Chicken Invaders 4

97%
Game Brain Score Based on 262 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • humor
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In Chicken Invaders 4, players join a frantic battle against an army of chickens determined to take over the solar system. With new weapons, power-ups, and customization options, players must save Earth and blast their way through an epic intergalactic adventure. This sequel introduces in-depth gameplay features, including cooperative multiplayer mode, making it an engaging and exciting experience for all sci-fi shooter enthusiasts.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 262 reviews
story10 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Nostalgic and fun gameplay that brings back childhood memories.
  • Improved mechanics and level design, offering a variety of challenges and engaging boss fights.
  • Great for multiplayer, providing a fun experience with friends and family.
  • Repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom over time.
  • Some graphical effects obscure important elements, making it difficult to see projectiles.
  • Unlocking rewards can feel grindy and may detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • story32 mentions

    The story in Chicken Invaders 4 has been praised for its humor and engaging plot, featuring a quirky narrative about chickens trying to escape their fate. While the storytelling has improved compared to previous titles, some players find it frustrating that they can accidentally skip story sections. Overall, the game offers a fun and satisfying experience, with a more accessible approach to unlocking rewards that enhances the gameplay.

    • “Chicken Invaders 4 is a fantastic improvement over its predecessors, offering more engaging gameplay, clearer mechanics, and a better storytelling experience.”
    • “A great addition to the franchise and a great continuation of the previous game's story.”
    • “The story behind the chickens being the true good guys and us slaughtering them merely for chicken burgers really struck a chord in me.”
    • “However, one drawback is that players may accidentally skip some of the story sections by pressing the space bar, which is a bit frustrating.”
    • “The plot doesn't really make sense.”
    • “There's still the stupid weapon warmup, things unlock with a lot of grinding, and the story talks too much, and the final boss isn't interesting or original.”
  • gameplay22 mentions

    The gameplay of Chicken Invaders 4 is praised for its engaging mechanics, improved visuals, and entertaining storytelling, making it a fun and replayable arcade experience. While some players find the gameplay straightforward and reminiscent of previous titles, the addition of new features and power-ups keeps it fresh for newcomers. Overall, it offers a satisfying mix of fast-paced action and humor, though some players feel it could benefit from more levels and diversity.

    • “Chicken Invaders 4 is a fantastic improvement over its predecessors, offering more engaging gameplay, clearer mechanics, and a better storytelling experience.”
    • “With its improved mechanics, engaging gameplay, and fun storytelling, it's a game that offers a satisfying experience.”
    • “This game is amazing—an awesome mix of fast-paced gameplay that tests your accuracy and reaction time.”
    • “One playthrough is still around 2 hours long which is not much, but it can be extended for more with co-op or a newly added game mechanic which, in my opinion, is the worst addition ever and should be removed.”
    • “If you have played previous titles before, you will get bored pretty quickly as the gameplay is identical most of the time.”
    • “The gameplay is rather straightforward, as all you do is click to shoot and move your mouse to move.”
  • humor22 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its quirky comedic elements, hilarious plot, and amusing cutscenes that enhance the overall experience. Many reviews note that the game successfully combines fun gameplay with a lighthearted tone, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults. Overall, the humor is described as a standout feature that adds charm and entertainment value to the game.

    • “I think this is my favorite in the series, new engine, new mods, new everything, loved the humor and the soundtrack... holllly chicken.”
    • “It's clucking hilarious!”
    • “Simple bullet-hell gameplay with some hilarious jokes.”
  • music20 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its ability to enhance the overall experience and immersion. The soundtrack is described as magical and tasteful, featuring standout tracks that resonate well with gameplay, particularly the final boss victory music. While some players noted that it may not surpass previous installments, the majority agree that it is one of the best soundtracks in the series, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The music perfectly complements the game's overall experience, and the sound effects suit the actions performed on the screen, adding to the game's immersive nature.”
    • “Don't even get me started on the soundtrack; it is truly a blessing to have this game's OST gracing my ears at any time, let alone while playing such a masterpiece. It's a tasteful and magical use of sound design.”
    • “This game might also have one of my favorite video game soundtracks overall, with the final boss victory music being my #1 favorite in the soundtrack.”
    • “One little minor thing that disappoints me in this game is that the soundtrack isn't as good as Chicken Invaders 3.”
    • “Music is generic.”
    • “9/10 (mostly because it's a pretty mindless game. I usually listen to music and think about life while I blast these suckers).”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the breathtaking visual style and improved dynamics, while others criticize the quality and note that certain effects can obscure important gameplay elements. Overall, the visuals are described as a blend of 2D and 3D, with unique designs and power-ups enhancing the experience.

    • “Possibly the greatest game of all time, with a breathtaking visual/graphic style; it's a treat for the eyes.”
    • “Wonderful soundtrack and graphics with more unique (and better balanced) waves of chickens with new power-ups to use and many things to unlock.”
    • “Better humor, better graphics, better mechanics, a child's dream :) (gonna try to unlock all unlockables, so good luck to me :d)”
    • “Many of the graphical effects obscure important things like enemy projectiles.”
    • “Graphics most looks like a 3D... but it is actually 2.5D anyways.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the unlockables and potential for depth from future updates, others feel it falls short in execution and lacks challenge, diminishing the incentive to replay.

    • “Good price for the amount of hours I put in and has big replay value as it has a good deal of unlockables!”
    • “This gives the game some replayability.”
    • “Personally, I feel that the game will benefit a lot from the added depth from the PDS and RPG, which will make it a lot more interesting as well as add a lot of replayability.”
    • “Basically, it was meant to be replayable, but fails in executing that idea.”
    • “Also, the game is pretty easy, which hurts the replay value.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be time-consuming and repetitive, often leading to burnout if rushed. While unlocking everything requires significant effort, some appreciate the option to take their time, though the introduction of new keys has added to the grind. Overall, many feel that excessive grinding detracts from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “Unlocking everything takes a long time and can definitely be grindy, but you don't have to push yourself to do it quickly if you don't want to, since burnout is bad.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The new keys only add more 'grindy' aspects to it, and most grindy games aren't fun to play due to their repetitiveness.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Players consistently praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting its unique levels that contribute to a nostalgic and immersive experience. This enduring appeal has captivated fans since childhood, making it a memorable part of their gaming journey.

    • “I've been playing it since I was a child, and I've always loved the unique levels and the atmosphere it had.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy in the game has been noted for its innovative approach, particularly highlighted by the integration of KFC advertisements, which users find to be increasingly clever and engaging.

  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express that the emotional aspect of the game is often hindered by a tendency to avoid engaging with certain elements, which can detract from the overall immersive experience. This reluctance to interact with the environment may lead to a less impactful emotional connection with the narrative and characters.

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