Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design

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Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Qiiwi Games AB and was released on November 28, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design" is a restaurant simulation game where players help Olivia transform an old mansion into a thriving Hell's Kitchen restaurant. The game combines match-3 puzzles with renovation and design elements, allowing players to unlock new areas, learn new recipes, and customize the restaurant's interior and exterior. As players progress, they'll encounter various characters, including rivals aiming to shut down the business. The ultimate goal is to successfully run the restaurant and build it up to the prestigious Hell's Kitchen standard.

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61%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,780 reviews

graphics40 positive mentions

monetization79 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and challenging experience with a good balance of match-3 gameplay and renovation elements.
Players appreciate the real recipes that can be unlocked throughout the game, adding a unique twist.
The graphics and design options are visually appealing, making the game enjoyable to play.

The game frequently freezes or crashes, especially after watching ads or during loading, leading to frustration.
Many players report that the levels become excessively difficult too quickly, often requiring real money to progress.
There are issues with connectivity, as the game often claims there is no internet connection despite being connected.

monetization
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
3%
92%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming number of ads that frequently freeze or glitch, disrupting gameplay. Many players feel pressured to either watch excessive ads for rewards or spend real money to progress, labeling the game as a "cash grab." While some acknowledge the game's potential, the constant ad interruptions and forced microtransactions have led to frustration and negative reviews.
- “Had an issue with not receiving in-app purchases, even in this pandemic it was sorted within 12 hours!!”
- “Love it, very fun game and no ads!”
- “Great game but my in-app purchase was not honored, so I wasted my money.”
- “More and more predatory microtransactions and demanding events that are a waste of time.”
- “The game would be fun but each level is almost impossible to pass without spending a lot of coins or watching ads to get extra powerups.”
- “You either have to pay to get the boosts or play the level endlessly and watch endless ads just to be able to move on.”
graphics
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
31%
13%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "great" and "original in art style," while others criticize them as "mediocre," "subpar," or "horrible." Many users appreciate the visual design and character aesthetics, but there are frequent mentions of slow load times and dated graphics that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some players find the graphics enjoyable and fitting, a significant number express a desire for improvements.
- “Graphics are amazing and great selection of items to choose from.”
- “Great graphics, cute story line, easy controls and easy tasks so far.”
- “I love the graphics and getting the recipes!”
- “The graphics are mediocre at best and the load times are around 10 seconds every time I beat a level or play a new one.”
- “This game could be really fun and catchy, but the graphics during gameplay are the worst.”
- “Graphics are terrible; I don't enjoy having to watch characters slowly walk across the screen for 30 seconds that you can't skip, takes forever to load, and design choices are terrible.”
stability
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with frequent freezing issues reported by users during gameplay, loading screens, and ad interactions. Many players experience interruptions that lead to lost progress and rewards, prompting frustration and multiple uninstalls. Overall, the game suffers from persistent glitches that detract significantly from the user experience.
- “The game only leads to 90% then freezes there.”
- “Game freezes and kicks me out without warning.”
- “It freezes my screen all the time; I want it to stop freezing my screen.”
story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
62%
7%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and engaging, while others criticize it for being simplistic or drawn out. Many users experienced technical issues that prevented them from progressing beyond the initial storyline, leading to frustration. Overall, while the graphics and concept are appreciated, the execution of the story and its integration with gameplay has left some players disappointed.
- “Challenging but not impossible, and the story is quite enjoyable as well.”
- “The graphics are very original in art style and the story is very interesting.”
- “This is the best game I have ever played because it gives you a story and a game all at once.”
- “Really disappointed, this game looked like so much fun but after I get through the beginning story it doesn't load at all.”
- “The storyline is written as if for the simple-minded and is an insult to one's intelligence.”
- “The character and story don't grab you from the word go.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players enjoying the smooth mechanics and addictive nature, while others criticize long animations, poor graphics, and bugs that hinder the experience. Several users noted similarities to other games, suggesting a lack of originality, and some experienced significant issues after updates that affected their progress. Overall, while there are enjoyable elements, many feel improvements are needed in graphics and controls.
- “Overall, the gameplay is good and I enjoyed the parts I played.”
- “Smooth gameplay, great graphics, plenty of fun.”
- “Addictive gameplay.”
- “The part that puts this below its competition is how long the animation and mechanics take.”
- “But, the gameplay and controls are awful.”
- “The new updated gameplay graphics are awful, please roll the graphics back!”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
60%
20%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the musical score and creativity, while others criticize it for being intrusive and overpowering, especially during key moments like rival encounters. Many users express frustration over the inability to mute the music effectively, leading to disruptions in their audio experience. Overall, while the music has its fans, it is often described as cheesy and poorly integrated into the gameplay.
- “The music is great!”
- “I really love ❤️ this game, the music and the graphics and the creativity.”
- “Also a great musical score!!”
- “If you're listening to music or doing anything else with audio, you're suddenly overpowered by the cheesy 'ominous' music, and there's nothing you can do but pause what you're listening to and skip the dialogue as fast as you can to make him leave.”
- “This game ambushes the player with loud, cheesy music when certain characters appear.”
- “If I set a game to silent, with no music nor sound effects, I expect it to not have sounds!”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with many levels feeling overly difficult and slow-paced, leading to boredom. While some appreciate the customization options, the repetitive nature of gameplay and long loading times detract from the overall experience, making it hard to stay engaged.
- “Had high hopes for the game at first but after a while almost every 2nd level is 'hard' which makes it tedious and boring.”
- “The gameplay is slow and tedious to the point where it nearly puts me to sleep, and the decorating choices are pathetic.”
- “They could make the levels a bit easier so it's not so grindy, but the customization is awesome.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that enhancing the ease and playability of levels would significantly improve the game's replayability, potentially leading to higher satisfaction and ratings.
- “The variety of choices and paths in the game makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “I love how the game encourages multiple runs with different strategies and character builds.”
- “Every time I play, I discover something new, which keeps me coming back for more.”
- “The game lacks variety, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there’s little incentive to replay the game.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes make replaying feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is mixed; while some users report smooth performance, others experience significant lag and frequent freezes, impacting overall enjoyment and progression.
- “Not a bad game; it runs smoothly but takes far too many points to progress.”
- “It's a good idea for a game, but it's really laggy and freezes up a lot. I would give more stars if it ran smoothly.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be a significant highlight, often noting its comedic elements and entertaining scenarios, particularly in the context of building and managing restaurants. The lightheartedness and fun interactions contribute to an enjoyable gaming experience, making it a standout in the role-playing genre.
- “Fun game to play! It's so funny when all the restaurants have closed and I'm building a restaurant. I love it so much; I hope this helps you out!”
- “One of the best role-playing games! It's funny and fun! ”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game has received negative feedback, with users expressing dissatisfaction and a lack of enjoyment regarding its overall ambiance.
- “I don't like the atmosphere of the game.”

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Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design is a casual puzzle game.

Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

On average players spend around 8 hours playing Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design.

Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design was released on November 28, 2019.

Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design was developed by Qiiwi Games AB.

Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Hell's Kitchen: Match & Design is a single player game.

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