Platforms
- PCApr 16, 2019NAplayscoreNA0 Critics9.1173 Players
- PlayStation 4Apr 30, 2019NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchJul 12, 20187.6playscore7.713 Critics6.431 Players
- AndroidApr 01, 2020NAplayscoreNA1 Critics8.8106 Players
- iOSApr 01, 2020NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.350 Players
16 critic reviews · 2 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- I'm not opposed to a game being challenging, but when your progress is halted or reset because of things that feel inconsistent, unfair, or just plain nonsensical, it's hard to find much satisfaction. This isn't always the case with Bomb Chicken, but it was often enough during my time with the game for my excitement for it to fizzle out quickly. It's not hard to see how enjoyable Bomb Chicken's demanding nature can be, but the tools given to players to meet those demands simply aren't up to snuff.
Campbell Bird · Apr 01, 2020 Reviewed on iOSRead full review - Bomb Chicken isn’t an innovative, genre-shaking, powerhouse. It doesn’t set out to be. Instead, you get some real solid 2D platforming action with a unique mechanic that sets it apart from its predecessors. It’s a welcome addition to the Switch’s growing library of quality indie games and a smart purchase for anyone who’s looking to kill a little time.
Jason Faulkner · Jul 23, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Even after the initial goofiness wears off, Bomb Chicken coasts to greatness on the game’s everlasting charm. It works like all effective puzzle platformers do: on a simple premise executed beautifully. Plus, it’s a Chicken who poops bombs. What’s not to love?
Jaime Carrillo · Jul 18, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - It’s a one-time play, there are no unlocks to grab, no need to hunt down collectibles and the game is better for it. Things are kept simple, stylish and for a lot of the time, funny. It’s worth playing for the puzzles, it’s worth playing for the style and mostly, the animations.
Dan Lipscombe · Jul 13, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - If you’re good at these sorts of games you can clear the game within a few hours, and going back to collect 100% of the gems hidden throughout the game will only add a few more on top of that. There isn’t anything post-game either, so when you’ve found everything in the main game, you’ve seen all there is to see. As a whole I really loved and appreciate what Nitrome have built here, I was just hoping for a four course meal instead of three. Either way I highly recommend checking this game out, whether on Steam or on Nintendo Switch. Though short overall, Bomb Chicken is a quirky and clever indie experience I feel is worth checking out, with plenty of quirk and charm on tap to make the experience all worthwhile.
Kevin Chapman · Jul 12, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - If you want you can collect gems to up your heart count, or not. It's such a small thing, but I love that if you do happen to get a game over you don't need to collect all of a level's gems again. There's also a sort of "accident forgiveness" for dying on the first screen that doesn't steal a life away. More games need this!
Chris Carter · Jul 12, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - There’s nothing particularly revolutionary about Bomb Chicken, it’s enjoyable predominantly because of its classic approach and how refined each aspect of the game is including the core bomb-laying mechanic. Each level is intelligently designed and has a great sense of flow. The puzzles and enemies are fair but challenging and the controls are precise and responsive.
Liam Doolan · Jul 12, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Bomb Chicken is an expertly crafted experience inside and out. Every single part of it is just so dang charming, from the audio and visual composition to the design of each level packed to the brim, delightful collectibles and hidden areas to explore. The only potential problem I could see with certain players is the overall difficulty, so consider this a fair warning - this game is very difficult, and can be quite punishing (but also very fair).
Perry Burkum · Jul 12, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Bomb Chicken is a classic indie puzzle-platformer that wears its developer’s history and influence on its sleeve. From its Super Nintendo-inspired, colorful pixel art to its one unique platforming mechanic, Bomb Chicken is truly an education in how to put together a satisfying gaming experience—though players hoping that the length and narrative of a game like Celeste or the ability progression of a Shovel Knight might make their way into a game about a chicken that lays bombs will be a little disappointed.
Michael Goroff · Jul 12, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Bomb Chicken offers simple and enjoyable gameplay wrapped within excellently designed puzzle-platforming levels that offer a unique experience worth your time.
Nikki Koolonavich · Aug 24, 2018 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review
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Community Reviews
- Reviewed on Switch
- Rated on Switch
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
fter a freak accident a seemingly ordinary chicken becomes a bomb laying free range hero!
Discover the darkest kept secret of the fast food giant known as BFC, their best selling addictive blue hot sauce, and answer the ultimate question: Which came first, the chicken or the bomb?
Developer: Nitrome