Bomb Chicken

 Switch
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. TrueGaming
    Jul 18, 2018
    70
    Bomb Chicken is an original action platformer and a very entertaining experience. the idea is unique, but sadly the value isn't there, as the game is a little too short.
  2. Nintendo Insider
    Jul 13, 2018
    70
    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.
  3. GamingTrend
    Jul 12, 2018
    70
    Bomb Chicken is a very innovative puzzle-platformer that unfortunately suffers from a short runtime and limited replay value. However, for those that want a quick little single-player game that stars a cute chicken, there is no game better suited for the job.
  5. God is a Geek
    Jul 12, 2018
    65
    Bomb Chicken is a fun little platformer that doesn't quite manage to balance its difficulty consistently throughout its entirety. Simple mechanics and an adorable fat hen do mean though that you'll have a good time for the most part.
  6. Cubed3
    Jul 19, 2018
    60
    Bomb Chicken isn't going to be breaking any molds. What it does, countless others have done before, and better. That doesn't mean it isn't a ton of fun, though, if a little brief. It is an ideal new title for speed-runners to stream, and all-in-all a fun, addictive, crazy, little arcade experience. Based on this, Nitrome is one to watch; it certainly has a promising future ahead.
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  1. Eurogamer
    Jul 13, 2018
    A beautiful if brief puzzle platformer that invokes the spirit of Flash gaming.

Awards & Rankings

59
#59 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 31
  3. Negative: 4 out of 31
  1. metanaga
    Aug 6, 2018
    8
    As a longtime Nitrome fan, Bomb Chicken is just what I expected from their console debut: tight gameplay, smart puzzles, crazy concepts andAs a longtime Nitrome fan, Bomb Chicken is just what I expected from their console debut: tight gameplay, smart puzzles, crazy concepts and masterclass pixel art. Their take on Nintendo's golden rule (craft your game around a single mechanic and explore all possibilities) could be used in game design classes.… Full Review »
  2. Jeffamphetamine
    Apr 8, 2020
    10
    Big Nitrome fan. I love this game, this has quickly become my favorite game from them. Very fun.
  3. beccathestrigga
    Apr 5, 2019
    8
    Great pixelart and challenging gameplay, that's all you can expect from this little gem. I recommend it for all Nintendo Switch players, but IGreat pixelart and challenging gameplay, that's all you can expect from this little gem. I recommend it for all Nintendo Switch players, but I warn you... in the later stages the puzzles will get really hard, so be prepared!… Full Review »
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