, even a game about spray painting needs a story.) I would like to say I will go back to it, but I’m left wondering if I’ll ever feel that itch to return.”
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Patch history
- Submariner DLC is now Available!May 7, 2026
- Improved ScaffoldingJul 10, 2025
- Cherry Picker RotationJun 25, 2025
- Improved task highlighter and cherry pickerJun 20, 2025
- Completed Mode Color FixJun 16, 2025
- Improved Cherry PickerJun 16, 2025
- Improved Cherry Picker & BridgeJun 13, 2025
- Difficulty setting, very large scaffoldingJun 12, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- Bigger scaffolding, better cherry pickerJun 6, 2025
- Hide Masking co-op syncJun 3, 2025significant · resets scoring window
- New Steam Update Available — What’s Coming UpJun 2, 2025significant · resets scoring window