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Review of Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3 on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Oct 2020
Cover image of Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3 on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 14 Oct 2020
Genre: Simulation
Developer: Vertigo Gaming
Publisher: Vertigo Gaming

Introduction

Picture this: a dystopian future, a food truck, and a whole heap of culinary chaos. "Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?!" throws you into the frying pan (literally) with a fresh twist on the series. Join the world of competitive cooking while navigating a zany storyline that would have even Gordon Ramsay blinking in disbelief. Buckle up - we're serving you a delicious review!

Gameplay

Just like your Aunt Betty's Thanksgiving dinner, gameplay is complicated yet comforting. You'll start by assembling a menu of dishes, and each one has a prep difficulty that ranges from 'I-got-this' to 'what-even-is-this'. Armed with a singular food truck, you're a gladiator in the culinary coliseum known as Iron Speedway. Cooking becomes a race against time with precious seconds ticking away amidst customers who are waiting, and there's no time for a bathroom break. Between frying and chopping, you might even find your cooking skills translating into real life-or maybe they'll just ignite a new hobby in microwave dinners. Now, if you find yourself overwhelmed, there's a 'Chill' mode that scales down the madness, so you can literally take a breather between orders. Breathe in the sweet aroma of virtual food, and breathe out the stress of serving it while controlling two food truck androids, Cleaver and Whisk, who have enough sass to keep anyone entertained. The more successful you are, the bigger and wackier your food truck becomes! Just imagine having your own food truck that's bigger than your ex's ego - it's a sight to behold. Also, let's talk about the absolutely outrageous customization options. You can deck out your truck as a rainbow-colored unicorn or a pirate ship, and the recipe options can have you serving everything from burritos to bizarre food hybrids. It's a culinary potluck with no rules, save for the ones you decide to break while completing orders. Just like your culinary fiend cousin, this game encourages you to experiment. Competitive cooking meets high-stakes chaos, and your skills will be tested to the point where your friends might wonder if you've secretly been in a casting call for a cooking reality show.

Graphics

Graphically, 'Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?!' leans heavily into a colorful and cartoony style that screams, 'Hey, life's too short to be boring!' The visuals are bright, audacious, and as varied as the meals you're preparing. The food looks scrumptious, and the character design-complete with charming androids-brings a level of charisma that could even melt the hearts of diehard meat lovers. It's like someone threw a children's drawing into a blender with a high-resolution art style, and the result is nothing short of delightful. Not to mention the animations-watching your food being prepared, flipped, and presented is joy incarnate, especially if you enjoy seeing food dance through the air before it's served to customers who might just take a bite out of your hard work. Your food truck is a vibrant hot spot in a grim future, exemplifying how joy can thrive even when the world might be falling apart.

Conclusion

In the wild world of cooking simulations, 'Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?!' serves up a piping-hot dish brimming with creativity, humor, and delightful chaos. The merge of intense gameplay with whimsical storytelling and vibrant art guarantees a feast for the senses, all from the comfort of your couch (or bed if you're feeling like a total couch potato). Whether you're a simulation veteran or just someone who likes to watch things burn in a kitchen, this game will keep you engaged. Like a well-cooked steak, it's juicy, satisfying, and seasoned just right. So grab your Joy-Cons and dive into this culinary escapade; just remember, the next time you're serving up gourmet pretzels or exploding burritos, it's all in the name of delicious fun. "Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?!" is not just a game; it's a challenging food fight you can take part in right from your Switch-grab it today and get cooking!

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