Review: Electrician Simulator VR
Video games that simulate real-life jobs are nothing new. They’ve been around for years, going back to titles like Advanced Lawnmower Simulator and Trashman. These days, they’re not just quirky throwbacks—they’re genuinely popular and can be surprisingly relaxing. Games like PowerWash Simulator, Lawn Mower Simulator, and Job Simulator bring a sense of fun to otherwise mundane tasks.
Electrician Simulator has existed for a while, but its latest release for PSVR2 adds a new layer of immersion. Now you can experience the life of a sparky in virtual reality.
You begin the game in your father’s garage, starting out as an apprentice electrician under his guidance. Thanks to the VR setup, everything is tactile—you can pick up and interact with most items. There’s even a basketball hoop in the garage, and yes, you can shoot some hoops while learning the ropes.
After the basic procedures are explained, it’s off to your first job: restoring lighting in a small bungalow. It’s a straightforward introduction where you quickly get to grips with gameplay mechanics like:
– Switching off fuses before working
– Scanning wiring to trace power sources
– Testing switches and bulbs
– Ensuring plug sockets are properly wired
The VR controls translate well here, with triggers allowing you to pick up and manipulate objects naturally.
Beyond the basics, bonus tasks and optional objectives spice things up—like changing bulb colours from white to green. You earn star ratings for completing these challenges, which unlock new items in the in-game shop. Missteps like damaging property or getting electrocuted cost you money (don’t worry, being shocked doesn’t kill you—it just dents your final bill).
After each job, you return to the garage for more advanced tinkering. One task involves fixing a retro video game controller. It’s more intricate, requiring you to:
– Unscrew components
– Test the circuit board
– Use a soldering iron to replace damaged parts
– Reassemble everything and verify it works
This part is detailed and interesting at first, but the VR accuracy gets tricky with tiny components, and it became a bit fiddly and frustrating for me.
Onto the second job—naturally more complex, with new tasks to master.
Overall, I enjoyed Electrician Simulator VR more than I expected. It’s a refreshing break from my usual gaming preferences, and there’s something compelling about seeing what job comes next. That said, I’m not the biggest fan of this genre. If you’ve ever listened to Adam and me on the 60 Minute Speedrun Podcast, you’ll know he’s obsessed with PowerWash Simulator. I gave that one a go, but it didn’t hold my interest for long.
Still, Electrician Simulator VR has a quirky charm, and if you enjoy job-based simulators, this one’s worth checking out—especially in VR, where the novelty really shines. Who knows, it might even spark a new career idea!
Review by Chris.
