Katy and Bob: Safari Cafe

About

In Katy and Bob: Safari Cafe, players help Katy and Bob set up a safari-themed cafe in Singapore with the help of their realtor. Along the way, they'll learn about different coffee brewing techniques and encounter various challenges to keep their business running smoothly. The game is a time management simulation with vibrant graphics and a focus on efficient restaurant management.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

music6 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game is a fun and easy time management experience, making it great for casual players or beginners.
It features colorful and cartoony graphics, along with enjoyable music that enhances the gameplay.
Katy and Bob: Safari Cafe is a good game for passing time, providing a relaxing yet moderately stimulating experience.

The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks significant challenge, making it less engaging for experienced players.
There are long periods of waiting for customers, which can lead to boredom during gameplay.
The game has no cloud saves, requiring players to start over if they uninstall and reinstall, which can be frustrating.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
73%
14%
The game's graphics are characterized by simple, cartoony 2D visuals that some players find charming, while others criticize them as outdated and reminiscent of low-effort mobile apps. Despite a colorful aesthetic, the lack of resolution options and graphical tweaks detracts from the overall experience, especially for PC gamers accustomed to higher-quality visuals. While there are improvements compared to previous iterations, the graphics still fall short of expectations for a modern PC game.
- “A graphically beautiful little game.”
- “+ colorful and cartoony character models and artwork”
- “The visual graphic in this game is pretty decent.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “The game features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low effort mobile apps.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The story in this game is generally perceived as bland and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it feels like an afterthought compared to the first installment. While there are some moral themes present, such as perseverance, the overall narrative fails to leave a lasting impression and is considered straightforward and unchallenging.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Thank you for the game and the advancement of the story line!!!”
- “The first game (Katy and Bob: Way Back Home) was far more challenging and had a bit more story line.”
- “There is no substantial story.”
- “So, the story itself in this game is pretty blandly straightforward.”
- “This may not be your cup of tea as the story in this game really does not leave much of an impression.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The music in the game is described as relaxing and enjoyable, featuring endearing safari-themed soundtracks and engaging sound effects. Players appreciate the upbeat and fun nature of the music, which enhances their overall experience without becoming monotonous.
- “I really enjoyed reading the comics, having fun with the safari and listening to the fun soundtracks.”
- “Fun music that doesn't bore.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Furthermore, the safari-themed soundtracks are quite endearing and the sound effects are pretty much on-point.”
- “It has happy music too!”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
The gameplay in "K&B Safari Cafe" features well-developed mechanics but suffers from repetitive and tedious elements, with a lackluster narrative and shallow character depth. In contrast, "Way Back Home" offers a more engaging experience that intensifies as players progress, making it more enjoyable than the slower-paced gameplay of Safari Cafe.
- “I found the basic mechanics of K&B Safari Cafe to be well developed.”
- “It's a game that manages to combine the tediousness of repetitive gameplay with a narrative that's as thin as tracing paper, and characters whose depth is comparable to a puddle.”
- “While Way Back Home became more and more frenetic as you played, the highest scoring gameplay in Safari Cafe requires a lot of doing nothing for long periods, which is much less fun and becomes repetitive much faster.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with a lack of engaging narrative and character development. Reviewers describe the experience as shallow and unexciting, making it difficult to stay invested.
- “It's a game that manages to combine the tediousness of repetitive gameplay with a narrative that's as thin as tracing paper, and characters whose depth is comparable to a puddle.”
- “It's a tedious, shallow experience that lacks the depth, excitement, and character development necessary for a truly engaging game.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Character development in Katy and Bob is criticized for being tedious and shallow, lacking the depth and excitement needed to create an engaging experience for players. Overall, it fails to deliver meaningful growth or complexity in its characters.
- “The character development of Katy and Bob leaves much to be desired.”
- “It's a tedious, shallow experience that lacks the depth, excitement, and character development necessary for a truly engaging game.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, with users reporting no glitches or issues such as unregistered clicks during gameplay. Players have noted a smooth experience throughout their sessions, indicating improvements over previous titles.
- “No glitches encountered in the three hours it took to complete.”
- “No glitches found in the three or so hours it took to complete.”
- “It doesn't have glitches or unregistered clicks like the previous one.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly and allowing for easy pick-up-and-play sessions, making it enjoyable for both short and extended gameplay.
- “It's a fun game that runs smoothly and it's easy to pick up and play for short sessions.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Many users feel that the game lacks sufficient replayability, with several suggesting that the addition of an expert mode could enhance the experience and encourage multiple playthroughs.
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The monetization model of "Katy & Bob: Safari Cafe" is praised for being free of microtransactions, setting it apart from many other time management games that often rely heavily on such practices. Players appreciate the clean interface and responsive user experience, making it an appealing choice for fans of the genre.
- “Great for those who are looking for a game like the first Diner Dash. Better than most time management games as they are filled with microtransactions. Katy & Bob: Safari Cafe is completely clean, and the UI is pretty responsive and easy to use.”