In the Kitchen with Xbox: Recipes Inspired by PC Game Pass

You can think of PC Game Pass as a menu for games – you browse, weigh up the options, and then pick something to delight your senses. Around 80% people consume food and drink when playing video games[1]We were inspired by our love for food and our passion of games to create a new game.

In order to do this, we put on our aprons (and a pair or Minecraft x Crocs) and teamed up chefs across the globe including LETSMUNCH UK, Gastronogeek France, La Cocina Del Pirata Spain, etc.) in order to develop a set of recipes inspired from a number of PC Game Pass titles. The result was a collection of dishes that were inspired by a variety of games available via PC Game Pass. Minecraft Legends, a Smörgåstårta inspired by the Well of Fate, a speedy salad that’s faster to make than a lap around one of Forza Horizon 5’s Mexican courses, and much more.

We’ll stop rambling or else the food will get cold – let’s get to the recipes, all of which are available for you to download and try at home. We’d love to hear from you, so if you try any of the recipes below or come up with your own recipes inspired by games within Game Pass, please share them with us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram using #GamePassRecipes

Calle soto is a Swedish designer who has crafted a pretty unique piece. Inspire by Minecraft Legends’ Well of Fate and other in-game items such as the fish and golden apple, they’ve come up with a cubic Smörgåstårta. It tastes almost as good as it looks… and might even act as a distraction for any players in PvP, leaving their fort open to an attack.

Inspiration by RedfallLETSMUNCH is the latest Arkane-Austin game. He decided to take on the vampires by using his best weapon: the kitchen. Transforming a traditional British staple, the Cottage Pie, – but adding beetroot to impart his Polish dual heritage on the dish and giving a red colour and a twist – this comes with enough garlic to subdue even the most powerful Vampire Gods. This dish is very appealing. Bloody delicious – although those of the vampire variety might not agree.

The Overworld is not an easy task to defend from Piglins. Thankfully, renowned French Chef Gastronogeek and his awesome team of Allays have created two separate mocktails to sustain those leading the charge while venturing into heroic battles from Mojang’s new action strategy game. C’est délicieux.

Inspiration by Forza Horizon 5’s Mexican landscapes, Let’s Cook mit Julian has prepared the perfect speedy salad for those immersed in the pristine beaches, living deserts and lush jungles of Playground Games’ breathtaking biomes.

Avoiding becoming part of the Vampire God’s food chain and surviving the Vampire apocalypse requires creative solutions. While some may choose to tackle the vampire legion and their brood of maniacal followers head on, others may look at creating a dish to temporarily satisfy the fearsome creatures; and that’s exactly what La Cocina Del Pirata has put together with their Pulled Pork Burger.

A dish that is inspired by a particular cuisine makes perfect sense. Forza Horizon 5 to make a quick impression, so here it is: Forza-toast by Calle Soto – a Langoustine and Camembert grilled cheese with truffle bechamel and crispy Parma ham.

This fuel is a perfect choice for anyone who wants to experience the vast landscapes of Mexico in their Ultimate Horizon Adventure. It features truffles and mustard inspired by Modena.

Whether you’re at the front gate of the Hulaoguan Pass or manoeuvring through Luoyang, the capital of the Han Empire, take a break with a basket of Imperial Dumplings. The Three Kingdoms scene inspired this dish. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Jasmineandtea’s tea will give you the energy to take on your next opponent.

As if ripped from the game’s own Lobster Pound restaurant, Gastronogeek also brings us his take on clam chowder, a well-known dish from Redfall’s home state of Massachusetts. Made from clam and seafood stock, those lucky enough to tuck into this sinister soup will be met with a “bloody” coulis, hidden away in the chowder.

Horizon adventures are not possible if you’re hungry. From Jaja w Kuchni comes the ‘Tacos Ruskie’, a vibrant take on tacos with a Polish twist, well suited to those rallying around the open-world landscapes of Mexico.

Whether you’ve got a taste for any of the featured dishes or have been inspired to create something from the world of a different–flavoured title, be sure to check out these games and more on PC Game Pass today.