Bomb Chicken

 Switch
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

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  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 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.
  2. Reed618
    Aug 17, 2018
    9
    Bomb chicken is a really fun time. While on the short side it offers some really well thought out levels which may lead to high levels of frustration followed by a sense of euphoria particularly in the last few levels. The animation style and concept really pulled me in as well. Considering it's low price this is definitely worth looking into as a game to play on the go.
  3. Romorais
    Sep 4, 2018
    8
    It's a really fun game and the pixel art is pretty great.

    In the later stages the puzzles will get harder and demand the player to think before they act or you'll die numerous times, as I did.
  4. TheProGamer-
    Jul 16, 2018
    8
    Bomb Chicken is a fun and simple game. The controls are as simple as can be, that's what you want from a retro indie game. Nothing with a whole load of features but is challenged by the area around you. The quality is great, giving of the retro nostalgia look that everyone is currently on at the moment. The game gets more challenging and doesn't keep the simple straight-forward platformBomb Chicken is a fun and simple game. The controls are as simple as can be, that's what you want from a retro indie game. Nothing with a whole load of features but is challenged by the area around you. The quality is great, giving of the retro nostalgia look that everyone is currently on at the moment. The game gets more challenging and doesn't keep the simple straight-forward platform about it. Doing this gives you that great sense of achievement. There isn't any real value to go back through the game however and is a one-time thing. While the challenges can get tough the game is still rather short. A fun little game that can kill some time.… Expand
  5. AllySky
    Oct 13, 2018
    1
    Other then the smooth pixel animations and art-style in some of the level designs, the game offers nothing special, it is just too simple, too much so that it hurts the game. There's no story, only game play, pure game play, and the game play offers hardly anything. Even eight buttons on the controller do the exact same thing, which is lay bombs. If you're looking for a simple, perhapsOther then the smooth pixel animations and art-style in some of the level designs, the game offers nothing special, it is just too simple, too much so that it hurts the game. There's no story, only game play, pure game play, and the game play offers hardly anything. Even eight buttons on the controller do the exact same thing, which is lay bombs. If you're looking for a simple, perhaps boring and dull puzzle platformer, then Bomb Chicken is for you, but otherwise I'd recommend looking elsewhere.… Expand
  6. cool_dork
    Feb 3, 2019
    3
    I thought this game looked interesting, but it feels repetitive, unnecessarily hard early on, and boring. Do not get this game.
  7. 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 I warn you... in the later stages the puzzles will get really hard, so be prepared!
  8. Jeffamphetamine
    Apr 8, 2020
    10
    Big Nitrome fan. I love this game, this has quickly become my favorite game from them. Very fun.

Awards & Rankings

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#59 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018

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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. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Sep 5, 2018
    80
    Pixel platformers are a dime a dozen on the Switch eShop, and sometimes it can be hard to find the treasure in the trash. Without a doubt, Bomb Chicken is one of those treasures! [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 23]
  2. Switch Player
    Aug 24, 2018
    80
    Bomb Chicken offers simple and enjoyable gameplay wrapped within excellently designed puzzle-platforming levels that offer a unique experience worth your time.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Aug 9, 2018
    80
    A deceptively clever platformer with one brilliant idea, from which it wrings every drop of creativity. [Issue#333, p.60]
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