Bear and Breakfast Guide - IGN (2024)

Bear and Breakfast is a management adventure game from Romanian developer Gummy Cat Studio and publisher Armor Game Studios. The game was released on July 28, 2022, on Steam, GoG, and the Epic Games Store and on September 15, 2022, for the Nintendo Switch.

Bear and Breakfast follows the story of a well-meaning bear named Hank, who, along with his friends Anni and Max, discovers a strange mechanical shark named Fin out in the woods. After interacting with Fin, Hank inadvertently becomes the caretaker and owner of a few rundown bed and breakfast resorts located throughout the Valley. With the help of Fin and his friends, Hank rebuilds these resorts to their former glory.

Along the way, Hank meets new humans and animals who provide services and resources to help him maintain his new resorts. Through gathering building materials and cooking ingredients, Hank is able to upgrade his resorts, thereby providing his new human guests with the absolutely perfect stay.

Bear and Breakfast is the first game released by Gummy Cat Studio. It was originally released on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GoG on July 28, 2022. It was then released on Nintendo Switch on September 15, 2022.

The game has been well-received by players. It has a "Very Positive" rating on Steam and a 75 Metascore on Metacritic.

Beginner's Guide: Essential Tips to Get Started

Bear and Breakfast is has a vast map with a lot of Main Quests and Management Quests to complete. There are a ton of materials to collect and as the game progresses, there will be ton of recipe to cook. It might be a little overwhelming to get started, but our Tips and Tricks will be a helpful resource to get started. Our World Map Overview and Locations will provide a quick view of the Valley. Lastly, if you want to know what Achievements and Trophies you can check out our list.

• Tips and Tricks
• World Map Overview and Locations
• Achievements and Trophies
  

Bear and Breakfast Walkthrough

There are a vast number of Main Quests to complete in Bear and Breakfast. If you feel like you're stuck, click on a link below for a Walkthrough. We provide information on where to go, who to talk to, and what you need.

• Complete Bear and Breakfast Walkthrough
  • The Thicket and Timber Crossing Quests
  • The A24 Quests
  • The Highlake and Darkgrove Quests
  • Winterberry and Whitestone Bay Quests
  • Pinefall Quests
  • The Epilogue and Hollowgate Quests

Management Quests (Placard Jobs)

After completing the Main Quests in a region, you will unlock the Management Quests aka the Placard Jobs. These jobs require some time to complete but the rewards are worth it. If you feel a little lost on what to do next, check our guides below...

• Complete Resort Management Jobs Walkthrough
  • Timber Crossing Management Jobs
  • The A24 Management Jobs
  • Highlake Management Jobs
  • Winterberry Management Jobs
  • Pinefall Management Jobs

Furniture and Cooking Recipes

Bear and Breakfast is management game and with that comes furniture and cooking recipes. You will need to build specific rooms for each each resort and those rooms need the best furniture you can craft. Once you have access to a Kitchen, you will need to cook recipes for your guests to keep them happy. Check our guides below to see what furniture options you have and what kind of food you can cook.

• Furniture Recipes
• Cooking Recipes

Collectibles and Museum Exhibits

After completing the Management Quests you will receive either Coins, clothes, or a Collectible. These Collectibles are essential for managing your resorts. Later in the game you will have the chance to open up a Museum where you can display human artefacts. Check out our handy guide to help you find all the Collectibles and Museum Exhibits.

• Collectibles and Museum Exhibits

Speciality Stores

In addition to collecting materials and gathering ingredients, there are Specialty Stores that have the decorations, cooking materials, building materials, and recipes you need to upgrade your resorts. Check our guide below to learn more about the Specialty Stores and what they have to offer.

• Specialty Stores