Kitchen Simulator 2 (2017)

Developer: WhackAKey Games
Publisher: Conglomerate 5
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 2.3 of 5, 110 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 13 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You frantically prep ingredients and plate orders while a relentless timer pushes you faster, though the friendly cartoon setting keeps the stress from becoming overwhelming.

casualtime managementstressfulfast-pacedcooperativecookingsimulationhectic

What players say

Players find the novelty wears off fast, often within 20 minutes, and many say there is no actual cooking, just cutting and serving. Some call it a fun joke with friends, while others compare it unfavorably to Overcooked. The game is frequently bought for or enjoyed by women, a point many reviews mention.

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