New cooking game "Ripple Island: Kai and Carl's Restaurant" to hold limited CBT for 1,000 players on October 30–31; participant recruitment now open
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/956/G095651/20251024046/
Editorial Department: maru | 2025/10/24 08:53 (UTC)
Today (October 24, 2025), Sunsoft announced that it will conduct a Closed Beta Test (CBT) for its upcoming cooking game “Ripple Island: Kyle and Carl’s Restaurant”, scheduled for release on November 27, 2025, on PC and Switch2. The CBT will take place on October 30 and 31, with applications now open. Participation is limited to Steam users on PC, and the test sessions will run from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM each day.
This title is a full 3DCG remake of the 1988 adventure game “Ripple Island.” Set on Ripple Island, home to unique animal inhabitants, players will join Kyle and Carl as they compete in a cooking tournament to become the island’s top chef. The game offers an immersive cooperative cooking action experience covering every aspect of restaurant operation—from cooking and ingredient gathering to customer service.
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The main mode, “Everyone’s Restaurant,” supports up to 16 players online. Players take on roles such as Kitchen, Hall, Farmer, and Treasure Hunter, working together to run the restaurant. Success depends heavily on division of labor and communication among teammates to complete stages within limited time.
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This Closed Beta Test will primarily focus on evaluating the online multiplayer aspects of the “Everyone’s Restaurant” mode. A total of 1,000 players will be selected, with applications accepted until October 28 at 11:59 PM. Those interested should review the details below.
Official Website for “Ripple Island Kyle and Carl’s Restaurant”
【Limited to 1,000 Players】Make your mark in history!
Exciting cooperative cooking game coming to Steam
Ripple Island: Kyle and Carl’s Restaurant
Closed Beta Test Now Open!
Special thanks credit for participants!
Applications accepted until October 28 (Tue) at 11:59 PM
Call for Participants! Closed Beta Test for Ripple Island: Kyle and Carl’s Restaurant
SUNSOFT, the game brand of San Electronics Co., Ltd. (Headquartered in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture; President & CEO: Ryosuke Uchimai, TSE Standard: 6736), announces a Closed Beta Test (CBT) for its upcoming cooperative cooking game Ripple Island: Kyle and Carl’s Restaurant, set to launch on Steam. The CBT is being conducted to gather valuable feedback from players ahead of the official release. Applications are now open starting today, October 24, 2025.
【Closed Beta Test Schedule】
Day 1: October 30, 2025 (Thu) 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Day 2: October 31, 2025 (Fri) 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMThese times are for online gameplay.
Offline play (single-player mode) will be available after download until October 31, 2025 (Fri), 9:00 PM.
※No need to notify us if you’re streaming or broadcasting your gameplay on social media.
【Apply Here】
Visit the Steam store page for Ripple Island: Kyle and Carl’s Restaurant and request to join the Playtest.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3844150
※For updates on the Closed Beta Test, follow our official X (formerly Twitter) account—don’t miss out!
SUNSOFT Official X: https://x.com/sunsoftgames
The concept of Ripple Island: Kyle and Carl’s Restaurant is “Let’s create together, laugh together, an exhilarating kitchen experience!”
This game is a cooperative cooking action title that lets players experience every aspect of running a restaurant—from fishing and growing vegetables and fruits, to cooking and serving customers. In the main online mode “Everyone’s Restaurant,” supporting up to 16 players simultaneously, participants take on roles like Kitchen, Hall, Farmer, or Treasure Hunter, working together to run the restaurant.
Success in completing stages within tight time limits relies heavily on teamwork and communication. Designed as a lighthearted cooperative experience where failures can be laughed off, it’s perfect for playing with friends or family. Additionally, up to 8 players can enjoy local multiplayer on a single console.
※This Closed Beta Test will primarily focus on evaluating the online features of the “Everyone’s Restaurant” mode (up to 16-player cooperation).
- Overview of the Closed Beta Test
The primary goals of this CBT are server load testing, balancing adjustments, and collecting valuable feedback from players. We sincerely appreciate your support as we prepare for official release.
【Platform】
Steam
【Number of Participants】
Limited to 1,000 players
【Application Period】
October 24, 2025 (Fri) – October 28, 2025 (Tue), 11:59 PM
※Draw will be held on Wednesday, October 29
【Test Period】
Day 1: October 30, 2025 (Thu), 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Day 2: October 31, 2025 (Fri), 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
【How to Apply】
Request to join the Playtest via the Steam Store page.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3844150
※If applications exceed availability, participant selection will be done through a random draw using Steam’s system. Selected applicants will receive access via Steam by Wednesday, October 29.
- Closed Beta Test Special Reward! Your name featured in the “Special Thanks” credits
As a token of gratitude to testers who help spread excitement about this game, we are running a special initiative.
From all participants who join the CBT and post their experience reports on social media (X/old Twitter, etc.), we will include all selected names in the official release version’s “Special Thanks” credits!
Participating in the Closed Beta Test is your chance to leave your mark in the game’s history. Please share your honest thoughts and hilarious moments playing with friends!
【To request credit inclusion】
- Join the Closed Beta Test.
- Post your impressions or screenshots on social media using the designated hashtag (#RippleIslandCBT).
- After posting, submit your post URL and desired name via our dedicated form.
※The form link will be posted in the Steam Store page description after the draw.
【Important】
Posts from “private” (locked) accounts will not qualify for this program.
【Deadline for Submissions & Applications】
November 4, 2025 (Tue), 11:59 PM