Rolling Hills: Make Sushi, Make Friends

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 105 reviews
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In "Rolling Hills: Make Sushi, Make Friends" , players step into the role of a Sushi Bot with a dream of becoming a renowned chef. Running a local sushi shop in Rolling Hills, they'll craft delicious sushi, gather fresh ingredients, and form friendships with the townsfolk in this life simulation and restaurant management game. Building relationships and mastering sushi-making will help turn the town into a culinary hotspot.

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Reviews

90%
Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews
story12 positive mentions
grinding7 negative mentions
  • The game is incredibly cute and charming, with a delightful art style and a cozy atmosphere that makes it enjoyable to play.
  • It offers a relaxing gameplay experience, allowing players to engage in simple tasks like serving sushi and decorating their restaurant without the stress of time management.
  • The story and character interactions are sweet, providing a light-hearted narrative that adds to the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, as players do not actually cook but simply serve pre-made sushi from a conveyor belt.
  • Many players feel that the game is too simple and lacks engaging mechanics, leading to a feeling of boredom after a short period of play.
  • The character interactions and friendship-building aspects are seen as superficial, with NPCs lacking personality and meaningful dialogue.
  • story42 mentions

    The game's story is generally well-received, described as charming, engaging, and filled with humor, though some players find it predictable and simple. While the narrative progresses through character interactions and side quests, the gameplay can become repetitive, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience. Despite its lulls, many appreciate the creativity and detail in the story, which enhances the cozy atmosphere of running a restaurant and building friendships.

    • “Such a cute game with a good storyline :) highly recommend.”
    • “The story is engaging.”
    • “I love that there is a story and being able to run a restaurant while making friends with the people in town!”
    • “It can get a little boring to repeatedly complete daily tasks and serve sushi as you try to rank up to get more story, which is ostensibly the goal of the game.”
    • “Really wanted to love this game, but I second other reviews saying it's boring: the map is super small, the lines with the NPCs are just not engaging (I started skipping them super fast when I grow our relationships), the rewards for growing the relationships are really not that great, and the gameplay is boring, especially the quest to get to level 15... it never ends.”
    • “The story seems a bit predictable, but I am willing to see where it goes.”
  • gameplay30 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a simple and casual loop that can become repetitive over time, with some players finding it boring due to a lack of engaging mechanics and small map size. While there are enjoyable elements like upgrading and organic task connections, the grind for resources and slow progression can detract from the overall experience. However, many appreciate the cozy atmosphere and the balance of difficulty, suggesting that the game may appeal to those seeking a relaxing gaming experience.

    • “The gameplay difficulty is perfectly balanced for those cozy vibes.”
    • “I also enjoy the lack of a timer outside of shifts, how the tasks connect to one another to advance the plot pretty organically, and I enjoy the mechanics used for upgrading my sushi and friendships~ looking forward to playing more!”
    • “If you're looking for a charming and relaxing game with beautiful design and an addictive gameplay loop, give it a try.”
    • “I do have to admit the gameplay did get stale after a bit and I never finished it.”
    • “Really wanted to love this game, but I second other reviews saying it's boring: the map is super small, the lines with the NPCs are just not engaging, the rewards for growing the relationships are really not that great, and the gameplay is boring, especially the quest to get to level 15... it never ends.”
    • “There's dirty table and customers falling asleep mechanics to add a bit of challenge, but these are just annoying.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and cute art style, with many users appreciating the detailed design of characters, recipes, and environments. The overall vibe is described as chill, and the game runs smoothly on various platforms, enhancing the visual experience. However, some players express a desire for more diversity in body types within the art style.

    • “The graphics are amazingly adorable and run perfectly on my Steam Deck.”
    • “The game design is amazingly detailed, from the artwork of the recipes, furniture, and ingredients to the characters.”
    • “The art style is so cute, and I’d love to see more body types represented in it.”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly when aiming for higher levels and achievements, such as reaching restaurant level 20. While the gameplay remains enjoyable and offers fresh content through story progression, the repetitive nature of grinding can detract from the overall experience, especially for those seeking more diverse activities like farming or mini-quests.

    • “The gameplay is relatively simple and easy; there's enough story and new things you unlock through story progression that keeps it feeling fresh, but it can feel a tiny bit monotonous and grindy in some aspects.”
    • “Overall, a really fun game, even though getting to level 20 for the last achievement was a little tedious.”
    • “Grinding all the way to level 20 is just painful, and the only reason that I’m doing so is to get the whole $15 worth out of this game.”
  • emotional7 mentions

    The game is described as a super cute and wholesome experience, perfect for players seeking relaxation rather than intense emotional engagement. While the NPCs lack depth, the overall vibe is cozy and enjoyable, with hidden gameplay depth that adds to its charm. It effectively combines elements of games like Animal Crossing and Overcooked for a fun, stress-free experience.

    • “I would recommend this game to anyone who needs something relaxing and wholesome to play.”
    • “If you wanted a cross between Animal Crossing and Overcooked that just lets you relax, serve some sushi, and have a wholesome time, you’ve found your game!”
    • “It's cozy and wholesome, as expected, but contrary to a couple of reviewer opinions, there is a ton of hidden depth and an addictive gameplay loop if you love upgrading games.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is described as super cute and upbeat, enhancing the overall experience with its charming audio. Players appreciate the dynamic change in music at the end of the day, which adds an engaging layer to gameplay, making it enjoyable even during multitasking.

    • “The music is super cute, and the sounds and audio are great.”
    • “A really helpful thing for this strategy is that the music changes when the day ends, so I grinded the last 2.5 levels this way while doing some work on my PC.”
    • “For starters, it is very cute! I love the little robot face, the art style, and the upbeat music.”
    • “The music changes when the day ends, which was really helpful for grinding the last 2.5 levels while I was working on my PC.”
    • “The upbeat music is enjoyable, but it can become repetitive after a while.”
    • “While the art style is cute, the music lacks variety and can get annoying during long play sessions.”
  • character development2 mentions

    While the game features charming character designs, it falls short in strong character development and writing, leaving players wanting more depth in the characters' narratives.

    • “Where the game lacks strong character development or writing, it sure does make up for it with charm!”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a cozy and charming environment, featuring a variety of sushi recipes and decorations that allow players to create a personalized small-town sushi shop. This adds a delightful and inviting ambiance, perfect for engaging with the robot chef.

    • “Very cozy, cute atmosphere and lots of charm.”
    • “Seems to have a decent variety of both sushi recipes and decorations that offer the ability to create the perfect custom small town sushi shop with the atmosphere that is just right for your robot chef!”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users generally feel that the game's replayability is lacking, with some expressing that they do not find enough value to warrant starting the game over.

  • stability1 mentions

    The game is generally stable but has occasional minor bugs, particularly with controller input, which can be unresponsive for brief moments.

    • “Super cute, but it's a little buggy. Occasionally, the controller ignores input for a second or two.”
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10hMedian play time
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