Underplayed Gems

Retro Rewind - Video Store Simulator (2026)

Retro Rewind - Video Store Simulator cover
Developer
Blood Pact Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 9,203 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 18 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A relaxed, cozy management sim about running a retro video rental store, with a nostalgic and lighthearted feel.

casualnostalgicrelaxedmanagementcozysimulationbusiness buildingretro themedlighthearted

What players say

Players praise the 1990s video store nostalgia but split on depth. Most say the first hours charm wears thin when they realize income is hardcapped and the gameplay loop never changes despite unlocks. Critics call it all surface with no challenge, while fans still find it relaxing and addictive. Some note the calendar events are hard to notice.

Trailer

Screenshots

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