Video games and cooking go more than you might think. Lots of RPG and simulation games have some form of cooking mechanics or at least delicious -looking food. From the cozy knowledge of meals from Stardew Valley to fantastic feasts in The Witcher, I can personally say that I met a lot of animated food that I would like was true. It turns out that it can be.
Games cookbooks offer the opportunity to learn unique recipes, while immersing yourself in the knowledge of the world you love. Obtaining the necessary materials may not be as amusing as the adventure or agriculture in the game, but the end result is more than worth. Regardless of whether you are passionate about a specific game, you are looking for ideas for gifts, or just love themed recipes, here is our list of the best cookbooks in 2025.
Our favorite cookbooks of games in 2025
One of our best cookbooks for games is the official cookbook of Stardew Valley, which contains 50 recipes written in a voice of various characters, as well as charming art. The recipes are naturally based on meals that you can do in the game, including a pink cake, strange rolls, and even a full autumn prize that will support you feed the mines.
A great gift inspiring newborn chefs (especially those who particularly liked the Minecraft movie), the Minecraft cookbook contains over 40 recipes inspired by various mobs and biomes of the game. The same applies to Pokémon’s cookbook, which focuses more on charming snacks and quick meals.
In addition to created games, thematic cookbooks are also a great way to immerse themselves in fantasy worlds. Witcher’s official cookbook draws inspiration from games, as well as from Witcher books, with 80 recipes covering everything from a refreshing drink after a unique banquet. Elder Scrolls cookbook honors the world of Skyrim (unlike the rest of Elder Scrolls games), while the Fallout cookbook is great for anyone who is particularly captivating to taste Nuka-Cola.
On the game side, the chef book FEAST & DRAGONS HEROES’s FEAST AND DRAGONS is Crème de la Crème for anyone who is trying to impress their party. These cookbooks contain great recipes, as well as captivating recent fragments of knowledge and art for devoted fans.
Upcoming cookbooks from video games
The trend of gaming cookbooks is not chosen in the near future. Some of the upcoming cookbooks of games include one inspired by Pac-Man, who, to be straightforward, is a secret to me, as well as Borderlands, probably part of the promotion for Borderlands 4. Because someone who has long been captivating curry sojiro from Persona 5, I am particularly excited with a cooktail inspired this year.
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