VHS Romance: Save a Video Store and Find Love in 1986

8/26/2026, 1:49:40 PM

Release date: 10/8/2025

Tags: #adventure #retro #1980s #dating-sim #visual-novel #casual #romance #choices-matter

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Score: 50%4 user reviews
Review Count: 4 reviews
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Reference prices

Japan

¥ 1,200 (JPY)

Steam JP

$9.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,200
Global Price: $9.99
Price in Your Region: ¥ 1,200Prices as Steam lists them per country. What you are actually charged depends on your Steam account settings.Regional prices checked: 30 Aug 2026
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 8/26/2026, 1:45:30 PM

Key highlight

Step into the summer of 1986 in VHS Romance, a dating sim adventure where you must save a local video store and explore six branching romance routes. Your choices will shape the story's outcome.

Who this is for

Recommended for those who love the nostalgic atmosphere of the 80s and heartwarming romance stories. The story changes significantly based on your choices, making it a game you'll want to play multiple times.

Details

Overview

Step back into the summer of 1986 with VHS Romance, a charming adventure and dating sim set in the nostalgic town of Lakeshore. As a 20-year-old MC who's secretly dropped out of school and dreams of filmmaking, you have one week to make a difference. The beloved local video rental store, Sunset Video, is struggling against the encroaching Video King chain. Your mission is to rally the community, fight for the store's survival, and perhaps, find love along the way.

Highlights

A Trip to 1986: Immerse yourself in the neon-lit atmosphere of the mid-80s, complete with mixtapes and the iconic Sunset Video store.
Six Romance Options: Explore deep, fully branched romance routes with six distinct characters: Veronica, Helen, Lucy, Chloe, Tessa, and Sloane.
Choices Matter: Your decisions throughout the week will directly impact the fate of Sunset Video and your relationships.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy narrative-driven experiences, dating simulations, and a strong sense of nostalgia. If you love visual novels with meaningful choices, retro aesthetics, and heartwarming romance stories, VHS Romance is sure to capture your heart.

Game Info

VHS Romance is a casual adventure and visual novel developed and published by Warm Neon Games. It features a compelling story set in the 1980s, where player choices significantly influence the outcome. The game offers multiple romance paths, allowing players to connect with a diverse cast of characters. It supports English and is available as a paid title on Steam.