Coffee Talk

 Xbox One
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. TheXboxHub
    Jan 28, 2020
    90
    Visual novels aren’t for everyone, but after playing this I am intrigued to explore the genre a bit more. It is an early contender for Indie Game of the Year – it is such a joyous game.
  2. AusGamers
    May 18, 2020
    85
    What you should be preparing yourself for is a game with massive dialogue and very little in the way of ‘gaming’. It’s not a detriment, as it helps the experience standout, and I couldn’t stop once I was fully invested in all the characters. Plus, it’s a quirky Indie and fringe developers need all the help we can give them. So pull up a stool and order something warm, this might just become your new favourite cafe.

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 39
  3. Negative: 3 out of 39
  1. Xbox_Alive
    Jan 31, 2020
    8
    Coffee Talk is an Interactive Novel. Centered around an unseen barista (you) the game focuses on real-world issues, in a wild fantasy SeattleCoffee Talk is an Interactive Novel. Centered around an unseen barista (you) the game focuses on real-world issues, in a wild fantasy Seattle in 2020. You will watch and listen as a host of well-written characters go about their daily woes, and stop by your cafe to unwind and chat. your interactions with these characters is your making the drinks they've ordered, like any good barista. As you advance you gain access to more drink recipes. You will be asked to make drinks you don't know, with little hints as to how to make them. The drink crafting system utilizes a combination of three ingredients to make each drink. Getting a drink wrong, or serving an alternate drink can alter the flow of the game, enticing you to go back and try again, attempting to figure out what drinks you got wrong the first time. The story spans over two weeks, in which time you get to know most of your clientele quite well. The soundtrack is a smooth lo-fi set of tunes, enhancing the chill factor of the Cafe, and keeping the overall mood. Coffee Talk is an enriching game that touches on a lot of real-world issues, and touchy ones at that. It handles all of these issues well without becoming partial or pushing any agendas. This game was a great experience, and the stories are deep, granting you the feel of knowing these characters, personally relatable or not!… Full Review »
  2. JayLando22
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    The gameplay is meaningless. All you can do is make hot drinks but it has no bearing on the narrative. I looked it up, there are unlocks butThe gameplay is meaningless. All you can do is make hot drinks but it has no bearing on the narrative. I looked it up, there are unlocks but no matter what you do the story is the story.

    So the story is PRETTY IMPORTANT! Too bad it is the laziest tropes and an offensive grafting of the "its about racism but it is orcs and elves as the minorities". It is just as lazy as that Will Smith film everyone called ORC COP.

    I "played" this for an hour and got through a few in-game days and when it was not cringe-inducing or offensive it was BORING! I quit because I started to fall asleep playing and thought "what am I doing?!"    … Full Review »
  3. Whomstami
    Oct 21, 2020
    10
    This is definitely not for everyone, as most Visual Novels are. However, if you are one who is fascinated by fantasy, realism, beverageThis is definitely not for everyone, as most Visual Novels are. However, if you are one who is fascinated by fantasy, realism, beverage making, or even just people and how they interact and share experiences and feelings, then you should definitely try this game. The core mechanic of coffee making is great once you get a rhythm for it, the game welcomes experimentation as long as it's not too drastic, the characters are likable and have charm, and the story is entertaining despite being just everyday problems and conversations. Please try this game, because you will more than likely not be disappointed. Also, the music is absolutely astounding and easily the best part of the game, combining lo-fi with jazz and a bit of techno. I quite love it.… Full Review »
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