Dust off your turntables and get your crates ready! Wax Heads, the highly anticipated “cosy-punk” record shop simulator, has officially set its release date. Indie developer Patattie Games and publisher Curve Games have announced that the game will be spinning onto PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on May 5, 2026.
If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping the corporate grind to work in a legendary (if slightly struggling) indie record store, this is the digital getaway you’ve been waiting for.
What is “Cosy-Punk,” Anyway?
Wax Heads carves out its own niche by blending the chill, low-stakes energy of a cosy sim with the edgy, hand-drawn aesthetic of a classic underground comic. You step into the shoes of the newest hire at Repeater Records, a shop run by Morgan—a former 80s rock star who’s had a messy falling out with her past.
The gameplay is a satisfying mix of narrative deduction and puzzle-solving:
- The Vibe Check: Customers come in with vague, emotional requests like, “I need something that sounds like a rainy Tuesday in London but with more distorted guitars.”
- The Hunt: You’ll dig through bins, flip over LPs to check tracklists, and pore over liner notes to find the perfect match.
- The World: With over 80 hand-drawn records and 60+ unique characters, every interaction feels like a piece of a larger story about community and the “underdog spirit.”
Key Features to Watch For
| Feature | Details |
| Original Soundtrack | 30+ original songs created by the devs and their friends. |
| Visual Style | A vibrant, “Scott Pilgrim-esque” comic book art style. |
| Side Gigs | Design gig posters, run stage lights, and even manage virtual pets. |
| The Jukebox | A fully interactive music system to set the mood while you work. |
Why We’re Excited
In a world of digital streaming and infinite algorithms, Wax Heads is a love letter to the physicality of music. It’s about the joy of rummaging through a bin and finding that one life-changing album. It feels less like a management sim and more like a “detective game for music nerds.”
“We want to celebrate and reignite the passion that is discovering music in a physical space. To recapture the joy of rummaging through albums… an album to cry to, a new band to call your own.”
— Murray Somerwolff, Creative Director at Patattie Games
Mark Your Calendars
Wax Heads officially drops on May 5, 2026. Can’t wait that long? A demo is currently available on Steam, giving you a taste of the first few hours at Repeater Records.
Whether you’re into Scandinavian metal or bubblegum pop, there’s a slot in the racks waiting for you.
Find out more here on Steam – https://shorturl.at/cT13M
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