Kitchen Nightmare was a delightful surprise. The game’s unique blend of time management and restaurant chaos creates a compelling experience. And the humorous tone is appreciated. The core gameplay loop of cooking omelets and serving customers is satisfyingly addictive. The sound effects are well-implemented and the music creates a fittingly calming atmosphere in a chaotic space.
While the restaurant management aspect shows promise, there are a few areas for improvement. The ability to block oneself in with furniture by placing it in a "door square" is a frustrating oversight that can quickly derail progress and loss of a game. I don't know, why your money balance is reset every night, but with a 100$ budget you can never buy a jukebox 😔. Finally, the customer AI could benefit from some random behavior in table selection, not always picking the same table.
Despite these minor issues, Kitchen Nightmare is a fun and enjoyable game that showcases the potential of its core mechanics. I kept and kept playing, which is a really good sign!
