Chicken Police

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 453 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • humor
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If you have a hankering for a good, old-fashioned hardboiled detective mystery starring anthropomorphic animals, Chicken Police will definitely tickle your fancy.
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"Chicken Police" is a single-player mystery point-and-click game with an intriguing story, splendid gameplay, sensational visuals, and a fantastic soundtrack. You play as a former detective duo, Sonny Featherland and Marty MacChicken, forced to work together to solve a bizarre case in the city of Clawville. Explore over 30 locations, collect clues, interrogate characters, and use evidence to solve the case in this unique atmosphere filled with humor.

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Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 453 reviews
story132 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning visuals and a unique noir aesthetic that immerses players in its world.
  • The voice acting is top-notch, bringing the quirky characters to life and enhancing the overall experience.
  • The writing is clever and humorous, with engaging dialogue that keeps players entertained throughout the story.
  • The gameplay is mostly linear and lacks depth, with minimal investigative mechanics that may disappoint players looking for a more challenging experience.
  • The story can be predictable at times, with some plot twists feeling clichéd or rushed.
  • There are occasional issues with dialogue mismatches and minor bugs that can detract from the overall immersion.
  • story285 mentions

    The story of "Chicken Police - Paint it Red" is a quirky and engaging noir detective narrative set in a world of anthropomorphic animals, featuring strong voice acting and humor that enhances the experience. While the plot is often predictable and linear, with some clichés and unresolved threads, it captivates players with its rich lore, character interactions, and a unique visual style. Overall, it offers a compelling blend of storytelling and atmosphere, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of narrative-driven games.

    • “It's a fun, weird, noir detective story with good voice acting.”
    • “The story, voice-overs, and adult humor are great, making this a must-play.”
    • “The story is engaging and plays out in great detail with a wide variety of animal characters in classic roles (the sidekick, the sexy damsel in distress, the mob boss, the madam, the police chief, etc.).”
    • “The player has absolutely no influence on the story taking place in the town of 'Clawville'.”
    • “The story that is at the center of the experience simply falls apart from the mid-point once you begin unraveling the mystery.”
    • “A lot of tired clichés in both story and dialogue.”
  • graphics84 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and unique art style, effectively capturing a gritty noir aesthetic that enhances the immersive atmosphere. Players appreciate the combination of beautiful artwork, excellent voice acting, and a fitting soundtrack, which together create a captivating experience. While some minor glitches were noted, the overall visual presentation is considered a standout feature that complements the engaging storytelling.

    • “It has stunning visuals and atmosphere.”
    • “The writing and voice acting are superb, the music perfectly fitting, and the unique art style is so well done.”
    • “The artwork is crisp and simply stunning to look at, and the highly compressed video on this store page can't do it justice.”
    • “The art style repeatedly takes ugly trips into the uncanny valley.”
    • “Not only are the visuals something you don't see often, but they also give you the feeling that you're in a VR game, with panning left and right moving as if a person rotates.”
    • “Anyway, this game will certainly be someone's gem for the art style and noir film vibe, but if you don't like the dudes with a chicken head, you might need to think carefully before you purchase this.”
  • humor77 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its originality, intelligence, and engaging delivery, often blending absurdity with clever dialogue and character interactions. Players appreciate the witty animal puns and the balance of lightheartedness with deeper themes, making the experience both entertaining and thought-provoking. The strong voice acting and well-crafted story further enhance the comedic elements, resulting in a unique and enjoyable narrative that resonates with fans of both humor and noir genres.

    • “It plays out its absurdist premise with resolute straight-faced humor; every single character is a joy to speak with, and the choice of animals to convey personality quirks and character tropes puts Bojack Horseman to shame.”
    • “The duo of this game, Sonny Featherland and Marty McChicken, are very similar to classic Harlem detectives, but the Chicken Police are more iconic due to their personality balance, humor, and presence that offers enjoyment to a wide range of tastes.”
    • “Everything is tongue-in-cheek, producing a nice blend of a somber detective story and hilarious interactions between the characters.”
  • music74 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, particularly with its jazzy soundtrack that complements the film noir style. Many reviewers noted the high quality of the compositions and voice acting, which together create an engaging and immersive experience. However, some players mentioned that the music can become repetitive during extended gameplay, slightly detracting from the overall enjoyment.

    • “The writing is excellent, and the music and art direction really sells the sense of film noir.”
    • “The music fits the genre well and really underscores the atmosphere.”
    • “With a soundtrack straight out of the 1940s, we want nothing more than to sit in the czar club, sip on a whiskey, and listen to jazz till that burly bouncer kicks us out.”
    • “The only little negative thing I would mention just to prove I'm doing an honest review is that the music gets repetitive.”
    • “You spend quite some time in the same scenes going through the narrative content, and the background music gets annoying at some point.”
    • “The soundtrack itself is alright, but it becomes repetitive especially on repeat visits to locations, but it's never out of place or bizarre or anything like that.”
  • gameplay59 mentions

    The gameplay of "Chicken Police - Paint it Red" is primarily a visual novel experience, heavily reliant on dialogue and reading, with minimal interactive elements such as point-and-click mechanics and occasional mini-games. While some players appreciate the unique aesthetic, engaging characters, and humor, many criticize the lack of depth in investigative gameplay, feeling it leans more towards an interactive story than a true detective game. Overall, enjoyment largely depends on one's interest in narrative over gameplay complexity.

    • “Amazing soundtrack, engaging gameplay and world, interesting characters.”
    • “The gameplay consists of a blend of point-and-click adventure as well as visual novel elements that create an experience that I haven't had the pleasure of enjoying for quite some time.”
    • “Gameplay itself is simple, your standard point-and-click affair involving clicking dialog boxes and finding items to progress, with key elements involving logic and trying to figure out what questions to ask in order to get key information out of characters involved in the plot, and I must say it is kind of nice, and does require a bit of brain power if you want all the details.”
    • “There is no investigative gameplay - the one thing that investigation games should have.”
    • “I bought this based on all the positive reviews, and while the production values are great and it made me chuckle the first couple of hours, I was really disappointed that there was almost no gameplay to it whatsoever, just clicking and dialogues.”
    • “Very little gameplay of any kind and a fairly primitive UI.”
  • atmosphere51 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning visuals, exceptional voice acting, and immersive soundtracks that effectively capture a rich film noir aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the unique blend of humor, deep lore, and stylish presentation, creating a captivating experience that draws players into its world. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a standout feature, enhancing the storytelling and engagement throughout.

    • “On the plus side: the developers absolutely nailed the atmosphere.”
    • “A visual novel that oozes atmosphere but keeps it unique enough due to the world's setting.”
    • “The noir atmosphere is the most important element of the recipe, charming you from the very first minutes and guiding you gently to the end by fueling your sense of accomplishment with new discoveries.”
    • “The end result is heavy noir atmosphere mixed with surrealism.”
    • “May not be for everyone, but the tone and atmosphere reflects correctly to the 1920s they try to represent.”
    • “The use of a monochromatic color palette save for those few important scenes helps add to the atmosphere of a pulp noir detective story, and the use of animals for characters helped make for some rather interesting quips from the cast portrayed as well as help the story develop in a rather interesting way.”
  • character development10 mentions

    The game excels in character development through its exceptional design and voice acting, featuring unique anthropomorphic characters that enhance the noir experience. Players appreciate the depth of character interactions influenced by their choices, although some noted minor technical issues and an abrupt story conclusion. Overall, the combination of humor, creativity, and engaging writing captivates both streamers and audiences alike.

    • “The game offers really good character development, if you pick the right choices (like L.A. Noire) but with the sometimes disturbing but otherwise comedic animal takes on the noir universe.”
    • “The character design, voice acting, and tone create a unique experience that has both our streamers and our viewers absolutely captivated.”
    • “Whether it is the Russian Blue cat with a Russian accent or the street-worn raccoon who runs a diner, the character design, wordplay, and puns evoke top-quality snickers and eye rolls.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which detracted from the overall experience.”
    • “While the character design is visually appealing, the lack of meaningful growth or change in the characters is disappointing.”
  • stability4 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with impressive graphics and immersive environments. While some minor glitches and interface issues are noted, they do not significantly detract from the overall experience, which runs smoothly on the Switch. Players appreciate the strong writing and character design, contributing to a largely enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “It looks and runs great on the Switch, with only a couple of really minuscule interface issues that are easily ignored.”
    • “A brilliantly realized and immersive world, strong writing, filled with humor and intrigue, aesthetically beautiful, and runs great.”
    • “The game maintains a stable performance throughout, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
    • “The game has some nice graphics and environments, but there are ugly glitches here and there that detract from the experience.”
    • “There are a few glitches with the information provided versus what you're expected to know, which can be frustrating.”
    • “While the game features great characters and a good story, the stability issues with glitches can disrupt the overall enjoyment.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    Players find the emotional depth of the game surprising, as they become invested in the story and characters, particularly in the context of serious themes like racism and sexism. The blend of humor and emotional moments creates a compelling narrative experience that resonates with players.

    • “Imagine getting invested in the lore of a world populated by animal people and a story of two chickens trying to solve a case to the point of getting emotional at the end - couldn't be me.”
    • “It's not only entertaining, but often downright hilarious, or emotionally gripping, depending on the specific situation.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    While the quests offer some replayability, the overall story experience is best enjoyed once, leading to limited replay value. Players noted that the game's content, clocking in at around 11 hours, fell short of expectations for a more substantial 20-30 hour experience, which further diminishes its replay potential.

    • “The story length and replayability are impressive; while I got 11 hours of content from the game, I was hoping for a 20-30 hour experience with more subplots and story elements.”
    • “Quests make the game replayable, but the story is something you want to experience on your own first.”
    • “Story length and replayability - while I got 11 hours of content from the game, I was expecting a 20-30 hour game with more subplots and story elements, or a padded out detective element to the game as mentioned in the 'needs improvement' part of my review.”
    • “This means there is little to no replay value.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is perceived as misleading, with advertisements suggesting a darker tone than what players experience, which is more lighthearted and enjoyable.

  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization aspect of the game is positively noted for allowing players to repeat minigames to improve their performance, enhancing the overall experience and satisfaction.

    • “The ability to repeat the minigame allows for continuous improvement and fine-tuning of skills.”
    • “I love how the game encourages optimization by letting you retry challenges until you achieve the desired performance.”
    • “The optimization features really enhance the gameplay experience, making it rewarding to perfect your strategies.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, as it often involves sifting through dialogues to unlock detailed "codex" entries in the notebook, which can feel laborious.

    • “A lot is hinted at in dialogues, which enable more detailed 'codex' entries that can be accessed in your notebook, but I found that a little bit tedious.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and often detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
    • “I spent hours on repetitive tasks that felt more like a chore than an engaging part of the gameplay.”
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Critic Reviews

82% average critic score

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Play time

9hMedian play time
10hAverage play time
6-16hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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