Chicken Assassin: Reloaded
- June 27, 2016
- Akupara Games
- 8h median play time
Chicken Assassin: Reloaded is an action-packed hack and slash game where you play as a retired chicken warrior named rooster Juan. With over 300 pieces of unique gear and 90 skills to master, you must battle against a slew of eccentric enemies in frantic, combo-driven combat. Take on various missions, unlock new abilities, and discover the truth behind Juan's retirement in this humorous, fast-paced adventure.
Reviews
- The game features a unique and colorful art style that many players find appealing.
- It's a fun and addictive clicker game that can be completed in a short amount of time, making it a good choice for casual gaming.
- The gameplay is interactive and offers a variety of upgrades and customization options, keeping players engaged.
- The game contains problematic and offensive racial and gender stereotypes that detract from the overall experience.
- Gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, leading to boredom after a few hours.
- There are several design flaws, such as poor hit detection and a lack of clarity in gameplay mechanics, which can frustrate players.
- story27 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a humorous and absurd narrative featuring a badass chicken navigating a Tarantino-esque world of crime and betrayal, filled with bizarre enemies and wacky costumes. While some players appreciate the unique and entertaining premise, others criticize it for its lack of political correctness, grammar issues, and a disappointing anticlimax. Overall, the story adds a quirky charm to the addictive clicker gameplay, though it may not resonate well with everyone due to its controversial elements.
“The storyline made sense of what was going on.”
“Oneshark is a most impressive team with fantastic writing, execution of story & mechanics, & graphical stylings.”
“Super fun clicker game, with an interesting story going for it.”
“There are bugs and the story has a pretty terrible anticlimax, but I got the game on sale for $2 CAD and would recommend it to anyone who can do the same.”
“Another issue is the grammar and spelling errors littered in the story sections that appear when you first enter a new area; I feel that, however, I can partially forgive this since the creator(s) seem to not speak English as a first language.”
“The storyline made sense of what was going on, but it is pretty ridiculous.”
- graphics26 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their unique and quirky art style, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive artwork and animations. While some describe the visuals as cluttered or reminiscent of flash games, the overall aesthetic is considered enjoyable and fitting for the game's humorous tone. Despite a few criticisms regarding graphical glitches, recent updates have improved the visual experience significantly.
“The comic style visuals are simple but crazy connected, or let's say very trippy.”
“Chicken Assassin: Reloaded has a really cool art style, just like all the other Oneshark games, and the music is pretty good too.”
“A great art style and visuals, looks very stylish.”
“Additionally, the game's art style makes everything on screen overly cluttered.”
“Graphics: 4/10”
“After updates and patches, many bug fixes and reworks, the crashes and graphic glitches I had been experiencing were all wiped from existence.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is primarily centered around repetitive clicking mechanics, akin to traditional clicker games, which some players find grindy and simplistic. While there are elements of diversity and fun, such as varied attack mechanics and engaging artwork, many reviews highlight issues with usability and a lack of depth, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its flaws, some players enjoyed the experience, particularly given its low price point.
“The gameplay is fun, if a little grindy, and requires you to be comfortable clicking a lot.”
“8 hours of gameplay, but it was a fun 8 hours, which is pretty rare nowadays.”
“The gameplay is more interactive than other clicker games.”
“The gameplay is nothing but clicking to attack, so I'd recommend using an autoclicker.”
“Poor gameplay (you just click left or right as fast as you can), pretty repetitive.”
“Slow, hard to play, gameplay, usability.”
- music17 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while many players appreciate the well-made soundtracks and ambient tunes that enhance the overall experience, some express disappointment with the main menu music, describing it as disjointed and unappealing. Overall, the art and music are frequently praised, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere, despite some criticisms regarding specific tracks.
“The art and the music are great!”
“Music is superb, artwork and animations were on point, and the scaling wasn't too easy nor too hard.”
“Really love the music and the art!”
“The main menu music (before you pay souls to unlock more music…in a game you paid for already) is a seemingly random assortment of drum beats and synths, with some weird pitched up vocals meandering around in the background that soon fades to almost out of tune piano chords.”
“Most times you are better off playing with the music turned down.”
“Bad music”
- humor11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and irreverent, while others feel it can be hit-or-miss. Many appreciate the quirky visual gags and character interactions, describing the humor as both dumb and entertaining, though some critique its inconsistency. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy a lighthearted and whimsical approach to gaming.
“It's a great fun game at a very decent price, with some humor, and many things to keep things interesting, lots of clothing and whatnot.”
“It's so dumb, it's actually quite funny.”
“Full of sarcastic and hilarious characters…”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable and rewarding, though it does require a significant amount of clicking. While some may view it as tedious, many appreciate the sense of accomplishment it brings.
“The gameplay is fun, if a little grindy, and requires you to be comfortable clicking a lot.”
“Grinding is rewarding and doesn't feel like a chore.”
“Grindy”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the art style and overall feel, while the sound design is considered satisfactory.
“I really liked the art and the atmosphere, and the sound was alright.”
“The atmosphere and feel of the game is just as good.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the character development draws significant influence from 1930s and 40s design, which is appreciated for its artistic merit, even if some may not personally incorporate this style into their own creations.
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization model is user-friendly, allowing players to enjoy the game without the pressure of microtransactions.
“One of those games where you don't have to make microtransactions.”
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure you to spend money.”
“I appreciate that the game offers plenty of content without requiring purchases.”
“The monetization system feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
“It's frustrating that so many features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending extra.”
“The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency really detract from the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers indicate that the game has limited replayability, as once players have explored and uncovered all its content, there is little incentive to revisit it.
“Even then, there isn't much replay value after you've discovered everything to appreciate.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant improvements in stability following updates and patches, with many experiencing a complete elimination of crashes and graphic glitches that had previously affected gameplay.
“After updates and patches, many bug fixes and reworks, the crashes and graphic glitches I had been experiencing were all wiped from existence.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I encountered numerous stability issues, including random freezes and lag spikes that ruin the experience.”