Overcooked!

 PlayStation 4
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 217 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 164 out of 217
  2. Mixed: 45 out of 217
  3. Negative: 8 out of 217
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  1. dunetiger
    Dec 12, 2016
    9
    Overcooked is quite possibly one of the best co-op games that I've had the pleasure of playing, and I'm always searching for that one game that I can play with my girlfriend. Other co-ops tend to have an alpha gamer problem and well, that means I'm usually the problem. Overcooked, on the other hand, distinctly avoids this by gimmicking its levels such that you absolutely must co-operateOvercooked is quite possibly one of the best co-op games that I've had the pleasure of playing, and I'm always searching for that one game that I can play with my girlfriend. Other co-ops tend to have an alpha gamer problem and well, that means I'm usually the problem. Overcooked, on the other hand, distinctly avoids this by gimmicking its levels such that you absolutely must co-operate and co-ordinate if you want to get three stars.

    As a result, every player is engaged and constantly communicating, which is a good sign your co-op game is doing its job. Take the basics of something like Diner Dash and throw in the added conundrum of managing resources and logstics, and you have Overcooked. Rather than simply bashing out recipes and delivering them, each level has a sort of twist to it that requires players to overcome, be it simply the layout, things shifting around, or even terrain effects (yes, there are ice levels). Quite simply, you can't succeed at this game on your own.

    Even in single player, you must control two chefs and switch between them in order to solve logistics problems. While entertaining to a certain point, juggling the campaign by yourself while controlling two chefs clearly demonstrates that the game needs to have human bodies controlling the individual chefs or nothing really gets done. As the game is designed around couch co-op, it's no wonder single player is frustrating and it's not a hit against the game - you're lucky it's there to begin with.

    A bonus of Overcooked is that even if you're short on controllers, you can split each controller into halves, so if you have two controllers, you can get four players into the game. While it can cause a little bit of confusion sharing a single controller between two people, it's a wonderful addition to the game especially considering the price of a Dual Shock 4.

    Great game. Highly recommended.    … Expand
  2. modul0k
    Sep 6, 2016
    9
    It's been a while since I've had this much fun with a local multiplayer game on current gen consoles or PC.

    The real charm with Overcooked is that it's core, it is a functional and simple game that relies on creative level design to challenge its players.
  3. GrumpyReviewer
    Sep 14, 2016
    8
    I played the whole game with my girlfriend and we had A BLAST. Overcooked is a PERFECT, casual, co-op game to play with someone.

    Playing it solo is not too much fun, though, as you still need to control 2 characters yourself, which becomes a hassle. But having someone to yell and laugh with is just so much fun. I've been missing games like this for a while and do hope the developer    I played the whole game with my girlfriend and we had A BLAST. Overcooked is a PERFECT, casual, co-op game to play with someone.

    Playing it solo is not too much fun, though, as you still need to control 2 characters yourself, which becomes a hassle. But having someone to yell and laugh with is just so much fun.

    I've been missing games like this for a while and do hope the developer releases an expansion or some DLC with more stages and recipes. This game was worth every cent. If you are looking for a quick, casual, fun, co-op game, I recommend this 100%!    … Expand
  4. GrahamBr96
    Feb 25, 2018
    9
    One of, if not the, best local co-op game on the PS4. Gameplay is fast and frantic and makes for a ton of fun with friends. I just wish that there was more content as the campaign is relatively short. In addition, single player is boring, but that's clearly not how the developers intended Overcooked to be played.
  5. memus
    Dec 30, 2017
    8
    It's may be the best coop game I ever played. I downloaded it despite childish design and it delivered. I would compare this game with Agile approach in IT. You play as 2 to 4 cooks and you need to split work and synchronise really well to cook enough food. This game also encourages lean kitchen operations. The game is the easiest with 2 players, tough with 4 and unplayable with 3.

    It's    It's may be the best coop game I ever played. I downloaded it despite childish design and it delivered. I would compare this game with Agile approach in IT. You play as 2 to 4 cooks and you need to split work and synchronise really well to cook enough food. This game also encourages lean kitchen operations. The game is the easiest with 2 players, tough with 4 and unplayable with 3.

    It's not 10/10 due to 2 reasons:
    -It's so challenging and players dependent that at some points it's even stressful.
    -It's so much tougher with 4 than it needs to be.    … Expand
  6. Robsferic
    Aug 7, 2016
    8
    This is a wonderful example of something Team17 is good at create games that you enjoy with friends. Had a blast playing it and I will return fo sure, This game is what PS4 and XboxOne needed to be able to use more than one controllers. Not all games are when played solo and this one is an example of that. It does not make it a bad game at all, but you need friends.
  7. khromos
    Apr 23, 2017
    9
    This game is almost perfect! I know the idea is bringing back the remote coop games, and I really appreciate that, however, sometimes, I think It should be better if you have the option to start an online campaign. Or even the other players could join your campaign, as well. After all, the experience is kinda frenetic and enjoying. This game is amazing!
  8. bobbsyw
    Sep 21, 2018
    8
    We bought this as a family co-op game that we could play with our 7 & 9 year old kids, and in that respect it's a brilliant game. Very simple to play, and splitting the controllers into two allows 4 player fun without having to fork out (sorry) for extra controllers. It is quite repetitive, but in short bursts as a bit of co-op fun it comes highly recommended.
  9. Elli27
    Oct 3, 2018
    9
    great coop game with a lot of variations some levels are frustrating and seem unfair but generally the challenge is fun and having someone to play this game is a must!
  10. bulger_paul
    Jun 21, 2019
    8
    Tense and relentless game about precise time management that has you juggling a dozen different tasks that challenges your ability to multitask. Get ready for endless insults and screaming matches if you play with a friend.
  11. RicBR
    Jul 10, 2019
    9
    Divertidíssimo para dois jogadores (não testei com mais), mas sem-graça para jogar sozinho. É bem difícil, não é um joguinho só para crianças como o visual sugere.. Requer estratégia.
  12. VirgonoShaka
    Jun 12, 2020
    8
    Overcooked is a game that showcases how smaller, simpler games can still be a blast. It is a perfect game to play with friends, with very easy controls, excellent level design, and super fun gameplay. With a few difficulty spikes here and there, the game is easy to play but difficult to master. All in all, this in one hell of a recipe, and a definite buy for parties.
  13. Berik
    Nov 21, 2018
    8
    Very fun with friends, challenging, and lots of levels to play. The story is funny. By the end of the game you wish there was more variation in the kinds of food you could make though, and online play would have been great.
  14. huxuh
    Jun 4, 2019
    10
    Overcooked is still my favorite couch co-op game to date. It plays so well with any mix of 2-4 players.
    I'm the worst at playing in my friend group, but it's always still a blast.
  15. Teamplar
    Aug 8, 2019
    10
    The game is very easy to play solo(no).
    But very funny to play with friends
  16. DerGluffy
    Oct 22, 2019
    8
    Es macht sehr Spaß mit Freunden man kann bis zu 4 lokalen spielern Spielen was aber Schade ist es gibt keinen Onlinemodus also musst du mit Shareplay spielen wenn dein Mitspieler nicht da ist
  17. tobivv
    Nov 26, 2019
    10
    Greatest party game out there. My only issue is that levels are a lot easier when played with fewer people.
  18. painava
    Jan 16, 2020
    8
    One of my favourite couch co-op games. Got the platinum trophy for this one.
  19. Biggleboi
    Jul 14, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Overcooked is a chaotic game.The goal is to cook for customers in different areas to satisfy the king onion so that way the apocalypse with food doesn't happen.The reason this game is so fun is because the more players the more chaos due to the fact that you have a timer and you have to rush to make all the customers happy witch is easier said than done due to whenever you come into someone you bump and bounce back.This game has some extra game modes to! Like player vs player where you and your opponent must try and get as many peoples dishes served as possible. In conclusione this game's chaos,i a fun way!Final sentence:don't drop the onion… Expand
  20. eggknight
    Jul 27, 2020
    8
    The current generation of console gaming doesn't offer many couch co-op options. When I found out about Overcooked, I was excited to finally play a game with my partner, especially a simpler game where you don't necessarily need "gaming" experience to enjoy. Overcooked isn't played for the graphics or story, because there's not much to mention in that department. But as a couch co-opThe current generation of console gaming doesn't offer many couch co-op options. When I found out about Overcooked, I was excited to finally play a game with my partner, especially a simpler game where you don't necessarily need "gaming" experience to enjoy. Overcooked isn't played for the graphics or story, because there's not much to mention in that department. But as a couch co-op experience, it excels at offering very entertaining gameplay. It encourages communication and time management, and even when we failed a level we couldn't help laughing. I felt the controls were sometimes inaccurate, and without a second player this game isn't nearly as enjoyable. But for a light-hearted and easy to play game, Overcooked doesn't face too many competitors.… Expand
  21. brockcheese
    Feb 26, 2022
    8
    This game is a lot of fun for a party game and you have to play with 4 players to make this enjoyable. Altogether really fun experience with forced cooperation.
  22. TresVoltesRebel
    Nov 10, 2020
    8
    Es de lo mejorcito que hay para jugar en compañía.
    Es divertido, entretenido y tiene cierto punto de desafío que te tendrá enganchado hasta completarlo, lástima que no sea un poco más largo.
  23. superpyro296
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    J'ai été très satisfait de mon expérience avec le jeu Overcooked. C'est surtout un jeu multijoueurs et l'aspect de coopération avec un ami est vraiment génial. J'évaluerais que le jeu a aussi un grand nombre de niveaux et qu'il est aussi assez facile à apprendre. Toutefois, ne vous attendez pas à des graphiques spectaculaires. Le rendu graphique est plutôt simple et ne représente pas toutJ'ai été très satisfait de mon expérience avec le jeu Overcooked. C'est surtout un jeu multijoueurs et l'aspect de coopération avec un ami est vraiment génial. J'évaluerais que le jeu a aussi un grand nombre de niveaux et qu'il est aussi assez facile à apprendre. Toutefois, ne vous attendez pas à des graphiques spectaculaires. Le rendu graphique est plutôt simple et ne représente pas tout le potentiel de la PS4. Voilà, un bon 8/10 pour ce jeu !… Expand
  24. Br_AgSs
    May 23, 2019
    8
    Very nice game, and hard too. Its best to play co-op, but it works just fine with single-player. Super fun, simple yet amazing game. Its nice to see games like this on the gaming industry sometimes
  25. SpringZulu
    Dec 28, 2021
    8
    This game is a damn fun game it is one of the best coop game i ever played the only problem is it gets really repetitive more soon than you thought when i reached the level with the horror level stuff? i just lost interest right away but yeah this game is just worth buying if you have a friend or siblings
  26. HeavyMachineGon
    Feb 3, 2021
    8
    玩过2代才对比出1代没那么优秀。
    画面比较硬，少了2代的柔和感。操作上不是很精准，经常走不稳站不稳。
    关卡比较少，难度偏低，我们两个一口气6小时就通关了本体。但不得不说最终的boss战还是非常刺激的，2代是没有boss战的。 吐槽一下付费DLC，性价比非常低，关卡少，也没有新菜，价格也不便宜。    玩过2代才对比出1代没那么优秀。
    画面比较硬，少了2代的柔和感。操作上不是很精准，经常走不稳站不稳。
    关卡比较少，难度偏低，我们两个一口气6小时就通关了本体。但不得不说最终的boss战还是非常刺激的，2代是没有boss战的。
    吐槽一下付费DLC，性价比非常低，关卡少，也没有新菜，价格也不便宜。
  27. PotatoGames
    Nov 15, 2021
    8
    Great party game to play at home or with friends online, also helps to build team work for those attempting to obtain all the trophies/achievements in the game. Not sure if I'll go back to it as much more than a party game since it doesn't have much replayability.
  28. p1nkhouse
    May 17, 2022
    8
    What a brilliant game! So much fun (and stress) - been amazing playing it with my partner.
    Simple concept but loads of fun when played as a couch co-op! Really good couples game!
  29. senritsuz
    Feb 10, 2022
    10
    I honestly was putting this game on a hold and here I find my self playing tgis very frequently with my friends in family an excellent game.
  30. Yousefdoz15
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    Overcooked 2 is a nice game to play with friends but playing multiplayer it bad because sometimes it takes forever to find a party or in the game someone leave

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#86 Best PS4 Game of 2016
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#72 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. GameSpot
    Nov 23, 2016
    80
    Overcooked contains all the necessary ingredients for a truly excellent co-op game.
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  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Nov 9, 2016
    86
    Overcooked is a tasty snack to enjoy between AAA games. It’s often a frustratingly difficult party game, but never a boring one. [Oct 2016]
  3. Games Master UK
    Oct 3, 2016
    82
    The best local multiplayer game of 2016 so far - this is co-op chaos that anyone can enjoy. [Oct 2006, p.78]
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