Whenever Team17 are behind something, there’s a good chance that it is able to deliver on its promise. Epic Chef is the latest to come out of that stable and this one promises much, as players are given the opportunity to take the culinary crown as they head through a narrative-driven histrionic adventure.
Created by the team at Infinigon Games, helped along by the veterans of Team17, Epic Chef comes to Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch and PC to send gamers off on an adventure of a lifetime.
It sees them following the life and times of Zest as he rocks up in the land of Ambrosia with the express intention of becoming the finest chef to have ever cooked. It’s here where the story plays out as a narrative unfolds and food fights are taken on. You see, it’s food and the recipe system which powers Epic Chef, with player creations running into the thousands, all thanks to various combinations of different ingredients.
As Zest looks to restore his home to former glories, the world of Ambrosia opens up to all manner of odd jobs. Expect to go fishing – yeah, much like we did in Moonglow Bay – , expect to take in spa trips and spend a bit of time chatting to the locals.
In all, there’s a lot going on in Epic Chef, with just the key features sitting as follows…
- COOKING MASTERCHEF – In Epic Chef you will combine ingredients, stirring and tossing with culinary precision to bring out the flavour elements of Vigor, Sophistication and Spirit in your dishes. This forms the core of the cooking experience that you must master in order to become the very best chef in Ambrosia.
- DELICIOUS DISHES – Dish synergy and ingredient properties combine with a dynamic recipe creation system, meaning that you can experiment with thousands of different combinations to create a unique menu of decadent delights. Serving Rats with Tomatoes and Potatoes? Don’t you mean Tomato Souffle and Vermin Slices in Starchy Cream?!
- INTENSE CHEF BATTLES – Take on bitter rival chefs in epic culinary clashes to see who is crowned cooking king of Ambrosia! Dishes are scored on a variety of things from ingredients, to flavours, strength and more, with no two judges having the same taste. Become an even greater chef by utilising the addition of sauces to alter the properties of your dishes and influence the judges to win their favour.
- HOMEGROWN N’ HOMEMADE – Live off your land by growing foods such as fruit and vegetables, gather resources to craft specialised machinery that can process your ingredients further, and even create new recipe components whilst you tend to an eclectic mix of animal livestock from cows to unicorns! And don’t forget to repair and customise your dilapidated (and slightly haunted) villa!
- VISIT AMBROSIA – Welcome to Ambrosia, a place of gastronomic delight and agriculture wonder, renowned the world over. You are free to explore all that Ambrosia has to offer, from winding narrow streets to lush green fields, from quaint restaurants to bustling taverns, all full to the brim with ‘friendly’ locals eager to meet you.
We’re on a full review of how this adventure looks to unfold and will be able to provide our thoughts in the coming days. Really though, with the names behind it and the premise ahead of it, there should be no reason why this one can fail.
Get over to the digital store of your choosing should you agree. You’ll find Epic Chef priced at £17.99 from the Xbox Store for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. It’s also on PlayStation, Switch and PC. There’s a trial available too.
Game Description:
Epic Chef is a story-driven adventure game flavoured with life-sim farming, and crafting elements, blended together into one delicious dish via an interactive cooking experience – all served with a side of humour and elaborate cast of characters inspired by classics such as Mister Ajikko, or the writing of Sir Terry Pratchett. Grab your spatula and start on your journey to become… Epic Chef! Get ready to embark on a culinary quest unlike any other as you take on the role of Zest; from humble beginnings you will build a farm, grow delectable ingredients, craft machinery and cook your way to becoming the most Epic Chef in Ambrosia!
