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Star Chef 2: Cooking Game is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by 99Games Online Private Limited and was released on August 9, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Welcome to the most loved restaurant management game. Join millions in cooking, serving, managing, and trading. Meet chefs around the world and cater to celebrations. Form your CHEF TEAM to combat time management challenges and become the MASTER CHEF.

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66%
Audience ScoreBased on 245 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
monetization5 negative mentions

  • The game offers a fun and engaging cooking experience with a variety of recipes and restaurant customization options.
  • Players appreciate the social aspect of the game, including team competitions and a supportive community.
  • The graphics are appealing, and many find the gameplay relaxing and enjoyable for casual play.
  • The game heavily relies on microtransactions, making it difficult to progress without spending real money.
  • Recent updates have led to slow progression and increased grindiness, causing frustration among players.
  • Many players report technical issues, such as freezing and bugs, which detract from the overall experience.
  • monetization
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on microtransactions and in-app purchases, which many players find intrusive and detrimental to gameplay progression. While some users appreciate the engaging gameplay, the frequent ads and pressure to spend money create a frustrating experience, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab. Overall, the reliance on a freemium model detracts from player enjoyment and investment.

    • “The game's concept is fun, but there are some areas where it could improve, especially for players who are looking for a more rewarding experience without the push for in-app purchases.”
    • “ Freemium model: the game leans heavily into in-app purchases, often making it difficult to progress without spending money.”
    • “In a genre where in-app purchases often take center stage, Star Chef 2 manages to strike a balance, providing a fun and engaging gameplay loop.”
    • “This is a game that is fueled by microtransactions.”
    • “Of course, you can purchase 'cash' by paying money - but I do not want to pay money for microtransactions that affect my gameplay.”
    • “The reason why I don't recommend the game is because the whole thing is a cash grab.”
  • grinding
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, especially in the late game, where it feels more like a second job than a fun experience. While some enjoy the farming mechanics, many express frustration over the slow pace and the shift towards a farming-centric gameplay, leading to a decline in enjoyment compared to earlier versions. Overall, the grind is seen as a significant drawback, particularly for those who preferred the original focus of the game.

    • “Can be addictive, but it's super grindy late game and honestly, it's become more of my second job than actually a game.”
    • “I didn't download this game to be a farmer, but I found myself farming more than cooking, since it takes so long to get any of the ingredients.”
    • “So, while I used to never miss a day, I can no longer be bothered grinding away for so little reward.”
  • gameplay
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in Star Chef 2 features enjoyable cooking mechanics with multiple preparation steps, but it suffers from repetitiveness and chaotic elements that can detract from the experience. Time-based mechanics and the reliance on microtransactions can hinder progress, leading to frustration, especially with frequent interruptions and a lack of engaging content. Overall, while the game offers a fun loop, it may not sustain long-term interest without additional depth.

    • “ Fun cooking mechanics: the cooking process in Star Chef 2 is satisfying, with multiple steps involved in preparing meals.”
    • “In a genre where in-app purchases often take center stage, Star Chef 2 manages to strike a balance, providing a fun and engaging gameplay loop.”
    • “Repetitive gameplay: after a certain point, the gameplay becomes quite repetitive.”
    • “The concept of this game is okay, but the actual gameplay is way too chaotic for my liking.”
    • “Just know that time is a factor in the completion of tasks, so if you are not willing to spend anything on this game, then you should expect moments where gameplay may only last half an hour until you hit a point where you will have to wait for a meal to finish cooking, or a vegetable to finish growing, etc.”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their quality and aesthetic appeal, contributing to an immersive experience with personalized restaurant customization. Users appreciate the wholesome visuals and ambiance, although some express concerns about gameplay mechanics overshadowing the graphical strengths. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the enjoyment of the game.

    • “Great graphics, tons of recipes to unlock, and it is surprisingly relaxing.”
    • “Pros: wholesome visuals and ambiance, social interactions, varied restaurant elements, cross progression.”
    • “Updated/better graphic version of Star Chef.”
    • “Love this game in terms of settings and graphics.”
  • stability
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received significant criticism, with users reporting frequent freezes, particularly during specific actions like editing walls. Many players experience bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration despite an overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, stability issues appear to be a major drawback, affecting the overall gaming experience.

    • “Was going great for the first few weeks... now it freezes up and I have to shut it down to go back and play.”
    • “Game freezes up once I got to editing walls.”
    • “I love this game but I can't play it; it is okay for a minute or two and then freezes and has to be restarted!!!!!!”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the engaging storylines and graphics. However, frustrations arise from repetitive tasks and glitches, such as being stuck on a quest due to automatic actions, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Players recommend focusing on essential upgrades, like cooking slots, to enhance the experience.

    • “Good graphics, great story lines but the dishes take too long to cook.”
    • “I played this game for half an hour or so and it was fun, but when I was asked to paint the wall, it somehow painted it automatically. However, the quest still wants me to paint the same color over the wall, so I'm stuck in this sequence and have to alt+F4 the game.”
    • “It is not enjoyable for me anymore. As I level up, more tasks appear and missions I have to do.”
    • “I only do it if it's part of a task or team quest, but aside from that, it's just a distraction.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted as light-hearted and entertaining, with players enjoying the comedic contrast between their virtual cooking successes and real-life mishaps. The game's playful approach to cooking, such as flipping digital pancakes and dealing with burnt toast, adds to its charm and makes it a fun casual experience.

    • “Here I am, flipping digital pancakes while laughing at my burnt toast in reality.”
    • “Becoming a Michelin star chef was never this hilarious!”
    • “Funny casual game”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised as nice and relaxing, akin to restaurant ambiance, though it is noted that it doesn't play consistently throughout the gameplay. Overall, while the music enhances the atmosphere, some players feel that the game lacks engagement in other areas.

    • “The music is really nice, relaxing restaurant music.”
    • “The music (if and when it does play) is really nice, relaxing restaurant music.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight that the multiplayer competitions, particularly chef team challenges, significantly enhance the game's replayability by introducing competitive elements that keep the experience fresh and engaging.

    • “The multiplayer competitions, with the ability to engage in chef team challenges and compete against others, add a layer of excitement and replayability.”
    • “Each playthrough offers new challenges and strategies, making it a game you can enjoy multiple times without getting bored.”
    • “The variety of character builds and story paths ensures that every run feels fresh and engaging.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting its wholesome visuals and ambiance that create a warm atmosphere. The social interactions and varied restaurant elements further enhance the experience, fostering a sense of community and connection. Additionally, the cross-progression feature adds to the emotional investment by allowing players to carry their progress across different platforms.

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63h Median play time
47h Average play time
15-79h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs
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Star Chef 2: Cooking Game is a casual simulation game.

Star Chef 2: Cooking Game is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 47 hours playing Star Chef 2: Cooking Game.

Star Chef 2: Cooking Game was released on August 9, 2021.

Star Chef 2: Cooking Game was developed by 99Games Online Private Limited.

Star Chef 2: Cooking Game has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Star Chef 2: Cooking Game is a single player game.

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