Debut Project: Cooking Café (2024)

Developer: GrooveBoxJapan
Publisher: D3PUBLISHER
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Simulation
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, lighthearted cooking simulation where you creatively whip up dishes to boost a café's social media fame.

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What players say

Players say the game is cute and relaxing but far too simple, especially for its price. It focuses on decorating and simple minigames rather than actual cooking, with repetitive recipes and very short in-game days. Fans of Cooking Mama will find it lacks depth, though it works well on Steam Deck.

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