Croft Manor first appeared in the original Tomb Raider back in 1996, but it wasn’t until Tomb Raider 2 the year after that we got to explore more of the stately pile’s grounds. I really hope Lara’s butler is still trapped in that cupboard I left him in, the annoying git. The PowerWash Simulator expansion lets you spray down Lara’s collection of artefacts as well as the mansion, adjoining assault course and many vehicles. Lara’s collection ranges from a Tyrannosaurus rex to ceremonial daggers, so there’s plenty to fire water at as you space out. Ed reckoned the base game was a genuinely satisfying simulator in his PowerWash Simulator review. “Initially, I thought it would pair nicely with a podcast or a chat with friends, like a background activity I’d be half-invested in," he said. “After absorbing nothing from a podcast and sitting in silence while mates slung words, I found the game suited solace to a tee.” PowerWash Simulator’s Tomb Raider DLC is free, and launches on Steam on January 31st. Nintendo Switch and PlayStation ports of the game are out the same day. The DLC’s coming to those, and Xbox consoles and Game Pass, too.
