Cooking City - Cooking Games | Game Brain

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"Cooking City - Cooking Games" is an arcade-style game with impressive mechanics and good visuals, but is hindered by annoying ads and numerous bugs. The game offers a humorous and madcap cooking experience in various kitchens, with the goal of becoming a top chef. Its description boasts of fun cooking games to enjoy in kitchens, striving for cooking madness and mastery.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,991 reviews

graphics209 positive mentions

monetization418 negative mentions

monetization
484 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
4%
86%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards like gems and coins, the frequency and intrusiveness of these ads often lead to a negative gaming experience, with complaints about crashes and the necessity of in-app purchases to progress. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the overwhelming presence of ads is a significant drawback for many players.
- “This is an offline game and so gorgeous and no ads, so I like this game very much.”
- “I love this game so much, no ads on it.”
- “It's great and no ads at all, I hope you find this helpful.”
- “The game itself is alright, but you are doing too much with these ads.”
- “It's a fun game but lots of ads and the 'don't serve the wrong food' levels are annoying because sometimes when you click on a condiment it doesn't add and then you lose.”
- “This game is making tons of money on ads, and making levels impossible to beat without gems.”
graphics
256 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
16%
2%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, detail, and functionality, often described as exceptional and above average compared to similar titles. Many users appreciate the vibrant visuals and smooth animations, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, some players have noted inconsistencies, such as issues following updates that affected the graphics quality, and a few have expressed that while the graphics are good, they do not compensate for other gameplay frustrations.
- “The graphics and animation are very good and that definitely makes it stand out among similar games.”
- “Amazing game with beautiful graphics.”
- “The graphics are exceptional.”
- “Now after updating, the graphics and layout suck.”
- “Graphics only one star.”
- “The graphics are awful and the game is too boring.”
stability
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
2%
94%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during critical moments like starting levels or claiming rewards. Many players express frustration over having to restart the game repeatedly due to these issues, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some users note that the game is fun and engaging, the persistent technical problems have led to a decline in ratings and a willingness to uninstall the game.
- “I'm actually quite enjoying this game; it doesn't have that many ads, no glitches, everything is cool.”
- “Quick loading and no glitches, great entertainment 😀.”
- “I love this game; there are no glitches in it.”
- “Game is good, but there is a constant bug where the game freezes when you're about to start a level, so you would have to exit the game entirely and it's getting on my nerves.”
- “I really enjoy the idea of the game, but I won't be playing anymore due to the glitches when it comes to serving the food for me.”
- “The game freezes up too much... I would have given you a 5 star rating if it weren't for this issue.”
humor
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
7%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated by players, with many describing it as "very funny" and enjoyable. Users find the comedic elements engaging, contributing to the overall fun experience, although some mention that the humor can diminish as the game becomes more challenging. Overall, the game is seen as a lighthearted and entertaining option, particularly suitable for children.
- “I love this game; it's so funny!”
- “This game is so funny; it's the funniest game I've ever played! 😍😍😂💖💖💖💖💝💞💜”
- “It's funny to play games.”
- “It's the worst... without paying money, this is not funny.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the humor is stale and unoriginal.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
26%
11%
The gameplay is generally praised for being fun, addictive, and fast-paced, with colorful graphics and a variety of restaurants that enhance the experience. However, many users express frustration with frequent ads and microtransactions that disrupt gameplay, as well as occasional technical issues like freezing. Overall, while the mechanics are reminiscent of other cooking games, the unique elements and smooth controls contribute to a positive reception.
- “The gameplay is amazing and the graphics are beautiful!!”
- “It's got good graphics, the gameplay is awesome and fast-paced.”
- “Hello magic seven, I love your game! I was looking for a decent cooking game and this game is so cool: great graphics and smooth gameplay, variety of restaurants in-game.”
- “Gameplay is addictive, but it's super annoying to keep playing when you get bombarded with in-game and other app ads every two seconds.”
- “While reminiscent of a lot of other apps, such as Cooking Fever, Crazy Cooking, Hot Cooking, and so on, its mechanics play very much the same, which is to cook the food as fast as you can and don't lose customers.”
- “I was having fun but then after every level you get an offer that disrupts gameplay, and after choosing not to watch ads, they're then forced on you without rewards.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
The game's story is described as engaging and fun, with players enjoying the various missions and challenges, particularly the "collect likes" mission. However, some users express frustration with the timing mechanics, which can hinder progress and lead to repeated failures, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, many find the game enjoyable and entertaining, with a whimsical narrative that keeps them coming back.
- “It is a super game and it will not be boring at all playing. I have been playing it for 2 months and its daily challenges and missions are so exciting. Totally, the game is awesome; it's my favorite, thanks!”
- “The most enjoyable game, but I will give only 4 stars because the castle story game is the best in the world. I like the castle story game because I am also a princess, and my name is Anshika, 9 years old. My kingdom name is Hinderland, and please come to my kingdom.”
- “This game is really, really good! It's a lot of fun to play when I have a lot of the boosters and gems; they help a lot in my quest. Like I said before, it's really, really good!”
- “Played through until the 3rd location and then after 40 tries to pass multiple levels, I uninstalled the game. They are beat the clock challenges that the customers just don't come fast enough to complete the mission.”
- “For instance, in the 'collect likes' mission, if you manage to finish the customer order just at the last second, it won't collect their like; the timer starts before the customers arrive - they might even take 5 to 7 seconds to appear - and in timed missions, the customers stop coming and you have to wait precious seconds for them to arrive.”
- “It can only make one at a time and instantly lose because the mission is to not lose or get below the heart level to have a happy customer.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for being enjoyable, catchy, and well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience without being distracting. Players appreciate its detail and find it adds to the fun and challenge of the game, although some express a desire for an option to mute it. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Very enjoyable, challenging, the music is meticulous in its detail, not annoying or distracting.”
- “Wonderful game with good music.”
- “The music is refreshing.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; while some players appreciate that it is less grindy compared to other cooking games, others find it excessively repetitive and feel that significant progress often requires real money investment. Overall, the experience can be enjoyable for some, but it may lead to frustration for those unwilling to pay.
- “Too much grinding unless you want to pay to play.”
- “This is a good game for a start, but you can only progress after a while if you pay for gems with real money. After a while, the game gets tediously repetitive and not worth spending more and more real money for this stuff.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its impressive graphics and smooth performance on some devices; however, there are reports of forced stops and negative experiences from other users regarding performance issues.
- “It has awesome graphics and performance.”
- “It's good; it runs smoothly on my phone, and the graphics and designs are really good too.”
- “I have read many negative reviews regarding performance and optimization issues. I will admit that I've experienced some forced stops.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system, and I've had to lower the graphics settings significantly just to get a stable frame rate.”
- “Despite having a high-end PC, I still encounter frequent lag and crashes, which makes the game nearly unplayable.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, with some expressing that it can evoke strong feelings, such as sadness, particularly at certain levels. The emotional stakes are highlighted by the potential loss of customers, which adds a layer of pressure that can lead to intense experiences. Overall, the game successfully connects with players on an emotional level, making it a memorable experience.
- “Was enjoying the game till level 23 made me cry.”
- “You have to be quick in your work; otherwise, you'll lose customers. I can see the game is perfect; it is dope, and the customers might get too emotional and leave you. That way, you won't have enough coins to buy more stuff, so just work hard. Download this app; it is perfect. I hope you enjoy it. Thank you.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players highlight the game's high replayability due to the abundance of levels available, all of which are completable, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “There are literally so many levels to go through, all of which are beatable so far, making it very replayable.”
- “The variety of choices and paths you can take ensures that each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and unlockable content, I find myself coming back for more every time.”