Rhythm and retail merge in upcoming indie game 'Mr. Records'

The game casts players as George, a retired dreamer who runs a record shop and can physically enter the music he plays. Gameplay alternates between rhythm-based levels where George slides and punches through colorful worlds, and shop management where he recommends records to customers based on their tastes. A demo was shown at Gamescom, and the game is currently wishlistable on Steam with no release date announced.

The game's dual structure lets players experience each record twice—first as an interactive rhythm journey, then as a product to understand and sell. George's ability to physically enter music creates a bridge between the abstract act of listening and the tangible world of retail, giving each track a distinct personality that informs how it should be pitched to customers.

Developer Jupiter Hadley showcased the title at Gamescom, where the demo highlighted the game's vibrant visual style and the way its rhythm sequences sync tightly with the soundtrack. Beyond the core loop, the game includes recurring characters, evening phone calls from old friends, and daily rotating stock, suggesting a narrative layer that unfolds across multiple in-game days. Currently, the game has no announced release window, though it is available for wishlisting on Steam.