Wax Heads

 Xbox Series X
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. ElDesmarque
    May 10, 2026
    78
    Wax Heads is one of those small independent surprises that stands out for its strong personality and delivers a tremendously authentic experience about music, community, and the importance of spaces that nurture and share culture. Its blend of investigation, simulation, and cozy storytelling, together with its fabulous musical atmosphere, works really well. Fulfilling customers’ requests is fun, the characters are incredibly charming, and the shop ultimately becomes a place it’s hard to say goodbye to.
  2. Xbox Achievements
    May 8, 2026
    80
    A remarkably lovely and unapologetically cosy story of life in vinyl retail, Wax Heads has heart to spare, a diverse soundtrack, an inviting art style, and a unique record-recommending gameplay hook. Groovy.
  3. Gamer Social Club
    May 5, 2026
    100
    Wax Heads is one of the best games I have played this year. It’s full of cozy stories, amazing music, and wonderful characters. I think anyone who is craving meaningful human connection could learn something from Wax Heads.
  5. Creative Bloq
    May 5, 2026
    80
    A fun puzzler wrapped in music culture and its own well-observed lore, where repetition creeps in, but strong writing, wonderful art, and a curated atmosphere keep Wax Heads spinning.