Though it's easy to compare this game with Overcooked, I think it's important to say up front that this is NOT Overcooked. It lacks the charm and silly arcade style that makes Overcooked a great party game. Those going into it with an expectation of Overcooked might be initially turned off, since at the start that's essentially all it is; a less charming Overcooked with the added option of where to put your stuff.

However, if you stick with it you'll find a deep and replayable game with many different decisions to make as you evolve your restaurant. You need to manage your economy, choose cards that modify the game, setup decorations which modify customer behavior, try to get appliances you need via the desks, and eventually add in some automation. The latter of which makes the game more similar to Overcooked meets Automachef.

My wife and I have been playing this addictively since we got it with no end it sight. On that note I think that the game is more suitable for 1-2 people than with 4. Most tasks can be completed pretty easy with just 2 or 3, and then automation eventually renders the remaining tasks obsolete. Not to mention the careful planning necessary just doesn't fit a big group atmosphere.

There are some downsides to the game. The instant-loss mechanic for missing even a single order is infuriating. Fortunately there's a mod called Overcooked Patience that can smooth this out. Interacting with objects in the level feels rigid and frustrating compared to Overcooked (it's common to get stuck with an item in your hands with nowhere to put it). Also you are often relying on RNG to provide you with the appliances you need for your kitchen. Though this also helps with the replayability since you sometimes need to improvise with what you get.

Despite this PlateUp! is a great game well worth the purchase!

Though it's easy to compare this game with Overcooked, I think it's important to say up front that this is NOT Overcooked. It lacks the charm and silly arcade style that makes Overcooked a great party game. Those going into it with an expectation of Overcooked might be initially turned off, since at the start that's essentially all it is; a less charming Overcooked with the added option of where to put your stuff. However, if you stick with it you'll find a deep and replayable game with many different decisions to make as you evolve your restaurant. You need to manage your economy, choose cards that modify the game, setup decorations which modify customer behavior, try to get appliances you need via the desks, and eventually add in some automation. The latter of which makes the game more similar to Overcooked meets Automachef. My wife and I have been playing this addictively since we got it with no end it sight. On that note I think that the game is more suitable for 1-2 people than with 4. Most tasks can be completed pretty easy with just 2 or 3, and then automation eventually renders the remaining tasks obsolete. Not to mention the careful planning necessary just doesn't fit a big group atmosphere. There are some downsides to the game. The instant-loss mechanic for missing even a single order is infuriating. Fortunately there's a mod called Overcooked Patience that can smooth this out. Interacting with objects in the level feels rigid and frustrating compared to Overcooked (it's common to get stuck with an item in your hands with nowhere to put it). Also you are often relying on RNG to provide you with the appliances you need for your kitchen. Though this also helps with the replayability since you sometimes need to improvise with what you get. Despite this PlateUp! is a great game well worth the purchase!