The Chef's Shift

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Get ready to cook up a storm in "The Chef's Shift" - a fast-paced typing game set in a bustling restaurant! With your keyboard as your weapon, you'll need to cook and serve delicious dishes to hungry customers before they lose their patience. But that's not all - you'll also need to juggle all kinds of crazy distractions, from rat invasions to unruly customers. 1 teaspoon of chao…

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Single-Player

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 124 reviews

story45 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The gameplay is a unique blend of fast-paced typing mechanics and engaging restaurant management, making it both fun and challenging.
The story is surprisingly deep and entertaining, filled with plot twists and humor that keeps players invested throughout the game.
The game features a charming art style and a variety of cultural cuisines, enhancing the overall experience and providing a fresh feel with each restaurant.

Some players have reported frustrating bugs that can hinder progress, such as missing text or issues with special characters.
The difficulty balance can be inconsistent, with certain levels feeling overly challenging or requiring repetitive gameplay to achieve full stars.
The story can become convoluted at times, leading to confusion about character relationships and plot developments.

story
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
55%
3%
The game's story is a surprising highlight, blending quirky soap opera elements with engaging plot twists that keep players invested. While some found the narrative occasionally confusing or overcomplicated, many praised its depth and emotional resonance, likening it to a telenovela filled with humor and drama. Overall, the storytelling adds significant value to the gameplay, making it a compelling experience that players are eager to continue.
- “The gameplay was fun, it was simple but addictive, but the story is even better. I thought it was going to be a very fun casual storyline, but it was very intense, mind-blowing, and full of plot twists... so I highly recommend this game.”
- “I was surprised by a really gripping and kind of sad plot line. I highly recommend at least trying the demo; this game is like playing through a telenovela, and it's beautiful.”
- “The story is really what keeps me playing—funny, silly, surprisingly with some sad bits, and a lot of depth, with a bit of mystery sprinkled in so you feel yourself trying to figure things out.”
- “However, the story element has serious issues right now.”
- “The story is all over the place and kind of lost me at some point, but the gameplay is simply *chef's kiss*.”
- “In terms of the story, to be honest, I skipped most of it when I reached the Mexico restaurant.”
gameplay
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
42%
7%
The gameplay is a fast-paced and engaging blend of cooking and typing mechanics, offering a unique challenge that keeps players hooked. With a variety of customer interactions and innovative mechanics introduced throughout, the game maintains a good balance of difficulty without becoming overwhelming. Players appreciate the charming art style and the unexpected depth of the story, making it a rewarding experience overall.
- “The gameplay is super fun, I love cooking games and the typing feature was a new way I hadn't seen before, plus I think my typing has improved lol.”
- “The gameplay is challenging and frustrating at times, but I highly recommend it if you are familiar with and enjoy big fish time management games and typing games.”
- “As far as the actual gameplay: this game oscillates between a frenzied word storm (as another reviewer puts it, 'typing for your life') and sitting around waiting for more customers to show up.”
- “The Chinese restaurant adds two mechanics that do not mix well.”
- “The gameplay is a clever mix of restaurant management and typing, but I wasn't expecting such an interesting story as well.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and unexpected twists, with players finding the story engaging and funny, often filled with quirky characters and amusing interactions. Many reviews highlight the balance of humor with deeper narrative elements, making the experience both entertaining and addictive. Overall, the game's witty writing and playful tone contribute significantly to its appeal.
- “Lots of funny and unexpected twists making it worth to experience every bit of interaction.”
- “The humorous interactions and quirky characters add charm, even if the narrative itself isn't particularly deep or groundbreaking.”
- “What a clever and hilarious little game xd”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The game's graphics are characterized by a charming and whimsical cartoon style, featuring bright colors and adorable character designs that appeal to both children and adults. While the visuals are cute and reminiscent of classic casual games, they contrast sharply with the mature themes of the story, creating an unexpected juxtaposition. Overall, the art style is well-received, enhancing the game's engaging narrative.
- “The graphics are cute, and the layout and font remind me of those classic games from their golden ages.”
- “The game enchants with bright colors and adorable character designs, all within a whimsical, cartoon style.”
- “I also love the unique art style.”
- “For a game with a charming art style, I was not expecting such a mature story.”
- “Looking at the art style, I don't think you'd expect it to be a soap-opera-style drama with drugs, murder, and a memory erasing machine, but... here we are!”
- “The graphics are cute, but the layout and font remind me of those games from PlayFirst, Big Fish, and GameHouse in their golden ages.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players find the soundtrack delightful and well-suited to the game's chaotic atmosphere, others feel certain tracks, like the Bali music, can be overly frantic. Overall, the upbeat and catchy tunes enhance the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable despite some minor criticisms.
- “Another highlight is the fantastic soundtrack.”
- “The OST perfectly complements the chaotic yet fun atmosphere of the game, enhancing every moment with upbeat and catchy tunes that make even the most stressful kitchen rush feel exciting.”
- “The mix of great mechanics, a fun soundtrack, and humor make it a worthwhile play, even if it doesn’t reinvent the genre.”
- “I guess my only gripe was that the Bali music was a bit too frantic for me, and I ended up muting the background music for that section of the game, but everything else was a delight.”
- “Couldn't hear the music much since I played this on the train, but I did notice a lot of Kevin MacLeod.”
- “Cute art and music.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players are pleasantly surprised by the game's emotional depth, finding the story engaging and capable of eliciting genuine feelings, including tears. The charming art and animated elements enhance the overall experience, making it more than just a cute game.
- “Outside of the gameplay, the art is just so charming and the story was a lot more engaging than I expected - normally I skip stories in these kinds of games, but I actually got invested and even shed a tear.”
- “Bring to life this kitchen with animated food items and emotional customer reactions.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game features charming character designs and a whimsical art style, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the gameplay. Overall, the focus seems to be more on aesthetics and gameplay fluidity rather than character growth.
- “The game also enchants with bright colors and adorable character designs, all within a whimsical, cartoon style.”
- “The character design is adorable, and the gameplay feels smooth.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a chaotic yet enjoyable vibe, amplified by an upbeat and catchy soundtrack that enhances the excitement of gameplay, even during stressful moments. Players find the overall ambiance delightful, making it a standout experience in the typing game genre.
- “The OST perfectly complements the chaotic yet fun atmosphere of the game, enhancing every moment with upbeat and catchy tunes that make even the most stressful kitchen rush feel exciting.”
- “If you’re looking for a unique typing game with a delightful atmosphere, this one is definitely worth checking out!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers good replayability through its endless mode, allowing players to customize their experience by selecting different restaurants and adjusting the speed and volume of customers. This flexibility enhances the overall enjoyment and encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “There's a decent amount of replayability and customizability with the endless mode, which lets you pick which restaurant to play, and the speed and amount of customers you have to deal with.”
- “After completing the main story, I found little incentive to replay the game. The lack of new content or challenges made it feel repetitive.”
- “While the game offers different modes, they don't significantly change the experience, leading to a lack of motivation to replay.”

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12h Median play time

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