Workshop Simulator VR screams “slop” – or worse, AI slop – at first glance. But to cut it short: that couldn’t be further from the truth. Presentation and performance tell a very different story. Yes, there are some weird voice issues, and I strongly suspect that parts of it might be AI-generated. It spoils the first impression, especially since the only way to reduce the noise is to turn the volume down a bit.
And that’s a shame, because first impressions matter. If I hadn’t given this game at least an hour of my time, I would have missed something that I never expected to enjoy as much as I did.
Store Ratings and Unreliable Review Sources…
The store rating – currently sitting at 4.43 out of 5 – suggests this is a solid title. But let’s be honest: The PlayStation Store is becoming more and more saturated with content driven by little AI effort, and that makes it all too easy for great games like this to get lost in a sea of copy and paste.
I grew up on a farm and was able to find a suitable workplace. We fixed our bikes, used mopeds, and spent hours fixing, polishing and building things. It was fun – really fun. But when I moved, that part of my life just disappeared. My friends were gone, and I had no desire to sit alone in the workshop trying to rebuild something that was at its core, shared.
Then comes Workshop Simulator VR.
It’s been almost 40 years since I last did something like this, yet this game took me right back. The only thing missing are my old friends – but somehow, they have been changed. Now it’s the voice in my headset instead of the people in the house. We fix things together, we laugh, we mess up and we learn. We can’t literally share tools, so instead we bundle — don’t buy anything without checking with others first. That’s important because buying the wrong equipment early on can make later levels feel like a grind. Money doesn’t grow on trees here.
How Can Something So Boring Happen…
We play it like it’s real. And that’s the magic of VR — it doesn’t have to look real to feel real. Once the immersion begins, you’ll find yourself leaning on virtual tables, reacting instinctively, and even freaking out when you encounter something that isn’t really there. It’s brilliant. VR is brilliant. I’m honestly so grateful I found it – and I can’t understand why more people don’t.
The game has its problems, but it never got to the point where it really frustrated me. Yes, there is jank – but mostly when you’re trying to rush things. This is a slow, methodical process. If you start grabbing things too quickly or make unusual movements, you will notice. I also found myself accidentally hitting the crouch button more often than I’d like, which can be annoying – but not a dealbreaker. And yes, for those who are wondering, this is very much a game that you can enjoy while sitting down. In fact, that’s how I spent most of my time with it.
What the game does so well is the luxury of it. Early tasks are easy and rewarding, giving you a sense of mastery in no time. After just a few things, you start to feel like a pro – and before you know it, you’re hooked. By the time you reach your fifth or sixth project, there is no turning back. It’s almost as if the “workshop devil” has caught up with you, tempting you with just one more job. And somehow, tearing down, cleaning, polishing, and repainting things becomes incredibly satisfying.
Gradually you will open tools like angle grinders, drills, and washers – all of which are expensive. That means a little grinding is needed early on to avoid hitting a wall later on without the right tools. Better tools mean less manual labor, and trust me, you’ll want them.
Decision Making Workshop…
Plain and simple, the game is below average – there’s no way around it – but it gets the job done. In fact, I often found myself putting Spotify on in the background, which I rarely do in VR games. The gameplay is so relaxing that it actually works surprisingly well. And when friends jump online, the music stops, and conversations take over — just like in a real workplace.
So far, the game has kept me entertained for quite a few hours. Now I’m close to 20 something and aiming for platinum. I’m not sure I’ll get there, but it seems doable over time — I’m currently sitting on about 15 hours of play.
It’s fun, relaxing, and a lot less janky than most sims I’ve tried lately. While it may not reach the heights of Arcade Paradise, it’s still incredibly addictive – just the same.
Stream the trailer Below.:
