Reception
| Reception | |
|---|---|
| Aggregate scores | |
| Aggregator | Score |
| GameRankings | 62.37% |
| Metacritic | 61/100 |
| Review scores | |
| Publication | Score |
| IGN | 5.8/10 |
Prior to the title's release, early press generated a certain level of excitement, with Wired News proclaiming Cooking Mama: Cook Off the "Best Game of CES 2007". However, after playing the finished product, several reviews noted that the game was not nearly as responsive or intuitive as its predecessor. According to reviewers, a simple action with the Wii Remote can be difficult to perform successfully, leading to a frustrating experience. While the game was reported to still be fun, the lack of tactile feedback and several nagging control issues detract from the overall enjoyment. As a result, IGN awarded the title only 5.8 out of 10, while Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu scored the game 29 out of 40.
In its May 2007 issue, Electronic Gaming Monthly's three editors gave the game marks of 7.0/10, 7.5/10 and 8.0/10, earning it an overall rating of "Good". In 2009, Games Magazine gave it a favorable review, concluding that the game "should appeal to anyone".
As of October 2007, Cooking Mama: Cook Off has an average Game Rankings and Metacritic rating of 62%.
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