Selera Nusantara: Chef Story

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"Selera Nusantara: Chef Story" is a Simulation game that allows you to prepare, cook, and serve delicious Indonesian cuisine. With its intriguing story, good gameplay, and awesome visuals, it provides an immersive experience for players. However, the game is disturbed by ads, which can be frustrating for some. Overall, it's a great game for foodies and simulation enthusiasts alike.

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Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,082 reviews

story67 positive mentions

monetization87 negative mentions

The game features a charming story and beautiful graphics that showcase Indonesian cuisine, making it visually appealing and culturally enriching.
Gameplay is simple and easy to understand, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling overwhelmed, while still providing a fun challenge.
The game is free to play with minimal ads, and players appreciate the variety of dishes and the engaging storyline that keeps them hooked.

There are frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, which can be frustrating for players looking for a smoother experience.
Some players have reported bugs that cause progress to be lost or levels to be unplayable, leading to dissatisfaction with the game's reliability.
The gameplay can become repetitive, requiring players to grind for keys to unlock new chapters, which may lead to boredom over time.

story
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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2%
The game's story is generally described as charming and engaging, with many players appreciating its cultural references, particularly to Southeast Asian cuisine. While some find the narrative reminiscent of melodramatic soap operas, leading to mixed feelings about its depth and originality, others enjoy the character backgrounds and the overall simplicity of the plot. Despite some critiques regarding repetitiveness and pacing, the story adds a layer of enjoyment that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “I have just finished level 5 but I was already reeled in by the simple yet charming story, not to mention the fulfilling visuals.”
- “The story is really good, it matches with Indonesian culture as well as the animation is good.”
- “The story makes this game more enjoyable, very recommended.”
- “The background story is nonsense and stupid; the gameplay is okay to kill time.”
- “I like it at first, but the storyline is too depressing and repetitive; I feel like watching an extremely cliché soap opera.”
- “I uninstall the game as Siska's story is so depressing.”
monetization
93 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
94%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant presence of ads, often appearing after every level or mission. While some users find the ads bearable due to their short duration, others express frustration over the frequency and the inability to skip them easily. In-game purchases are available, but players generally feel that a premium option to remove ads would enhance their experience.
- “There's in-game purchases but so far, no levels that require players to pay to win.”
- “I think you should make a premium version for no ads and additional features.”
- “Tapi kurang dari segi profit karena beda sama yang awal makin mahal gitu tapi sedikit hasilnya, satu hal lagi aku udah beli no ads di device lain, terus aku mau pake device yang sekarang juga.”
- “This game forces you to watch ads every single stage.”
- “I think the ads are too many; after completing the missions, there are ads. Please reduce the ads so you are comfortable when playing, that's all my advice.”
- “Wanted to play it, but got fed up by ads at the end of every level.”
gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
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14%
The gameplay is generally described as simple and easy to understand, with a tapping mechanic that suits casual play. While some players find it repetitive and occasionally laggy, many appreciate the engaging storyline and cultural elements, which enhance the overall experience. The graphics and user interface are well-received, contributing to a fun and addictive gameplay atmosphere, despite some technical issues and mixed feelings about the narrative depth.
- “The mechanics are easy to understand, and it's just the perfect amount of difficulty I'm looking for.”
- “I love the game, beautiful and delicious looking foods, very nice stories, and fun gameplay. Good job!”
- “Beautiful story, fun gameplay, a touch of culture!”
- “The background story is nonsense and stupid; the gameplay is okay to kill time.”
- “I have reached the Warung Padang chapter so far; the gameplay is quite repetitive and kind of boring, but I really love the storyline and the illustration.”
- “The story is really intense at some parts; the gameplay is okay, but it gets a bit too repetitive.”
graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
36%
7%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their charm and quality, with many users highlighting the beautiful artwork and realistic visuals, particularly in relation to food representation. Players appreciate the simple yet engaging design, which complements the gameplay and storyline, making it visually appealing and enjoyable. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's addictive nature and user experience.
- “I have just finished level 5 but I was already reeled in by the simple yet charming story, not to mention the fulfilling visuals.”
- “Love this game, the graphics are realistic!”
- “Great and beautiful graphics, challenging sometimes, entertaining at next.”
- “The pop up ads are annoying and the graphics are so-so.”
- “Story neat, gameplay neat, ads experience not so bad (you can't play this game offline), graphics just enough, p2w?”
- “Love this game, graphics are real looking!”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently praise the game's humor, highlighting it as a key factor in keeping them entertained and engaged. The comedic elements are described as both funny and enjoyable, contributing to an overall positive experience.
- “This is so funny and cool.”
- “It is so funny, and I'm not bored anymore.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with frequent bugs and instances of freezing that disrupt gameplay.
- “Also, it's buggy.”
- “Sometimes it freezes.”
- “Sometimes it freezes.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's quality but express frustration over the excessive grinding required to experience its diverse food offerings, finding it tedious and time-consuming.
- “The game itself is good, but it sucks that you need a tedious amount of time to experience the variety of food it offers.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game features a fun and heartwarming storyline that resonates emotionally with players, despite some characters, like Renata, being reminiscent of typical telenovela tropes, such as the evil sister. Overall, it offers an engaging and accessible experience that evokes positive feelings.
- “The game features a heartwarming storyline that is both fun and emotionally engaging.”
- “The characters are relatable and evoke a strong emotional response, making the experience memorable.”
- “The narrative is filled with moments that tug at your heartstrings, creating a deep emotional connection.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
- “The game's optimization is a complete mess; I experience constant frame drops and stuttering, even on high-end hardware.”
- “I can't believe how poorly optimized this game is. It feels like it was rushed out the door without any real testing.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the optimization is so bad that it ruins the overall experience. I expected better performance.”