Cake Mania 2

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Cake Mania 2 is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Sandlot Games and was released on July 17, 2009. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

After re-opening the Evans Bakery, and sending her grandparents on an exotic Hawaiian cruise, Jill is back in an all-new, out-of-this-world series of adventures! Help Jill’s college friend Risha in her posh, northwestern, rooftop bakery; rescue her old flame, Jack, in his underwater theme park located on the ocean floor, or wind up in 4 other far-flung bakery locations, each with its own unique la…

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Cake Mania is a nostalgic and fun time management game that many players enjoy revisiting.
The game features cute storylines and engaging gameplay that challenges players while being enjoyable.
Players appreciate the charm and simplicity of the game, making it a classic in the time management genre.

Cake Mania 2 and 3 often suffer from compatibility issues, with many players unable to launch or play them without extensive troubleshooting.
There are frequent reports of fatal errors and crashes, particularly with Cake Mania 2, leading to frustration among users.
The collection's lack of proper functionality for two out of three games has left many players feeling disappointed and regretting their purchase.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The storylines in the game are described as cute and colorful, but recent iterations have been criticized for becoming overly cartoonish and featuring weak narratives, particularly in comparison to earlier titles. Additionally, technical issues such as freezing when saving progress detract from the overall experience, making it difficult for players to fully enjoy the story.
- “Cute little storylines!”
- “I would recommend this amazing colorful storyline of a game.”
- “Then they took *that* storyline for themselves with their own not-as-good series, Delicious Deluxe.”
- “They've bought many great franchises (Sally's Salon/Spa/Studio, Mortimer Beckett, etc.) and made them all so cartoonish with the most ridiculous mini-games and weak storylines over the past five or so years that I just can't play them anymore.”
- “Unlike Diner Dash, every game had an updated Jill (and Jack, Reisha, Tiny, etc.), storyline, mechanics, and customers.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users note that starting from the second installment, the game becomes increasingly clever, humorous, and enjoyable, enhancing its replayability.
- “From the very beginning, the game offers clever and humorous elements that enhance its playability.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple paths and endings, the game encourages exploration and experimentation, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are characterized by bright visuals that enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it particularly appealing to younger players.
- “The bright visuals, the pleasant music, and the overall gameplay made this a favorite for the 9-year-old player.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the game world to life.”
- “Every scene is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by clever and amusing elements that enhance its playability, particularly as players engage in baking a whimsical assortment of cakes for a diverse and humorous cast of customers.
- “From CM2 on, the humor is clever and funny, making the game more enjoyable.”
- “After a while, you're baking a variety of cakes with different colored frostings and various toppings for a very funny array of customers.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is praised for its updated characters, engaging storylines, and diverse mechanics, setting it apart from similar games like Diner Dash. Bright visuals and pleasant music enhance the overall experience, making it particularly appealing to younger players.
- “Unlike Diner Dash, every game had an updated Jill (and Jack, Reisha, Tiny, etc.), storyline, mechanics, and customers.”
- “The bright visuals, the pleasant music, and the overall gameplay made this a favorite for the 9-year-old Demozan.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences significant stability issues, including cursor glitches that result in visual artifacts and frequent freezing when attempting to save or load progress, often requiring a complete system restart to resolve. These problems hinder the overall gameplay experience, making it difficult for players to progress without extended, uninterrupted sessions.
- “Sometimes, the cursor glitches out and causes it to turn into a black box and duplicate itself in the game.”
- “I would recommend this amazing, colorful, time-blowing storyline of a game, but the problem is that every time you hit the save and continue button or load a save, it freezes. I have to restart my whole computer to get out of it, so unless you plan on playing this game all night without shutting it off or saving, you'll never finish it.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as pleasant and contributes positively to the overall experience, making it a favorite among younger players.
- “The bright visuals, the pleasant music, and just the general gameplay made this a favorite for the 9-year-old demozan.”