Underplayed Gems

小厨杂记 (2022)

小厨杂记 cover
Developer
山石
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
5.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 14 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A quiet, text-driven historical simulation where you run a noodle shop and serve customers through cooking and choice.

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What players say

Players appreciate the cooking premise and simple story, but strongly criticize the lack of tutorial and confusing UI. The calligraphy font is hard to read, the kitchen layout is unclear, and basic actions like adding sugar or placing flour require guesswork. Reviews say the game needs better interaction guidance and clarity.

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