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IT Finally, after much anticipation, I'm excited to publish my first review in a column I've been wanting to open on the blog for a long time! This new feature brings together two of my greatest passions: illustration and relaxing games.
This journey also inspired me to create a forum dedicated to all hobby and art enthusiasts, the Comfort Zone Hub, a space where the community can connect, share ideas, and explore creative projects.
Chef & Friends: An Engaging Culinary and Design Adventure
"Chef & Friends" is a mobile game that combines culinary skills, interior design, and exciting adventures, all set in the universe of the legendary "Cooking Diary." This game offers players the chance to renovate restaurants and bars, prepare delicious dishes, and defend the world of true cuisine from the fast food empire.
Gameplay and Graphics
The game features stunning graphics and lively characters, making the visual experience engaging and enjoyable. Players face a fun puzzle game where they can unleash their creativity in the kitchen, preparing exquisite dishes from around the world.
Game Mechanics
"Chef & Friends" allows players to renovate and redecorate bars and restaurants globally. Players can choose the style of the venues, ranging from a cozy and family-friendly bar to a trendy restaurant. Additionally, players can help aspiring chefs find their personal style, transforming them into true culinary gurus.
Story and Adventures
The game is rich in delightful stories of friendship and love, spiced with adventures, puzzles, and intrigue. Players must defend bars and restaurants from the greedy billionaire Ethan Shark, who wants to replace chefs with soulless robots and turn the world of dining into his fast food empire.
Social Components and Events
"Chef & Friends" also offers a social side, allowing players to form teams of professional restaurateurs and participate in fun events with other chefs. Free updates regularly add new venues, game levels, events, and valuable rewards, keeping the game fresh and interesting.
Pros:
Stunning Graphics: The colorful and detailed graphics make the visual experience very enjoyable.
Diverse Gameplay: The combination of cooking, interior design, and puzzle games keeps the game interesting and engaging.
Story and Adventure Elements: The stories of friendship, love, and intrigue add depth to the game.
Regular Updates: Free updates with new content and events keep the game fresh.
Social Components: The ability to form teams and participate in events with other players adds an element of interactivity and cooperation.
Cons:
In-App Purchases: Some content and improvements could require in-app purchases, which can be frustrating for those who prefer a completely free experience. but absolutely not mandatory, and with a bit of effort, one can certainly proceed on their own.
It really depends on the player's skill in managing money and diamonds.
Difficulty Curve: Some levels can be challenging, requiring repeated attempts or purchases to progress.
Personal Considerations:
The game is addictive! There's always a desire to keep going, and at times, serving customers becomes a stress reliever (despite the fast pace). Additionally, the curiosity to move on to the next restaurant and discover new dishes drives you to complete the levels as quickly as possible! The graphics and animations are exceptional, truly high quality, and the daily events, although they rotate the same ones, remain stimulating and offer opportunities to win prizes. The game is very well-balanced and has very smooth gameplay, especially considering it's a free game.
The only potentially annoying aspect is that at some point, the levels require necessary upgrades to pass (it's very unlikely to get through them alone), which forces you to play specific sub-levels to earn coins and upgrade. Despite this detail, overall, it is a great game.
Personal rating: 8/10
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