# Popscene

> Bring your music collection to life as you embark on a career in the industry!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/air.Popscene](https://chrome-stats.com/d/air.Popscene)

## Overview

- **ID:** `air.Popscene`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MDickie
- **Category:** GAME\_MUSIC
- **Downloads:** 5,046,601
- **Rating:** 3.78 / 5 (56,404 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.270.64
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-25
- **First published:** 2014-01-30
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 35 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.Popscene)
- **Website:** [http://www.MDickie.com](http://www.mdickie.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.mdickie.com/privacy.htm](http://www.mdickie.com/privacy.htm)

## Description

Popscene is a dynamic music industry simulation game boasting over 1 million downloads. This immersive Chrome extension lets you bring your MP3 collection to life with animated performances as you build a music career. Recruit from over 150 artists across six unique labels or create your own stars using the editor. Record chart-topping hits, manage band dynamics, and tour more than 20 different venues, while authentic news and reviews shape your legacy.

With intricate gameplay balancing popularity and artistry, Popscene challenges you to manage band members' diverse skills such as performance, talent, production, and writing. Navigate financial decisions, venue bookings, and team attitudes to achieve music stardom. Free to download with optional content upgrades, Popscene offers a comprehensive and entertaining experience for music enthusiasts and simulation fans alike. Join the community at www.facebook.com/MDickieFans to explore strategies and insights.

## Rankings

- #24,001 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERACT_ACROSS_USERS_FULL`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`

## Review summary

Popscene is loved for its fun, musician-themed gameplay and its unique use of players' own music, with fans citing its long-running appeal. However, reviewers repeatedly complain about music playback problems, the removal of character customization, and dated graphics/ performance. They also desire bigger maps, free roam, and more roaming features, indicating continued interest but clear feature gaps.

### Pros

- Engaging and enjoyable gameplay with a strong musician/theme that appeals to fans
- Unique feature of using user's own music/files in-game (custom soundtrack)
- Long-standing, beloved title with loyal fans and nostalgia (played since 2017)
- Musician-dream exploration concept provides creative goals and narrative appeal

### Cons

- MP3/music playback/import issues across updates (not working, incompatible with recent Android versions)
- Loss of character customization and lack of training-driven attribute progression
- Outdated graphics and performance issues (poor visuals, performance)
- Requests for free roam/expanded map and roaming (currently lack of roaming and larger world)

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