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Wax Heads

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Artwork for Wax Heads game. A girl with teal hair holds a record. Title is in red, music notes. Other character at left. Dog mug.

A screenshot from the game Wax Heads. A character named Morgan, holding a cigarette, is talking in a store.

A scene from Wax Heads: A woman asks if you have the new Mimi album, surrounded by game elements, and other characters.

Game interface of Wax Heads. Album art for "Self Deprecating Toast & Jam" by Ego, Sunny Side Up. Features sale tag, cartoon dog, mug, and more.

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Wax Heads is a narrative-driven simulation game set in a small, struggling record shop where listening closely matters more than speed or precision. You play as a new hire tasked with helping a stream of unusual customers track down the exact vinyl records they can't quite describe. Instead of direct instructions, you’re given fragments in the form of memories, moods, and half-remembered details. These must be pieced together into a meaningful choice.

The experience is built around observational puzzle-solving. Every customer interaction functions like a small investigation, where you interpret personality cues, scan the shop’s densely packed shelves, and examine contextual details scattered throughout the environment. Album descriptions, zines, and handwritten notes all serve as subtle hints that guide you toward the correct recommendation.

The record store itself acts as more than just a backdrop; it is an active part of the storytelling. Filled with character, clutter, and personality, it reflects the cultural world the game is trying to capture. Conversations with coworkers and customers unfold naturally, layering humor, opinionated music debates, and personal stories into the daily rhythm of work behind the counter.

A strong hand-drawn visual identity reinforces the game's music-obsessed atmosphere, while its diverse soundtrack deepens the sense of immersion. Rather than focusing on high-pressure mechanics, Wax Heads leans into mood, storytelling, and interpretation, offering an experience centered on human connection through music and memory.

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Categories : Adventure, Simulation
Editor : Curve Games
Developer : Patattie Games
Mode(s) : Solo
Release date : May 5, 2026
Latest patch: 1.02 - 5/7/26
System Requirements
- Minimum
- OS: Windows 11 (64-bits)
- CPU : Core i5-4670K / Radeon RX 550
- RAM : 4 GB
- GPU : GeForce GT 1030/ Radeon RX 550
- Storage : 2 GB
- Recommended
- CPU : Core i5-4670K / FX-8350
- RAM : 8 GB
Age Rating
Steam Deck: Verified