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Chef ChenNewsChef Chen - A brand new version is coming!
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Chef Chen - A brand new version is coming!

Chef Chen · published 13 Jul 2023, 17:01 UTC · build 11685222

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The Chinese game name has been changed from "Lao Chen" to "Chef Chen"


Chef Chen has undergone a great transformation! From now on, please call him Master "Chef Chen". This experienced chef is ready to take you on a brand new adventure journey.

New levels are waiting for you to challenge!


Chef Chen and his companions roam the world and embark on an exciting and tense cooking journey. New levels are waiting for you to challenge! Daytime levels, nighttime levels, and satisfying and challenging boss levels allow you to enjoy more kinds of gaming experiences.

New monsters and characters are waiting for you to discover!


Are you ready to welcome new companions? We proudly introduce the latest member of the Chef Chen team - Pepper, a cute cat character, ready to accompany you on your cooking adventure. In addition, don't miss these charming trash can monsters who professionally handle burnt food, ensuring that your kitchen environment is always clean and tidy!

New continuous serving and combo system


Now, you can get higher scores by serving continuously! Show off your cooking skills, continuously serve, and win more points for yourself.

User interface fully upgraded


We have fully upgraded the interface of the game to make your gaming experience smoother. The main menu, loading screen, big map selection screen, settlement screen, and tutorial graphics are all carefully crafted to immerse you in the game world.

New music and sound effects bring immersion


We not only bring you three new game music, but also add sound effects and special effects when cooking utensils are finished, making you feel like you are in a real kitchen.

Dazzling new opening animation


The new version of "Chef Chen" brings you a wonderful opening performance! The new opening animation will make you feel the unique charm of the game from the beginning.

New save system, save game progress anytime, anywhere


The new save system is here! No more worrying about losing game progress, you now have three save slots to save game progress at any time. Pause the adventure at any time and continue playing easily.

Game screen optimization, bringing a more beautiful visual feast


We have carefully adjusted the game screen to make it more exquisite. The game logo image and character running and attacking animations have all been updated. The progress bar of the kitchen utensils is now more intuitive, and the growth status of the vines has also been optimized. The game background image has been replaced to bring you a richer game world.

Game operation optimization, allowing you to control more smoothly


We have redesigned the character control buttons to make it easier for you to control the character. In addition, now you can still attack while holding an item, greatly improving your flexibility in obtaining ingredients.

Other adjustments, bringing you a better gaming experience


The character selection system has been updated, making it more convenient for you to choose your favorite character. At the same time, we have carried out score balance adjustments to make the game more challenging. The details of the operation have also been optimized, allowing you to master every detail in the game more accurately.

Are you ready for the brand new version of "Chef Chen"? Come and show off your cooking skills, and embark on a new adventure journey with Chef Chen!

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