Cake Mania

I've played this before on a laptop, and this game does not work on one of those pad... thingies. What are they called?

Gosh golly...I've already bought this game. :/ On a side note, I love PlayFirst. ^^

I have a touchpad, it works just fine! My computer never works with downloadable games, but there is a limeted game that you can play online at grab.com.

mmmmmmmmm....

Cake...

This game plays just like Diner Dash!

I find it quite chilling that this site keeps recommending the most childish games to play. Yes, this would be great for your 10-year old sister, but an adult? This game is - to put it bluntly - repetitively dull, cloyingly sweet, and exactly like eating a massive iced bun.

This game does not represent casual fun. It represents mouse-clicking, the following of simplistic procedures, and unvarying gameplay. You might as well just play a game where you keep clicking on a series of coloured boxes in order forever and ever and ever.

I am a kid at heart, and I do enjoy games like this. Moreover, there are many young people that visit this site primarily because we work hard to maintain an environment here that is safe and acceptable to peeps of all ages.

If it's not your cup of tea, then please move along to the next game and leave this one for those that do find enjoyment with it.

Not every game will appeal to everyone.

Yes, this is a Diner Dash clone, right down to the art style. However, it's also a great way to keep a site that we love on the internets. Sure, it's charity, but I challange you to find a more deserving recipient. And, let's face it, Jay wouldn't be posting games like this if he didn't need the dough. I'm buying it.

Correction: we would not post a game like this if it didn't deserve a recommendation.

Diner Dash was not the first game of its kind, nor will Cake Mania be the last. Resource management games like this exist because many people find them fun to play, John and I included.

Sasha- I mean that it is really hard to play with a touchpad, at least for me.

I've played Cake Mania before and loved it. It *is* very very sweet, but that's more of a flavor than anything to do with gameplay: it gets quite challenging in higher levels! I only wish there were more options to decorate your shop and cakes.
Jay, note that there is a sequel out but it's quite an unworthy one: just a rehash of the original game with a different story and settings. Everything else is exactly the same. :(

Couple of irritating little design flaws:

If you misclick on a cake type or frosting type, you can correct it before your intrepid baker arrives at the station. Not so with decorations, so be careful there.

Also, it's a little too easy to accidentally stick one cake on top of another. This is also something that can't be undone.

Thank goodness for the display case, though.

--GF

Well, a kid at heart I must be as well. Tried it, loved it, bought the full version.

Jay, you just keep bringing us so many wonderful ways to 'get away' from our everyday stresses...and I for one, thank you very much!

Now, back to slaving over a hot stove. ;)

I've been considering buying this one for a few months. When I found out it'll help your site out, and since you posted it just a few days before my birthday, I finally caved in and treated myself to it. Yeah, it's mindless fun, but it's perfect for that sleepy time right before I go to bed and can't think about escape games anymore!! :)

Hey! I like this. If it ran on a Mac, I would probably buy it. And I agree with Jay. If it doesn't interest you, wait a day or so until another is posted. Or go through the MASSIVE archives.

there is a way to play the whole thing without buying it - probably a flaw

I have a question: I'm considering buying this game because I really like it, but I'm worried about how this game saves. Can you save your game, quit, and come back to keep playing later? It would suck if each time you had to stop playing you had to re-start from the begining. I didn't want to assume that it would save, because I know that in the demo you can't save, so....
If someone knows, I'd love an answer.

Maya: Yes, you can save after each round, so don't worry about having to start all over! Rounds only last a few minutes so the opportunities come quite frequently. You can even use multiple save slots in case you don't like your upgrade and want to buy something else.

wow. doesn't this just make you wanna go bake a cake? ;)

Am loving this game and diner dash - any similar free games that you can play online for longer than 60 mins?

I like the game cake mania a lot. But if only they had it on mac computers!!!! I have only played the whimpy first 6 levels or so and really like it and then I go to download it and its for pc only. I have spent time googling for the mac version to download and maybe even buy. I think they are missing out on some custemers and if hey jay, if you could put a word in to MAKE THIS A MAC GAME TOO that would be great.

I can't figure out for the life of me how to save my progress in the game, retarded i know, as it seems no one else i having that problem. Please help! thanks

Kara: After you complete a round, one of the options that appears is "save and continue". Click it!

I'm not sure if this is considered a spoiler???
Its more of a question about a certain level I can't get past. When at the Vegas Bakery, the second level is serving cupid and businessmen. No matter what different methods I try I can't get past it. It's very frustrating. Is there a way to make cupid happy? The t.v. doesn't seem to work nor the cupcakes. I can't figure it out. If you have any suggestions I would appreciate it.

ive played this game on a pc before but im kinda upset that they dont have a version available for macs! i think that if they created a mac version there would be many more downloads and more people purchusing the full version ... i dunno maybe its just me but i think there should be a MAC version too!

Hokay, I love the premise of the game, but my husband does all the cooking in the house, and I want to be able to play a boi! I know it sounds terribly cliche' PC, but watching a cute little guy icon scurry back and forth between the different stations would be far more satisfying to me personally. If you would be willing to include a guy option, then you have me sold, but until then I'm going to hold out on buying it ^_^.

spoiler Nadine, I am having the same problem. Ugh, that cupid. Spoiler

I loved this game while it lasted....I cant believe how fun it was and how fast it was over. pretty depressing actually. I bought it on saturday and here I sit on monday night looking for a possible hidden level. $20 bux is not bad but for 2 days crap...hmm I think diner dash is next on my list.

Has anyone played cake mania 2 yet

Please help. I just got cake mania and can't get past December. Any clues?

I love this game it's so yummy!!! It makes you hungry for cake and it's so addicting!!! :))))

I can get passed the first two levels , but the scores are so low, how come I see some players with 64 thousand and I only have 8000

hi every one i am having the same problem as Nadine and becky
"I can't get past. When at the Vegas Bakery, the second level is serving cupid and businessmen. No matter what different methods I try I can't get past it. It's very frustrating. Is there a way to make cupid happy? The t.v. doesn't seem to work nor the cupcakes. I can't figure it out. If you have any suggestions I would appreciate it"
DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW TO GET PAST THIS LEVEL PLEASE HELP IVE BEEN TRYING FOR TWO DAYS?
FROM OLIVIA

I agree with some posts above. Cake Mania's gameplay is very frustrating and mechanical. It becomes uninteresting very quickly.
Also the game could use better graphics, but granted, the casual crowd won't bother.

This is a reply to Beef's comment...

I'm a 23 year old law student, and I happen to love this game precisely because it engages me without forcing me to use my already exhausted brain cells to think deep thoughts!! Out of all the Dinner Dash style games I've tried, this one is my favorite. It's cheerful, challenging enough to keep my interest, and a great way to get my mind off of things.

I'm seriously considering buying it, and the only thing stopping me is the fact that it's so addicting that I'll be playing this game 24/7 instead of studying. Oh well... maybe I'll just wait until after exams are over and the game will be my reward. :)

ok... for all the people having problems with cupid, the brides and bunnies...here's what you do:

SERVE THEM FIRST!! that's right, you don't have to serve people in the order they came in the store! Serve the impatient ones first and get them out of the way. Also learn what TV channels everyone likes. Give people (esp. kids, cupids and bunnies) cupcakes. Upgrade your shoes to the highest possible level ASAP. Leave the money on the counter until you've served everyone, then pick up the money all at once and start on the next batch.

Now, here's my question:
What is the heart on the counter in the later levels? There is a heart that shows up in the corner of the counter, why is it there? It looks like its embossed onto the counter. Does it do anything? I've finished the game, but can't get a high score, does that heart thing have anything to do with that?>

Please make this for MAC!!!

Why don't they have it for mac users its just not fare!!

May you please help me get through may level which is 1300 goal and i have been trying so hard it's just getting on my nerves already?

Thank you !!!

Ugh. I'm having trouble in the Casino level. Has anyone been able to beat the October level? I seem to become 90-120 dollars shy each time. It's so frustrating!

can someone please help me.... I am in the second month of february. The cupids keep freaking out. No matter how I work I can't beat the level. any tips? please?

does anyone know how to get past December on the second year? I can't get past that level! I get the goal but it still goes lower. I get so mad! It's almost impossible!

I have some tips for you Steph. Upgrade the cake oven and get another oven and serve the cupids first. Tose tips will help alot! They helped me so they'll help you too.

Waiting to collect $$$ and serving the impatient ones first---best tips ever!

FYI--Diner Dash was way easier for me!

I find this game very addictive. Once you play just a few rounds you cant stop. I have gotten to the casino and I cant get past where I am. All of the customers were getting very impatient and some of them left before I could get 3 cakes done. I mean you only have like 10 seconds to get their cakes ready. I am giving them cupcakes and changing the tv channel often. I have tried getting a trainer but it doesnt work. I am just getting frustrated at this point. I however love this game!! I only need to upgrade the ovens and that will cost 3000 an oven, everything else is upgraded. So this is the next thing I am gonna do.

I just finished Cake Mania! I concur with the other disappointed Mac users--this game should be made for Macs--thank God for Parallel Desktop though! Now I'm looking for another game like it--Not into Diner Dash--they do have a Beauty Parlor game like it, but I forgot the name of it.

Tips: 1. Buy more ovens and frosters and upgrade them--and the decorators
2. Buy all of the decorators--feed everyone cupcakes--and turn the TV channel to: (news channel for businessmen, cartoon for kids, Sant and bunnies and the cooking show for all of the ladies. Serve the kids, cupid, bunnies, brides businessmen and critics first. Grandma, college kids, truck drivers and Santa are very patient.
3. While the first customer is waiting, make a cake for the display table--usually someone buys it, as is---usually Dracula, the college kids and the truck drivers.

yeah except diner dash doesn't make me wanna go to sleep.... and are those guys making a move on that girl?! O.o

I play two months of the game, and then the whole thing freezes and turns off my computer! I need help, cause I just bought Cake Mania Deluxe.

EVERYONE: the tv works for everyone, you need to click the button several times in a row to change channels. Find the best channel for each customer!

a couple of points:

1. this game is so not long enough. i was sorely disappointed when i reached the end.

2. it is available for mac, you can download it here: http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/cakemania.html

3. to beat february in vegas, and the months after that,

serve the first four customers but only collect the money from two of them. this way, you will only have two customers at a time and you can serve them before they get angry.

i love this game! but, again, i really wish it was longer.

umm. the cupids like the kids tv channel. AGE GROUPS, PEOPLE! and the sequel is way better. Three tiered cakes, no lives so you don't have to worry, autosaves, and more upgrades. *drools on "The Fourth Element" oven* and what's the ending? all happy, yay the bakery is saved kinda deal? Love the second, but the first is where it all began. YAY for CAKE MANIA!!! *confetti and horns* yeeeeey!

hey i bought the game and it doesnt work i installed it but it says it cannot open and it says launch hta something like that. and my computer is a windows xp if anyone knows whats wrong and how to fix it please let me know.thanks.

kelly - where did you purchase your game from?

I am on the next level of Cake Mania Back to the Bakery and had a cake order with a lightning bolt on it. What does that mean since there is not a decoration like that.

I loved this game so much that I bought it for the Nintendo DS-now I am stuck on the Casino round that everyone else is!AHHHHHHHHH!!! But I still Love it!

I need help with the second October level. I have no idea what I have to get to deal with those vamps! I've flown through the other levels without much trouble, but I'm not sure what to do about this one. :( Help me?

I think these games are great stress relief. I have a very stressful and brain taxing real life career and i love to play this game or the diner dash series or nancy drew or a number of very simple and fun games to sort of unwind.. in a generation of people brought up with a keyboard and mouse instead of a top and a wagon constantly in front of them.. it can be kind comforting to just click around and make things happen in a game where you never really have to stress over shooting imaginary people, stealing cars, or stabbing aliens..

better than a stress ball, for sure. I own about 25 of these type games and keep them on tap.. wedding dash is also cute and sally's salon, posh shop and jojo's fashion show - if you like cake mania.

Also, they make much better diversions on a long play ride than solitaire and mine sweeper...