Mixtape
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All Hail Devo: How Mixtape’s Soundtrack Made It May’s Surprise Hit
Ignore the haters: American teens absolutely listened to The Jesus and Mary Chain in the '90s. That the music somehow isn't accurate is the most off-base criticism lobbed at Mixtape, Beethoven + Dinosaur's new game about a music-loving teen's "perfect" mixtape. Sure, the Scottish noise-mongers were...
GameSpot
All Hail Devo: How Mixtape's Soundtrack Made It May's Surprise Hit
Ignore the haters: American teens absolutely listened to The Jesus and Mary Chain in the '90s. That the music somehow isn't accurate is the most off-base criticism lobbed at Mixtape, Beethoven + Dinosaur's new game about a music-loving teen's "perfect" mixtape. Sure, the Scottish noise-mongers were...
GameSpot
New Game Pass Games For May 2026: Forza Horizon 6, Pigeon Simulator, And More This Month
The second wave of new arrivals to Xbox Game Pass have been announced for May 2026, and following hot on the heels of big releases like Mixtape and The second wave of new arrivals to Xbox Game Pass has been announced for May 2026, and following hot on the heels of big releases like Mixtape and...
GameSpot
New Game Pass Games For May 2026: Forza Horizon 6, Pigeon Simulator, And More This Month
The second wave of new arrivals to Xbox Game Pass has been announced for May 2026, and following hot on the heels of big releases like Mixtape and Subnautica 2, there's a lot to look forward to. Here's the full list of everything being added starting May 19: Xbox Game Pass May 2026 Games: Wave 2...
GameSpot
Mixtape Isn't Going Anywhere, Won't Be Delisted Over Music Licenses
Licenses agreed in perpetuity. Mixtape team Beethoven & Dinosaur and publisher Annapurna Interactive have both confirmed the excellent PS5 game won't face any potential delisting issues over its licensed soundtrack in the future. This is because, rather than only setting up temporary music licenses...
Push Square
Mixtape Publisher Reassures Fans Among Delisting Concerns
Mixtape publisher Annapurna Interactive is easing concerns from fans that the game could eventually be delisted due to the game's music.
Game Rant
No, Mixtape will not be delisted "due to music licenses expiring"
Mixtape publisher Annapurna Interactive has laid out in no uncertain terms that no, Mixtape will not be delisted "due to music licenses expiring". Read more
Eurogamer
Mixtape Isn’t Even Woke, What Are We Doing Here?
I don't really like Mixtape, but I don't get why we're mad at it.
TheGamer
Preview: Mixtape Lives (Briefly) in the Moment
Mixtape feels a little Lo-Fi, but there are some good times to be had. The post Preview: Mixtape Lives (Briefly) in the Moment appeared first on Siliconera.
Siliconera
Mixtape might be too toxic to be a GOTY contender at the Game Awards
Annapurna's indie game had a shot at Game of the Year until the discourse started about it online
Polygon
After becoming one of the year's best-rated games, Mixtape devs say it won't ever be removed from sale due to expiring music licenses: "That was a lie"
Beethoven and Dinosaur paid for song rights in perpetuity
Steam NewsAfter becoming one of the year's best-rated games, Mixtape devs say it won't ever be removed from sale due to expiring music licenses: "That was a lie"
Beethoven and Dinosaur paid for song rights in perpetuity
GamesRadar
Mixtape developer claims the game won’t be delisted due to its licensed music
The developers behind the Annapurna indie hit, Mixtape, have dismissed claims that the game could be delisted from stores in the future, due to its focus on licensed music. Set in the 1990s and developed by the same team behind the BAFTA-winning The Artful Escape, Mixtape tells the story of three...
Steam NewsMixtape developer claims the game won’t be delisted due to its licensed music
Annapurna dismisses concerns, claims licenses were agreed in perpetuity
VGC
Mixtape Publisher Refutes Claim That Expired Music Licenses Will Cause the Game to Be Delisted
Coming-of-age video game Mixtape is packed with licensed music from artists like Devo and The Smashing Pumpkins, but publisher Annapurna Interactive and developer Beethoven and Dinosaur have told fans not to worry about the game potentially being delisted down the road. Creative director Johnny...
Steam News
Mixtape will be safe from a music licensing related delisting, ensured by its developer paying extra for the privilege
The first thought that probably arose for most people upon seeing Mixtape for the first time was probably something along the lines of, "that's a lot of licensed music, wonder how long it takes before it's delisted." Music licensing is notoriously a pain in the ass, and considering how embedded...
Rock Paper ShotgunMixtape Publisher Refutes Claim That Expired Music Licenses Will Cause the Game to Be Delisted
Mixtape is packed with licensed music from artists like Devo and The Smashing Pumpkins, but Annapurna Interactive and Beethoven and Dinosaur have told fans not to worry about the game potentially being delisted down the road.
IGN
Claims that Mixtape will be delisted over music licenses are 'a lie,' says publisher
The developer paid for perpetual music licenses to avoid that problem.
PC Gamer
Mixtape Won't Get Delisted Because Of Its Licensed Music
Mixtape's developers have made sure that the game's licensed music doesn't end in it being ripped away from us.
TheGamer
No, Mixtape won't be delisted because of its licensed music
Annapurna Interactive and Beethoven & Dinosaur have confirmed that Mixtape's music licenses exist in perpetuity
Polygon
Annapurna Interactive: Mixtape Won't Be Delisted Due To Music Lisences Expiring
The publisher of the hit indie game shot down some rumors earlier this week on social media.
DualShockers
What we've been playing - "Asking what the point of playing it is would be like asking why you should bother seasoning a meal"
Hello and welcome back to our regular feature where we write a little about the games we've been playing. This week, Victoria almost sleeps through a foundational child-powered gaming moment; Bertie sounds a bit like a grumpy old man; Chris has a few more thoughts about Mixtape; and Connor plays a...
Eurogamer
Mixtape: Hardest Achievements/Trophies and How to Get Them
In this list, join us as we discuss the hardest Achievements/Trophies in Mixtape and how you can unlock them.
DualShockersOfficial PlayStation Podcast Episode 541: Legendary Run
Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Hey, everybody! Sid, Kristen, and I are back this week to discuss min/maxing runs in Saros, the music and vibes of Mixtape, and other games that’ve been keeping us busy. We also have a special interview about...
PlayStation Blog
How One Song Led To The Creation Of The Entirety Of Mixtape
Beethoven and Dinosaur’s musical narrative adventure game was born from a Devo song
Kotaku
BitSummit Punch 2026 returns this month, and we're bringing you a special Mixtape celebrating amazing indie games from Japan and around the world
This year's theme is High Impact, so prepare yourself for some seriously cool-looking indie fighting games
GamesRadar
EDGE #424 review scores – Tomodachi Life, Pragmata, Mixtape, more
The latest EDGE review scores for issue #424 (July 2026 issue) have now been released. A number of Nintendo-related games are covered, including Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pragmata, Mixtape, and more. Here’s the full roundup: Aphelion – 4 Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss – 6 Dosa Divas – 5 Kiln – 5...
Nintendo Everything
Mixtape Review – Thanks For The Memories
Don’t hesitate to give this one a shot if you’re in the market for a great story backed up by some brilliant music and a fairly simple gameplay loop.
GamingBolt
This Week in Switch 2 - Star Fox, Mixtape review, price increases & Nintendo (NTDOY) FY27 forecast
The guys are back with a huge discussion about Nintendo's earnings, the Star Fox Direct, and Donovan's review of Mixtape.
Shacknews
Mixtape's Stacey Rockford is unlikable for a reason
If Stacey Rockford, the teen protagonist of Mixtape, seems like a jerk, that's because she is.
Polygon
Mixtape Has An Artful Escape Easter Egg
It looks like Slater might be related to Francis Vendetti, if a Mixtape easter egg is to be taken as canon.
TheGamerMixtape review
Maybe it's because I've just played through several hours of teen rebellion, but I feel like breaking some rules. Unfortunately these are rules of video game reviewing, which I am paid to care about (and do actually care about, because I am sad) but which I really ought not to ever burden you with...
Eurogamer
Xbox Offers Advice Regarding Mixtape Controversy
While discourse surrounding Mixtape continues to grow, Xbox is offering some advice to gamers when it comes to divisive games.
Game RantMixtape Review
I’m not the biggest fan of narrative heavy games with little to no actual gameplay, but there was something captivating about Mixtape when it was first announced last summer. As a person who turned seventeen in the year 1999, I’m always baited by attempts to nostaglize my childhood, as if my...
Niche Gamer
Xbox Racks Up 2M Views With Comment That Appears To Address Mixtape's Review Backlash
Not everyone thinks it's a 10/10. When new indie adventure Mixtape released on Xbox Game Pass late last week to fantastic reviews, including many 10/10 scores from the likes of IGN and DualShockers, it inevitibly attracted a lot of attention. Read the full article on purexbox.com
Pure Xbox
Mixtape soundtrack
Here are all the songs featured in Beethoven & Dinosaur's Mixtape.
Shacknews
What year does Mixtape take place? A Polygon investigation
Mixtape never explicitly says what year it's set in, and some of its strange creative choices only make it harder to pin down.
Polygon
If Mixtape Isn't Your Thing, I Promise You Don't Need To Play It
Beethoven & Dinosaur's Mixtape is under fire because critics and players are really enjoying it. Yes, I'm being serious.
TheGamer
Mixtape Voice Actors: Who Plays Stacy, Slater, and Cassandra?
Wondering who voices the rebellious trio in Annapurna’s adventure? Here is the full voice actor cast list for Mixtape.
Game RantMixtape is a wonderful game, but fails at being a personal one
Annapurna and Beethoven & Dinosaur's new coming-of-age indie game is relatable, but not specific enough to really hit
Polygon
Mixtape's Gameplay Is Coming Under Fire After A Viral Clip
Clips of Mixtape "playing itself" have gone viral, but they don't represent the whole game.
TheGamer
Mixtape Is Getting Incredible User Reviews On PlayStation And Steam
Critics aren't the only ones who love Mixtape, as it's getting some rave reviews on both the PS Store and Steam.
TheGamer
Mixtape isn't 2026's only great music game
Gaming has an unexpected music trend in 2026 thanks to games like Mixtape, Wax Heads, and more.
Polygon
All Bedroom Items & Unique Conversations in Mixtape
Looking to find all those tiny interactable items from the bedrooms? You'll find just that right here for the Mixtape Front to Back trophy.
Game Rant
Mixtape Achievement & Trophy Guide
Our comprehensive Mixtape trophy and achievement guide will give you a full breakdown of where to find all missable interactions and items.
Game Rant
Mixtape doesn't have a Streamer Mode because the game was designed around the songs
Beethoven & Dinosaur addressed the matter of a Streamer Mode for Mixtape's licensed soundtrack, claiming it would have 'compromised' the game's quality.
Shacknews
Mixtape Game Review: Reliving Adolescence Through Music and Memories
This is a review of Mixtape, a narrative adventure game that captures the essence of adolescence, growing up and the power of music.
Hardcore Gamer
Mixtape review: You're gonna live forever
Mixtape uses music to illustrate the highs and lows of adolescence.
Shacknews
With Mixtape out today, the tiny number of coming of age games gets just that little bit bigger
A couple of years ago, The Artful Escape devs Beethoven & Dinosaur announced their next game, Mixtape. It caught my eye at the time in no small part to having an art style that actually looks like Something as opposed to the vast sea of realism simulators out there. In particular, I was fond of its...
Rock Paper Shotgun
Mixtape's Licensed Soundtrack Justifies Lack of Streamer Mode
Developer Beethoven and Dinosaur defend Mixtape's lack of Streamer Mode, explaining that the game's licensed music is core to its experience
DualShockers
How to Get the 'Grunge Metal' Trophy/ Achievement in Mixtape
When Rockford and Slater are in the store, you can unlock the 'Grunge Metal' trophy/achievement if you make Slater's secret slushy recipe in Mixtape.
Game Rant
Mixtape Review Scores Are The Best Of The Year So Far
It's Mixtape release day and the indie is a huge hit, racking up the strongest review scores of 2026 so far.
TheGamer
Where to Find the Three Polaroids in Rockford's Room in Mixtape
When the trio are first hanging out in Rockford's room in Mixtape, you'll need to find the three polaroids missing from the set on the string.
Game Rant
All Songs in the Mixtape Soundtrack
The Mixtape soundtrack is filled with great songs that perfectly encapsulate a scene and you'll want to relisten to after you've finished the story.
Game Rant
Mixtape Is A Must-Play For Music Lovers, Even If You Can't Play It Much
This guitar-laden narrative indie game will resonate hard to anyone who's ever imagined the soundtrack to their own life.
TheGamer
Mixtape review: Annapurna's coming-of-age comedy is equal parts killer and filler
Mixtape tells an earnest coming-of-age story through killer music and minigames. To review it, we created a mixtape of our own.
Polygon
Mixtape: How Long to Beat & Full Chapter List
Mixtape's music-focused story has a lot packed into its runtime. Here's how long it takes you to play through all of its chapters and storyline.
Game Rant
Mixtape Review: A Wholly Unique Coming of Age Video Game Masterpiece
Mixtape is equal parts game, music lesson, and coming of age indie film all wrapped up into a masterful journey you'll be glad you hit "Play" on.
DualShockers
Mixtape Release Time In Your Region
Mixtape, the indie game from Artful Escape developers, is set to release on May 7. Find out when it's coming out in your time zone.
Game Rant
Xbox Game Pass May 2026 games include Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2 & Mixtape
Among the 13 games coming to Game Pass in May, Doom: The Dark Ages and Wuchang: Fallen Feathers are also listed.
ShacknewsForza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, and Mixtape Headline Wave 1 of Game Pass in May
Several new indie titles are also available this week, including Descenders Next, Wheel World, Wildgate, Mixtape, and more.
GamingBolt
Nintendo Downloads - May 7, 2026
When "a light week" is still over 40 I'm beginning to think the Ripley Doctrine needs to come to the Switch eShop sooner rather than later. So this is what a light week looks like, huh? Sure, the Switch 2 is quiet - a Switch 2 edition of the Blood (FPS) remake and Annapurna's Mixtape which you...
Nintendo World Report