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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 or later Processeur : Intel Core2 Duo or higher Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 4000 or equivalent Espace disque : 500 MB d'espace disque disponible

Abyss Kitchen

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Released July 23, 2026
sample: 187 reviews posted after launch (34 AI-classified)
85/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 89 % · 187 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 91% positive vs 89% overall (82 recent reviews)
12,25€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Between the frenzy of bullet hell skirmishes and the cozy rhythm of culinary prep, most players lock into a sweet spot of two to ten hours. Overall, 166 positive notes out of 187 post-launch reviews cement its Very Positive standing on Steam.

What it's about: Abyss Kitchen is a survival action game in which you play the role of Lop a cook who accompanies a party of adventurers, and guides them with the power of food. Feed yourself in the dungeon and eat whatever you can to keep from starving and falling down. Eat up anything that stands in your way!

In-game

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« Cool game loop Tasty looking dishes Cute & cozy aesthetic Kemono What else to ask? Go grab your kitchen utensils and get to work »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played
« A very fun cute little game that's quite charming! Some of the localization is a bit stilted, but the meaning gets across easily enough. Seems to be pretty short, but the journey's worth the price. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played
« Fun and engaging gameplay with cute characters and delicious food. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played
« Very suddenly became a lesbian polycule and offered genuine challenge in the game play. I wish this game went on so much longer. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« It's cute and that's about it. Short, simple semi-auto battler that gets repetitive after the first level. If you're not here for the charm it's not worth the little time it takes to 100%. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 6 h played
« They say my hunger's a problem »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played
« I bought it because the art is great and that's what I enjoy. The gameplay is pretty simple but not bad, so I would only recommend it if you like the art. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played
« Quite a short game, ~5 - 6 hours playtime »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 12 h played

In players' words

« Cool game loop Tasty looking dishes Cute & cozy aesthetic Kemono What else to ask? Go grab your kitchen utensils and get to work »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played
« It's cute and that's about it. Short, simple semi-auto battler that gets repetitive after the first level. If you're not here for the charm it's not worth the little time it takes to 100%. »
👎 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 6 h played
« A very fun cute little game that's quite charming! Some of the localization is a bit stilted, but the meaning gets across easily enough. Seems to be pretty short, but the journey's worth the price. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 1 h played
« They say my hunger's a problem »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played
« Fun and engaging gameplay with cute characters and delicious food. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 8 h played
« I bought it because the art is great and that's what I enjoy. The gameplay is pretty simple but not bad, so I would only recommend it if you like the art. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 4 h played
« Very suddenly became a lesbian polycule and offered genuine challenge in the game play. I wish this game went on so much longer. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« Quite a short game, ~5 - 6 hours playtime »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 12 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
74 % pos · n=31
Graphics / art
94 % pos · n=16
Story / writing
40 % pos · n=10
Audio / music
90 % pos · n=10
Content / longevity
14 % pos · n=7
Value for money
86 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=2
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay312344
Graphics / art161501
Story / writing10406
Audio / music10910
Content / longevity7106
Value for money7601
Interface / UX2002
Performance1100
Stability / bugs1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.9 h.

🪤 55 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
45 % (n=20)
2-10h
95 % (n=149)
10-25h
88 % (n=16)
>25h
100 % (n=2)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

30,9 % Accessible

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 14 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 58,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Visuals enchant the kitchen floor: 15 positive mentions out of 16 for graphics.
  • Soundtracks set the right culinary mood: 9 positive mentions out of 10 for audio.
  • The core gameplay loop satisfies: 23 positive mentions out of 31.
  • Value matches the bill: 6 positive mentions out of 7 for price.

Weaknesses

  • Narrative beats miss the pan: 6 negative mentions out of 10 for story.
  • Content portions feel undercooked: 6 negative mentions out of 7 for content.
  • Interface elements trip up service: 2 negative mentions out of 2 for ui.

Who is it for?

Players seeking a bite-sized indie blend of chaotic action and charming aesthetics for a relaxed evening session.

Is Abyss Kitchen worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 89% of 187 Steam reviews are positive (player score 85/100). Most-praised strength: Visuals enchant the kitchen floor. Current price: 12,25€.

Verdict

Abyss Kitchen delivers a flavorful indie dish that thrives on style and arcade rhythm, even if its narrative depth and content volume run a bit thin. With 89% of the 187 post-release reviews approving, it is a tasty experiment worth serving.

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