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Steam app 2333930 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 23:33 UTC

Kitchen Sync: Aloha!

Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is a cozy, story-driven cooking RPG. As head chef of your family's restaurant in Hawaii, build a trusty team of chefs and dish up tasty Hawaiian food. Manage kitchens, build friendships, find romance, explore tropical venues, and discover the power of cooking together.

Kitchen Sync: Aloha! Steam header artwork
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Kitchen Sync: Aloha! was released on 7 Apr, 2025.

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Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 23:33 UTC
App ID
2333930
Last updated
29 Sep 2025 build 20176211
Developer
Lemonpepper Games
Publisher
Lemonpepper Games
Release date
7 Apr, 2025
Platforms
WindowsmacOS
Download size
177 MB184 MB
Install size
762 MB785 MB
Genres
Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Full
Achievements
39

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam CloudFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller support

Accessibility

Popular tags

Time ManagementVisual NovelCraftingRomanceManagementParty-Based RPGFemale ProtagonistStrategyRPGCuteCookingCozyWholesomeRelaxingStory RichCasualSimulationPixel GraphicsAnimeAdventure
About this gameFull description from Steam
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!
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

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System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: 2.3 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo or better Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX 9 compatible video card with at least 512MB of VRAM Storage: 1 GB available space

Recommended

macOS

Minimum: OS: macOS Monterey Processor: Intel Processor Memory: 8 GB RAM
Supported languages1 languages
LanguageFull audio
English

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

39 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
One Star RestaurantAchievement
Two Star RestaurantAchievement
Three Star RestaurantAchievement
Four Star RestaurantAchievement
Five Star RestaurantAchievement
Bonded PairsAchievement
A Study on LoveAchievement
Fiery PassionAchievement
Wave of AffectionAchievement
Love and WarAchievement

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20 developer announcements, Aug 2023 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC

August

  1. More Kitchen Sync?!

    Hail Head Chefs! I've got some exciting Kitchen Sync news to share today: I've officially announced Kitchen Sync: The Flying Tavern - the next game in the Kitchen Sync series. The steam page just launched today, and I'd love for you to see…

    matt.lemonpepper

September

  1. KS:A! 1.2 - End of Summer Update

    With summer's end upon us (or winter, as your case may be!), I felt it was a good time to add some additional content to Kitchen Sync: Aloha! Thank you to the community for your support and suggestions, and I hope you all enjoy this free…

    matt.lemonpepper

August

  1. Minor Update 1.1.4b

    Minor update with some bug and typo fixes including:More definitive fix for ability books not loading. Looks like it was rare but possible to unintentionally get a book that taught Pele's "Great Criticals" and that was causing an issue. If…

    Patch notes

July

  1. Minor Update 1.1.4a

    Minor update with some bug and typo fixes including:Possible fix to skill books not populating for some charactersText scaling issues for long mission textSome trend descriptions referenced incorrect stationsPlease note, this update briefly…

    Patch notes

June

  1. Minor Update 1.1.4

    Kitchen Sync: Aloha! has been updated to version 1.1.4. Patch notes below include changes from 1.1.2-1.1.4:KSA is now steam deck certified! Several UI surfaces and font sizes have been tuned to better work across devices sizesBroken…

    Patch notes

April

  1. THANK YOU from Lemonpepper Games!

    Hi everyone, with April drawing to a close I just wanted to post a big thank you to everyone who's picked up Kitchen Sync: Aloha! This is Lemonpepper Games' first independent game and the reception it's gotten from you has made it feel…

    matt.lemonpepper
  2. Patch Update 1.1.0

    Version 1.1.0 Miso now live! Things have been stable so I've pushed a few new features along with bug fixes and feedback as a thank you to everyone for making this game launch so smooth! A Secret location has been added to the Island map…

    Patch notes
  3. Patch Update 1.0.4

    1.0.4 Thank you all for such a positive launch so far. I'm so excited to see so many people enjoying the game and letting me know when they find issues! This patch hopefully takes care of many of the reported issues so far, and brings a few…

    Patch notes
  4. Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is now live

    After nearly 2.5 years of development, Kitchen Sync: Aloha is now available on Steam for PC, Mac, and Steam Deck. It's been a long journey and I'm super excited to get to share it with you all. Hope you have fun, and mahalo for your…

    matt.lemonpepper

February

  1. Try Kitchen Sync: Aloha!'s demo during Steam Next Fest

    Aloha everyone! I'm excited to announce Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is taking part in Steam Next fest, on right now! If you haven't had a chance to try our demo, now's a great time to do so! Enjoy a sample of what Maikai has to offer while you…

    matt.lemonpepper
  2. Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is launching on 4/7 for PC, Mac, and Steam Deck!

    After more than two years of development, Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is launching on April 7th and we've got a brand new launch trailer to celebrate! Thank you to playtesters and demo players for your support so far; I'm excited to get the full…

    matt.lemonpepper

January

  1. Kitchen Sync: Aloha! is on Steamdeck!

    Happy New Years! Lots of changes have been heading to Kitchen Sync: Aloha! behind the scenes and some are finally ready to share. A new update (0.6.1f) is now available for the free Steam Demo, and the biggest change I wanted to highlight…

    matt.lemonpepper

November

  1. Kitchen Sync: Aloha! celebrates Cooking Fest with an updated demo!

    November is here, and with it it's time at last for Steam's Cooking Fest. Kitchen Sync's got a live demo so how could we not participate! If you've been looking for a good time to jump in, now's a great chance. The game's UI and tutorials…

    matt.lemonpepper

August

  1. [Demo Update] Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements

    Small Update to the Demo with some bug fixes and quality of life improvements. Thank you to everyone who's tried the demo, and extra thanks to those who've reported bugs and feedback. Mahalo! - UI Added 'Idle' reminder above pause button to…

    Patch notes
  2. New Demo Update and a Wholesome Games Celebration

    Summer is in full swing and it's about time to release a new update for the Kitchen Sync demo! If you're new to Kitchen Sync: Aloha! now's a great time to jump in. If you're a returning player, you'll notice a whole host of quality of life…

    matt.lemonpepper

July

  1. Kitchen Sync: Aloha! has joined PixElated Fest as a featured demo!

    Kitchen Sync will be joining the PixElated Festival on Steam on July 29th as a featured demo. The game's art has had a long journey so far (as have I as a pixel artist!), and I'm really proud that the game's pixel art has made the cut. If…

    matt.lemonpepper

April

  1. New Demo Now Live with the customizer, relationships, and more!

    Aloha, Kitchen Managers! A new demo build is now live for Kitchen Sync: Aloha! Experience a sample of the full game loop. Choose your chefs, customize your kitchen layouts, develop support relationships, finish side quests, unlock special…

    matt.lemonpepper

February

  1. KS:A! Development Update - Valentines Edition!

    Aloha! Kitchen Sync: Aloha!'s development has been continuing along over here at Lemonpepper HQ. We've gone a bit without a steam post, so I wanted to share some updates here! In particular, it's valentines day so let's talk character…

    matt.lemonpepper

September

  1. Kitchen Sync @ Seattle Indie Expo

    Summer Convention season is in full blast! Kitchen Sync will be exhibiting this Sunday at the Seattle Indie Expo. If you're a local, heading to PAX West, or are otherwise visiting, we'd love to see you at the booth. Come say "aloha", try…

    matt.lemonpepper

August

  1. KS:A!'s First Steam Demo is Live!

    Our first demo has officially launched on Steam. If you're looking for a bite-sized blend of cooking and strategy RPG, try this demo on the house! Master the basics of kitchen management, help the restaurant launch their Market Pop-up and…

    matt.lemonpepper

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