The Cooking Class
- February 1, 2023
- Another Dev Company
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Get on itch.io Store"The Cooking Class" is a virtual reality game that simulates a culinary school experience. Players will learn to cook a variety of dishes through step-by-step instructions, with the ability to chop, stir, and plate their creations. The game features a realistic kitchen environment, multiple levels of difficulty, and the opportunity to earn awards for successful cooking.
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of cooking and horror elements, creating an engaging and suspenseful experience.
- The atmosphere and design of the house are well-executed, contributing to a creepy and immersive environment.
- The developers have shown dedication in improving the game with updates, adding new mechanics and lore that enhance the overall experience.
- The storyline is weak and feels disjointed, with the cooking aspect being largely irrelevant to the horror elements.
- There are various bugs and control issues that detract from the gameplay experience, including a lack of a save system.
- The game can feel unpolished, with rough animations and inconsistent sound design that may hinder immersion.
- story12 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it reminiscent of low-quality 'B-rated' horror films, while others praise its engaging and well-designed horror narrative that evolves from a cooking theme into a gripping experience. The atmosphere and backstory are highlighted as strong points, contributing to a typical yet enjoyable horror vibe. Overall, opinions vary, but many appreciate the unique concept and execution of the storyline.
“Storyline: 10/10 - it has left me with the feeling that this is just the beginning of something much deeper.”
“I love the game, it's a really well-designed horror story; the story in the game is truly gripping.”
“The game is very engaging; at first, it feels like you are playing a cooking game, and then it transitions into a beautifully designed horror story.”
“It was like an even worse story than the 'B-rated' horror movies from the 80s.”
“The atmosphere is nice... they did a good job building the house... but they should've built a story on top of that too.”
“The plot in this game is very 'cheesy horror', and the developer did well to show that.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its meticulous design and immersive horror elements, creating a suspenseful and visually appealing experience. While some players appreciate the cool, movie-like ambiance, others feel that a deeper narrative could enhance the overall impact. Overall, the game's atmosphere effectively draws players in, revealing dark and gruesome secrets as they explore.
“Very cool and typical movie-like horror atmosphere, nicely written story.”
“All the details in the game are meticulously designed, the design of the house, the atmosphere of the game is very beautiful, I liked it very much.”
“This game serves up a unique blend of suspenseful gameplay and atmospheric horror.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is rated 7/10, featuring unique mechanics that allow players to avoid easily manageable enemies, though improvements to AI could enhance the experience. The game offers a blend of suspenseful gameplay and atmospheric horror, complemented by new mechanics and engaging easter eggs. Overall, it presents an interesting and immersive experience, albeit with some room for improvement.
“This game serves up a unique blend of suspenseful gameplay and atmospheric horror.”
“Interesting mechanics on the enemies to avoid them!”
“Retextured the whole game, new mechanics, the creepy phone number easter egg, the secret code.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The mechanics are clunky and often lead to frustrating experiences during critical moments.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay, making it feel unfinished and unpolished.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's music is memorable, often lingering in players' minds long after playing, though it remains consistent from the start menu throughout. It features distinct tracks for different gameplay segments, with lighter tunes during cooking that shift to a more ominous tone as players explore, effectively enhancing the atmosphere and tension.
“The music gets stuck in your head for days (maybe that's a con, lol).”
“Different music for the cooking part, not so spooky, and then it builds up to a more ominous tone once you start exploring the house.”
“Especially during the cooking class segment, Mrs. Dupont mixed with the music really makes you feel like you're going to be stabbed in the back for grabbing some onions.”
“The music stays the same from the start menu throughout the entire game.”
“Especially when you're doing the cooking class bit, Mrs. Dupont mixed with the music really makes you feel like you're going to be stabbed in the back for grabbing some onions.”
“The music gets stuck in your head for days (maybe that's a con lol).”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics received a score of 7/10, with some reviewers appreciating the post-processing effects and PSX style, while others noted that they are similar to those found in many other indie horror games. The aesthetic appeal and low price were also highlighted as factors that attracted players.
“The aesthetic and cheap price brought me in.”
“I'd give an 8 for the effort of the post-processing and PSX style.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the character designs and overall aesthetics of the game are praised for their quality, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of growth, backstory, or emotional depth.
