Kiosk

Release Date: January 29, 2025

Adventure, horror, cooking, indie games, simulation elements, singleplayer

88%

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The plot
Gameplay
Graphics

Kiosk is a production on the borderline of culinary simulators? and narrative adventure games, maintained in the atmosphere of psychological horror. Behind the development of this item is an independent Serbian developer Vivi, which has in its portfolio a completely different project in terms of mechanics and aesthetics - Gnomdom.

The plot

In the game Kiosk we find ourselves in the title fast food kiosk, where we came to work on the night shift. As we replaced a former employee who disappeared in mysterious circumstances, our task is not only to serve customers, but also to solve the mystery behind the disappearance of our predecessor.

Gameplay

In Kiosk, we view the action from a first-person perspective (FPP). During the game, our fast food is visited by various characters that we have to serve, selling them cold and hot drinks, as well as preparing meals for them.

We prepare individual (and not very sophisticated) dishes from scratch, cutting vegetables and other ingredients and cooking and frying them. The whole process requires us to use a knife, as well as to use other pieces of kitchen equipment - from a coffee maker to a deep fryer to a grill.

The specifics of what happened to our predecessor are not handed to us on a platter. Instead, we need to listen carefully to what our customers have to say, as each line of dialogue may contain snippets of information of interest.

Graphics

The graphic design of the Kiosk game is kept in a retro style, inspired by games from the beginning of the first decade of the 21st century.

Videos and Screens

[1:10] Kiosk - Release Trailer

88%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (1,064)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Fun Cooking Mechanics: Many players enjoyed the chaotic and satisfying nature of the cooking system, including the ability to throw ingredients and prepare dishes in a humorous way.
Atmosphere: The game successfully creates an eerie and engaging atmosphere that complements its horror theme, even if the scares are not overly intense.
Multiple Game Modes: The inclusion of different modes (Story, Endless, and Relax) adds variety and replayability, catering to different player preferences.
Affordable Price: Players generally agree that the game is worth its low price, providing a decent amount of gameplay for the cost.
Character Interactions: Customers have distinct personalities and stories, adding a layer of depth to the gameplay experience.

The main cons of the game

Repetitive Gameplay: Some players found the gameplay loop monotonous after a while, with not enough variation in tasks or challenges as the game progresses.
Weak Horror Elements: The horror aspects were often described as lacking depth, relying heavily on jump scares that felt predictable and not integrated well into the story.
Anticlimactic Ending: Many reviews pointed out that the story concluded in a disappointing manner, lacking a satisfying resolution or twist.
Limited Inventory Management: Players expressed frustration over the inability to carry multiple items at once, making the cooking process feel tedious.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Deeper Storyline: Players desired a more intricate and engaging narrative that could build tension and surprise, rather than a simple and predictable plot.
Variety in Customer Interactions: Some reviews suggested that the Endless mode could benefit from more dialogue or interactions to make it feel less repetitive.
Improved Inventory Management: Players wished for a system that allowed them to prep food ahead of time or carry more items to streamline gameplay.
More Complex Horror Elements: Users expressed a desire for more varied and impactful scares, as well as a more integrated horror experience throughout the game.

Summary

Overall, "Kiosk" is seen as a fun and engaging indie game that combines cooking and horror elements, though it has room for improvement in storytelling and gameplay variety.

Summary generated on: February 24, 2025