Abyss Kitchen is a unique 2D survival action/strategy game that places players in the role of Lop, a beast-girl chef. Tasked with supporting a party of adventurers, players must gather resources from dungeons and prepare meals to keep the team energized and effective. The gameplay revolves around automated combat, allowing players to focus on dodging attacks and collecting essential ingredients while their party engages with enemies. This blend of action and strategy makes for an engaging experience as you navigate through resource-scarce environments.

The game emphasizes cooking and buff management, where players gather ingredients from plants and defeated monsters to create meals at campsites. These dishes not only restore health but also provide various stat enhancements critical for overcoming dungeon challenges. With features like stagger and command attacks, Abyss Kitchen encourages players to strike at the right moments to unleash powerful moves and adapt their strategies based on the dynamic combat scenario, making each playthrough uniquely strategic.