Delicious - Cooking and Romance
- November 3, 2023
- SQRT3
Get on SteamYour favorite Snuggford family is back in town! Join Emily and her crew on their latest culinary adventure in a brand-new time management cooking game! Get ready for some 'Delicious' fun that will leave you hungry for more! Exciting news hits the small town of Snuggford when Hollywood movie producers select the town as the setting for their upcoming romantic comedy. While Emily's loved ones c…
Reviews
- The game retains the charm of the Delicious series, providing a wholesome story and enjoyable characters.
- Gameplay is challenging and requires strategic upgrades to achieve high scores, making it engaging for fans of the time management genre.
- The minigames and new mechanics introduced in this installment are well-received and add variety to the gameplay.
- The writing, particularly the dialogue of Paige and her friends, feels forced and unnatural, relying heavily on outdated youth slang.
- Animations and graphics appear slower and less polished compared to previous installments, detracting from the overall experience.
- The story feels rushed and lacks the unique charm of earlier games, with repetitive menu items and similar restaurant designs.
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it a bit silly yet enjoyable, particularly appreciating the focus on characters like Paige and Angela rather than the main character, Emily. While the time skip between installments was initially jarring, many found the narrative engaging and the character animations well-executed, contributing to an overall wholesome experience.
“You cannot picture how happy I was to see this pop up and then playing it, seeing it's still as enjoyable as ever, wholesome in story and characters.”
“It took a few levels to get used to the extra animations of the characters and the guests, but the story and the mechanics were very well made, and it was cool that you had to hunt Carl in every level.”
“The story focuses so much on Paige that it feels unavoidable.”
“In the game, the story was more about Emily’s sister Angela and Emily’s daughter Paige than about Emily.”
“The story is a bit silly to me, but I still like it.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features well-crafted mechanics and an engaging story, though some players find the new puppet-like character animations and sound effects detract from the overall satisfaction. Despite initial adjustments to the changes, many still appreciate the gameplay, particularly the unique objective of hunting Carl in each level.
“It took a few levels to get used to the extra animations of the characters and the guests, but the story and the mechanics were very well made. It was cool that you had to hunt Carl in every level.”
“But I still liked the gameplay.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game features some tracks that are reused from previous installments, which may evoke nostalgia for returning players but could also feel repetitive for those seeking fresh compositions.
“Some of the music in the game is recycled from previous titles.”
“The soundtrack lacks originality and feels repetitive.”
“The music doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it less immersive.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that the graphics appear to be slower, suggesting potential performance issues that may affect the overall visual experience.
“The graphics seem outdated and lack detail.”
“The textures are low resolution and look blurry.”
“The overall visual presentation feels unpolished and uninspired.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game can be frustrating, especially when attempting to collect all items or complete objectives, leading to a repetitive experience.
“It gets a little frustrating at times and can get grindy if you're trying to get everything.”
“The constant need to grind for resources makes the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which really took away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its wholesome story and characters that evoke happiness and nostalgia, making the experience enjoyable and fulfilling.
“You cannot picture how happy I was to see this pop up and then playing it, seeing it's still as enjoyable as ever, wholesome in story and characters.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making every moment feel impactful and memorable.”
“I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it tugged at my heartstrings and left a lasting impression.”
