It's no secret that PowerWash Simulator is not only a fun little title with several unique collaborations, but it's also pretty relaxing. But did you know that playing PowerWash Simulator can directly impact your mental health positively? That's exactly what a study led by Oxford University found after about two years of research.
As first reported by Eurogamer, the study which was commissioned in 2022, analyzed data from over 8,500 players from nearly 40 countries, including the United States and United Kingdom, among others. The study was housed on Steam via a "Research Edition" opt in.
At the time, FuturLab called it a "one-of-a-kind anonymous research study centered around the well-being of PowerWash Simulator’s players [that] also aims to deliver insights into the larger discourse of gaming and mental health." Two types of data were collected, one based around player progression and the other based on player responses to questions provided by researchers.
The end results are truly fascinating.
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Per the results of the study, 72 percent of players reported being "uplift in mood" when engaging with...
