Chef RPG (2024)

Developer: World 2 Studio
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, RPG, Simulation, Early Access
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 2,666 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 28 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

Exploring a seaside town at your own pace, hunting and cooking while gently reviving a restaurant feels meditative and unhurried.

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What players say

Players call it a cozy Stardew Valley-like with addictive cooking minigames and a fast start, but opinions split on the late game: some find the mechanics repetitive and tool upgrades grind-heavy, while others love the loop. The hunting mechanic is polarizing, and early access bugs like characters stuck in walls are noted.

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