ReStory, a simulation game that lets you run your own electronics repair shop in Y2K-era Japan, will launch for PC via Steam this summer, publisher tinyBuild and developer Mandragora announced. A demo is available now as part of Steam Next Fest: June 2025 Edition
Here is an overview of the demo, via tinyBuild:
The demo offers an expanded look at the pre-release version of the game and introduces new gadgets like the Atari Lynx (as a part of the official collaboration with Atari) and Patento BS that draws inspiration (but not too much inspiration) from one of the most iconic gaming handhelds. Another addition to the demo compared to the playtest build is the airbrush drawing tool, which allows players to visually customize devices – some of the community creations can be seen in the latest trailer.
And here is an overview of the game:
About
ReStory lets you run your own electronics repair shop in Y2K-era Japan. Fix iconic pieces of 2000s tech, like cell phones, video game consoles (including officially licensed Atari systems), handhelds, digital pets, home appliances, music players, cameras, and more—all while hearing the unique stories of your customers and making meaningful decisions that influence a branching storyline.
ReStory combines tactile repair gameplay with the relaxing atmosphere, shop management mechanics, and a cast of memorable characters. Grow your business by carefully unscrewing, cleaning, soldering, repainting, and assembling devices to bring them back to life—and if you need spare parts, you can always buy them online via an old-school in-game web browser. Talk to customers, hear their stories, and see how your decisions impact both their lives and your shop through a non-linear narrative.
Key Features
- Satisfying Gadget Repairs – Chill out and vibe with engaging device restoration mechanics through every step of the tech-repair process.
- Shop Management – Take orders, manage your finances, browse the web and hunt for spare parts.
- Impactful Narrative – Meet a memorable cast of characters with unpredictable and intertwining stories. Your decisions will impact both their lives and your shop.
- Y2K Nostalgia – Fix devices inspired by iconic gaming consoles & handhelds, portable music players, cameras, home appliances and cell phones of the 2000s.
- Wait, Is That an Atari?! – Yes! Partnering with Atari, ReStory will feature licensed consoles to repair including the Atari 2600, Jaguar and more!
- Chill Atmosphere – ReStory creates a relaxing atmosphere that lets you unwind and tinker with gadgets against a beautiful backdrop of the Japanese urban setting.
Watch a new trailer below.