Dust off your turntable and grab your cleaning cloth—the record store of your dreams is officially open for business. Indie developer Patattie Games and publisher Curve Games have announced that Wax Heads, the highly anticipated “cosy-punk” record shop sim, has officially launched today on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
If you’ve ever spent an afternoon digging through crates of vinyl or argued passionately about why a B-side is better than the hit single, this is the game you’ve been waiting for.
What is Wax Heads?
Set in the iconic (and slightly struggling) Repeater Records, Wax Heads puts you behind the counter as the newest employee of a local institution. This isn’t just a management sim; it’s a narrative-driven “love letter to music culture” that captures the messy, beautiful, and community-driven heart of physical media.
As the shop’s latest hire, you’ll be tasked with:
- Deciphering Customer Requests: Not everyone knows what they’re looking for. You’ll need to use your musical intuition to help eccentric patrons find that one specific record based on vague descriptions and personal vibes.
- Exploring a Handcrafted Catalogue: The game features over 50 unique, fictional records with original artwork and lore. You’ll dive deep into the backstories of bands and the drama that keeps the local scene alive.
- Saving the Shop: It’s not all chill beats and coffee. Repeater Records is facing the looming threat of corporate takeover and gentrification. It’s up to you and your ragtag crew of coworkers to prove that the shop is a community pillar worth fighting for.
The “Cosy-Punk” Aesthetic
What exactly is “cosy-punk”? Imagine the warm, fuzzy feeling of a neighbourhood hangout blended with the rebellious, DIY spirit of the underground music scene. Wax Heads features a bold, chunky comic-book art style and a soundtrack of 100% original music that spans genres from garage rock to synth-pop.
It’s a game that values human connection over profit margins. You’ll spend as much time chatting with your coworkers—like the activist zine-maker Paul or the band manager Abi—as you will filing LPs.
“With Wax Heads, we’re bringing back the magic of human connection in music. We want to celebrate and reignite the passion that is discovering music in a physical space.”
— Murray Somerwolff, Creative Director at Patattie Games
Launch Details
Whether you’re a PC purist or a handheld hero, you can start your shift at Repeater Records right now.
| Feature | Details |
| Platforms | PC (Steam), PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch |
| Developer | Patattie Games |
| Publisher | Curve Games |
| Price | Approx. £11.99 (Check your local store for launch discounts!) |
Wax Heads is a short, punchy, and emotionally resonant experience that reminds us why we fell in love with music in the first place. Head over to your preferred digital storefront and grab your copy today—just don’t forget to flip the record when side A is finished.
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