Clash of Chefs VR

This is an excellent VR title for newcomers and VR veterans alike, with pickup and play action, and a well-paced challenge throughout. Hopefully we’ll see additional content expansion post launch to help keep our food fight fresh, but Clash of Chefs VR is fun for the whole foodie family.

78%Game Brain Score

humor, replayability

gameplay, optimization

80% User Score Based on 130 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

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Clash of Chefs VR is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Flat Hill Games and was released on September 16, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Clash of Chefs VR" is a competitive cooking game that challenges you to cook orders and serve customers in timed levels. Hone your skills in single player with 80 levels across four unique restaurants, or compete against other chefs online. The game features realistic cooking simulations with ingredients like sizzling bacon and sloshing drinks, requiring speed and precision to master.

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Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

gameplay8 negative mentions

The game is fun and offers a unique VR cooking experience that can be very entertaining, especially in multiplayer mode.
The variety of food types and the fast-paced gameplay provide a satisfying challenge, making it enjoyable for those who like cooking games.
The developers are responsive and have added new content, which shows promise for future updates and improvements.

The controls can be finicky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially when trying to pick up or interact with items.
There are significant bugs and performance issues, particularly in multiplayer mode, which can make the game unplayable at times.
The game lacks depth and replayability, with limited content and no upgrades or evolving gameplay mechanics, making it feel repetitive.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
The gameplay has been criticized for its limited content and simplistic mechanics, leading to a lack of replayability, especially in multiplayer mode. Users report frustrating performance issues and clunky controls, which detract from the overall experience. Many feel that the game appears abandoned by developers, with core mechanics needing significant improvement to enhance enjoyment.
- “This completely ruins gameplay for me, with constant bad scores and having to redo the scenario all over again.”
- “Unfortunately, with performance issues and some clunky control mechanics, this just becomes frustrating to play after a while.”
- “Sadly, the core game mechanics need some desperate attention before I would even consider touching anything else.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some users noting improvements in multiplayer performance, particularly regarding framerate issues. However, many players report persistent performance problems and clunky controls that lead to frustration, suggesting that the game struggles to maintain a smooth experience over time. Overall, while there are some optimizations, significant performance issues remain a concern for many players.
- “They also optimized the game so fries are no longer a disaster in multiplayer.”
- “Unfortunately, the videos do not set realistic expectations and performance issues plague this game.”
- “This gradual loss in performance gets to a point where the game is sickening.”
- “Unfortunately, with performance issues and some clunky control mechanics, this just becomes frustrating to play after a while.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Job Simulator" is minimal, focusing primarily on a series of 30 missions that gradually increase in difficulty. While some players appreciate the lighthearted and humorous approach, others find the narrative lacking, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience.
- “The 20 single player missions might last you a few hours.”
- “Single player features 30 missions (if I recall correctly) that slowly increase in difficulty.”
- “Anyway, when I first got my Quest, I picked up Job Simulator, largely because of how universally loved it seemed to be, but after about 45 minutes, I submitted my first ever refund request.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for being visually appealing and well-suited to the game's style, with a pleasing color palette that minimizes glare. However, some users report issues with framerate, indicating that while the graphics are good for a basic game, performance could be improved, especially in multiplayer scenarios.
- “It's graphically pleasing to the eye, and with the color palette, I didn't get much glare through the lenses.”
- “Graphics are good for its own thing; multiplayer would be fun if it worked.”
- “I do struggle with the framerate as it's a very basic graphic game, like Job Simulator.”
- “First off, the graphics are well done for a game with this play style.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its wacky controls and chaotic interactions, leading to amusing moments like throwing objects and spraying ketchup. Players find themselves laughing and enjoying the lightheartedness, making it a fitting experience for VR.
- “The controls can be a tad wacky, but it is never a game changer—just funny stuff.”
- “Before long, I was throwing things around, spraying ketchup everywhere, and swearing and laughing in equal measure!”
- “Funny and well-suited for VR.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's replayability due to the variety of restaurant options available, allowing for multiple playthroughs and different experiences.
- “There are a few restaurant options to choose from, so it offers plenty of replay value.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the need to repeatedly restart levels to achieve perfect scores, which can be frustrating when bugs occur. Despite this, some still view the pursuit of perfection as a rewarding challenge.
- “It felt extremely tedious to keep restarting the level whenever it bugged out, to attempt to get a perfect score, which is what makes the game fun and rewarding for me.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overshadowed by significant issues with the core mechanics, leading players to feel frustrated and disengaged. Many reviewers express that until these fundamental problems are addressed, they find it difficult to connect with the game's emotional narrative.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that while there are occasional glitches, they are generally minor and do not significantly impact gameplay.