Crime Scene Cleaner

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Crime Scene Cleaner is a single player simulation game. It was developed by President Studio and was released on August 14, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "Crime Scene Cleaner" , you play as a determined parent forced into the grisly business of cleaning up crime scenes to save their hospitalized daughter. Armed with various tools and equipment, you'll scrub blood, pack bodies, and erase odors while racing against the clock and law enforcement. This graphic, time-sensitive experience tests your resolve and commitment to your family's well-being.

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The crime scenes are well made, each level feels different and has unique twists to keep you engaged.
The game offers a good balance of strategy and luck, keeping players engaged and challenged throughout each playthrough.
The story is well put together and deeper than expected for a game of this genre.

The game is a little short for the price tag, with only about 10 levels.
Some audio issues and minor glitches can detract from the experience.
The use of some AI-generated images has been criticized by players.

story
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The story in "Crime Scene Cleaner" is surprisingly engaging, centering around a janitor who takes on the grim task of cleaning crime scenes to fund his sick daughter's medical treatment. Players appreciate the depth of the narrative, which unfolds through environmental storytelling, character dialogue, and collectibles, making each mission feel unique and connected to the overarching plot. While some players find the story somewhat cliché or underdeveloped, many express a desire for more content and expansions to further explore the protagonist's journey.
- “The story is well put together and deeper than I expected for a game of this genre.”
- “It's definitely clear a lot of effort went into the story of each level, and setting up the scene for the player.”
- “The overall story about a father and his ill daughter is serviceable but the information you uncover about what happened at each job site is where this game's narrative shines.”
- “Nothing ever comes of the story that the entire game literally hinges on (that being your sick daughter) and it just feels unrewarding.”
- “The writing and story is a bit simple and amateurish with very hamfisted details thrown at you.”
- “The story is decent but just be able to take your time even though you can hear sirens in the background they don't show up lol.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "Crime Scene Cleaner" is characterized by a satisfying and engaging loop that combines cleaning mechanics with a light narrative, offering a unique blend of dark humor and strategic elements. Players appreciate the variety of tools and upgrades, which enhance the experience and provide a sense of progression, while the level design and hidden secrets keep the gameplay fresh and interesting. Despite some minor bugs and repetitive tasks, the overall mechanics are polished, making it a fun and addictive simulator for fans of the genre.
- “Fun gameplay loop, level variety, an abundance of achievements that provides a nice small amount of replay value, great soundtrack (even if it's like 2 tracks), and good voice acting.”
- “The user experience of Crime Scene Cleaner is smooth and intuitive, with a well-organized rule book that explains the game mechanics in a clear and concise manner.”
- “The gameplay is genuinely fun, with tasks ranging from scrubbing bloodstains to removing suspicious items.”
- “The gameplay itself is polished, and I haven’t encountered any bugs, which is fantastic!”
- “The gameplay is what you would expect, cleaning up blood, collecting evidence and placing bodies in body bags.”
- “The gameplay loop here is very strong.”
music
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its diverse and engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Collectible cassette tapes add an element of exploration, allowing players to unlock various tracks that range from classical to alternative genres, creating a unique atmosphere while cleaning crime scenes. However, some users noted issues with the music player, such as looping problems and a lack of variety in certain levels, which detracted from the otherwise stellar audio experience.
- “The music goes really hard too, often caught myself just listening to the music for a second lol.”
- “The soundtrack is a mix of elevator music and dark comedy that keeps you grooving while you grout.”
- “The music is a standout feature, offering a concise and calming soundtrack that perfectly complements the gameplay.”
- “The biggest issue is the music you play from your tablet/menu.”
- “And the music it does pick doesn't loop very well, often restarting randomly.”
- “For some reason the music system resets every new map so if you don't redo it every map you end up listening to the exact same song over and over.”
humor
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The humor in "Crime Scene Cleaner" is characterized by its dark and twisted nature, blending morbid themes with clever, often absurd commentary from the protagonist, Kovalsky. Players appreciate the witty one-liners, humorous easter eggs, and the juxtaposition of lighthearted jokes against the grim backdrop of crime scene cleaning, making for a uniquely engaging experience. Overall, the game successfully balances humor and storytelling, appealing to those who enjoy dark comedy within a simulation context.
- “It's like if you combined PowerWash Simulator with the cleaning aspects of House Flipper, but add in a ton of blood and dark humor.”
- “The humor is well done - morbid and funny, but at the same time it doesn't undermine the tone of the game.”
- “The developers clearly have a twisted sense of humor, and I love it.”
- “This is definitely not a game made for teenagers or kids; it's an 18+ game since it gets into some pretty depressing stuff, not funny.”
- “Love the game, it's a more realistic version of Viscera Cleanup Detail (love that game too, just can't stand the janky tools. I get it's supposed to be funny, but I hate them anyway.)”
- “Love the game, it's a more realistic version of Viscera Cleanup Detail (love that game too, just can't stand the janky tools. I get it's supposed to be funny, but I hate them anyway.)”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the stunning visuals and immersive atmosphere that enhance the overall experience. While some noted minor graphical glitches and performance issues, the majority found the graphics to be well-polished and appealing, especially for a simulator. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a strong point, contributing significantly to its engaging narrative and gameplay.
- “The graphics are absolutely incredible, bringing every scene to life.”
- “The graphics, gameplay, UI, and whole feel of the game is just amazing.”
- “Quality graphics and straightforward storytelling make this game a cut above.”
- “I more than meet the recommended specs for this game, yet even on the lowest possible graphics settings, it heats my computer up to almost 80 Celsius after just 10-15 minutes.”
- “My first criticism is that the game uses AI artwork that sticks out; it is mainly pictures of characters, but if you can ignore this and go with the flow, it won't bother you too much.”
- “The only negative I can think of is the game is not optimized, so there are a few maps that have very low FPS, and some of the graphic settings do not save, such as limiting FPS.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while it offers a fun gameplay loop, level variety, and numerous achievements that encourage exploration and completionism, many players feel it lacks substantial content for repeated playthroughs once the main objectives are completed. Hidden secrets and collectibles provide some incentive to revisit levels, but the overall experience may feel limited without additional content or features like a level editor. Future updates and modes, such as time trials, are anticipated to enhance replay value significantly.
- “The introduction of time trials and special mission modes enhances replayability, encouraging players to refine their skills and tackle previous levels with newfound efficiency.”
- “There's a lot of replayability with it, so even if you finish it quickly, it's worth playing again.”
- “Great level design, replayable levels, hidden secrets, and easter eggs.”
- “But more importantly, like all of these games, it isn't the longest, and there's limited replayability, other than gunning for achievements, if you didn't get them all the first time around.”
- “One let down is that replayability is essentially non-existent after fully completing every achievement.”
- “There's no replay value either; do a mission once and you've done it 20 times.”
grinding
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a balanced mix of satisfying and engaging, with many noting that it avoids excessive tedium. While some levels can feel repetitive or tedious, especially towards the end, the variety of tools and mechanics, along with a well-structured skill tree, help maintain interest and enjoyment. Many reviewers appreciate the game's ability to provide a rewarding cleaning experience without becoming overwhelmingly grindy.
- “Satisfying, not too easy, not too tedious.”
- “It's not too grindy, just the right amount of morbid and is a peaceful cleaning experience.”
- “Not so typical cleaning simulator, not too grindy, not too complicated, no micromanagement, very addictive.”
- “I find it tedious, repetitive, and dull.”
- “Powerwash simulator doesn't have enough variety to hold my interest and can become extremely tedious, while viscera seems to be a game that was made to be intentionally clumsy and frustrating, similar to a surgeon simulator, rather than be a legitimate cleanup game.”
- “The final few levels are a tedious waste of 1-2 hours each, and the ending was a massive disappointment that felt lazily rushed.”
stability
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many players report a generally smooth experience with minimal crashes and enjoyable gameplay, several minor glitches and visual issues persist. Some users have noted that the game is still in its early stages, with ongoing hotfixes addressing these bugs, but most agree that the issues are not game-breaking. Players appreciate the active developer engagement and the potential for improvement, making it a promising title despite its current imperfections.
- “Game runs great with no issues over 10 hours of gameplay.”
- “It's polished, runs great, and even has a fun story!”
- “It is well made and honestly not buggy.”
- “This game is a buggy mess that will waste hours of your time because of the devs deciding to lock you into photo mode until the pictures are successful.”
- “I haven't played far but I did manage to crash during the intro and have experienced several graphic glitches, but the game is still pretty new... so fingers crossed that it will stabilize.”
- “My only complaint so far is some objects can get thrown off the map or into walls through buggy clipping, meaning you need to restart the mission in order to get 100%.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and captivating environment, blending dark humor with a lighthearted tone. Players appreciate the well-crafted visuals, engaging sound design, and the unique storytelling that each mission offers, creating a rich and sometimes eerie ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere enhances the gameplay experience, making it both relaxing and intriguing, even amidst the morbid themes.
- “The atmosphere is fantastic, moody, but calm.”
- “The game really leans into creating an atmosphere with music and it works so well.”
- “The visuals and atmosphere add a lot to the experience.”
- “The eerie silence of an abandoned crime scene, the distant wail of a siren, or even the muffled sobs of a victim's family - it all adds to the tense atmosphere.”
- “I wish there was more scary atmosphere on some missions like that at haunted mansion.”
- “No music, just a chilly atmosphere with weird things happening around you as you clean (voices, sounds, etc.) keep making new missions.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag, with many players experiencing stuttering and performance dips, particularly in larger levels like the pizza shop and final mission. While some users report smooth gameplay and minimal bugs, others highlight significant optimization issues that detract from the experience, especially on high settings or complex environments. Despite these concerns, many agree that the game's quality and value still make it worth considering, especially given its low price point.
- “Very well optimized and I've only encountered 2 bugs so far, both of which have been very minor.”
- “It's also been surprisingly well optimized ever since the demo released.”
- “The optimization is fantastic, and the visuals are both stunning and grim at the same time – perfect for the theme.”
- “That being said, I can't recommend it for one reason: the optimization for me is awful.”
- “The last level is very badly optimized and my FPS tanked.”
- “Unfortunately, the larger maps have some stuttering problems; however, the dev seems to be trying to fix any technical issues.”
emotional
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The game is praised for its emotional depth, particularly through the protagonist Kovalsky's journey to pay for his daughter's medical bills, which resonates with players and enhances their investment in the story. Reviewers highlight the balance of wholesome and dark elements, with impactful storytelling and moments that evoke strong feelings, especially in key chapters. Overall, the combination of engaging gameplay, a heartfelt narrative, and well-executed emotional cues makes for a memorable experience.
- “Kovalsky’s story, driven by his need to pay for his daughter’s medical bills, adds an emotional depth that keeps you invested in his journey.”
- “The story is dark, gritty, and surprisingly emotional, as everything you do is driven by the need to save your daughter.”
- “This narrative adds a layer of emotional depth that makes the game stand out.”
monetization
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The monetization model primarily relies on microtransactions for in-game purchases, which has been a consistent point of feedback among users. While some players express concerns about this approach, others have noted improvements in the game compared to initial expectations set by advertisements.
character development
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Reviewers express a desire for deeper character development, particularly through potential DLCs that could explore the protagonist's journey from poverty to engaging in morally ambiguous activities. They appreciate the existing narrative's complexity and suggest that additional storylines could further enhance the character's growth and lifestyle exploration.
- “It's everything I liked from Power-Washing Simulator made better, more fleshed out with an intriguing story and better character development.”

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