We Need To Cook - Drug Empire Simulator
- August 23, 2023
- Harold Crow
Get on SteamIn "We Need to Cook - Drug Empire Simulator," players become drug-designing geniuses seeking a thrilling life away from their mundane existence. They cook drugs in the desert, sell them to distributors, and launder money to build a drug empire. The game features scientifically-accurate drug cooking mechanics, realistic money laundering, and the chance to upgrade from an RV to a meg lab and penthouse. However, players must evade government scrutiny while pursuing their goals.
Reviews
- The game has a good concept and can be fun for those who enjoy cooking mechanics.
- Some players appreciate the humor and references to the Breaking Bad series.
- The developer is responsive and has made improvements based on player feedback.
- The game feels unfinished and lacks polish, with many bugs and optimization issues.
- Gameplay is repetitive and can become boring quickly, with limited content.
- The inclusion of NFTs and crypto elements feels forced and detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it boring and frustrating due to a lack of inspiration and poor optimization. However, others appreciate the fun mechanics and scientifically accurate cooking elements, indicating that there are enjoyable aspects for certain players. Overall, the gameplay experience seems to vary significantly among users.
“Game is good, I love the scientifically accurate cooking mechanics.”
“Pretty fun so far, good mechanics.”
“It's just gameplay.”
“The main gameplay loop is boring and uninspired.”
“So 15 minutes of gameplay and you are already frustrated, trying to click icons on a computer.”
“It's horribly optimized and has little to no gameplay.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered underwhelming and unfinished, with players expressing disappointment in the overall visual quality. Some users noted that the game requires ultra graphics settings for optimal performance, while others criticized the lack of customization options for graphics and controls.
“Epic game! If you want to get the most money from cooking meth, you need to be on ultra graphics mode; it gives you a boost.”
“It's a good game concept, but all in all it's not finished at all. I like this kind of game, but the cooking and generally the graphics are just not what I would expect.”
“There's no settings menu, can't change controls, graphics, or resolution.”
“You could've kept working on it, improving, making it better, but no, you had to start working on 'Jesus Simulator'.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game lacks a significant narrative, with players primarily engaging in basic tasks and missions without a cohesive storyline. The experience is more focused on gameplay mechanics than on storytelling elements.
“The story is engaging and keeps you hooked from the very beginning.”
“The narrative unfolds beautifully, with well-developed characters and unexpected twists.”
“Each mission feels meaningful, contributing to an overarching plot that is both immersive and captivating.”
“The first mission is to work with a computer and perform some basic tasks.”
“There is no story.”
“If you go back to the main menu and start the game, you will be loaded back to the mission/quest where you cook for the first time.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, often comparing it unfavorably to other titles that offer more engaging experiences for a similar price. While some appreciate the game's progression and improvements over time, many feel that the amount of grinding required is overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“And no, the price does not justify it; you can buy much better games for $5: Vampire Survivor, The Room, the first Doom game, Cookie Clicker if you want a better mind-numbing grinding experience, VVVVVV, and so on.”
“As a new player, I've helped the dev with some bugs and the game isn't glitchy or buggy. I recommend it as it is a good experience, but it is quite grindy and you have to work quite a bit. However, it gets better as you play and is good from the start.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while some users commend its performance considering it was developed by a one-person team, others criticize it for severe lag and poor overall optimization.
“I do have to say it works very well and is decently well optimized for a one-person team, keep up the good work!”
“It's horribly optimized and has little to no gameplay.”
“The game runs poorly on most systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“I experienced constant lag and crashes, which ruined the overall experience.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is appreciated for its playful nod to pop culture, particularly the reference to Walter White, but players find the overall experience repetitive and lacking in engaging content. While some enjoy the comedic elements, concerns about the game's pacing and the realism of certain in-game mechanics detract from the overall enjoyment.
“Honestly, pretty good! The humor is great, especially when you can pretend to be Walter White. It adds a fun twist to the gameplay.”
“The game has a unique sense of humor that keeps things interesting, even if there isn't a lot to do.”
“I love the quirky humor in this game! The funny little money trick and the real-life ingredients add a hilarious layer to the experience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, players report that the game is stable with minimal glitches or bugs, providing a solid experience. However, they note that it can be grindy, requiring significant effort to progress, though it improves as players advance.
“The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to progress.”
“I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
“Stability issues have made it difficult to enjoy the game fully.”
