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- Store status
- Coming soon
- Scheduled release
- 4 November 2026
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- Release date
- 4 November 2026
Steam release scheduled · App 4678050
Emotional Labor Laboratory
- Single-player
- Family Sharing
Player tracking—Begins when the game launches
Release date4 November 2026Scheduled by Steam
Store statusComing soonSteam store listing
Steam rating—0 reviews
Steam metadata
Game information
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- App ID
- 4678050
- App type
- Game
- Developer
- astro stew ↗
- Publisher
- astro stew ↗
- Supported systems
- Windows
- Genres
- Adventure
- Release date
- 4 November 2026
- Last player update
- Awaiting first sample
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System requirements
Supplied by the developer on Steam
Windows
Minimum
- OS
- Windows 10
- Processor
- Intel Core i3 or equivalent
- Memory
- 4 GB RAM
- Graphics
- OpenGL 3.3 compatible graphics card
- Storage
- 6 GB available space
Recommended
- OS
- Windows 10/11
- Processor
- Intel Core i5 or equivalent
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- Dedicated graphics card, GTX 1050 or equivalent
- Storage
- 6 GB available space
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About this game
Description
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Bank balance: $8.90. I took a job at a shady lab just to survive.
Main Duty: Diving into the virtual world with an eccentric, beautiful CEO for some "emotional labor"..?
...Wait, boss, why is my heartbeat syncing with yours?!
"Dash through the map in the Verse, feel the beat in the Chorus!"
An exhilarating blend of platforming action across musical staves
and explosive rhythm gameplay inside the Magic Circle!
Experience two distinct mechanics seamlessly flowing as one single beat.
"Your genuine emotional labor will unlock her closed heart."
Alongside Aiden, a pure AI learning what it means to feel,
soothe the hidden emotional scars of your quirky boss.
Explore the map with Arrow Keys (or A/D) and Spacebar
Hit the beats using Up/Down Arrow Keys (or W/S)!
From Easy Mode with on-screen arrow guides for beginners,
to Hard Mode designed for seasoned rhythm veterans!
Multiple difficulty levels to keep every player immersed in the groove.
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Downloadable content
1 available
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Demos
1 available
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0 achievements
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Patches
2 tracked updates
Major System & Quality of Life (QoL) Optimization Update! 🎵
Hello, players! This is astro stew.To provide you with a smoother, more intuitive, and deeply immersive gameplay experience, we have rolled out a comprehensive major update focusing on control flexibility, accessibility, and overall system performance!Here is the breakdown of everything new in this update:📌 Update Highlights1. New Easy Mode ImplementationEasy Mode Added: A brand-new Easy Mode featuring relaxed map designs and simplified note patterns has been added, allowing players of all skill levels to comfortably enjoy the rhythm action and narrative.Directional Note Indicators: Easy Mode displays intuitive up/down arrows (↑, ↓) inside rhythm notes for direct, effortless hit-timing.Double Jump Mechanics:Easy Mode: Double Jump is unlocked by default for smooth and accessible map exploration.Normal / Hard Modes: Double Jump can be unlocked later through the "Decoding Station" progr...
Read full update on Steam ↗Massive Visual Update! Experience a Whole New Rhythm 🎵
Hello, everyone! We’re thrilled to finally unveil our latest trailer, showcasing brand-new map designs and spectacular rhythm effects.To deliver an exhilarating sense of impact and a feast for the eyes, we’ve completely overhauled the game's visuals in this update. Get a glimpse of the intensified gameplay, featuring dazzling neon lights and explosive SYNC effects that trigger with perfect timing.Witness the ultimate rhythm action upgrade—watch the new trailer now!Demo coming Summer 2026. Full Release: Winter 2026.
Read full update on Steam ↗
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Release scheduled on Steam
Steam currently lists 4 Nov 2026 as the release date.
- SteamPatch
Major System & Quality of Life (QoL) Optimization Update! 🎵 ↗
Hello, players! This is astro stew.To provide you with a smoother, more intuitive, and deeply immersive gameplay experience, we have rolled out a comprehensive major update focusing on control flexibility, accessibili…
- SteamPatch
Massive Visual Update! Experience a Whole New Rhythm 🎵 ↗
Hello, everyone! We’re thrilled to finally unveil our latest trailer, showcasing brand-new map designs and spectacular rhythm effects.To deliver an exhilarating sense of impact and a feast for the eyes, we’ve complete…