Star Chef 2: Restaurant Game

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Star Chef 2: Restaurant Game is a single player management game. It was developed by 99Games and was released on May 17, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Star Chef 2: Restaurant Game" is a simulation game that allows you to build and manage your own cafe business. Experience stellar game mechanics and compelling visuals as you farm, harvest, and cook to attract customers in town. However, be prepared for occasional disruptions by ads and some bugs that may affect gameplay. Overall, it's an engaging game that immerses you in the world of culinary entrepreneurship.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,320 reviews

graphics33 positive mentions

monetization38 negative mentions

The game is engaging and offers a variety of mini-games and challenges that keep players entertained.
Regular updates introduce new items and features, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
The customer support is responsive and helpful, addressing player issues promptly.

The game has become increasingly expensive, making it difficult for players to progress without spending real money.
Cooking times for dishes are excessively long, leading to frustration and a slower pace of gameplay.
Frequent glitches and loading issues hinder the gaming experience, causing players to lose progress.

graphics
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
24%
6%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning quality, vibrant colors, and appealing design, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the unique artistic style and the attention to detail, although a few have noted minor issues such as graphical glitches. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm and user engagement.
- “Lovely graphics and amazing events design where you don't have to pay to win.”
- “The graphics are quirky and appealing.”
- “I love this game absolutely, the graphics and the audio is so amazing.”
- “You need to fix the graphics; the walls don't connect in some places and it looks tacky.”
- “The graphics of Star Chef 2 are quite poor.”
- “The graphics and sound effects are not impressive.”
monetization
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
3%
90%
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism due to the overwhelming presence of ads, which have become more intrusive and frequent, especially after recent updates. Players report that ads disrupt gameplay with random pop-ups and audio interruptions, detracting from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for in-game rewards, many feel that the sheer volume of ads is excessive and frustrating, leading to a negative impact on their enjoyment of the game.
- “Lots of fun, no need for in-game purchases unless you just want to.”
- “Still playing on level 12 now... had to buy an in-app purchase to get the best results, enjoying though and have only spent £2.99.”
- “The game itself is fine, but the ads kind of ruin the experience.”
- “I already have to watch a ton of ads for extra stuff that I need; I don't need to watch extra random ad videos in the middle of me playing the game when I am not getting anything out of it.”
- “I stopped playing because ads kept popping up all the time.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous reports of freezing, glitches, and crashes that hinder gameplay. Users frequently experience the app freezing upon launch or during play, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction, particularly with the lack of effective technical support. While some players enjoy the game's content, the persistent technical problems detract from the overall experience.
- “Very satisfying top quality, no glitches, no excessive ads. Plenty of fun things to do; the recipes are delicious! ”
- “When I open it to play, it gets to my restaurant screen and freezes.”
- “Unplayable - freezes on daily quest screen that pops up as soon as the app is loaded.”
- “It freezes up a lot and it closes itself out, going back to my home screen.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
38%
14%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for being engaging, fun, and well-integrated with its content, offering a unique and interactive experience. However, players express frustration over the increasing presence of ads and monetization tactics that disrupt the flow, particularly as they progress. While the game mechanics are solid and the graphics appealing, some users feel that the gameplay becomes restrictive without purchasing in-game items, leading to a mixed overall impression.
- “The content and gameplay of this game is super solid.”
- “Star Chef 2 has one of the most engaging gameplay experiences I have seen across mobile games… you really feel like you are a part of your in-game restaurant.”
- “Awesome gameplay, attractive graphics, addictive game.”
- “Now they decided to completely mess up the gameplay in an attempt to force everyone to buy their event game passes if they want useful boosters we were able to craft.”
- “There are many better choices available like Food Street, Tasty Town, World Chef, etc., and the game mechanics are copied from those games.”
- “The pace of gameplay in Star Chef is a definite change from other mobile games.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
50%
19%
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging narrative and chef-themed elements. However, frustrations arise from frequent interruptions by quests and events that disrupt gameplay, as well as technical issues that hinder progress. Many users express a desire for more substantial storylines and quests to enhance their experience further.
- “It's an amazing story and game, however, it costs so much to play.”
- “Graphics and storyline are cool.”
- “The storyline of this app is really adorable and I like the fact that I get to be a chef here.”
- “After playing further, everything becomes annoying. Every time I get back into the game to check on my cooks, new events or quests keep forcing me to participate without any option to skip or press 'later.'”
- “I play both versions, but I'm more attached to the old version of the game, even though there is no longer a story to follow or finish.”
- “I will, however, play it and change to 5 stars if there is a storyline and quests added.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is widely praised for its vibrancy and quality, enhancing the overall experience with engaging background tracks and live performances. However, some users have reported technical issues where the game becomes unresponsive while the music continues to play. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that elevates the game's appeal.
- “Love the music and how vibrant the colors...”
- “The graphics and background music are pretty amazing.”
- “Live music and celebrity appearances, this game offers features no other game does.”
- “Was running fine, until about level 5/6. Loads up fine but nothing will respond; tried re-downloading with no luck. You get the same unresponsive screen with music.”
- “Music is playing, everything is working, but it's like the screen is locked!”
- “Better than other games, more updates, and close music.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the diverse activities in the game, including farming, cooking, and time management elements, which create a rich and engaging experience. However, the grinding aspect is noted to be slow and tedious, requiring patience to fully enjoy the game's various features.
- “It is a slow and tedious game; if you don't have the patience to wait, then don't play this game!”
- “There's so much going on in this game: this event, that event, this shop, that shop, and farming mini game.”
- “From farming to restaurant management, plus it has a mix of arcade game (time management).”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game is praised for its smooth performance, running without interruptions from ads or pop-ups, which contributes to a satisfying user experience. Overall, players report a high level of satisfaction with the game's optimization.
- “The best thing is that it has a very smooth performance and runs without any disturbances from unnecessary ads and pop-ups.”
- “But this game has totally satisfied me with its performance.”
- “It runs smoothly.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's content to be wholesome, contributing to a positive emotional experience that resonates with them.
- “The game's narrative deeply resonated with me, evoking a range of emotions that I didn't expect.”
- “I found myself genuinely caring for the characters, feeling their joys and sorrows as if they were my own.”
- “The emotional depth of the story left a lasting impact, making me reflect on my own experiences long after playing.”

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Star Chef 2: Restaurant Game is a management game.

Star Chef 2: Restaurant Game is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

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

Star Chef 2: Restaurant Game was released on May 17, 2020.

Star Chef 2: Restaurant Game was developed by 99Games.

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

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