Mixtape: A musical journey through the memories of youth

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Mixtape, the latest game from Beethoven & Dinosaur, the BAFTA-winning developer behind The Artful Escape, officially launched on May 7, 2026. The game is now available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch 2, and is also included with Xbox Game Pass.

Mixtape (Image source: Steam)
Mixtape (Image source: Steam)

One final night and a playlist for an entire generation

Mixtape follows three close friends during their last night together before going their separate ways. On the way to one final party, a carefully curated playlist pulls them into dreamy cinematic memories. The journey revisits the defining moments that shaped who they became throughout their teenage years.

Spending one last night with close friends (Image source: Steam)
Spending one last night with close friends (Image source: Steam)

Diverse gameplay inspired by unforgettable memories

Rather than focusing on a single gameplay mechanic, Mixtape delivers a collection of nostalgic and entertaining experiences. Players will dive into the spirit of youth through a variety of activities:

  • High-energy adventures: Skateboarding, playing baseball, and sneaking into an abandoned amusement park after closing time to take photos.
  • Rebellious moments: Late-night escapes, run-ins with the police, and launching fireworks from the back seat of a car.
  • Coming-of-age emotions: From awkward first kisses to the final dance before graduation, the game captures the emotional highs and lows of growing up.
Diverse gameplay inspired by unforgettable memories (Image source: Steam)
Diverse gameplay inspired by unforgettable memories (Image source: Steam)

A perfect blend of cinema and music

Inspired by classic coming-of-age films, Mixtape captures the bittersweet uncertainty of youth, playful mischief, and the emotional struggle of embracing change and moving forward.

The heart of the experience is its vibrant soundtrack, featuring legendary artists and bands including DEVO, Roxy Music, Lush, The Smashing Pumpkins, Iggy Pop, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Joy Division, The Cure, and many more.

Mixtape is more than just a game. It is a ticket back to the brightest days of youth. Are you ready to press "Play" on this unforgettable mixtape?