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Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together

Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together

PC
Released

Release Date: March 31, 2026

Simulation, FPP, Humorous, Cooking, Polish, Indie Games, Co-op, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet

The second installment in a series of first-person cooking sims by PlayWay. Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together supports singleplayer and co-op, and features an advanced physics engine which lets players bake, boil, burn, grate and slice various ingredients.

4.5

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Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together is the second installment in a series of simulation games originating from 2019, in which we play as a chef. It was developed by Big Cheese Studio, a Polish team that co-created the first game.

Plot

The protagonist of Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together leaves their office job due to burnout, following their dream of becoming a chef. Before we get employed by the best restaurant in the city, we must go through an entire career, starting off by working at a modest burger joint.

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Game Series

Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together
Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together

2GAMES

Cooking Simulator Game Series

Cooking Simulator Game Series

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-10600K, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce RTX 2060 / Radeon RX 5600 XT, 20 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-10700K, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 3070 / 12 GB Radeon RX 6700 XT, 20 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together Video Game.

45%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (720)

STEAM
User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Multiplayer Experience: Many players enjoy the multiplayer aspect, finding it adds fun and engagement, especially when cooking with friends.
  • New Features: The ability to create custom recipes, manage a restaurant setting, and the new cutting mechanics are generally seen as positive changes.
  • Accessibility Improvements: Some players appreciate the simplification of certain mechanics, making the game more accessible for those with disabilities or those who prefer a less chaotic experience.
  • Graphics and Atmosphere: The game has been praised for its graphics and overall atmosphere, creating a vibrant cooking environment.

The main cons of the game

  • Bugs and Performance Issues: Numerous reviews highlight significant bugs, including game-breaking glitches, connection issues, and performance problems, especially in multiplayer mode.
  • Confusing Mechanics: Players find the game unnecessarily complicated, with unclear instructions and a lack of guidance on how to complete recipes.
  • Removal of Features from CS1: Many users lament the loss of mechanics from the first game, such as free cutting, manual pouring, and the chaotic physics that made the original enjoyable.
  • Slow Gameplay: The pacing of the game has been criticized, with some players feeling that the time management aspect is frustratingly slow and unchallenging.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Free Cutting and Manual Control: Many players wish for the return of free cutting and other manual controls that were present in the first game.
  • Improved Tutorial: The tutorial is often described as lengthy, confusing, and not helpful, with players asking for a more concise and effective teaching method.
  • Better UI and Inventory Management: Users express a desire for a more intuitive user interface and better inventory management, including the ability to put items back into containers.
  • More Depth in Gameplay: Players are looking for additional features like the ability to hire staff, better customer interactions, and more complex cooking mechanics to enhance the gameplay experience.

Summary

  • Overall, while Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together has potential and some enjoyable new features, it currently suffers from significant bugs, performance issues, and a departure from the beloved mechanics of its predecessor, leading to a mixed reception among players.

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