Rescue your chickens

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In "Rescue your Chickens" , players assume the role of a dedicated father seeking to protect his 10 chickens from menacing forest creatures. Featuring progressively challenging gameplay, players will confront formidable bosses leading to an epic conclusion. This engaging title provides hours of entertainment with its escalating difficulty from easy to hard.

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Play Modes

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

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 136 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game presents a challenging learning curve yet remains rewarding, providing a sense of accomplishment.
Many players found the game to be a fun and engaging experience, reminiscent of retro platformers.
Some reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke strong emotions and provide a sense of hope and joy during difficult times.

The level difficulty is inconsistent, with some early levels being overly challenging while later levels are too easy.
Many players criticized the game's controls and hitboxes as being frustrating and unresponsive.
The game is considered too short and simplistic, with some reviewers feeling it doesn't offer enough content for its price.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
67%
22%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and retro feel, reminiscent of NES games, which some players appreciate for its nostalgic value. While there are innovative mechanics in the final battle, many reviews criticize the overall gameplay as generic and lacking depth, with complaints about poor graphics and a cheap production quality. Despite these drawbacks, some players find enjoyment in the game's humor and philosophical elements, indicating a mixed reception.
- “The final battle is worth persevering for - a whole new innovative mechanic.”
- “Gameplay is simple and easy, and it does have a weird sense of humor.”
- “The graphics suck, the gameplay sucks too.”
- “This game is short, has generic gameplay, cheap awful graphics, is made in Flash (seriously, Flash games are free in browser and do belong there), and it has one single music track.”
- “Reminds me of the retro NES games I used to play as a child - with a simple aim and simple gameplay.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The game's story is praised for its depth and emotional resonance, encapsulating themes of perseverance and unexpected life challenges within a compact narrative. Players appreciate the charming tale of a cook on a mission to save his chickens, highlighting the game's ability to convey a meaningful message despite its simplicity and pixelated design. Overall, the story is seen as both cute and thrilling, resonating well with those who enjoy heartfelt narratives.
- “A simple pixelated game which has a great story about a cook who is trying to save his chickens while their mother is away from home.”
- “Helps that I am chicken obsessed, but I liked the cute little story.”
- “Just to the were the thrilling story goes.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “I think it's simply astounding how the dev was able to compress so much life and story into such a small game.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The music in the game is generally described as nice and relaxing, providing a calming experience for players. However, it is noted that the game features only a single music track, which may contribute to a sense of repetitiveness. Overall, while the music is appreciated, it does not significantly elevate the game's otherwise generic gameplay and low-quality graphics.
- “Nice music.”
- “This game is short, has generic gameplay, cheap awful graphics, is made in Flash (seriously, Flash games are free in browser games and do belong there), and it has one single music track.”
- “Graphics, music, and sound effects are nothing to write home about, but level progression is indeed nice and when you die, it will definitely be your own fault.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics have been widely criticized as cheap and awful, with many reviewers noting that they resemble those of a basic Flash game. Overall, the visual presentation is deemed lackluster and uninspired, contributing to a negative perception of the game's quality.
- “The graphics are cheap and awful, and the game feels like a generic flash game that should be free to play in a browser.”
- “Graphics, music, and sound effects are nothing to write home about, but level progression is indeed nice and when you die, it will definitely be your own fault.”
- “This game is short, has generic gameplay, and the graphics are subpar, making it feel like a low-quality flash game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a challenging learning curve that is ultimately rewarding, and it maintains a consistent performance at 29fps, providing a smooth experience for players.
- “The game presents a challenging learning curve yet remains rewarding, all while maintaining a smooth 29fps performance.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game features a simple and easy gameplay style complemented by a unique and quirky sense of humor that adds to its charm.
- “Gameplay is simple and easy, and it has a wonderfully weird sense of humor.”
- “The humor in this game is quirky and keeps you entertained throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor in unexpected ways, making every moment enjoyable.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is profoundly impactful, evoking strong feelings that resonate deeply with players, leading to moments of catharsis and reflection. Many users report experiencing intense emotions, including tears, highlighting the game's ability to connect on a personal level.