Coffee Talk

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 67 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 67
  3. Negative: 5 out of 67

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  1. Nannz
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Highly recommended for anyone who enjoy games outside of competitiveness. I already wanted to work in a coffee shop -and have magical creatures as clients-.

    The only details is that the change between music is very abrupt but it's only me because I am tricky. It also would be good implements. It would also be good if a kind of activity was implemented between days, such as being able    Highly recommended for anyone who enjoy games outside of competitiveness. I already wanted to work in a coffee shop -and have magical creatures as clients-.

    The only details is that the change between music is very abrupt but it's only me because I am tricky.
    It also would be good implements. It would also be good if a kind of activity was implemented between days, such as being able to buy recipes or something.    … Expand
  2. Coink
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    "Coffee Talk" is a visual novel, there is no argument about that. If you dislike visual novels you will not enjoy this game. However, if you can actually appreciate visual novels you will see how much of a masterpiece this game is. With beautiful pixel graphics and a gorgeous soundtrack, this game is going to hit you right in the feels. Not to mention the outstanding writing of the"Coffee Talk" is a visual novel, there is no argument about that. If you dislike visual novels you will not enjoy this game. However, if you can actually appreciate visual novels you will see how much of a masterpiece this game is. With beautiful pixel graphics and a gorgeous soundtrack, this game is going to hit you right in the feels. Not to mention the outstanding writing of the characters which made me feel like I was actually the barista and these were my closest friends.
    I recommend this game to people who enjoy visual novels and who appreciate great writing.    … Expand
  3. AllNewSuperfake
    Jan 31, 2020
    5
    I don't really consider "Coffee Talk" a game. It's a visual novel that gets occasionally interrupted by a mini-game where you choose three ingredients for a hot drink. If you like you can draw a smiley face on it, or an eggplant, but just like the drink itself it's more or less inconsequential.

    The game doesn't even acknowledge when you find receipts on your own, and updates the ingame    I don't really consider "Coffee Talk" a game. It's a visual novel that gets occasionally interrupted by a mini-game where you choose three ingredients for a hot drink. If you like you can draw a smiley face on it, or an eggplant, but just like the drink itself it's more or less inconsequential.

    The game doesn't even acknowledge when you find receipts on your own, and updates the ingame version of their social media profiles of a customer if you get it right. Those profiles are, once more, mildly interesting at best. What would you expect from people who think of you as their best friend because you didn't screw up pressing three buttons on a machine and drew genitalia on their espresso?!

    At no point during the dialogue - that has no respect for anyone's time, especially not the player's - my general feelings towards "Coffee Talk" went beyond "mildy entertained". I enjoyed the artstyle and the music, but the animations were sparse and made some of the customers look like I put far too much caffeine into whatever they ordered. Especially the first customer you meet looks like she is constantly having seizures since the animation is just stretching her upper body, while her arms were left in place. Others have the same constant random hickups. It doesn't help that everything else is so serene and relaxed.

    The lackluster writing also damages the ambitions to grapple some heavy handed social issues. Can you really highlight racism in a scenario where people are actually different *species*? Species where "They are all bloodsuckers" is not a stereotype, because it's a fact? But never mind, since the stories themselves drown in endless smalltalk, and the nicest thing I can write about it that the experience is too short to become offensive.

    But it certainly didn't leave any lasting memories or even food for thought. If you have some time to waste and want to read some soap-style drama, combined with a decent ambiance and occasionally throw a drink together, this one won't fail you. But don't expect more from it.    … Expand
  4. TheMegaGodz
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    Fantastic music, fantastic art style, fantastic characters and well written storylines. The sudden plot twist at the end kind of came out of nowhere, but still an overall really enjoyable experience.
  5. Kunray
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    This games art style is awesome.
    This is beautiful.
    Everything about this game perfect.
    I recommend giving it a try.
  6. BulgarianCritic
    Feb 14, 2020
    7
    Pretty relaxing and chill game if you just want to unwind, listen to some good stories and serve some drinks.
  7. ankayah
    May 4, 2020
    6
    This game is bland and superficial. Though it's a dialogue-heavy game, the script is not vividly portrayed characters' emotions and personalities. Background music playlist contains just a few songs which cannot satisfy my ears. I've expected bad reactions from the customers whenever I make wrong drink, however, nothing happens, what a disappointment! The only thing I appreciate about thisThis game is bland and superficial. Though it's a dialogue-heavy game, the script is not vividly portrayed characters' emotions and personalities. Background music playlist contains just a few songs which cannot satisfy my ears. I've expected bad reactions from the customers whenever I make wrong drink, however, nothing happens, what a disappointment! The only thing I appreciate about this game is that it build up an nearly authentic vibes of a coffee shop which means so much to me. Coffee Talks suits players who need to find peace during a short break while working.… Expand
  8. otterone
    May 21, 2020
    7
    Coffee Talk is a comfortable visual novel about, well, coffee and talking. You serve drinks to magical creatures and listen to their worries each night whilst chill music is playing on the background. That is basically it.

    I do feel like the game needs some more substance to be better. After unlocking every possible ingredient after a few in-game days I was left a little disappointed.    Coffee Talk is a comfortable visual novel about, well, coffee and talking. You serve drinks to magical creatures and listen to their worries each night whilst chill music is playing on the background. That is basically it.

    I do feel like the game needs some more substance to be better. After unlocking every possible ingredient after a few in-game days I was left a little disappointed. It would have been nice to maybe be able to upgrade the coffee shop or create custom drinks, just to have something more to do. Since this particular visual novel does not let you affect the dialogue in any way either, it becomes rather easy to feel like you're not actually doing anything.

    However, Coffee Talk looks and sounds very good, and everything from coffee making to creating latte art seems well thought out. Even the different phone apps are detailed despite not being an integral part of the game. Definitely one of the comfiest visual novel experiences out there!    … Expand
  9. keepit300
    Feb 5, 2020
    9
    Before you play/review be aware this a visual novel. If you don't dig this kind of game stay away.

    I'm not a big visual novel guy I like jumping straight in to the action and playing. However this game caught my attention on Steam and the low price point helped as well. I was pleasantly suprised at how easily the game flows and how well written the dialogue is. It's an immersive    Before you play/review be aware this a visual novel. If you don't dig this kind of game stay away.

    I'm not a big visual novel guy I like jumping straight in to the action and playing. However this game caught my attention on Steam and the low price point helped as well. I was pleasantly suprised at how easily the game flows and how well written the dialogue is.

    It's an immersive experience for sure as I don't remember the last time playing a game and being like "wow where did the time go? Been playing this for hours". If you're looking for a new experience this is a good option. I also love the art style a lot. Overall a fun, unique and thought provoking experience.    … Expand
  10. Skyyfall
    Dec 27, 2022
    6
    A short but very interesting visual novel with minimal parts of the gameplay. There are only two downsides to this game. 1 - the game is very short, only by the end of the game you are already fully imbued with the atmosphere of a night cafe and communicating with visitors, and the game is already over. 2 - Whether you prepare the right drink affects the development of the plot, but thereA short but very interesting visual novel with minimal parts of the gameplay. There are only two downsides to this game. 1 - the game is very short, only by the end of the game you are already fully imbued with the atmosphere of a night cafe and communicating with visitors, and the game is already over. 2 - Whether you prepare the right drink affects the development of the plot, but there is no way to find out recipes for new drinks, except for tips before the start of a new day that are often repeated and can show the same thing that you do not need on a given day. In general, this is a very enjoyable, short visual novel with slightly non-linear gameplay that can be completed in one evening. There is not much gameplay, it is organically inserted into the game and it does not bother, but most of the recipes have to be taken from the Internet.… Expand
  11. Claborn
    Jun 18, 2020
    8
    I like this game because it is simple and easy to play .It is quite refreshing from the normal games like your normal action /adventure games and is a simple fun and easy game to play that you simply make coffee and talk to customers.
  12. HolyFoxx
    Oct 23, 2022
    6
    Coffee Talk is a relaxing visual novel, it is gentle and comfortable. But gameplay is a little boring, just make coffee with three ingredients. I want it to be more impressive, like more mini games. However, I like the Graphic and Sound, it is very good. I hope I will play a better game from Toge Productions.
  13. ZecaPaugordin
    May 11, 2022
    10
    Jogo sensacional!!! Toda a atmosfera, a trilha sonora, os diálogos, os efeitos sonoros, é tudo perfeito! Um jogo relaxante, bonito, bem feito... com certeza maravilhoso!
  14. Peters_reviews
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    A wonderful game that describes people's modern problems.
    pros:
    + A wonderful plot describing people's problems, despite the difficult plot topic, the story is not depressing, there are moments that are heart-touching, funny and stressful. In short, the story is well-balanced and you probably won't get bored with it + Brilliant graphic design thanks to which we can feel the emotions of    A wonderful game that describes people's modern problems.
    pros:
    + A wonderful plot describing people's problems, despite the difficult plot topic, the story is not depressing, there are moments that are heart-touching, funny and stressful. In short, the story is well-balanced and you probably won't get bored with it
    + Brilliant graphic design thanks to which we can feel the emotions of the character
    + The game is neither too long nor too short
    + Low computer requirements
    + Each character has its own unique style
    + The game will have a second part
    Minuses
    - The game is a movie,
    in this production the only thing we can do is coffee, we cannot choose what we want to say (luckily what our barista says is balanced and most players will like what our character says)
    - There are few hints for making coffee, there are many recipes and you have to discover them yourself, which can be difficult
    I personally fell in love with this game, watching all the conversations and making coffee allowed me to forget about my own problems and feel much better, the game also has many messages.    … Expand
  15. LastResource
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    A great pixel art game with relaxing music and visual. It really drew me back to pixel art style. Love it for every single moment of this game
  16. Heraldrick
    Apr 22, 2023
    9
    A wonderful story with a perfectly refined atmosphere. Note that when you buy this game the enjoyment isn't going to be mainly from the coffee making. It is going to be from following the lives of such an interesting cast with such thoroughly enjoyable dialogue. The only complaint I have is that I have spent a lot more money on coffee from local cafes & milk tea since I played since theA wonderful story with a perfectly refined atmosphere. Note that when you buy this game the enjoyment isn't going to be mainly from the coffee making. It is going to be from following the lives of such an interesting cast with such thoroughly enjoyable dialogue. The only complaint I have is that I have spent a lot more money on coffee from local cafes & milk tea since I played since the game made it seem so appealing, and it has improved my life quite a bit.… Expand
  17. ChiIIaoi
    Apr 24, 2023
    9
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro jogo:
    Jogo mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  18. Seathate
    Aug 10, 2023
    6
    Bu tarz hikayeli oyunları seviyorsanız saracaktır. Ama ben bu türe doymuşum. Objektif olarak tavsiye ediyorum ancak subjektif olarak sıkıldım artık.

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76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. RPG Fan
    Jan 17, 2023
    90
    Coffee Talk is a pleasingly creative game with a lot of heart and hidden depth. During my playthrough, I felt like I was curling up with a good book under a blanket, sipping a warm beverage. Every once in a while, we could all do with that relaxing way to pass the time. While I was regrettably late in playing this delightful title, I’m eager to give Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly an earlier try! After all, if it is anything like its predecessor, it’ll be a title to talk about with a warm cup of coffee close at hand.
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  2. Gamer Escape
    Jun 10, 2020
    70
    If Coffee Talk was standing on its own in a void, I would call this game a must play, no questions asked. The need to grind out recipes to figure out how to unlock the full story is frustrating, a stain on everything else in the package, but by the time I got to this point I had already fallen in love with the characters and aesthetic. The problem is, everything here has been done before, and better. It does feel like Toge Productions wanted to craft a homage to Valhalla, but doing so puts them right up against a cult classic. I truly think that they should have done more to differentiate themselves, to stand out more in this burgeoning genre.
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  3. Vandal
    Mar 16, 2020
    75
    This is one of those unique games that we really enjoy. It’s perfect if you just want to enjoy a bunch of stories that feel human and real, even if they are part of a fantastic universe.
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