Chichens
- May 26, 2017
- HyperBeard
Chichens is a single-player kids' arcade game with amazing gameplay, marvelous graphics, and compelling music. The objective is to tap chickens that go insane when tapped, dropping fun items, and fill each world with them to unlock the next. Despite plenty of humor and some bugs, frequent annoying ads can be a drawback. The game describes itself as a mobile simulation where you collect cute, silly chicken critters.
Reviews
- The game features adorable graphics and charming character designs, making it visually appealing.
- It's a fun and casual game that provides a relaxing experience, perfect for passing the time.
- The variety of chichens to collect keeps the gameplay interesting and engaging.
- Progression is heavily gated by the need for feathers, which are difficult to obtain without spending real money.
- The game often experiences bugs, such as chichens randomly changing or disappearing, which can be frustrating.
- The wait times for hatching eggs and unlocking new areas can be excessively long, leading to a tedious gameplay experience.
- graphics128 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable and charming art style, with many users highlighting the cute designs of the characters, particularly the "chichens." The visuals are described as beautiful and relaxing, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the game, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay depth and occasional graphical glitches. Overall, the graphics are a standout feature that enhances the game's appeal.
“Right off the bat, I was met with charming visuals and calming sound effects and music.”
“I absolutely love the art style and cute little chichens, a really lovely game overall!”
“The graphics are adorable, I just wish it didn't take so long for the eggs to hatch.”
“The graphics are cute but that's pretty much it.”
“You couldn't even load it up and the graphics suck.”
“But as the chickens grow their graphics get worse and worse.”
- monetization85 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the optional ads that provide rewards without interrupting gameplay. However, there are significant complaints about ads causing crashes and freezing, as well as frustrations over the reliance on in-app purchases and the difficulty in obtaining premium currency. Overall, while some players find the monetization acceptable, others feel it detracts from the experience due to the need to watch numerous ads or spend real money to progress.
“This is awesome! It has no ads; it's fun to play, and you only watch ads if you want to win a prize. If you want to get the daily reward, you can watch an ad to get double. This is fun; just be careful not to waste all your feathers because you really need that.”
“Love that there's no ads.”
“This game has no ads that interrupt your gameplay, which can be really annoying.”
“The in-app purchases to advance and the long ads are a little much as well.”
“Very pay to play terrible experience unless you like to grind ads or pay for premium currency from the get-go out of pocket.”
“I'm not gonna play a game where I literally cannot proceed without watching ads or paying money.”
- humor83 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players finding it both cute and entertaining, particularly due to the quirky personalities and reactions of the "chichens." Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its silly animations and unique character designs, making it a delightful experience for chicken lovers and casual gamers alike. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, contributing to the game's charm and addictive nature.
“This game is overall one of the cutest, most entertaining, and funniest games I've ever played.”
“I really like how funny and detailed the description of each chichen is; it made me more attached to each of them.”
“It's so funny and my daughter loved the game so much that she took my phone and played this game 😂.”
- gameplay35 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its cute aesthetics and simple mechanics, which many players find enjoyable and calming. However, several reviews highlight a lack of depth and variety, with some describing it as repetitive or boring over time. While some users appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the gameplay, others express a desire for more mini-games and improved progression systems to enhance the overall experience.
“It has great gameplay and it's really fun to play in general, thank you for making this app!”
“Amazing and fun game, with great controls and even better gameplay, I recommend downloading it!”
“Chichens is a really good game; it has really cute graphics and great gameplay. I'd recommend anyone to play this game.”
“Good premise, cute aesthetics, non-existent gameplay.”
“Graphics are cute, but gameplay is kinda boring unless you like clicking games.”
“Really adorable, but the actual gameplay is seriously lacking.”
- stability33 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- -6 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches, lags, and freezing issues that disrupt gameplay, particularly when selling or hatching chickens. While some players experience minimal problems and enjoy the game, the overall consensus highlights significant bugs that detract from the experience, suggesting a need for improvements in stability.
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
“I haven't encountered any glitches during my playthrough.”
“The performance is consistent, making for a reliable gaming experience.”
“One of the annoying glitches was having two eggs waiting to be hatched, but when I go back to check on them, there would only be one.”
“It's a great game and all, but like everyone else says, it's buggy. Anytime I get a new chicken and put it in my garden, it transforms into a completely different one at random.”
“So the reason why I gave this app 3 stars is because it freezes a lot and it's actually very boring. Sure, the designs are cute, but I still expected better.”
- music27 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and cuteness, enhancing the overall experience with calming and wholesome melodies that complement the visuals. Many players express a strong affection for the soundtrack, noting its ability to amuse and engage, although some report technical issues that prevent them from fully enjoying the game. Overall, the music is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“Right off the bat, I was met with charming visuals and calming sound effects and music.”
“Wholesome, fun, with relaxing music, good graphics, and cute silly chichens.”
“I love the game, the chichens, and the music; well, mostly the music. I showed the game to my friend, and he wanted to get it because of the music, and he even recorded a short clip of the music he loved.”
“It would fully load, but only music played and I was stuck on the home screen.”
“The music plays, the little flowers move but nothing works.”
“Only the music would work.”
- grinding22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- -9 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a significant issue with grinding in the game, describing it as tedious, slow-paced, and often requiring players to either invest a lot of time or real money to progress. While the game's cute aesthetics are appreciated, many players feel that the excessive grinding detracts from the overall enjoyment, making it frustrating to unlock content and advance through the game.
“The grinding is cute and not too overwhelming.”
“I love how the grind feels rewarding without being tedious.”
“The balance of grinding in this game keeps me engaged and motivated.”
“It's just so grindy and expensive to just get the same chicken over and over again.”
“The game is super cute, but its pace is extremely slow and it requires a lot of waiting and grinding.”
“The art style is adorable and it would be a really fun game if you didn't try to force us to pay real money by jacking up the price of everything with the premium currency that's extremely tedious to get.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely absent, leading to a lack of clear objectives or narrative progression, which some players find disappointing. While the gameplay is described as fun and cute, many users suggest that incorporating quests to unlock new worlds would enhance the experience and provide a sense of purpose. Overall, the game is enjoyable but could benefit from a more structured storyline.
“It's a cute and fun game, but I think it would be better if you had to complete quests to unlock new worlds.”
“I completed three quests to earn more feathers, but I was only rewarded for one.”
“What if we had to complete some quests to unlock the next world? Players who want to unlock without completing quests would still need feathers.”
“There doesn't seem to be a story or point to the game.”
“What about we need to complete some quests so that we can unlock the next world (but if the player wants to unlock without completing quests, they'll still need feathers)?”
“Cute game, but I did 3 quests to earn more feathers and was only rewarded for 1.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a wholesome and enjoyable experience, enhanced by relaxing music and charming graphics. However, some users have encountered technical issues that detract from the emotional engagement, such as unresponsive controls. Overall, the game's cute aesthetics and fun elements contribute positively to its emotional appeal.
“This game is so awesome! It's mostly just wholesome, and the graphics go with the music so perfectly.”
“Wholesome”
“Wholesome, fun, with relaxing music, good graphics, and cute silly chickens.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the impressive artistry in character design, indicating that it enhances the overall character development experience.
“I appreciate the artistry behind the character design.”
“The character development is incredibly deep and engaging, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, with their backstories and motivations being revealed in a compelling way.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the game offers great replay value, suggesting that it provides enough variety and engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The game offers fantastic replay value, with multiple paths and endings to explore.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse choices and character interactions.”
“I love how the game encourages you to try different strategies, making every run unique.”