Chicken Little

About

In Chicken Little , players step into the shoes of the title character and his friends from the movie as they take on various action-packed adventures. Featuring gadgets like jet packs, slingshots, and catapults, players will face challenges such as alien invasions, spaceship piloting, and antigravity environments. The game encourages the use of teamwork and strategic thinking to save the day.

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Play Modes

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

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 392 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability31 negative mentions

The game is a nostalgic experience for many players, bringing back fond memories from childhood.
Despite its flaws, the gameplay is fun and offers a variety of levels and mini-games that keep it engaging.
The graphics and animations, while dated, are still appreciated for their charm and connection to the movie.

The PC port is riddled with bugs, including severe frame rate drops and glitches that make the game unplayable at times.
Many players report frustrating control issues and a lack of proper optimization for modern systems.
The game often requires players to replay levels due to bugs, leading to a tedious and frustrating experience.

stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and significant performance issues, particularly on Windows 11. Many players experience unplayable conditions due to sudden frame drops and character freezes, necessitating frame rate capping to avoid further bugs. Overall, the poor optimization and persistent glitches detract from the gameplay experience, leading to widespread frustration among players.
- “The game is so buggy it becomes unplayable sometimes; the game just glitches out and the character goes into the abyss.”
- “Frequently freezes, the physics frequently break if your fps isn't capped to 30, checkpoints don't exist, so if you have to restart you have to do the 15-minute levels all over again.”
- “This is the most awful port I've ever seen in my life; for God's sake, do not buy this version, it's extremely buggy.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
68%
11%
The game's story is praised for its emotional depth and immersive experience, closely following the movie while adding unique elements. However, some players express dissatisfaction with the inclusion of cutscenes from the film and report bugs that hinder gameplay, detracting from the overall narrative experience. Despite these issues, many reviewers highlight the story's ability to evoke nostalgia and resonate with players on a personal level, making it a significant aspect of the game.
- “For starters, it has an amazing story, with true heart and passion put into it.”
- “The immersion is so profound that you become an integral part of the story, experiencing it on a deeply personal level.”
- “Chicken Little's mix between a thrilling story, masterful level design, and beautiful mechanics really shape this game into what it is.”
- “Not a very big fan of including the literal cutscenes (which look kind of awful in this version) of the movie in here, and I would rather see the story being told from the game itself, which sometimes does, but I want more of it.”
- “If you've seen the movie, the story is the same, except with some filler here and there obviously.”
- “I give this game a solid 16 out of 11 and that's just for the graphics, don't even get me started on the story.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
48%
12%
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising its dynamic blend of styles, engaging mechanics, and nostalgic value, while others criticize it for bugs, control issues, and a lack of polish. Many appreciate the variety in gameplay modes, particularly platforming, but some find the experience marred by technical problems and a steep difficulty curve. Overall, it offers a fun and immersive experience for those willing to overlook its flaws.
- “Next, the gameplay of this masterpiece is truly immaculate.”
- “There is a true mix of gameplay styles that perfectly blend with one another.”
- “The gameplay is so dynamic you can run around in this vast open world as a chicken who lost his pants while on his way to school.”
- “Gameplay 5-6/10 in the start, but there are some bugs in the end that ruin the game.”
- “I'm pretty sure it is because of how new our hardware is, but yes, the engine tends to freak out a lot during gameplay.”
- “Goddamn this runs like crap to the point of actually affecting gameplay.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "phenomenal" and "superb," especially considering the game's age, while others criticize them as "bad" and headache-inducing. Many appreciate the artistic quality and improvements over the PS2 version, though some note the lack of graphics options.
- “In the realm of Chicken Little, the graphics aren't just visuals; they're living, breathing works of art.”
- “The graphics... oh the graphics, absolutely superb.”
- “Considering I played the game on PS2, it does feel like an upgrade having better graphics and nonexistent load times.”
- “The cut scenes are long as heck though I wish you could skip them; the graphics are so bad I got a headache the first time around playing.”
- “- no graphics options.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The music in the game is generally described as catchy and enjoyable, with many players appreciating its upbeat nature and the overall sound design. While some tracks are praised for their quality, there are mentions of reused music across levels, leading to a desire for more unique compositions. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, though it may not reach extraordinary heights.
- “The music and levels are great, and I wish we had more games like this.”
- “The menu music when you first open up the game is catchy and awesome!”
- “The music cheerfully plays for us to take in and enjoy the wonders of the world we have spawned in.”
- “In the menu, music and sounds can only go up so far.”
- “The controls, music, and what the game is trying to be is fine enough, nothing amazing but solid.”
- “I will start by saying that the music is pretty catchy; I don't think there was a track I didn't like, but there are some that are reused. I kind of wish they had their own tracks for each level.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
36%
36%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with many users reporting severe performance issues, glitches, and crashes, making it nearly unplayable for some. While a few players managed to improve performance through tweaks, the overall consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, especially for newer systems, detracting significantly from the experience.
- “I didn't have any performance issues, but PCGamingWiki has a couple of fixes listed.”
- “But with some tweaks, it can run smoothly.”
- “I also applied the draw distance fix to improve visibility, not caring about its performance impact since this is a pretty old title anyway.”
- “However, it is very disappointing that this game was not optimized well at all for Steam.”
- “A decent platformer ruined by horrible optimization and glitches.”
- “Optimized terribly; I can't even get through the first 5 minutes without it crashing and freezing an embarrassing amount of times.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its glitches and poor design, leading to a "so bad, it's good" experience that keeps players laughing, often for hours. While some elements may appeal to younger audiences, the overall comedic value is rooted in the game's absurdity and unintentional hilarity.
- “I don't remember why, but we were just constantly laughing as we were doing that gag for almost 3 hours.”
- “This is one of those hilarious 'so bad, it's good' kind of games that are riddled with glitches and levels that are really, really bad, that it makes for a good time to make fun of the game.”
- “Yes, I did run into some funny things.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a deeply emotional experience with the game, highlighting moments that evoke intense feelings ranging from joy and camaraderie to pain and frustration. Many express that the game has left a lasting impact, with some vowing never to play it again due to the emotional toll it took on them.
- “I cried multiple times; the space invaders level hurt me, and I wasted 9 hours of my life.”
- “The game took me on an emotional roller coaster, from heartwarming camaraderie to thrilling challenges, all while maintaining a level of perfection that left me in awe.”
- “Made me feel nauseous and upset.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, particularly as the game progresses, leading to a sense of padding that detracts from the initial enjoyment. Many feel that the amount of grinding required is overwhelming, suggesting it could take a significant time investment to keep up.
- “Even if it still worked, the beginning of this game is good, but over time it gets really padded and tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players highlight the game's exceptional replayability, with many expressing the potential to invest thousands of hours into it, indicating a rich and engaging experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “I could easily spend thousands of hours on this game due to its immense replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making it hard to put down.”