Wired Productions and French developer Glee-Cheese have officially unveiled MR. RECORDS, a brand-new rhythm adventure that combines music, storytelling, and record shop management into an emotional journey about second chances and self-discovery.
Announced during the Day of the Devs showcase, MR. RECORDS introduces players to George, an aging dreamer who finally decides to pursue the passion he has carried with him for decades. Accompanied by his loyal dog Buzz, George opens the record store he always imagined owning, helping customers find the perfect albums while uncovering the memories and emotions hidden within each record.
The game blends life simulation elements with rhythm-based gameplay. During the day, players manage George’s growing vinyl shop, meeting colorful customers, learning their musical tastes, and recommending records that resonate with their lives. Every interaction reveals new stories and helps expand the store’s inventory.
When the shop closes for the evening, the records themselves become the focus. Each vinyl transports George into imaginative musical worlds inspired by memories, emotions, and pivotal moments from his past. Players will run, jump, slide, dodge obstacles, and chain actions together in sync with the music across more than 40 handcrafted rhythm levels.
MR. RECORDS features a wide variety of original music styles, including funk, progressive rock, hip-hop, electronic music, world music, and 1980s-inspired pop tracks. The soundtrack consists of dozens of original records created by the development team, with each one tied directly to the game’s narrative and gameplay experiences.
Beyond the rhythm challenges, players will spend time in George’s bedroom above the store, a personal hub where they can review memories, track story progress, answer phone calls, and reflect on the emotional journey unfolding around them.
The adventure also promises a steady stream of gameplay variety, including rhythm battles, mini-games, chase sequences, environmental twists, visual effects, and activities involving George’s faithful companion, Buzz.
According to Glee-Cheese Co-Founder and Creative Director Charles Bardin, the project was inspired by music’s ability to instantly reconnect people with powerful memories and emotions. The team hopes players will experience George’s story as a celebration of rediscovering joy, embracing change, and finding the courage to follow dreams that may have been set aside for years.
Wired Productions Managing Director Leo Zullo praised the project’s blend of engaging rhythm gameplay and emotional storytelling, describing it as a deeply personal experience that highlights the importance of music, memory, and human connection.
With its unique combination of record store management, rhythm action, and heartfelt storytelling, MR. RECORDS is shaping up to be one of the more distinctive indie titles currently in development.
Players can wishlist MR. RECORDS now on Steam.