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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.

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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.

44%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (632)

STEAM
User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Multiplayer Feature: The addition of multiplayer allows players to team up and manage a restaurant together, which many users found enjoyable.
  • Improved Cooking Mechanics: The new cutting and pouring mechanics are viewed as more accessible and user-friendly, reducing the chaos of the first game.
  • Recipe Customization: Players appreciate the ability to create and modify recipes, adding a personal touch to the cooking experience.
  • Visual Improvements: Some users noted that the graphics, while cartoonish, are appealing and contribute to a fun atmosphere.
  • Engaging Gameplay: The game offers a more structured cooking experience, focusing on restaurant management rather than chaotic physics.

The main cons of the game

  • Bugs and Performance Issues: Many players reported game-breaking bugs, connection issues in multiplayer, and overall poor optimization, leading to stuttering and freezing.
  • Lack of Features from the First Game: Players expressed disappointment over the removal of free cutting and other physics-based mechanics that were present in the first game, leading to a perception of reduced gameplay depth.
  • Confusing UI and Controls: The user interface is described as cluttered and unintuitive, making it difficult to navigate and follow recipes.
  • Pacing Issues: Some users found the game too slow-paced, with customers arriving at a sluggish rate and often getting stuck at tables.
  • Limited Single-Player Experience: The single-player mode lacks depth, with players having to manage all aspects of the restaurant without the help of AI staff.

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

  • Customizable Sandbox Mode: Players desire a more relaxed sandbox mode without timers, allowing for a more casual cooking experience.
  • Improved Customer Interaction: Users want more engaging customer behaviors and interactions, including the ability to manage them more effectively.
  • Detailed Recipe Guidance: A clearer recipe system and tutorial that provides better explanations and guidance on cooking processes and ingredient requirements.
  • Expanded Character and Restaurant Customization: More options for personalizing the chef and the restaurant environment, including themes and decorations.
  • Quality of Life Improvements: Features like the ability to easily put ingredients back into containers, improved timing controls, and better inventory management.

Summary

  • Overall, while "Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together" has potential and offers some enjoyable new mechanics, many players feel it currently lacks polish and completeness, leading to mixed reviews.

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