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Shokudo Underworld

92%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
grinding, story
92% User Score Based on 88 reviews

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"Shokudo Underworld" is a restaurant management simulation game with a unique twist: you run a sushi restaurant in a mysterious otherworldly setting, serving dishes made from cute monster-derived ingredients. The game features a 2.5D atmosphere with charming hand-drawn art, and the ultimate goal is to unlock the legendary Chawanmushi dish. Satisfy a wide range of customer tastes and grow your business through various upgrades.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
grinding13 negative mentions
  • The game is incredibly cute and fun, with charming graphics and a delightful atmosphere that makes it enjoyable to play.
  • It offers a simple and straightforward gameplay loop that is perfect for relaxing and de-stressing, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.
  • The unique recipes and imaginative ingredients add a creative twist to the restaurant management genre, keeping the experience engaging.
  • The game is quite short, with many players finishing it in around 4-5 hours, leaving them wanting more content and a sense of closure.
  • Progression can feel grindy and repetitive, as players often find themselves stuck in a loop of gathering ingredients and serving dishes without much variation.
  • Controller support is lacking, making it difficult for players who rely on controllers to navigate the game effectively, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a simple and repetitive loop that involves gathering, waiting, and serving, which some players find relaxing while others see it as a design flaw due to its brevity. The adorable art style complements the stress-free mechanics, making it suitable for casual play, though some users suggest that adding more story elements could enhance the experience. Overall, while the gameplay can feel grindy and lacks depth, it appeals to those who enjoy a laid-back gaming experience.

    • “The art style is absolutely adorable, and the gameplay strikes a perfect balance between being challenging and frustration-free—I really love it.”
    • “The main gameplay loop was fun without being grindy, as it was fairly straightforward to obtain both the yen and the XP needed in a timely fashion to proceed to the next part of the game.”
    • “The artwork is adorable and the game mechanics aren't stress-inducing at all, so it's a perfect game to play if you want to kick back, relax, and feed some little underworld ghost.”
    • “Despite my cons for the game, I recommend this game to other people that like this type of gameplay loop and do not mind the stress from a time crunch.”
    • “It's very simple gameplay and can feel repetitive, but I think that's the point.”
    • “Repeating the same thing over and over again, especially when the gameplay loop is short, I think is a bad thing from a game design perspective.”
  • graphics
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their adorable and clean art style, featuring a charming hand-drawn aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the creative design elements and relaxing visuals, which contribute to an enjoyable and stress-free gameplay atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are described as lovely and engaging, making the game visually appealing and immersive.

    • “The graphics are lovely, as is the soundtrack, and it's something I can get lost in for hours playing.”
    • “The art style is absolutely adorable, and the gameplay strikes a perfect balance between being challenging and frustration-free—I really love it.”
    • “Great hand-drawn aesthetic and humor.”
  • grinding
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is frequently criticized for being repetitive and tedious, particularly at the beginning. While some players find that learning recipes allows for a more focused approach to progression, mitigating the grind, others feel that the overall experience is hindered by the excessive grinding required. Despite its cute aesthetic and potential for enjoyable gameplay, many reviews highlight that the grind can detract from the fun.

    • “It's the same thing over and over, with a super grindy progression.”
    • “A cute game with potential for a fun gameplay loop, but is stymied by grinding and poor balance.”
    • “You're met by a deity, kamisama, a cute fox who puts you to work in their sushi shokudo…yeesh even in the afterlife they got you grinding away the minute you float through the door :)”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its loveliness and ability to enhance the immersive experience, with players noting that it can keep them engaged for hours. However, some users mention that the single soundtrack can become repetitive over time.

    • “The graphics are lovely, as is the soundtrack, and it's something I can get lost in for hours playing.”
    • “Music is lovely, and the graphics are fun and clean.”
    • “Music is lovely, and the graphics are fun and clean.”
    • “There is only one soundtrack to listen to, and it gets repetitive after a while.”
    • “The music is limited to just one track, which becomes monotonous quickly.”
    • “With only a single soundtrack available, the music feels repetitive and dull over time.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is minimal, featuring a brief animated scene that introduces the plot and sets the player's goal of creating the legendary chawanmushi. Reviewers suggest that additional story elements could enhance the gameplay experience by providing more context and engagement between game loops.

    • “There is a short animated scene that shows the plot, and we are given a goal to create the legendary chawanmushi at the beginning of the game.”
    • “The story and gameplay are intricately connected, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The narrative elements add depth to the gameplay, providing engaging moments between game loops.”
    • “The story feels underdeveloped, with only a short animated scene at the beginning that introduces the plot and sets a goal to create the legendary chawanmushi.”
    • “The narrative lacks depth, often relying on minimal story elements to fill the gaps between gameplay loops.”
    • “There is a need for more substantial story elements to enhance the gameplay experience and provide context between game loops.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its cute and lighthearted dialogue, complemented by a charming hand-drawn aesthetic. Players find the humor to be engaging and accessible, contributing to the overall enjoyable experience.

    • “Great hand-drawn aesthetic and humor.”
    • “Super cute, super easy, super short, funny dialog.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players praise the character designs and overall game aesthetics, expressing a strong desire for deeper exploration of the characters. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of growth or narrative depth.

    • “The character designs are absolutely wonderful, and the entire game design really enhances the experience, making me eager to see more of them!”
    • “The character designs are absolutely wonderful, and the entire game design really enhances the experience, making me eager to see more of them!”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to be a wholesome and polished experience that evokes positive emotions, contributing to an overall enjoyable gameplay experience.

  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as cute, creating a charming and endearing environment that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly cute and charming.”
    • “The game creates a delightful and whimsical atmosphere.”
    • “The overall vibe is warm and inviting, making it a joy to explore.”

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