Kitchen Sync: Aloha!
Release date: Apr 7, 2025
Developers: Lemonpepper Games
Publishers: Lemonpepper Games
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Categories: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Supported languages: English

Cozy cooking and relationship building meets RPG depth, story, and strategy.  Adventure across the lush Hawaiian island of Maikai and lead a team of chefs to meet the demands of your hungry customers.  Make new friends, build new relationships, and save this foodie paradise with the power of good eats! Befriend and recruit a cast of colorful chefs, each with their unique personalities and specialties. Watch them grow alongside you and your restaurant and uncover their own personal stories.  As you and your chefs collaborate, bonds will deepen and friendships will form… some even result in romance.  That goes for you as well as your team - play matchmaker! Familiar kitchen management with a strategic twist.  Cook by coordinating a crew of chefs and a timer that helpfully pauses whenever you need it.  Craft your menu and customize your recipes by adding your own Twists. Optimize your kitchen layout, upgrade your appliances, and level up your chefs' abilities to fully master every kitchen.  Whip up some mouthwatering Hawaiian dishes as you explore Maikai's various venues and overcome challenges! Need a break from the kitchen? Strengthen your bond with your team and enjoy what the island has to offer. Go on a fishing trip or a nature hike. Each mini-game lets you grow your relationship with the chefs you befriend on your journey. Play as either Kai or Kala, two siblings on their quest to bring their family’s restaurant back to life. Along the way, you’ll complete meaningful side quests, experiment with recipes, and craft dishes as unforgettable as the people you’ll meet. Start as the new eatery on the island and grow your restaurant into a local gem. On Maikai, cooking is more than just preparing meals. It’s about growing relationships and embracing the spirit of community. Cozy Cooking RPG - The narrative focus of visual novel meets strategic kitchen management. Level up characters, customize kitchen layouts, and build relationships to uncover stories. Over 30 Different Kitchens - Cook at beaches, restaurants, malls, food trucks, resorts, and more, all set against the beauty of a lush Hawaiian island.  Wholesome and Heartwarming Story - A journey of food, family, and discovering joy in the connections that bring people together. No Stress Kitchen Management - Play at your own pace with a timer that pauses. Grow Relationships - Build stronger bonds between party members or find love with different romantic endings! Mini-games - Participate in island activities like fishing and hiking with fellow chefs. 3 Different Difficulty Settings - Turn off all timers and relax with Cozy mode or test your skills with Hard Boiled mode. Join our community, report issues, or follow news for the game on Discord! 

Press reviews: “The vibrant setting is gorgeous, the story is heart warming and fun and it’s easy to pick up for an hour or two and then come back to later. If you’re a fan of cooking games, this one should definitely be on your radar.” Six One Indie “Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is a compelling and wholesome game that skillfully blends a number of genres. It provides players with a satisfying experience by creating a compelling story through visual novels that give players a resemblance to role-playing games with a fun side of cooking and kitchen management.” Comic Buzz “Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is a perfect pick for anyone who loves kitchen management games with a flavorful twist of RPG and visual novel elements. It blends the best of all three genres into one cozy, story-rich experience that’s both fun to play and hard to put down.” Ladies Gamers