Cheats & Secrets
Overcooked! 2 Cheats & Secrets
A Note on Cheats
Overcooked! 2 does not contain traditional cheat codes (e.g., invincibility, infinite time, instant recipes) in the base game or any DLC. The game is designed as a cooperative experience where skill and teamwork are the only advantages. However, the developers at Ghost Town Games included several hidden features, secret unlockables, and Easter eggs that reward exploration and dedication. This guide covers every known secret, from collectible plushies to hidden characters and levels.
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Hidden Collectibles: Kevin Plushies
Description: Secret Kevin the Monkey plushies are hidden in every story level (including DLC campaigns). Each level contains exactly one Kevin. Finding all 40 in the base game unlocks a secret character and a secret level.
How to Find Them:
- Kevin plushies are small, brown stuffed monkeys often tucked away in corners, behind furniture, or inside cabinets.
- They emit a faint glow when you are near them. Listen for a squeaking sound or watch for a shimmer.
- You do not need to interact with them directly; simply touching them collects them.
- Many are visible on the first playthrough but require you to look carefully after the initial chaos.
Detailed List of Locations (Base Game – Campaign Levels):
| Level | Approximate Location |
|---|---|
| 1-1 (Tutorial) | Behind the crate near the sink |
| 1-2 (The Toaster) | On the shelf above the cutting board |
| 1-3 (Village 1) | Inside the wheelbarrow left of the serving window |
| 1-4 (Village 2) | Under the table near the rice cooker |
| 1-5 (Village 3) | Behind the pillar on the right side of the kitchen |
| 1-6 (Kevin's Level – not yet unlocked) | N/A |
| ... (full 40 locations) | Refer to online community maps for completeness |
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Secret Unlockables
#### 1. Kevin the Monkey (Secret Chef)
- Unlock Condition: Collect all 40 hidden Kevin plushies in the base game story levels.
- Result: Kevin becomes a playable chef. He is a small monkey chef that waddles differently but has the same abilities as other chefs.
- Usage: Select him from the chef selection screen before starting a level. He works on any stage, including DLC.
- Unlock Condition: Collect all 40 Kevin plushies.
- Result: A new level appears in the story hub, usually at the end of world 6 (or after the final boss level). This level, often called "Kevin's Kitchen" or "The Last Course," is an exceptionally difficult gauntlet with no platforms and constant hazards.
- Reward: Completing Kevin's Level unlocks the "Kevin's Level" achievement/trophy and gives you the satisfaction of mastering the game.
- Campfire Cook-Off: Unlock the Pirate Chef by finishing all DLC levels with at least 1 star.
- Night of the Hangry Horde: Unlock the Vampire Chef by surviving all endless levels without failing.
- Carnival of Chaos: Unlock the Clown Chef by finishing the final carnival level under 2 minutes.
- The Overcooked! 2 - All You Can Eat Edition includes all base game and DLC secrets plus two new exclusive chefs: The Artist and The Fox (unlock via completing the new "All You Can Eat" campaign).
- In level 1-6 (or the equivalent), there is a small mole that pops out of a hole when you walk near it. It dances briefly to the music. This is a nostalgic callback to a similar mole in the original Overcooked.
- In the hub world of the All You Can Eat Edition, there is a library room filled with paintings. One painting features a pizza that resembles the iconic “Order Up” pizza from the first game. Interact with it for a brief animation.
- The portraits of the developers appear as framed photos in the dining areas of certain levels, especially in the Campfire Cook-Off DLC.
- On the final hub map (after beating the story), a giant inflatable balloon shaped like a chef hat appears in the background. It has no effect but is a neat visual reward.
- "Kevin's Collection" – Collect all 40 Kevin plushies.
- "Kevin's Level" – Complete Kevin's Level.
- "That's Not a Knife" – In the Campfire Cook-Off DLC, throw a steak knife into the campfire. (Easter egg achievement)
- "I Hope You Like Pasta" – In the Night of the Hangry Horde, survive 10 waves without any orders expiring. (Secret achievement)
#### 2. Kevin's Level (Secret Final Level)
#### 3. Hidden Chefs from DLC
While not strictly "cheats," each DLC campaign adds one additional hidden chef that can be unlocked by completing specific tasks:
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Easter Eggs and Hidden References
#### 1. The Dancing Mole (1-6)
#### 2. The "All You Can Eat" Edition Library
#### 3. Developer Cameos
#### 4. The Secret Balloon
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Secret Achievements/Trophies
Several achievements require finding the hidden content:
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Tips for Uncovering Secrets
1. Play Every Level Twice: First time focus on orders; second time explore every nook and cranny for Kevin plushies.
2. Use Local Multiplayer with Friends: Have one player dedicated to searching while others cook. Kevin plushies can be collected by any chef.
3. Check Behind Moving Objects: Conveyor belts, sliding doors, and rotating tables often hide Kevins.
4. Interact with Everything: Some Easter eggs require touching specific items (e.g., the painting in the library).
5. Complete All Stars: Some DLC chefs unlock only after achieving certain star thresholds, so strive for 3 stars on every level.
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Conclusion
While Overcooked! 2 offers no console commands or classic cheat codes, its hidden collectibles and secret character add a rewarding layer for dedicated players. The search for all 40 Kevin plushies can be as challenging as the cooking itself, but unlocking the monkey chef and his impossible level is a badge of honor. Good luck, and may your kitchen stay (mostly) free of fire.