HEN, CHICKS AND CATS
- June 17, 2022
- Rising Moon Games
"Hen, Chicks and Cats" is a logic puzzle game where players must guide a hen and her chicks to safety while avoiding cats. With 50 levels, immersive soundtracks, and cute graphics, players must use strategic thinking to keep the cats away and rescue the lost chicks. The game features a variety of islands to explore in a fun and relaxing world.
Reviews
- The game features cute graphics and a child-friendly design, making it appealing for both kids and adults.
- It offers a good variety of levels with interesting mechanics, providing a fun and engaging puzzle experience.
- The game runs well on the Steam Deck and is easy to complete in a short amount of time.
- The game is criticized for being an asset flip, lacking originality and depth, which undermines its value as a proper game.
- There are significant bugs and design flaws, such as the lack of an undo feature and issues with the level select system.
- The presence of fake positive reviews and the game's limited profile features on Steam raise concerns about its credibility and quality.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highlighted for its creative and child-friendly mechanics, including features like water hazards, trapdoors, buttons, and tunnels that enhance exploration and interaction. Reviewers praise the game's beautiful design and flawless execution, making it an engaging experience for players.
“Other mechanics include water that animals can drown in, one-pass trapdoors, buttons, and raising platforms that can move animals between floors, as well as tunnels that may lead to secret eggs.”
“The mechanics are creative and the game is flawless!”
“The game concept and mechanics are great.”
“The gameplay is hindered by mechanics that feel clunky and unresponsive.”
“The level design often leads to frustrating moments where players can easily get stuck or lost.”
“There are too many mechanics that complicate the experience rather than enhance it.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Hens, Chickens and Cats" are described as cute and appealing, making the game enjoyable for both adults and children. The visuals complement the casual gameplay, contributing to a pleasant overall experience without overwhelming players.
“Fun for adults and children alike, Hens, Chickens and Cats (HCC) is a casual, child-friendly puzzle game with cute graphics and good level variety without being so difficult that it becomes frustrating to play.”
“Pretty graphics.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is generally perceived as cute and suitable for kids, but it suffers from several bugs and a lack of depth, impacting its overall stability.
“Overall, the game is cute (for kids) and easy enough, but a bit buggy and basic.”
“A bit buggy.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its low replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.
“No replayability.”
“Low replayability.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game's optimization is heavily reliant on the integration of original content, rather than solely using assets from the Unity Asset Store. This approach ensures that the game functions effectively and maintains a unique identity, preventing the assets from dominating the overall experience.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized due to the presence of suspicious reviews, which appear to be generated by accounts that consistently promote direct purchases and write fake reviews for low-quality asset flips and scams, suggesting a potential manipulation of the game's reputation.
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game purchases that don't enhance the experience.”
“It seems like the developers are more focused on making money than creating a balanced game, leading to a frustrating experience for players.”
“The game is riddled with paywalls that hinder progress, making it clear that the primary goal is profit rather than player enjoyment.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players noting that the soundtrack complements the gameplay effectively. Some reviews highlight memorable tracks that resonate with players long after their gaming sessions. However, a few users feel that certain pieces could be more varied to prevent repetition during extended play.
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users generally find the humor in the game to be effective and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience.