It’s mostly just the same stylus-based frosting, rolling, and sifting that repeat in different ways. There’s no progression climb or increasingly intricate games that are unlocked as you complete more recipes. There haven’t really been any leaps and/or bounds in the puzzle aspect of the game, but it’s never dull or unimaginative. Knowing where CM has been making the mini-games especially tedious. ‘Sweet Shop’ puts you through a series of quick, easy to understand mini-games involving the preparation of different dessert recipes, the last of which is usually decorating the custom confection with as many fruits, candies, and adornments as are made available to you. One of the biggest selling points of this title has to be the customization.

The mini-games are fun but become tedious if you’re used to something more challenging. Despite the fact that the ‘Cooking Mama’ games have been enjoyed by gamers of all ages (as well they should), ‘Sweet Shop’ in particular seems to cater to a much younger circle of player, not leaving much else for those that have played the previous incarnations. The basic mechanics are still intact, but other than its tried and true formula, there’s not much else by which to be impressed. Keeping the spirit of the game series in mind, there still haven’t been many improvements from its predecessors. Now with the Nintendo 3DS street pass, you can put your shop on display for others to visit and admire your confectionary delights. Along with a customizable sweet shop, the game boasts 60 new recipes and 160 mini-games with which to make them. The fifth game in the ‘Cooking Mama’ series, ‘Sweet Shop’ puts you in the flour smudged apron of Mama, an outgoing baker with a penchant for getting creative with her desserts and treats.

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