Miya's Everyday Joy of Cooking

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"Miya's Everyday Joy of Cooking" is a puzzle game that offers a marvelous story, masterful gameplay, and plenty of humor. The game features spectacular visuals and a delightful soundtrack, but is unfortunately full of bugs and annoyance from ads. Despite these flaws, players can find their everyday happiness in this warm and cute cooking-themed game, which can be highly emotional at times. The game invites players to discover their own everyday joy in its puzzles, as stated in its tagline.

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Play Modes

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

Miya's Everyday Joy of Cooking screenshot

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,100 reviews

graphics132 positive mentions

monetization155 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and a charming art style that enhances the overall experience.
The gameplay is simple and relaxing, making it a great way to unwind after a long day.
The storyline is engaging, with cute mini-stories accompanying each dish, adding depth to the gameplay.

Many players have reported issues with the game freezing or crashing, particularly when trying to download new levels.
The difficulty spikes significantly at higher levels, leading to frustration and reliance on in-game purchases or ads for extra moves.
Some users have experienced problems with the sound, including distortion and lag during gameplay.

graphics
276 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and charm, with many users highlighting the adorable art style and smooth animations that enhance the overall experience. The visuals are described as relaxing and aesthetically pleasing, contributing to a calming gameplay atmosphere. Overall, the game's graphics are a significant draw, making it a delightful choice for players seeking a visually appealing and enjoyable gaming experience.
- “The graphics are amazing, totally what sets it apart from the other games.”
- “The art style is adorable and I love that each dish has their backstory to it!”
- “I love the graphics and everything looks so cute 😍.”
- “Art style is cute but the puzzle gets difficult and seems impossible at times without me having to retry for 20-30 times.”
- “Very simple gameplay & graphics but extremely charming.”
- “Cute artstyle but some levels are barely completable.”
story
210 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its cuteness and heartwarming nature, with many players enjoying the charming backstories associated with each dish. The art style complements the narrative, creating a relaxing and engaging experience, although some players feel the story can become repetitive over time. Overall, the combination of adorable graphics and a light, relatable storyline keeps players invested and entertained.
- “The story is fun to watch and to read; it is simple yet heartwarming.”
- “The art style is adorable, and I love that each dish has its backstory to it!”
- “The story is cute, and so is the art style.”
- “Cons: the story is overly fixated on Miya's obsession with her weight and jealousy of her boyfriend.”
- “When you think you got over those levels but then sike here's the level that you spent most of your power-ups and were forced to watch ads over and over again... the story isn't compelling enough to keep playing.”
- “It's when you enter the game again, the whole beginning story keeps coming and you have to skip every time you enter.”
monetization
182 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is generally viewed as reasonable, with many players appreciating that ads are not intrusive and are often optional, primarily appearing when players seek extra rewards or moves. However, some users express frustration over the frequency of ads, especially in later levels, and the lack of alternative ways to earn in-game currency without watching ads. While some players are willing to watch ads for bonuses, others feel that the game increasingly pushes for ad views as they progress, leading to a mixed reception regarding the overall monetization approach.
- “It's lovely, it has a cute storyline, calming vibe, and despite in-app purchases, you don't necessarily need them to get ahead in the game.”
- “Even if you don't pay for in-game purchases, you can still enjoy the game nonetheless.”
- “This is such a cute and relaxing game, I love that there's no ads and that makes me want to play it even more.”
- “If you change devices after buying the ad removal, the ad removal still shows as being purchased but you get mandatory ads again, and the developer is unresponsive.”
- “But the newest update is bothering me, too many ads, even just to continue to the next stage.”
- “I stopped and uninstalled this game when I got to level 300+ because of the sheer impossibility of finishing such levels, even with the coins and/or watching ads.”
gameplay
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for being easy to understand, fun, and engaging, with a balance of challenge that keeps players interested without becoming overly frustrating. Many users appreciate the cute art style and charming story elements that enhance the overall experience, although some express concerns about the frequency of ads and the simplicity of certain mechanics. Overall, the game is described as relaxing and addictive, making it a delightful choice for casual gaming.
- “Gameplay is simple yet sometimes challenging, making you think your moves through a bit instead of mindlessly tapping.”
- “This game, however, not only has super cute art and animation with little stories, but the gameplay is also fun and challenging at the same time.”
- “The gameplay is easy to understand and simple, but if you want, you can think ahead and plan a strategy.”
- “I download a lot of mobile games, and end up deleting most of them before an hour due to the aggressive ads, and the gameplay basically being non-existent.”
- “I'm sorry to say, but I didn't like the game; it felt like any puzzle-solving game without the charm and more ads compared to certain games. It seemed the developers prioritized the design aspect (drawing animation) over the gameplay, but when you don't really like the animation or find the art interesting, there's not much to do in this game or even like.”
- “I really hate how the mechanics just became reliant on how many tries it takes to finish a level (like a typical match-3 game), instead of actually using my brain to complete a level.”
music
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its cuteness, calming nature, and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many users appreciating the art style and soundtracks. However, several players report significant audio issues, including distortion and glitches, particularly when not using headphones, which detracts from their enjoyment. While some find the music delightful and fitting, others express a desire for improvements or changes due to unsettling sounds.
- “The music, the storyline, the game is quite easy but kinda challenging by the level up, no ads, no bugs, everything runs smoothly!!”
- “From the artwork to the music, you can tell this game was made with care.”
- “The music really adds to the playing experience as well.”
- “But when I play it without headphones, the music is all distorted and almost demonic sounding. I'm on a OnePlus 7 Pro and it works fine with headphones, but without them, the music is all distorted and static.”
- “I can no longer play this game while listening to music because it shuts off my music and kicks me out of the game!”
- “I enjoy this very much, but every time I watch an ad, the music gets distorted and sounds really demonic, I don't know why.”
emotional
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising its heartwarming storyline and adorable art style. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke feelings of warmth and nostalgia, making it a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Overall, the combination of cute graphics and wholesome narratives creates a delightful atmosphere that resonates deeply with players.
- “The art is adorable and the storyline is heartwarming!”
- “The game is so relaxing and the story is so heartwarming.”
- “This is one of the best games I've played, it's clear so much work and love has been put into making it, the stories are heartwarming and I love Nacho!!”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and glitches, particularly when interacting with ads or completing levels. Users report needing to restart the app often, which detracts from the overall enjoyment despite the game's appealing design. There are concerns about a lack of updates to address these persistent problems.
- “The game freezes constantly, and the reward items you get aren't translated.”
- “My only gripe are the glitches when you click an ad to get a couple free turns.”
- “No plans on updates and terribly buggy.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised for its cuteness and hilarity, with players enjoying the funny animations and charming graphics. Many find the comedic elements, including humorous comments and adorable character designs, to be a delightful addition that enhances the overall experience, making it a perfect choice for relaxation and entertainment. Overall, the game's lighthearted and funny nature contributes significantly to its appeal.
- “The animation and design is hilarious but ultimately adorable.”
- “I love puzzle games but I especially adore ones with stories and funny animations to keep you entertained!”
- “It's so cute and funny! It's addictive, funny, and has a sweet story.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly on various devices without bugs or ads. Players appreciate the easy controls and enjoyable gameplay experience, highlighting its performance as a strong point.
- “This game runs smoothly on my phone.”
- “The music, the storyline, the game is quite easy but kinda challenging by the level up, no ads, no bugs, everything runs smoothly!”
- “Easy to control, runs smoothly on Android.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be increasingly tedious over time, with some noting that the reliance on ads can become excessive. Despite this, many still enjoy the gameplay enough to rate it positively.
- “It gets more and more tedious the longer you play, but that's to be expected.”
- “I'm giving it 4/5 stars only because the ads become a little too necessary and a little too tedious for me after a while.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is somewhat enhanced by randomly generated puzzle piece placements, which can lead to forced restarts of levels; however, this mechanic may also result in a frustrating experience that costs players in-game currency and time.
- “Unfortunately, it also suffers from randomly generated puzzle piece placement, which may lead to being forced into restarting a level. This somewhat adds to increased replayability, but at the cost of in-game currency and time.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game significantly enhances the player's mood, creating an immersive experience that deeply influences gameplay.
- “The game's immersive environment truly pulls you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The atmosphere alone changes your mood when playing it.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development is highlighted by its charming art style and adorable character design, which contribute to a visually appealing and engaging experience.