Clean Up Earth PC Demo Review: A Zen-Like Environmental Restoration

In a gaming landscape often dominated by high-stakes combat and frantic survival, Clean Up Earth (2026) offers a refreshing, meditative pivot. Developed by Magic Pockets, this first-person simulation game asks players to do exactly what the title suggests: heal a polluted world using a high-tech vacuum known as the Terra Cleaner. While it draws obvious comparisons to Powerwash Simulator, Clean Up Earth carves out its own identity through its strong environmental message and the tangible joy of watching nature reclaim its territory.

The Gameplay Loop

The core experience is deeply tactile. You arrive at a Sector choked with plastic debris, radioactive waste, or buried junk. Using your modular vacuum, you begin the process of extraction. The genius of the game lies in its visual feedback. As you clear a cluster of trash, the gray, muted landscape instantly transforms—grass sprouts, flowers bloom, and wildlife like birds and deer return in real-time. It’s a dopamine hit for the environmentally conscious, turning a chore into a rewarding act of restoration.

The game introduces complexity through modular upgrades. You start with a basic nozzle, but soon find that larger furniture or toxic spills require specific attachments. This progression keeps the loop from feeling too stagnant, as you must manage resources (coins and recycled materials) to upgrade your gear or build structures like ladders and bridges to reach hidden pockets of filth.

Multiplayer and Community Impact

One of the game’s most ambitious features is its Massive Community Maps. Beyond standard 2-8 player co-op, the game features raid-style cleaning events where up to 30+ players descend upon a gargantuan environment (like a polluted Nevada desert). There is a unique, wholesome energy in seeing dozens of players working toward a shared goal. Most impressively, the developers have integrated real-world impact: certain community milestones trigger micro-donations to actual environmental charities, bridging the gap between digital play and real-world change.

The Rough Edges

Despite its charms, the game isn’t without its hurdles. The multiplayer matchmaking can feel restrictive, often forcing players into new instances rather than allowing them to browse specific sessions. There are also soft-lock risks; if you spend your coins on cosmetic upgrades too early, you might find yourself unable to afford the critical nozzle needed to progress to the next zone. Furthermore, the lack of an in-game map can make hunting for that last 1% of trash in a massive forest feel more like a needle-in-a-haystack search than a relaxing afternoon.

Final Verdict

Clean Up Earth is a standout cozy sim that manages to be educational without being preachy. It’s perfect for those who find peace in organization and restoration. While it needs a bit more polish on its UI and multiplayer stability, the core loop is incredibly satisfying.