Car Wash Simulator (Demo) Settings Guide

Graphics Settings

Tuning your graphics is essential for a smooth wash. The Demo offers several options to balance performance and visual fidelity.

Resolution and Display Mode
Set the resolution to match your monitor's native for the sharpest image. Choose between Windowed, Borderless, or Fullscreen. Borderless is recommended for quick alt-tabbing.

Quality Presets
You can select Low, Medium, High, or Ultra. The Demo runs well on medium settings for most PCs. Adjust individual options like Shadows, Textures, and Effects for finer control.

Field of View (FOV)
The FOV slider adjusts your peripheral view. A higher FOV (90-100) helps spot dirt on the sides of vehicles. A lower FOV (70-80) provides a more focused view for detailed interior cleaning.

Audio Settings

Audio feedback is crucial for a satisfying wash. The Demo provides sliders for all major sound categories.

• Master Volume: Controls overall output.
• Music: Turn down if you prefer your own playlist while scrubbing.
• SFX: Keep this high to hear the pressure washer and the satisfying sound of dirt dissolving.
• Ambient: Adds to the atmosphere of the garage. Reduce if you find it distracting.

Controls Settings

The Demo allows full remapping of keyboard and mouse controls. Familiarize yourself with the default layout before customizing.

Default Key Bindings

• WASD: Move character
• Mouse Left: Spray/Primary action
• Mouse Right: Secondary action (change nozzle)
• E: Interact
• Tab: Open settings menu
• Shift: Sprint

1. Remap a Key

   Open the Controls tab, click on the action you want to change, press the new key on your keyboard, and confirm. The change saves instantly.

2. Reset to Defaults

   If your custom layout feels wrong, scroll to the bottom of the Controls page and click "Reset to Default." This restores all original bindings.

Mouse Sensitivity
Adjust the slider to your preference. Lower sensitivity helps with precise nozzle aiming for stubborn dirt. Higher sensitivity allows faster camera panning around the vehicle.

Gameplay Settings

These options affect the washing experience and user interface.

• Invert Y-Axis: Toggle this if you prefer inverted camera controls.
• HUD Opacity: Reduce to 70% for a cleaner view. The HUD shows your water level and foam count.
• Subtitles: Enable for any tutorial prompts or narrative elements.
• Auto-Aim Assist: When enabled, the spray nozzle slightly magnetizes to dirty spots. Disable for a more manual, skill-based wash.

Camera Shake
Toggle this on or off. Some players enjoy the feedback from the pressure washer's vibration. Others find it disorienting during long sessions.

Performance Troubleshooting

If the Demo doesn't run smoothly, try these adjustments.

Lower the Resolution
Dropping from 1080p to 720p provides the biggest performance gain. Combine this with the Low preset for a stable framerate on older hardware.

Disable V-Sync
Turning off V-Sync can reduce input lag. You may experience screen tearing, but the controls will feel more responsive.

Update Drivers
Ensure your graphics card drivers are up to date. The Demo uses modern rendering techniques that benefit from recent driver optimizations.

Check System Requirements
Verify your PC meets the minimum specs. Visit our /en/guides/system-requirements/ page for details.

What if the game crashes after changing settings?
Restart the game. It will usually launch with safe mode defaults. Navigate to the settings menu and apply changes one at a time.

Will settings carry over to the full game?
Yes, your settings profile is stored locally and should be recognized by the full release on June 10, 2026.