Emergency Cleanup Co.

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Emergency Cleanup Co. is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Smallroom and was released on November 12, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Roadmap About the Game You’ve inherited the family cleaning business, and now it’s your turn. Clean homes, workplaces, and even unusual places like space stations, preparing them for use. Scrub dirt, wash away stains and restore order with sponges, vacuums, steam cleaners and the pressure washer. Complete jobs to earn money and unlock new tools that strengthen your cleaning arsenal. N…

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Audience ScoreBased on 180 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is fun and satisfying, with enjoyable gameplay that scratches the cleaning-sim itch.
There is a good variety of mechanics and levels, and the game runs smoothly with few bugs.
The developers are actively working on updates and new content, showing promise for future improvements.

The game is currently short on content, with only a limited number of levels and repetitive tasks.
Some controls feel clunky, and the mechanics can be overly simplistic, leading to a lack of challenge.
There are issues with item interactions, such as trash bags getting stuck and the inability to save mid-job.

story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal, primarily serving as a backdrop for the cleaning missions, which are often repetitive and lack depth. While there are hints of character and environmental storytelling, players express a desire for more engaging narratives and varied content to enhance the experience. Overall, the game is seen as a promising start, but it requires additional missions and storytelling elements to keep players invested.
- “I can see clear effort in the detail about the story and characters through the environmental design, but I think it would be nice to have some more things to do in such a large room.”
- “They do reuse cleaning locations, which is fine, because they have different cleanings/storyline progression, which is honestly brilliant.”
- “Currently, the trash and dirt are all the same, whether it's in a house or another setting, which is okay, but it would be a lot more interesting if the trash and dirt were specific to the location and told some kind of story.”
- “There is no story or narrative as much in this one (a small opening sets the stage) and from there it is clean, clean, clean.”
- “Story: didn't really pick up on any... you just clean.”
- “Currently, the trash and dirt are all the same, whether it's in a house or another setting, which is okay, but it would be a lot more interesting if the trash and dirt was specific to the location, and told some kind of story.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as fun and well-balanced, offering a satisfying challenge without being overly complex. While some players appreciate the variety of mechanics and levels, others express frustration with certain clunky mechanics and a lack of autonomy, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite being in early access, the game has received praise for its engaging gameplay loop and minimal bugs.
- “Very fun gameplay, not too complex, just enough of a challenge to be engaging without too much frustration.”
- “It's well-balanced and fun to play, and the gameplay loop is very well done.”
- “There's a good variety of mechanics and levels; some are fun little easter eggs (like the playground), while others are quite realistic.”
- “Good game, but missing a lot of updates that would make the game mechanics easier.”
- “Of course, some mechanics work a bit clumsily, but it's an early access game so that's to be expected.”
- “- when you are putting items back to their places the mechanic is slow and clunky.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered vibrant and appealing, particularly in standout maps like the space station, though they may not match the quality of more advanced simulators. While some players appreciate the aesthetic and find the visuals enjoyable, others criticize them as plain and repetitive, reflecting the game's overall lack of variety.
- “Style/graphics: what you would expect from a cleaning simulator game, quite vibrant.”
- “The concept is good and the game is quite satisfying to play, and the graphics are nice.”
- “This game may not be on par with some simulators like House Flipper in terms of overall graphics, but some maps really stand out and shine, like the space station map.”
- “But in exchange, the aesthetics are rather plain.”
- “The limited cleaning tools, the poor graphics, and the fact that after you do one house, you get to do a couple different ones and then back to the first one again.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the familiar tunes from another title, "Monster Mop Up," others criticize the lack of background music during gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is noted as enjoyable, but its absence during key moments is a significant drawback for some users.
- “Let's talk about music... I knew when I heard the music on the main menu that it was from another sim, and yep, it is the same music from Monster Mop Up.”
- “Either way, both are great games and the music is great in both.”
- “The background music really enhances the overall experience.”
- “My only qualms are the lack of music and that it finishes the cleaning for me.”
- “No flow, no music when you clean.”
- “One downside is that, since I played without music, there were no background sounds at all.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with players noting the cumbersome process of collecting small trash bags and the lack of a running mechanism. While some appreciate the mini-map feature that helps track missed items, many feel that the overall experience is more laborious than enjoyable, suggesting improvements like larger trash bags or the ability to combine them.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “There's a lot of it; it's super tedious to pick up. The bags are small, which means you have to walk (not run, because as far as I can tell there is no run mechanism) sometimes quite far, back and forth carrying trash bags one by one to the bin.”
- “This game has somehow made trash cleanup more tedious than it is in real life.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with many users noting it as polished and bug-free. However, some players have experienced minor glitches, particularly with throwing objects that can become stuck in the environment, affecting gameplay.
- “This game is polished and bug-free.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes or major issues.”
- “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it runs flawlessly on my system.”
- “Fun, manageable achievements, but throwing can feel a bit buggy.”
- “I found that when working on the front yard with all the barrels and plastic containers, I would throw them in the direction of the truck, but they would get stuck between the truck and the ledge of the sidewalk, making it hard to get out.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game enjoyable despite its brevity, noting that it offers some replay value, which enhances the overall experience.
- “I had fun playing this, even if it was quite short, and there is some replay value in it.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's really no incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by clever references, such as a nod to "Squid Game," which adds a layer of comedic enjoyment for players.
- “The nod to Squid Game made me laugh.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on and keeps you entertained throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates clever jokes and puns that catch you off guard.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers feel that the atmosphere could be enhanced by incorporating more ambient noise, suggesting that the current sound design may lack depth and immersion.
- “Adding some ambient noise would improve the atmosphere.”
- “The game feels empty and lacks the immersive atmosphere I was hoping for.”
- “The visuals are nice, but the atmosphere is flat and uninspiring.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the emotional engagement of the game, noting its ability to transform mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. However, some users express disappointment due to motion sickness, which detracts from their overall enjoyment and willingness to recommend the game.
- “Wholesome fun that takes a mundane task and makes it feel worthwhile.”