According to DeadlineNetflix and A24 are collaborating to create a truly unforgettable reality show based on the video game Overcooked. The game itself is extremely popular and is bound to bring many of its fans to the upcoming show. Both the fantastic game and its sequel are extremely highly related and some of the most popular video games in recent years. Some fans are slightly skeptical of how the highly cartoonish game could actually translate into an entertaining reality show, but with some adjustments, the game could easily become one of the most popular reality competition shows in the entire genre.
Overcooked is a highly competitive and collaborative cooking simulator in which the characters are given an impossible number of dishes to prepare in an unreasonable time frame. As the round continues, more and more recipes are added while the stage shifts or changes is a highly inconvenient way. The chefs are expected to adapt to the stage conditions while preparing their dishes within the time frame. Given the popularity of other reality TV shows like Chopped and Top Chefthe Overcooked reality show might form a new niche of competition shows based around video games.
Obviously, since the game is based on a cartoon, some obvious changes would have to be made to the competition. There might also be some structural changes to allow for more players to participate in the competition itself. Players could be eliminated based on their score or any misadventures that might occur during the round. The only thing that is likely to be outright removed from the game is the fire element. In the game, dishes that are left unattended will easily burst into flames and catch the surrounding area. However, this would be extremely dangerous in reality.
There are a large number of celebrity chefs who could host or participate in the show. The competition is based on creating expert dishes in an unmanageable time frame, so it could be better to have professional celebrity chefs be the ones participating. The thought of Gordon Ramsay playing with or against Bobby Flay on a stage similar to the pirate ship map is entertaining in and of itself. There have been almost no details about the show listed, but it could be ready for release within the next year or two, given the announcement. That said, many fans of the franchise would rather have a new game in the series instead of a whole new reality show.
A show based on Overcooked is a recipe for great reality TV, but Netflix and A24 will have to be extremely careful about what they add or remove from the game. Video Game fans are typically highly critical of any adaptation. However, if the show is entertaining enough, it could generate an entirely new group of fans for the franchise. Hopefully, the streaming giant will listen to fans and create a show that both honors the game but poses no active harm to the many possible participants.
