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Cooking Simulator 2: Better TogetherNewsHOTFIX #5
Game update

HOTFIX #5

Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together · published 9 Apr 2026, 19:25 UTC · build 22718332

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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)
• Orders (O)
• Quests (J)
• Changed the player list shortcut from B to G to avoid conflicts• Added Wooden Spoon to first-day shop purchases made by MentorBug Fixes
• Fixed issue where the “Spiced” tag did not appear after adding the required seasoning
• Fixed issue where the “Meat” tag did not appear in dishes containing meatSoup-related fixes and improvements

  • Added small tolerance for ingredient and seasoning amounts before triggering errors - Previously, differences as small as 1mg could cause issues due to rounding

  • Added mixture type localization on container hover

  • Fixed inconsistencies in flavor compared to blueprints in blended recipes

  • Updated soup quest logic

  • Improved cooking state logic for ingredient cells

  • Cooking state now changes only when temperature increases

  • Fixes issues such as croutons becoming “cooked” after being added to hot soup


Other

  • Fixed accepting orders via the Orders app

  • Pinned orders in chat now display correctly

  • Fix for client joining host (rare cases)

  • Fixed day phase multiplier calculation

Stats Manager

  • Fixed how quests are saved and loaded

  • Quest progression should now persist correctly after loading a save - Note: previously missing data cannot be restored in older saves

  • Optimization for ingredient pieces

  • Fixed Pineapple Pieces hover issue and BBQ Cheeseburger recipe problem:

Updated localization for Pineapple Pieces
Fixed BBQ Cheeseburger recipe so Emmentaler is sliced correctly

  • Fixed multi-seasoning not working on stackable ingredient slices

  • Fixed ingredient data pool using incorrect thermal capacities

We’re doing our best going through all the feedback you’ve been sharing with us, reading your reports, discussions, and suggestions across every channel. It really helps us understand what matters most to you and where the game can be improved.


Our team is actively working to turn that feedback into real changes, whether that means fixing issues, improving existing systems, or adding quality of life features that make the game feel better moment to moment.


We truly appreciate how engaged and supportive this community has been. Your feedback plays a huge role in shaping the game, and we’ll keep doing our best to deliver updates that reflect what you’re telling us.As always, thank you for your continued feedback and support.
Keep it coming!
Big Cheese Studio

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