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| Sale | We're Part of the "From Poland with Love" Steam Sale! At this point, it's basically a tradition! Once again, it's time to celebrate Polish gaming with us and 40+ Polish publishers/developers during the "From Poland With Love" Steam Sale, hosted by Untold Tales. Discover 200+ games at massive discounts, all in one place. 🤍❤️ Polish gems made with love, care, and ingenuity. 🤍❤️ Hey Chefs! We're excited to be part of the From Poland With Love event… | — | |
| In-game event | PATCH #7 - Plating Improvements, New Customizations & More Fixes Hi everyone, We've just released another update packed with gameplay improvements, visual upgrades, quality-of-life features, and a long list of fixes across the game. As always, thank you for all the feedback and bug reports. Every patch is shaped by what you're sharing with us, and we're continuing to improve Cooking Simulator 2 step by step. Plating Improvements We've continued refining the… | 24237912 | |
| Game update | HOTFIX #9 - Save issues fix Hi everyone, We’ve just released a small hotfix focused on save loading issues and progression fixes. Fixes: • Fixed an issue causing an infinite loading screen when loading saved games in the Ecru Atelier kitchen • Fixed broken game states that could occur after loading saved Ecru Atelier kitchen games • Fixed an issue preventing players from unlocking the “Senior Connoisseur of Tastes” achiev… | 23965852 | |
| In-game event | PATCH #6 - GN Containers interactions, fixes and stability Hi everyone, Patch #6 is now live! This update focuses on improving kitchen interactions, expanding GN container functionality, visual improvements, and a large number of fixes across gameplay, UI, multiplayer, and overall polish. Thanks again for all the feedback and reports. Every update helps us continue improving Cooking Simulator 2 step by step. GN Containers & New Interactions We’ve expan… | 23915158 | |
| Major update | Major Update Is Now Live – Customer Wiki, Assembly, Avatar Customizations & More Hi Chefs, We've just released a major update for Cooking Simulator 2. This update introduces one of the most requested features since launch, expands character customization, improves assembly and kitchen interactions, adds a large number of tutorial improvements, and delivers another round of performance optimizations and bug fixes across the game. As always, thank you for all the feedback, re… | 23780008 | |
| In-game event | PATCH #5 - Optimization, Improvements & Fixes Hi everyone, We’ve just released Patch #5. This update focuses on performance improvements, tutorial polish, quality of life changes, and another large batch of gameplay and system fixes based on your feedback. Thanks again for all the reports, clips, saves, and suggestions. They continue helping us track issues down much faster. Features & Improvements Performance & Optimization · Optimized in… | 23471187 | |
| In-game event | PATCH #4 - Text-based Recipes, Fluids and More! Hey Chefs! Patch #4 is Live now, and it's a big one! This update focuses heavily on networking improvements, memory optimizations, tutorial polish, visual upgrades for ingredients and liquids, and a large number of gameplay and multiplayer fixes. Thanks again for all the reports and suggestions so far. They’ve been incredibly helpful while working through these updates. Features & Improvements… | 23364602 | |
| Game update | HOTFIX #8 - Tutorial Hi everyone, We’ve just released a new hotfix focused mainly on tutorial improvements and fixing progression blockers for new players. Tutorial Improvements We made several changes to improve the flow of the first tutorial day and make instructions clearer: • Added a red outline and mentor message when fries are oversalted during the tutorial • Tutorial progression is now blocked until 4 correc… | 23231037 | |
| In-game event | PATCH #3 - Performance & Network improvements, other fixes. Hi everyone, Patch #3 is now live. This update focuses heavily on performance, networking improvements, along with a number of gameplay and save-related fixes. As always, thank you for all the feedback and reports. They continue to help us track down issues and improve the experience step by step. Features & Improvements Video Settings · Added camera FOV slider to video settings · Added Visual… | 23177455 | |
| Community | 🚧 Network Issues Beta Test Branch Now Available 🚧 Hey everyone! Some of you are experiencing a specific issues with Cooking Simulator 2, Error Codes popping up etc - We are working on the solution, and to speed up the process we need your help! We’ve set up a special beta branch ( bcs_beta ) to test and possibly fix the network issues some of you have been experiencing (errors like 1, 104, and similar codes ). If you’re running into these prob… | — | |
| Game update | HOTFIX #7 Hi everyone, We’ve just rolled out a small hotfix addressing a few issues reported after the latest update. Fixes · Fixed an issue where it was not possible to unlock all flavor preferences · Fixed incorrect data being displayed on the flavor diagram in the dish evaluation screen · Fixed an issue in the cozy home mode where full progression was unintentionally unlocked in the player’s apartment… | — | |
| In-game event | PATCH #2 Patch #2 is now live. This one brings a mix of performance improvements, gameplay updates, and a lot of fixes across different systems. As always, thanks for all the feedback so far. It really helped us decide what to focus on next. Features & Improvements • Improved memory usage in the shop • Added option to start a solo cozy home-only game • Improved save system performance Especially when ov… | 23011923 | |
| In-game event | PATCH #1 Hi Chefs, After a series of hotfixes, It's time for the PATCH #1. This one focuses on fixing some of the issues, improving clarity, and cleaning up a lot of smaller things across the game. As always, thank you for all the reports and feedback. It’s been a big help in figuring out what needed attention first. UI & Quality of Life We’ve made a few changes to make things clearer, especially around… | 22821361 | |
| Game update | HOTFIX #6 - Putting Things Back to Containers Hi everyone, We’ve just rolled out another update with performance improvements and bug fixes. Thanks for all your feedback — it really helps us keep improving the game. Features · Graphics performance improvements for post-processing and outlines · Added a requested functionality for returning ingredients to spawners - NO MORE MISTAKES WITH TAKING WRONG INGREDIENT - Just press "Q" and put it b… | 22733970 | |
| Game update | HOTFIX #5 Hi Chefs! Time for another hotfix! Without further ado, here’s what’s included in this update: Features & Improvements · Minor Multiplayer performance improvements · Optimization of heat sense and spoilage sense systems · UI performance improvements, including optimized input hint allocations Shortcuts & Menu Access Added shortcuts for quick access to key panels: • Blueprints (B) • Day Menu (M)… | 22718332 | |
| Game update | Quick Hotfix - Ingredients floating in the air - Radeon Graphics Card Users Quick Hotfix Update Since launch, we’ve received reports from players about ingredients displaying incorrectly during plating. We identitied that this issue is occuring in general for the people who are using AMD Radeon GPUs (notably the 5000, 6000, 7000, and 9000 series). This issue caused noticeable visual glitches and impacted the overall presentation. Such as this: We’ve implemented a quick… | 22697506 | |
| Game update | Hotfix #4 Hi everyone, We’ve just rolled out another hotfix update focused on gameplay improvements, balance adjustments, and important bug fixes. Thanks again for all your feedback - it continues to help us quickly identify and resolve issues. Gameplay & Balance Changes • Improved placement surfaces → Fixed incorrect setup of surfaces where items can be placed → Added new valid placement spots where it… | 22683157 | |
| Game update | Hotfix #3 Hi everyone, We’ve just rolled out another update with balance changes, new features, and a range of fixes to improve overall gameplay experience. This update focuses on progression tuning, economy adjustments, and improving clarity for players — especially those new to the game. Balance & Gameplay Changes • Adjusted experience gain, pricing multipliers, and tips → You now earn more EXP, but sl… | 22640410 | |
| Game update | Hotfix #2 Hi everyone, We’ve just rolled out our next set of hotfixes. This update focuses on addressing some of the most urgent issues reported since launch. Thank you for all the reports and feedback so far, it has helped us quickly identify and prioritize these fixes. What’s Changed Features: · Liquids that are not soups are no longer incorrectly labeled as soups and are now properly described · Added… | 22623565 | |
| Game update | Hotfix #1 Hi everyone, We’ve just rolled out our first set of hotfixes. This update focuses on addressing some of the most urgent issues reported since launch. Thank you for all the reports and feedback so far, it has helped us quickly identify and prioritize these fixes. What’s Changed Features · Fixed an urgent issue where closed sessions could become public after returning to the kitchen from the play… | 22606049 | |
| Community | We hear your feedback - hotfixes are on the way! We want to take a bit of your time to talk about the state of the game and the feedback we’ve been receiving from you for past couple of hours since the game launched. First of all – thank you for buying the game and reviewing it on steam – we really appreciate the comments about what’s great about the sequel, and what are the things you don’t like at all. We are currently going through your re… | — | |
| Steam news | The Kitchen is Open – Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together is OUT NOW The time has come, Chefs 👨🍳🔥 Grab your apron, sharpen your knives, and step into the kitchen. Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together is OUT NOW on Steam 🤝 Cook Together For the first time, Cooking Simulator goes fully co-op. Run a restaurant with your friends and experience what it really means to work in a kitchen together. Split responsibilities, coordinate your actions, and try to keep ev… | — | |
| Community | Cooking Together Changes Everything! Hi Chefs! There are less than 2 weeks left until the release of Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together! So it's time to talk about couple of different things, in this series we'll be talking about different parts of game and gameplay. So sharpen your knives, and prepare for what's coming! Cooking Together Changes Everything One of the most important additions in the sequel is full online cooperat… | — | |
| Community | Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together - Release Date Update Hey Chefs! We want to share an important update regarding the release of Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together . After careful consideration, we’ve decided to move the release date to March 31st, 2026 . This decision wasn’t made lightly. Nowadays, it’s no longer enough to simply create a good game - our goal is to deliver an experience that feels extraordinary , memorable, and truly worth your t… | — | |
| Community | Devlog: Character Creator Hi Chefs! 👨🍳 Today’s devlog focuses on character creation and personalization, showing how you can shape your appearance, style, and identity as you build your culinary career. Cooking has always been about personality. In Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together , we wanted that personality to start long before the first dish hits the pan. That is why we created the character creation and custo… | — | |
| Community | We’d love to ask for your help in picking names for them Hi Chef's While we are setting up another round of playtests, we would like to invite you to take part in a little game: Find the Name ! Cooking isn’t all about work and glory. After a long day, it’s good to relax — and nothing sparks a good mood like a delicious meal. One of the places where you can unwind in Cooking Simulator 2 is the Chef’s Flat , where you can chill out, work on new ideas,… | — | |
| Community | Blueprints: The Ultimate Recipe for Creativity - Playtest Chefs of the world — get ready. In Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together, we’ve taken one of the biggest leaps since the first game. This time, you’re not just following recipes… you’re writing them. In the first Cooking Simulator, recipes were pretty much “carved in stone.” Stray from the instructions and any deviation from the instructions was treated as a mistake. Not anymore. With our brand-… | — | |
| Community | Cooking Simulator 2 Playtest Hi Chefs!🧑🍳 As some of you may know, we've recently started a playtest for the game. For those of you who've been selected to take part in the playtest, join our Discord to receive a second key to share with your friend. For those who didn't, there might also be a chance to get into the playtests via a competition soon :) | — |
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