Underplayed Gems

Too Many Cooks (2023)

Too Many Cooks cover
Developer
Dr Jammy Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating
5.0 of 5, 18 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A chaotic, fast-paced action roguelike where you slash and dodge through hordes of hostile kitchen staff in retro pixel art.

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What players say

Players enjoy a cooking-themed roguelike where upgrades can quickly turn you into an overpowered bullet hose. The boss mechanics feel distinct, and the ability to tweak difficulty per run adds replay value. Some note the game is short, with one saying updates have stalled. Reviews are positive despite this.

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