Platforms
- PCApr 05, 2016NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.93.25K Players
- PlayStation 5Feb 22, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.412.8K Players
- PlayStation 4Oct 13, 20167.7playscore7.115 Critics8.63.99K Players
21 critic reviews · 3 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
Job Simulator was one of the defining games of early PC and console VR and remains a great introduction to VR for those wanting to learn the ropes in a stress-free environment. All four scenarios are fun to mess around in and the game has a wonderful sense of humor. Sure, the entire experience only lasts four or five hours, but remains fun throughout.
Richard Allen · Mar 27, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full reviewIt’s worth pointing out that this is the same game you’ll likely already have played; a free upgrade and the Infinite Overtime update – which offers a never-ending checklist of randomly generated tasks – make clocking-in for a second shift a lot more palatable, but there’s nothing new to see in this version if you’ve done it all before.
Sammy Barker · Mar 14, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full reviewFortunately, Job Simulator’s interpretation of various mundane professions is anything but boring. From now until the end of time, I imagine Job Simulator will earn its place as not only a hilarious game to boot up for a quick laugh, but also as one of the best ways to introduce someone to VR for the very first time.
David Jagneaux · Dec 16, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewJob Simulator is not best played on PSVR, but Owlchemy Labs still did an incredible job translating the game to PS4. They managed to retain the core of the experience which means folks are still set to have fun playing. It’s just a shame that the technology currently paired with PSVR (Move controller and single camera) do not allow for the complete fidelity of play required to truly make Job Simulator an amazing virtual reality experience. Still, for those who only have PSVR, it’s an enjoyable look at the silliness that virtual reality is capable of.
Marcus Estrada · Oct 23, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewJob Simulator has a personality of its own, and that’s what sells the experience. Its lighthearted, extremely silly premise works wonders with its presentation and core gameplay. It’s just not something super deep, and that seems to be a fairly common issue with most of the VR games I’ve experienced so far. Yet at the same time, this was one that gave me the most chuckles and it’s one that’s just as much fun playing as it is watching someone else do these menial tasks.
Justin Celani · Oct 21, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewWhile Job Simulator may not be my personal favorite virtual reality game, it is one of the easier titles to recommend given its intuitive design, effective comedy stylings, and broad appeal. It's just a shame it has to end so soon. As such, I wouldn't suggest picking it up as your first or second VR purchase, but do know that you absolutely shouldn't skip it. Especially if you have a Vive.
Jordan Devore · Oct 18, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewI can’t deny the fun and novelty of the experience, but the entertainment fades quickly. Popping in for a few minutes to dump an energy drink on an engine or make fire-extinguisher soup is funny, but that’s as deep as the experience goes. The laid-back toybox structure means that I was never under pressure, but I was also never challenged or engaged beyond VR’s universal joy of inhabiting a digital space.
Joe Juba · Apr 22, 2016 Reviewed on PCIf you’re willing to throw down the price for a VR headset, you need to fun things that quickly show off the concept. In that sense Job Simulator is a bit like when your dad bought Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells for his first CD player. Slick and lovely, but ultimately you’ll move onto something more substantial.
Tim Clark · Apr 10, 2016 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewThe silly simulation gag has long outstayed its welcome, but Job Simulator's biting writing and intuitive gameplay means that the punchline plays one last time. Owlchemy Labs' launch title won't keep you occupied like real labour, but if work was always this entertaining then we'd never pull a sickie ever again.
Sammy Barker · Oct 10, 2016 Reviewed on PS4Read full reviewThis is the form of VR playfulness that is at the heart of Job Simulator. It's very simple and elegant, and facilitates the comical joy of putting on a VR headset for the very first time. Though it must be said, Job Simulator is not the kind of game you'd want to play with for long periods at a time, and those who expect any kind of story or narrative will find none of that here.
Magnus Groth-Andersen · Oct 10, 2016 Reviewed on PC, PS4Read full review
Community Reviews
Great for first time VR players but very boring to experienced ones.
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Reviewed on PS4
- Rated on PS4
About the game
A tongue-in-cheek virtual reality experience for HTC Vive. In a world where robots have replaced all human jobs, step into the "Job Simulator" to learn what it was like 'to job'.