Chicken Police
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About Chicken Police
Chicken Police drops you into a gritty, anthropomorphic noir mystery from 2020. The Wild Gentlemen crafted this adventure for HandyGames and released it across PC, consoles, and mobile devices. You play as a chicken detective in the fictional Wilderness world where animals live like humans. The story leans hard on mature themes and dark humor while you solve crimes using classic point-and-click mechanics. It feels like a visual novel that demands your attention rather than passive watching. This indie title hit stores on November 5, 2020, and has since found homes on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, Mac, Android, iOS, and Google Stadia. The premise is simple yet effective as you navigate a world of corruption and murder through dialogue and investigation.
Gameplay
Sessions revolve around walking around a screen to find items and talk to characters about cases. You spend most of your time reading text boxes that drive the narrative forward while choosing responses that alter outcomes. The point-and-click controls feel standard with cursor interactions for examining clues or talking to suspects. A typical playthrough involves piecing together evidence, interrogating witnesses, and following leads through a branching story path. There is no combat or complex puzzle solving beyond inventory management and logic checks. You can jump between different scenes instantly or use the dialogue tree to explore alternate conversation routes. The single-player mode keeps the focus entirely on the investigation without any multiplayer distractions.
What Players Think
Players and critics have responded strongly with a Metacritic score of 83 out of 100 and an IGDB rating of 80.9 from twenty ratings. Community data shows high completion rates suggesting players stick with the story until the end. The average playtime hovers around ten hours for most users who finish the main campaign. Achievements are scattered across thirty-one total unlocks, offering goals for completionists who want to see every ending. Review snippets often highlight the strong writing and voice acting as major strengths while praising the dark atmosphere. Community moods lean heavily toward appreciation for the mature tone and unique animal characters in serious roles. Many users note the game feels polished despite its indie origins.
PlayPile's Take
Chicken Police works well if you enjoy narrative-heavy mysteries with a distinct art style. The price sits at $4.99 on Steam during its historical low, making it an easy buy for fans of the genre. Thirty-one achievements provide extra replay value for those who want to explore every dialogue option. This title suits players who prefer reading and thinking over fast reflexes or combat. It is not a game for everyone since the slow pace might frustrate some, but the story quality justifies the time investment. The mature themes and unique humor set it apart from standard adventure games without relying on generic tropes.
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Single player
IGDB Rating
80.9
RAWG Rating
3.8
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