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Raise Your Spatula and Tap into Your Inner Chef With These Immersive SIMs

November 12, 2024 / by Louigi Balao / 3 mins read

I’m pretty sure we know how it goes around in the kitchen, especially with the added stress of people like Gordon Ramsey we see on TV; it’s thrilling but also nerve-wracking. Nevertheless, we have dreamed of being a master chef at different times. So, even as you prepare eggs as you read this article, you can also place yourself in a great position that drives you to be a better cook. Take note because we will list some simulators to aid your journey to becoming a better chef. 

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Cooking Simulator

PC | PlayStation | Xbox | Switch

It may be an obvious title, but it still makes the list. Cooking Simulator puts the player in the shoes of a professional chef, giving them a highly detailed and interactive experience. What’s in it? 

From Steam Official Website

The game offers a realistic cooking experience with a boatload of recipes. You can follow these recipes step-by-step or play Ratatouille and create your own masterpiece. The fun thing about this game is the physics incorporated into its system, which ensures authentic and difficult gameplay. 

 

Food Truck Simulator

PC | PlayStation | Xbox | Switch

Perhaps you don’t want to be contained within the four walls of your kitchen. You can take your cuisine to the road with Food Truck Simulator. In addition to food, you will also keep track of the upgrades your truck will require, as better facilities mean more cash. Travel to different locations, serve unique dishes and cater to a diverse customer base. 

 

From Steam Official Website

The game combines cooking mechanics with business management, challenging you to prepare delicious food and strategically decide menu items, pricing, and truck upgrades. It's really fun and a great way to pass the time–oh, and you can clean your cooking stations as an added detail. 

 

Barista Simulator

PC | Xbox 

For those who appreciate the art of coffee, Barista Simulator is a dream come true. 

This game allows you to step into the role of a barista, managing a café and crafting the perfect cup of coffee. You’ll learn the intricacies of coffee preparation and presentation from brewing espresso to steaming milk. The game’s attention to detail ensures that each step of the coffee-making process is both realistic, enjoyable, and mouth-watering, practically allowing you to smell the drink itself–yum. 

From Steam Official Website

And speaking of perfect coffee, if you're inspired to bring a touch of Barista Simulator into your real life, consider investing in the Breville Bambino Plus. This top-of-the-line coffee maker allows you to create barista-quality espresso at home, with precise temperature control and a powerful steam wand for silky smooth milk froth. It's now available in the Next Upgrade Shop

These culinary simulation games offer something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary journey. So grab your virtual spatula, fire up your food truck, and start brewing! 


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Louigi Balao

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Louigi, better known as Gi, is a content writer for Next Upgrade’s Tech and Gaming sections. In his free time, he enjoys long strolls in his house, loves fantasizing about anime ships that will never bear fruit, and constantly complains about his scuffed Korean backdashes. If you need a quick 3 AM chit-chat, he is your guy. 

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