Chicken Feet

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"Chicken Feet" is a quirky, first-person puzzle adventure game where you play as a detective with chicken feet. Solve puzzles, interrogate eccentric characters, and uncover the mystery behind your unusual transformation in a bizarre, hand-drawn world. With witty dialogue and surreal humor, this game offers a unique and memorable experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 326 reviews

story23 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a surprisingly engaging story and multiple levels, providing a fun and entertaining experience.
The gameplay is a unique blend of horror and humor, with a giant chicken that is both terrifying and hilarious.
Despite its short length, the game is well-polished with great voice acting and a decent atmosphere, making it enjoyable for streaming and casual play.

The game is quite short, typically taking only about 30-60 minutes to complete, which some players feel does not justify the price.
There are issues with movement controls and performance, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The gameplay can feel repetitive, as much of it involves hiding and waiting for the chicken to leave, which may not appeal to everyone.

story
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
57%
6%
The game's story, while centered around the absurd premise of running from a giant chicken, is surprisingly deep and engaging, with a tragic undertone that adds depth to the experience. Players appreciate the straightforward narrative and the inclusion of collectible tapes that enhance the lore, making the short gameplay feel purposeful and well-structured. Despite its comedic elements, the story is well-executed, with good voice acting and a satisfying twist, leading many to rate it highly despite the game's overall brevity.
- “This game has a great story, simple and easy to follow (which I love). The voice acting is great and the twist is fun and interesting!”
- “So this game is short, but don't let that turn you away; it's got a great story for what it is and it's actually pretty tragic... fear and tragedy... does it get much better?”
- “I also like that there is a very deep story behind this game; it is not just a run and hide, meaningless type of repetitive chases, there is a good story behind it.”
- “The gameplay is horrible but the price tag is worth it for the last part of the story.”
- “It's a walking simulator and that's all, 3 levels where the chicken chases you and not much story for it.”
- “I would love a longer story.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
73%
14%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it unoriginal and plagued by performance issues, despite meeting recommended system requirements. While certain aspects, like stealth mechanics and humor, are praised, others criticize the repetitive nature and pacing, leading to moments of boredom. Overall, the game offers straightforward mechanics and an engaging story, but it could benefit from more varied gameplay elements.
- “I was not expecting it to be as fun as it is, but it really is such a well-made horror game with great humor and polished stealth mechanics.”
- “I honestly got into the game expecting a 100% 'meme game', but even with that being part of the game, it managed to tell an interesting story with simple and straightforward mechanics.”
- “Mechanics were solid, nothing was frustrating, saves were common enough to not be mean, and the story was short and sweet.”
- “The gameplay isn't all that unique at all, and the graphics are mediocre at best, which I would have no problem with, but it still somehow manages to run really bad even above the recommended system requirements.”
- “The gameplay is horrible but the price tag is worth it for the last part of the story.”
- “I actually got bored at one point because the gameplay consists of just waiting for the chicken to leave your hiding place.”
humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the concept of a giant, scary chicken both hilarious and entertaining, especially in the initial moments of gameplay. Many reviews highlight the blend of terror and comedy, describing the experience as a mix of laughter and panic, making it a unique and enjoyable experience despite some criticisms regarding control options and playtime. Overall, the game's absurd premise and execution contribute to its comedic appeal, making it well worth the price for those seeking a fun, lighthearted challenge.
- “Hilarious realistic huge scary chicken chasing you is more fun than it sounds. The only real issues I had with the game were not being able to change the control mapping and the very short playtime, 2 hours for me.”
- “It's hilarious and fun.”
- “Such a well-made and often hilarious game, well worth the asking price!”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
42%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the atmospheric visuals and consider them among the best of the year, others find them mediocre and note performance issues, even on systems that meet or exceed the recommended requirements. Overall, the graphics contribute to a fun experience, but they may not meet the expectations of those seeking cutting-edge visuals.
- “Best graphics, audio, and voice acting of this year.”
- “Graphics are quite good, but performance can be a bit weak for that.”
- “Don't expect amazing graphics, but just a great atmosphere and a fun to play game with no very complicated puzzles.”
- “The gameplay isn't all that unique at all, and the graphics are mediocre at best, which I would have no problem with, but it still somehow manages to run really bad even above the recommended system requirements.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the overall experience, with catchy chase themes that add excitement and tension during gameplay. The ambient tracks contribute to a spooky atmosphere, effectively complementing the game's lore and concept. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant asset to the game's appeal.
- “Good: ridiculous-in-a-good-way concept, deceptively deep lore, and catchy chase music.”
- “Game is pretty solid and spooky with ambient music.”
- “The chases are fun and the music makes you very tense when the chicken is getting closer to you.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The game is praised for its strong horror atmosphere, providing an engaging experience despite its lack of impressive graphics and complex puzzles. However, players express a desire for more sound effects to enhance the spookiness of the environment.
- “Great horror atmosphere game.”
- “Don't expect amazing graphics, but just a great atmosphere and a fun to play game with no very complicated puzzles.”
- “I do wish there were more sound effects to make the atmosphere more spooky (e.g. opening creaky door or broken lights).”
- “I do wish there were more sound effects to make the atmosphere more spooky, like the sound of a creaky door opening or flickering lights.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a deeply emotional experience, highlighting a range of feelings from joy to sorrow, indicating that the game effectively evokes strong emotional responses.
- “I cried, I laughed, I loved.”
- “I cried, I laughed, I loved.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's graphics are generally well-received, but players have noted that performance issues can detract from the overall experience.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's high replayability due to the unpredictable nature of the AI, which consistently behaves differently in each playthrough, keeping the experience fresh and engaging.
- “The AI feels really random and does something completely different than it did the last time, which enhances replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second life, suggesting it can be excessively time-consuming or challenging.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally stable, with some users reporting minor glitches; however, the effective auto-save feature allows players to easily resolve these issues by reloading their progress.