Chiki's Chase

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Chiki's Chase is a single player casual hack and slash game. It was developed by dvdfu and was released on June 14, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Pixel art action runner with roguelike mechanics!

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,416 reviews

gameplay151 positive mentions

monetization172 negative mentions

No ads for uninterrupted gameplay providing a refreshing, complete mobile game experience.
Charming pixel art, unique characters with distinct playstyles, and engaging soundtrack.
Fun and challenging endless runner gameplay with diverse upgrades and shopkeepers adding personality.

Some players experience bugs leading to lost progress or upgrades disappearing after closing the game.
The gem currency for upgrades and cosmetics requires purchase, with limited free ways to earn gems.
Repetitive late-game content with no save feature and frozen screen glitches reported by users.

monetization
335 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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2%
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The game is widely praised for its rare and player-friendly monetization approach, featuring no forced or intrusive ads and minimal optional ads that do not hinder gameplay. Most users appreciate the absence of ads, valuing the smooth, uninterrupted experience, with an optional affordable one-time purchase to unlock additional content and support the developer. Some recent changes, like removing ad-based rewards or introducing optional ads for gems, received mixed feedback, but overall, the monetization is considered fair, non-intrusive, and respectful.
- “The fact that there's no ads is the best, it already feels like a complete experience, so much that I really didn't mind giving the dev five bucks for a couple extras.”
- “No ads, or micro transactions, just a one-time fairly priced purchase that is not required to access most content.”
- “This game is full of charm and polish and it absolutely rules - there's no ads or microtransactions - but you can pay for a one-time upgrade to get some bonuses and support the dev!”
- “Please please please bring back the gem ads please please thank you.”
- “The ads are also very unintrusive which is absolutely splendid.”
- “Good game 24 hours into the game, gonna get full backpack edit: why forced ads now :(.”
gameplay
222 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is widely praised for being smooth, addictive, and well-balanced, combining simple controls with engaging mechanics, diverse characters, and meaningful upgrades. Players appreciate the charming pixel art, fast-paced yet fair difficulty, and lack of intrusive ads, making it a fun and replayable experience that caters to both casual and skilled gamers. Some minor criticisms include occasional performance issues and difficulty in acquiring certain upgrades, but overall the gameplay is regarded as polished, enjoyable, and thoughtfully designed.
- “All ads are optional and give no substantial advantage, gameplay is fun and keeps you hooked, with flavour text from shopkeepers and loading screen tips, multiple characters for different playstyles, tons of achievements to hunt for, various upgrades that make each playthrough different, and multiple worlds with different obstacles and features.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, simple, but still complex enough for more skilled players to use much more to their advantage, and that's without even counting the power-ups!”
- “Controls are buttery smooth, the pixel art is beautiful, the multiple characters all feel great, and the gameplay loop is really fun.”
- “The gameplay is getting more boring than before but the developers can't do much to fix that so oh well.”
- “Controls are janky and lots of mechanics are unforgiving.”
- “Game mechanics need improvement.”
graphics
184 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
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The game's graphics are widely praised for their charming, cute, and colorful pixel art style, which is visually appealing and smooth, contributing to an engaging and polished experience. Players appreciate the detailed animations, lovable characters, and vibrant environments that complement the addictive gameplay. Minor visual bugs are noted but do not detract significantly from the overall positive reception of the graphics.
- “Beautiful, vibrant pixel graphics with satisfying, smooth animations.”
- “Beyond gameplay, it’s crafted with incredible artistry—especially its pixel art—and each playthrough reveals new details in the visuals or sound design.”
- “This game is always so exciting to play because it never drops the ball, you're always moving forward trying to make split second decisions, the graphics are cute and the soundtrack is memorable, great game!”
- “There are some small visual bugs like when buying the enhance upgrade item and the graphic is not there or when a rosie spawns off-screen and its graphic is stretched across the bottom of the screen.”
- “This game is by far the best game I have ever played even though the graphics are not that good and I still think that this game can improve better.”
- “You need a low graphics.”
music
163 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
29%
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The music in this game is widely praised for its catchy, upbeat, and energetic soundtrack that significantly enhances the gameplay experience. Many users find it memorable and charming, often comparing it to classic retro and pixel-art game tunes, with sound effects integrated seamlessly into the music. While some note minor repetitiveness, overall the soundtrack is considered a major highlight and a key reason for the game's appeal.
- “The soundtrack is phenomenal, the characters are great, and the sprite work is amazing.”
- “The soundtrack is an absolute bop and the game is extremely fun!”
- “The music is on point and has been living rent free in my head for the past couple months.”
- “I loved this game and everything in it except the music, because it was so annoying. I was surprised when I knew it was made by one person; I hope they delete the music.”
- “I love the soundtrack so much but the problem is, your game can't properly save progress, like permanent power ups.”
- “I wish you would add more music and more atmosphere like rain and thunder.”
replayability
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its high replayability, driven by unique roguelike runner mechanics, numerous unlockables, varied strategies, and charming graphics. Players enjoy its endless variety, challenging achievements, and engaging gameplay that remains fresh even after multiple runs. However, some note replay value diminishes after unlocking everything, and more playable characters could enhance longevity further.
- “I really dig the concept of a roguelike runner; it's super unique and insanely replayable.”
- “Tons of replayability with all the loadouts, strategies, and enemy interactions.”
- “It's incredibly fun, almost all your runs are unique, and it has tons of replay value because it has a lot of things you can collect.”
- “Good game but has little to no replay value.”
- “Now that I've unlocked everything, replayability has diminished substantially, but it was a good time with lots to do!”
- “If there's anything I'd love to see added, it would be more playable characters!”
stability
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Stability is a common issue reported by many users, with frequent glitches such as screen freezes, visual distortions, and game crashing especially after prolonged play or when using mobile data. These bugs sometimes cause loss of progress or interfere with gameplay, although a few users experience smooth, glitch-free performance. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability problems significantly affect the user experience for many players.
- “Best game I've played yet. No glitches, nothing. The app works very smoothly, and I love the game very much. I'm sure that you will also love the game as do I.”
- “When I play for a long time, the bottom screen glitches progressively to the point that my screen flickers between black and a frame of the original map consecutively (also where my screen freezes and flashes with high contrast). It goes away when I start the run or pause the game, but it's bothersome because I die because of it.”
- “Unfortunately, unlocking upgrades seems really buggy. Sometimes I unlock 2 or 3 upgrades just for them to be reset the next time I open the game.”
- “The new ad system doesn't work properly. Most of the time after you watch the ad, the game just freezes and the only option you can do is quit the game.”
humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its witty, charming humor embedded in dialogues, characters, and in-game tips, making it enjoyable and accessible for all ages. Players appreciate the clever, goofy interactions with NPCs and shopkeepers, contributing to a fun, cozy, and addictive experience. Overall, the humor enhances the game's unique art style and engaging gameplay, drawing players in with its lighthearted and entertaining charm.
- “The dialogues are hilarious, by far the best mobile game I have ever played. The characters are funny and unique.”
- “The shopkeepers are really funny to talk to, adding to the enjoyable and cozy atmosphere.”
- “The NPCs are really funny and original, making this a beautifully original and addictive game.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently describe the game as highly wholesome and emotionally uplifting, praising its charming, adorable atmosphere and the creator's genuine touch. Many express a strong emotional attachment, highlighting the game's ability to provide a fun, soothing, and ad-free experience that feels both lively and comforting.
- “I love it so much and I am emotionally attached to this game.”
- “If you want a fun, wholesome experience, absolutely download this game.”
- “It gives the game a bit more life and wholesome vibe to it.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The game is praised for its charm and engaging gameplay, but many users feel it lacks a substantial story or campaign mode, leading to repetitiveness. Suggestions for improvement include adding a narrative, lore, diverse characters, and mission-based modes to enhance depth and variety. Despite this, the evolving environments and character playstyles help maintain player interest.
- “The game features a fresh story with a totally different concept and gameplay.”
- “The game has a lot of charm and care put into it; despite not having a traditional storyline, it is very attention-grabbing, with varied character play styles, changing environments, and a balanced difficulty.”
- “The game is nice with good controls, story, and action; personally, I liked the game.”
- “I like this game, but the only problem is that it is getting repetitive. Maybe add a story, lore, or even more characters, shopkeepers, and more maps/sceneries to make it even better.”
- “Simply wish there were win condition modes, like a campaign or adventure quest of sorts instead of there being solely one endless mode.”
- “This is a pretty great game. It has a lot of charm and care put into it, but despite not having any storyline, it still is very attention grabbing. However, the lack of a story contributes to repetitiveness.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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Users consistently praise the game's charming and cute character designs, highlighting their appeal and customization options. The sprite art and NPC designs are also well-received, contributing to an engaging and visually delightful experience. Overall, character development is appreciated primarily for its aesthetic and artistic charm.
- “The sprite art is amazing, the dialogue is incredibly charming, the character designs are great, and the gameplay is addictive.”
- “Charming NPC and player character designs.”
- “I specifically love the character designs.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game generally runs smoothly with good optimization, delivering smooth performance both online and offline without intrusive ads. However, some users have reported occasional performance drops after updates and lack of screen rotation options affecting gameplay comfort. Overall, the optimization is praised for maintaining a seamless experience across various devices.
- “The items further allow run optimization, with the perfect sprinkle of randomization that makes every run different.”
- “Adorable graphics, fun soundtrack, runs smoothly, and most importantly - no ads or intrusive gameplay-blocking elements; very refreshing for a mobile game these days.”
- “Great game man, works super smoothly, great optimizations.”
- “I'm giving one star less because the last update killed the performance on my device.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the game's honorable approach to grinding compared to typical ad-heavy mobile apps, but find the repetitive easy levels tedious. While some wish for a slow, free way to earn gems, they acknowledge the decision to reserve gem acquisition for paid options is sensible.
- “I also hope they add different levels because starting from the easy beginning every time gets tedious.”
- “I do wish the free version had a way to gain gems - perhaps by making it extremely slow and tedious - though I do think making it a paid only addition is a very smart and reasonable choice.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users feel the atmosphere could be enhanced with additional elements such as more music and ambient sounds like rain and thunder to create a richer, more immersive experience.