Barber Shop Simulator

Barber Shop Simulator was developed by Vixy Games and Alper Ertuğrul, who also serve as its publishers. The game launched on 17 November 2025.

It’s currently available for Windows on Steam, with no confirmed console or mobile versions. A free demo was released earlier, which gave players a chance to test the core barbershop mechanics.

In the game, you run a barbershop from the ground up, welcoming customers with varying styles and grooming preferences. You use a variety of tools — scissors, clippers, razors — to give haircuts, trims, fades, or full beard grooming. Over time, you can upgrade your equipment, decorate your shop, and improve your workstation to better serve your clientele. Your reputation matters: doing precise, stylish work earns tips and repeat customers, but mistakes or slow service can hurt your standing. As you level up, you unlock more advanced haircutting techniques and more demanding client requests — and you have the potential to grow your barbershop into a thriving business.

Promotion for the game leaned heavily on community engagement. During Steam Next Fest, the demo was made available, driving initial interest and feedback. The developer has actively reached out on platforms like Reddit and Discord, encouraging players to wishlist, play, and share suggestions. This grassroots approach has emphasized building the game alongside its early audience.

Reception so far has been limited but promising. Since the full release is quite recent, there aren’t many reviews yet, but early reactions highlight the novelty of a first-person barber sim and the satisfaction of creating stylish cuts. Some players have noted rough edges — interface polish and feature depth may be improved — but many are optimistic, especially given the developer’s responsiveness to feedback.