Top 10 Video Game Cookbooks: Bring Your Favorite In-Game Recipes to Life

Video games and cooking have a delightful connection that goes beyond the screen. Many RPGs and simulation games feature cooking mechanics or showcase tantalizing food visuals, from the heartwarming meals in Stardew Valley to the mythical feasts in The Witcher. As a fan, I've often found myself wishing I could taste the virtual dishes. Fortunately, gaming cookbooks bridge this gap, allowing you to recreate these recipes while diving deeper into the lore of your favorite worlds. While gathering ingredients might not match the thrill of in-game quests or farming, the satisfaction of cooking these dishes is unmatched. Whether you're a die-hard fan, searching for unique gifts, or simply enjoy themed recipes, here's our curated list of the top 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, The Official Stardew Valley Cookbook, offers 50 recipes voiced by beloved in-game characters and accompanied by charming artwork. The recipes are inspired by the game's culinary offerings, including Pink Cake, Strange Buns, and the hearty Autumn's Bounty, perfect for fueling your adventures through the mines.

For young chefs inspired by their gaming experiences, the Minecraft cookbook is an excellent choice, featuring over 40 recipes inspired by the game's mobs and biomes. Similarly, The Pokémon Cookbook focuses on adorable snacks and quick meals, perfect for Pokémon enthusiasts.

Beyond crafting games, themed cookbooks offer a way to immerse yourself in fantasy worlds. The Witcher Official Cookbook draws from both the games and books, presenting 80 recipes ranging from refreshing drinks to elaborate banquets. The Elder Scrolls cookbook focuses on the culinary delights of Skyrim, while the Fallout cookbook satisfies curiosity about iconic in-game items like Nuka-Cola.

The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook

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For tabletop gamers, the Heroes' Feast Dungeons & Dragons cookbook is the ultimate guide to impress your party, featuring delicious recipes alongside new lore and artwork that fans will adore.

Upcoming Video Game Cookbooks

The trend of gaming cookbooks continues to grow, with exciting new releases on the horizon. The upcoming PAC-MAN: The Official Cookbook remains a curious mystery, while the Borderlands cookbook, tied to the anticipated Borderlands 4, promises a culinary tour through Pandora. As a fan eagerly awaiting Sojiro's curry from Persona 5, I'm thrilled about the upcoming Persona cookbook slated for later this year.

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

0See it at AmazonOut July 29### Eat the Borderlands: One Loader Bot's Culinary Tour Through Pandora and Beyond!

0See it at AmazonOut September 2### Genshin Impact Official Cookbook: Culinary Journeys Across Teyvat

1See it at AmazonOut September 23### Persona: The Official Cookbook

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