Your Ultimate Guide to
Retro Rewind
Master every shift at your 90s video rental store. Expert tips, growing movie database, and everything you need to become the best rental destination in town.
Featured Guides
Everything you need to run a profitable video store in the 90s.
Beginner's Guide
Start strong: ordering stock, opening day checklist, and your first profitable week.
Read Guide →Weather & Seasons System
Turn rain and holidays into profit. How to prep for every weather event.
Read Guide →Staff Management
When to hire, who to pick, and how to keep your team performing at peak.
Read Guide →Snacks & Profit Tips
Maximize revenue with the highest-margin items in your store.
Read Guide →Achievements Guide
Full unlock guide for every achievement and the rewards they bring.
Read Guide →Mods & Cheats
Bypass the grind with Nexus Mods, Trainers, and tips to play real movies in-game.
Read Guide →SKU Codes & Black Market
Uncover hidden SKU codes and discover exactly when the bootlegger arrives.
Read Guide →How to Sell Movies
Clear inventory clutter, manage mixed shelves, and maximize Clearance Bin profits.
Read Guide →Multiplayer FAQ
Everything you need to know about co-op capabilities and future development plans.
Read Guide →Popular Video Guides
Watch the most helpful gameplay and tutorial videos from the community.
Complete Gameplay Guide
Essential Tips & Tricks
Everything for Your Store
Complete Guides
From day-one tips to advanced store management strategies.
Daily Planner
Get optimized purchase recommendations based on season and weather.
Data & Stats
Seasonal bonuses, staff traits, and profit optimization tips.
Movie Database
Search 14,000+ movies, find SKU codes, and optimize your inventory.
Complete Movie Database & Tools
440+ VHS titles (growing daily) searchable by genre, rating, and profit level. Find SKU codes instantly, create shopping lists, optimize your inventory, and discover random picks to stock your store.
Explore Database & Tools →What is Retro Rewind?
Retro Rewind – Video Store Simulator is an indie management sim by Blood Pact Studios (2026) that puts you in charge of a 90s-era video rental store. Order VHS tapes, manage staff, handle late fees, and keep customers happy through rain, holidays, and Friday night rushes.
The game debuted at #1 on Steam's Top Sellers chart and has been praised by PC Gamer as "the first job sim to really grab me since Schedule 1." With 14,000+ unique movie titles, four seasons, dynamic weather, and deep store customization, there's always something new to master.
Buy on Steam — $19.90 →
