The Cooking Class First Course

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The Cooking Class First Course is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by The Handsome Mesh and was released on July 21, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

The Cooking Class First Course is a short game, the prequel of "The Cooking Class", it sheds some light on some of the characters and the events of the "The Cooking Class" universe. Play the game from the point of view of Jessica Parker Smith, an investigative journalist, discover more about what's behind the Dupont Family and The Sigil, there's more than what meets the eye, hi…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story3 positive mentions

Intriguing and compelling storytelling with well-constructed narrative and plot twists.
Atmosphere and tension are highly praised, creating a spooky and immersive experience.
Visual style, including the VHS filter, and interactive personal end credits are standout features.

Game is very short with limited impactful choices and a somewhat confusing or unsatisfying ending.
Technical issues like high mouse sensitivity, occasional crashes, lag in some areas, and bugs reported.
Lack of sound design and ambience in some parts makes the experience feel too quiet and less immersive.

story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is intriguing and filled with twists that maintain tension and engagement throughout the game, creating a captivating atmosphere. However, some players find the narrative, especially the ending, a bit confusing and hope for clearer storytelling in future installments.
- “The storytelling is intriguing and I love the tension it creates throughout the game.”
- “The story of Jessica Parker Smith, the investigative journalist, is intriguing and full of twists that keep the player glued to the screen.”
- “The atmosphere is amazing, but I am a little confused with the story, especially the ending where you stay in the house.”
- “The atmosphere is amazing, but I am a little confused by the story, especially the ending where you stay in the house.”
- “I hope that the developer will improve their storytelling and game development skills to create another hidden gem!”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game’s atmosphere is widely praised for being immersive and exceptional, particularly excelling in creating a strong horror vibe. However, some players find the story confusing, especially the ending. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that greatly enhances the experience.
- “The atmosphere is amazing, but I am a little confused with the story, especially the ending where you stay in the house.”
- “I really love horror games, but the atmosphere in this one is out of this world.”
- “I really enjoyed the atmosphere in this game.”