PlateUp! for Xbox One

Cooperative online restaurant management game

PlateUp! is a premium cooperative restaurant management game that players can use to supervise their very own professional kitchen. Each location will need to be constructed from scratch and various tasks are required. Examples include purchasing appliances, designing the interior, and preparing food.

The multiplayer nature of PlateUp! supports up to four players. This level of collaboration will be required when dealing with what often proves to be a stressful kitchen atmosphere. Individuals who have already played games such as Cooking Fever may already be familiar with the strategy-based nature of this title. It has a demo available.

A SIM builder for cooking enthusiasts

The SIM-like nature of PlateUp! will provide plenty of room for upgrades and progression. However, users are provided with a great deal of freedom. They can choose the layout of their restaurant, what courses to serve, and the most appropriate kitchen equipment. Users will be provided with an opportunity to upgrade their premises at the end of each business day. 

As the game progresses, these options become more powerful (such as conveyor belts and "turbo" ovens). It is even possible to ask an online friend to serve the role of maître d'. This game has been designed to reflect many of the stressors associated with real-world restaurants. From dealing with late guests to moving to an entirely new location, challenges always await.

The hectic environments and the simple yet adorable graphics associated with this restaurant management game are similar in many ways to other well-known games, such as Overcooked. The numerous challenges can also present some difficulties that solo players can struggle to complete. However, its cooperative design provides a unique sense of teamwork that may be difficult to encounter within simpler platforms. 

The great bake-off

In its latest patch update, PlateUp! has finally introduced an all-new bakery game mode where creativity reigns as you bake flavors of your choice—progressing from your typical chocolate cookies to an array of three flavors in five varieties. Coffee takes center stage as a base dish, accessible in the headquarters and as a run starter, allowing a relaxed cafe experience across any setting.

With new and improved cosmetic UI, players can now get a better look at all of the available outfits and customization options before they can settle on any changes they want to make. This update also introduces new pastel player colors and some festive clothing to celebrate the game’s anniversary. These accessories include unique party hats in the form of candles and sparklers.

A high-pressure restaurant environment

Overall, PlateUp! offers a captivating cooperative experience that easily rivals numerous other titles in the restaurant management genre.  While solo play can pose challenges, building and upgrading your restaurant, handling challenges akin to real-world eateries, and collaborating with up to four players in a frantic yet charming atmosphere distinguish this game as a rewarding choice for cooking enthusiasts seeking a dynamic multiplayer cooking adventure.