Overcooked Reviews

Overcooked is ranked in the 79th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Gareth Fidler
Top Critic
8 / 10
Oct 30, 2016

Like all the best party games, its strength lies in its simplicity, its clever design, and the fact that it's just so much darn fun to play. Overcooked is one of those rare gems that possesses the ability to endlessly generate comedy moments and is the perfect choice for those lengthy multiplayer sessions, though probably best avoided if Gordon Ramsay is due a visit.

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Owen Chan
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2016

There isn’t much to write about this, it’s a solid game that’s really fun as a co-op game for a games night/party and a nice family game after the Sunday roast. Video options weren’t key for me, especially if it’s not demanding on the system. But, the caveat to the high score is if it were have sold itself purely as a single player game and at the same RRP, then it might have the issue of being undercooked.

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8.4 / 10.0
Aug 3, 2016

Overcooked is one of the best cooperative multiplayer games that I've ever had the privilege of playing.

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6.5 / 10.0
Apr 24, 2017

The ease of access doesn’t necessarily translate into ease of play; while the controls are simple, they aren’t always super-intuitive. I can’t even begin to describe how many times I messed up a dish or flubbed my timing due to the game not doing what I thought it would do.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 29, 2018

Overcooked presents itself with very few issues and a good amount of fun. Even though the solo gameplay is a lesser experience compared to the frantic 4 player co-op which spawns both hilarious and frustrating moments.

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8.8 / 10.0
Aug 1, 2016

Overcooked was a great and challenging game that features a fantastic cooperative experience.

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7.5 / 10.0
Aug 7, 2016

Overcooked is a great couch co-op game with fun gameplay and charming visuals. The game is best played with a group of friends and playing solo is extremely difficult. Lack of online multiplayer detracts slightly from the overall score. If you have the people to play with, I recommend picking this game up for a good party game.

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7 / 10
Aug 2, 2016

A charming couch co-op that's surprisingly challenging in later levels. Best played with friends.

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Aug 25, 2016

My time with Overcooked was a blast and it fully gets my recommendation as a buy, even at full price. But be aware that you won't find nearly as much fun to be had unless you bring together a group who will play in your living room, or kitchen; I'm not one to judge.

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7 / 10.0
Jul 31, 2016

I don’t think it’s a game for everyone, but if you’re looking for a fun filler game for two (or more), then you may want to give this a shot.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 1, 2016

You’ll have a lot of fun with Overcooked as long as you have people to play it with. As a single player experience it’s lacking, but then it was never intended to be a single player game.

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4 / 5
Aug 17, 2016

Overcooked is a fun game that you can keep coming back to again and again. Couch co-op means you can play with a multitude of different people, giving you endless fun. The only part of this game I didn’t enjoy was when I was playing on my own. You definitely need to get a couple of friends over to enjoy the game fully. At £12.99/$16.99 this game is a steal and definitely worth your time with a few friends.

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7.5 / 10.0
Oct 9, 2016

The game is very likeable, oozes with humor and apart from slightly higher difficulty, isn’t frustrating. Still, controllers and friends are mandatory. It takes a lot to make a stew and Overcooked’s is more than satisfying.

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7.8 / 10.0
Nov 17, 2016

What Team 17 offers is really a simple but absolutely fun title, rich in lots of content. And, although the title does not feature an online multiplayer, this is not so relevant, indeed, the ability to play it alone or in LAN is enough to make it a worthy note. There will be absolutely no moments to get bored, every challenge is captivating and completely engaging!

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71 / 100
Jul 28, 2017
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4.5 / 5.0
Jun 29, 2018

A very solid and fun multiplayer experience. It works in singleplayer but really shines in multiplayer. The level design and style make it stand out. If only cooking were this fun in real life.

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9 / 10.0
Aug 1, 2016

If you have a friend or three coming over, this is an amazing way to spend an evening. Overcooked is one of the most fun titles we've played in months, and one we revisit often. Try it for yourself.

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57%
Aug 5, 2016

Overcooked is a fun game with friends but can be extremely boring if you're playing alone. This game is more Undercooked than Overcooked

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Recommended
Jun 20, 2017

Overcooked wants to show you the wacky fun of cooking with friends, but I should have guessed by the time it sent us to hell’s literal kitchen that we as a culture need to reassess exactly what that fun looks like.

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