Overcooked!: Special Edition

 Switch
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
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  1. The Digital Fix
    Aug 29, 2017
    70
    Overcooked Special Edition on the Nintendo Switch is a fantastic slice of old school local player co-operative fun held back by the lack of a workable single-player mode and dogged by a series of annoying but not game-breaking performance issues. Packaged with both pieces of paid DLC for free, if you are a Nintendo Switch owner who will routinely have the opportunity to play with family or friends then even with the stated issues you’re in for an absolute hoot.
  2. Vgames
    Aug 21, 2017
    65
    Overcooked is still one of the best couch co-op games, even with the troubling framerate and weird bugs on the Nintendo Switch. The game keeps the excellent and chaotic gameplay of the original versions of the game, but with the addition of new DLC with harder levels. The game needs to iron out its technical problems before I can recommend it, though.
  3. Vooks
    Aug 28, 2017
    60
    Overcooked is a hectic party game that is great fun if you've got people to play with, but is enjoyable enough if you don't. It's a great addition to the Switch's library but it could have done with a bit more time in the kitchen to sort out its performance issues that keep me from rating this any higher. If those are fixed then its biggest issue is the painful gatekeeping of campaign levels that eventually just become padding rather than a learning aid.
  5. Cubed3
    Aug 7, 2017
    60
    An interesting idea that is lots of fun given the right crowd, but despite its best efforts to make for intriguing level design, the more bells and whistles added to the kitchen layout, the more room there is for frustration to creep in. Overcooked! Special Edition is the best value version so far, with DLC already included, and those that enjoyed it before will enjoy it again. However, just be warned that solo players should steer clear, and those wanting multiplayer fun need to make sure those in tow are not inept at juggling numerous tasks under tense conditions or else the entire group will just quickly start to hate the game and each other…
  6. GamingTrend
    Aug 8, 2017
    55
    The core premise and style of Overcooked is a perfect fit for Nintendo’s portable console, but its technical performance ruins the experience. There aren’t many issues that couldn’t be fixed with a patch, but as it stands, Overcooked offers an exciting cooperative experience which is quickly hampered by performance issues.
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  1. TheSixthAxis
    Aug 2, 2017
    Overcooked and the Nintendo Switch are really a perfect match of frantic co-op cooking and a games console that’s all about taking games on the go and sharing them with people. Right now it’s difficult to wholeheartedly recommend this version though, given the widely reported frame rate issues. Here’s hoping they can cook up a fix sooner rather than later.

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 130 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 95 out of 130
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 130
  3. Negative: 15 out of 130
  1. LuccaSSC
    Jul 27, 2017
    9
    This is the perfect example of how couch co-op games should be made. Overcooked: Special Edition for the Switch is extremely fun andThis is the perfect example of how couch co-op games should be made. Overcooked: Special Edition for the Switch is extremely fun and challenging when playing with friends, and somewhat enjoyable when playing alone. The HD Rumble function is perfectly executed, making the game even better.… Full Review »
  2. brimat
    Jul 28, 2017
    4
    It has potential but there are some major flaws. The biggest issue is the performance. They targeted 30fps but it chugs along at 15. There areIt has potential but there are some major flaws. The biggest issue is the performance. They targeted 30fps but it chugs along at 15. There are input lag issues too. I go to pick up a plate and end up repeatedly picking it up/putting it down due to input lag.

    The difficulty curve is too steep. There's no time to master anything or even get used to a new gimmick before they're throwing something else at you in the next level. Maybe the input lag and performance issues messed with their ability to balance the difficulty. Seems likely.

    If they fix the performance issues then this is an 8 or 9. Until then, I can't recommend it even though I really wanted to like it after looking forward to it for so long.    … Full Review »
  3. Auberon_Barnabl
    Aug 6, 2017
    0
    Don't buy this game until the major performance problems are patched. Game is running 23-24 fps at all times. As reviewers don't appear to beDon't buy this game until the major performance problems are patched. Game is running 23-24 fps at all times. As reviewers don't appear to be letting this address their scores I'll be giving this a big fat Zero since the devs apparently think we are imbeciles.… Full Review »
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