Space Food Truck

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 196 reviews
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Space Food Truck is a cooperative, culinary-themed adventure game. Players work together as a crew of four galactic gourmet chefs, managing unique roles on their space food truck. They must navigate randomized hazards, gather ingredients, and craft delicious recipes to satisfy hungry customers in outer space. Teamwork and communication are key to success in this fast-paced, sci-fi adventure.

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 196 reviews
gameplay15 positive mentions
stability16 negative mentions
  • Innovative deck-building mechanics that require strategic planning and cooperation among players.
  • Charming art style and humorous writing that enhance the overall experience.
  • High replayability due to the random events and unique character roles, making each playthrough feel different.
  • Severe RNG elements can lead to frustrating experiences, with players often feeling helpless against bad luck.
  • Multiplayer functionality is plagued by bugs and desynchronization issues, making it difficult to play with friends.
  • The game can feel overly punishing, with many players reporting that even on easier difficulties, success is hard to achieve.
  • gameplay66 mentions

    The gameplay of this deck-building game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its unique mechanics and strategic depth, while others criticize its punishing difficulty and unclear user interface. Many reviews highlight the lack of effective tutorials and the frustrating forced purchase mechanic, which can dilute deck effectiveness and lead to unfun experiences. Overall, while there are strong core mechanics and charming visuals, the uneven gameplay and reliance on luck detract from the overall enjoyment, making it a challenging experience that may not appeal to all players.

    • “The art is cute, the humor is family-friendly, the co-op is innovative, and the mechanics are easy to learn while still allowing for a surprising amount of depth in strategy.”
    • “Space Food Truck's innovative blend of cooperative gameplay, strategic decision-making, and whimsical storytelling makes it an excellent choice for fans of unique and fun multiplayer experiences.”
    • “Wonderful theme and colorful styling aside, the mechanics force difficult decisions early on and there's a real sense of achievement and development as you equip your crew and hunt down elusive ingredients.”
    • “There are tons of elements that are not explained, and a tutorial gameplay scenario is lacking.”
    • “The gameplay often leaves you helpless with draws of all action cards in your hand with no resource cards to play for the actions, and follows up with all-of-your-resources-you-don't-have-anyway-because-of-draws-or-die events, so building up decks doesn't help you much - you either find out how to game the game into giving you easier events or pray to RNG gods.”
    • “The card game mechanic has very little bad luck mitigation (especially before endgame), meaning a couple of bad hands can ruin a few hours of gameplay.”
  • graphics21 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charming, cartoonish style and cohesive design, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere. While some users note that the visuals are average or not groundbreaking, many appreciate the vibrant art, character design, and overall aesthetic, which enhance the gameplay experience. The combination of good artwork, sound effects, and humor creates an engaging and enjoyable environment for players.

    • “If you like deck building games, this is well thought through; the design, graphics, and music are very nice!”
    • “The feel of the game really comes through: the music, the graphics, the characters, the story, everything feels really cohesive and applies a kind of lighthearted, amusing touch to the perilous journey you're about to take.”
    • “The graphics are very endearing, the setting is pretty fun, and the animations are well polished.”
    • “Despite being a decent-looking deck-builder with graphics and mechanics more similar to Monster Train than Slay the Spire, the obscure UI makes it quite difficult.”
    • “The graphics are average, but there isn't much more to say.”
    • “There are a lot of things I like about the game, like the goofy premise, the art style, the humor... but sadly I don't think it's a good game.”
  • stability16 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly hinder the experience, particularly in multiplayer mode. Many players experience frequent freezes, desynchronization issues, and unreliable connections, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment. While some minor issues can be resolved by restarting the game, the overall consensus is that the game remains a "buggy mess" that detracts from its potential.

    • “The game is a buggy mess that creates more frustration than it does enjoyment.”
    • “Unfortunately, it appears to be buggy as hell; playing it online with friends, it kept desynchronizing until finally it stopped allowing any of us to rejoin.”
    • “I wanted to like this game, but the multiplayer freezes and lack of play-testing of the card game mechanic means that now that my friends and I have won once on easy, we'll probably never play again.”
  • humor16 mentions

    The game is widely praised for its humor, featuring clever and cheeky sci-fi references, light-hearted writing, and vibrant art that enhance the overall experience. Players enjoy the quirky and family-friendly humor, which is particularly entertaining in a cooperative setting, though some note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time. Overall, the humor adds a delightful charm, making it a fun choice for casual gaming sessions.

    • “This game is amazingly funny with friends!”
    • “The game's vibrant art style and humorous writing make for a lighthearted journey through the cosmos.”
    • “Funny, light-hearted humor, colorful characters, every bit of text is peppered with media references, and the antagonist is a sadistic RNG that wants to cook you alive, where your job is to collect the ingredients.”
  • replayability14 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the high replayability due to random elements and new encounters, others feel it suffers from a lack of depth and variety, leading to repetitive experiences. Many reviewers express a desire for additional content, such as side-quests or varied storylines, to enhance replay value. Ultimately, opinions range from high replayability for fans of the genre to low replayability due to predictability and limited strategic depth.

    • “The replayability is very high, also with random recipes, locations, and maps being generated every time.”
    • “Each play-through offers new adventures and encounters, ensuring a high replayability factor.”
    • “Getting the basics is quick and easy; mastering the game will take a long time - there is high replayability in this one.”
    • “I don't feel like there is a ton of replayability here.”
    • “I really wish the game had side-quests and varying story-driven sequences to improve replayability; that's my biggest gripe with an otherwise solid game.”
    • “Replayability, at least for me, is very low.”
  • story9 mentions

    The story in the game is characterized by a lighthearted and amusing tone, enhanced by cohesive music, graphics, and character design, which contribute to an enjoyable experience. Players embark on a whimsical journey as chefs on a spaceship, working together to complete missions and gather ingredients, though some express a desire for more side-quests and varied story-driven sequences to enhance replayability. Overall, while the narrative is fun and engaging, it could benefit from additional depth and complexity.

    • “The feel of the game really comes through: the music, the graphics, the characters, the story, everything feels really cohesive and applies a kind of lighthearted, amusing touch to the perilous journey you're about to take.”
    • “But if you do find that balance, you'll find a funny and enjoyable story at such a wonderful and sweet price.”
    • “Space Food Truck's innovative blend of cooperative gameplay, strategic decision-making, and whimsical storytelling makes it an excellent choice for fans of unique and fun multiplayer experiences.”
    • “If not for us being on Discord and updating each other every single player turn, we never would have known that quests were either complete or incomplete.”
    • “I really wish the game had side-quests and varying story-driven sequences to improve replayability; that's my biggest gripe with an otherwise solid game.”
    • “All have been horrible failures to the point where we consider it a 'win' if we can even get 1/3 of the cooking quests completed.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, contributing to a cohesive and lighthearted atmosphere. While some users note that the music is somewhat limited, its engaging and colorful style, along with the accompanying visuals and sound effects, keeps players returning for more.

    • “The feel of the game really comes through: the music, the graphics, the characters, the story, everything feels really cohesive and applies a kind of lighthearted, amusing touch to the perilous journey you're about to take.”
    • “The music and visuals are excellent, with a fun, colorful, cartoony look and appropriate music.”
    • “The artwork, music, sound effects, and humor in this game keep me coming back for more.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players note that grinding in the game can be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring hours of repetitive turns to compensate for missed opportunities. However, the absence of a time limit allows players to progress at their own pace, emphasizing the importance of strategic deck building.

    • “Even if a player or group is strategic, they're bound to spend literal hours grinding turns to make up for one missed repair opportunity.”
    • “There's no time limit on the game other than your own deck-building skill, so you can win even a long, tedious game.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game is praised for its engaging optimization challenges that require strategic thinking and tactical planning, making it enjoyable to improve over time. However, players note that on harder modes, the experience can become frustratingly random, which may detract from the overall optimization experience.

    • “The game functions quite well as a challenging optimization problem, and it's fun to get better, although on the harder modes it can still be frustratingly random.”
    • “This game hits a space I have been searching to fill: challenging, requiring good strategy and tactical optimization, playable at a relaxed pace, and fitting into an hour or two.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its breathtaking quality, creating an immersive experience that captivates players.

    • “Not because I'm a glutton for punishment, but because the atmosphere is really breathtaking.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers praise the character development for its exceptional sound effects, aesthetic appeal, high-quality character design, and strong writing, highlighting a well-rounded and immersive experience.

    • “The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that unfolds beautifully throughout the game.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve based on the choices I make; it really makes me feel invested in their journeys.”
    • “The depth of the characters and their relationships adds so much to the overall experience, making every interaction meaningful.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the game's monetization model for its transparency and honesty, indicating that it delivers on its promises without misleading players about costs or in-game purchases.

    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
    • “I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
    • “The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency detract from the overall experience and make it feel more like a cash grab.”
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Play time

40hMedian play time
33hAverage play time
20-40hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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