Top 10 Video Game Cookbooks: Transform In-Game Recipes into Real Meals - News

Video games and cooking have a surprising synergy, with many RPGs and simulation games featuring cooking mechanics or mouth-watering virtual dishes. From the comforting meals in Stardew Valley to the enchanting feasts in The Witcher, the virtual food often looks so appealing you wish it were real. Fortunately, it can be, thanks to gaming cookbooks. These books allow you to delve into unique recipes while immersing yourself in the lore of your favorite gaming worlds. While gathering ingredients may not be as thrilling as in-game adventures, the delicious outcomes are definitely rewarding. Whether you're a die-hard fan of a particular game, seeking gift ideas, or simply enjoy themed cooking, here's a curated list of the best gaming cookbooks for 2025.

Our Favorite Gaming Cookbooks in 2025

### The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook

1See it at Amazon### The Witcher Official Cookbook: Provisions, Fare, and Culinary Tales from Travels Across the Continent

0See it at Amazon### Fallout: The Vault Dweller's Official Cookbook

0See it at Amazon### The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook

1See it at Amazon### Five Nights at Freddy's

0See it at Amazon### The Pokémon Cookbook: Fun & Easy Recipes

0See it at Amazon### Heroes' Feast: The Official D&D Cookbook

0See it at Amazon### Minecraft: Gather, Cook, Eat! Official Cookbook

0See it at Amazon### World of Warcraft: The Official Cookbook

0See it at Amazon### The Ultimate Final Fantasy XIV Cookbook: The Essential Culinarian Guide to Hydaelyn

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One of our top picks is The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook, featuring 50 recipes narrated by beloved in-game characters and adorned with charming illustrations. The recipes are inspired by in-game dishes like Pink Cake, Strange Buns, and Autumn's Bounty, perfect for fueling your mining adventures.

For young chefs inspired by games like Minecraft, the Minecraft cookbook offers over 40 recipes drawn from the game's diverse mobs and biomes. Similarly, The Pokémon Cookbook focuses on cute snacks and quick meals, ideal for Pokémon enthusiasts.

Beyond crafting games, themed cookbooks offer a deeper dive into fantasy worlds. The official Witcher cookbook, inspired by both the games and books, includes 80 recipes ranging from refreshing drinks to grand banquets. The Elder Scrolls cookbook focuses specifically on Skyrim's culinary delights, while the Fallout cookbook lets you taste the iconic Nuka-Cola.

The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook

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For tabletop gaming fans, the Heroes' Feast Dungeons & Dragons cookbook stands out with its impressive recipes and new lore and artwork, perfect for hosting a memorable game night.

Upcoming Video Game Cookbooks

The trend of gaming cookbooks continues to grow. Upcoming titles include a mysterious Pac-Man cookbook, and one inspired by Borderlands, likely tied to promotions for Borderlands 4. As a fan eager to try Sojiro's curry from Persona 5, I'm particularly excited about the upcoming Persona cookbook set to release later this year.

Out May 13### PAC-MAN: The Official Cookbook