The world of online slots is a vast and wondrous place, filled with games that cater to every taste and preference. From classic three-reelers to complex video slots with intricate storylines, there’s something for everyone. And nestled among the flock is "Chicken Run", a slot game developed by Blueprint Gaming, inspired by the beloved animated film of the same name.
Theme and Design
Chicken Run takes players on an agricultural adventure set in a quaint English farmyard. The reels are framed within a rustic wooden fence, complete with Chicken Run for free fluttering birds perched upon its pickets. The symbols themselves evoke a sense of rural charm: the low-paying icons include carrots, apples, and eggs; while higher-value prizes feature the game’s feathered stars – Ginger (the clever chicken), Rocky (the rooster), and Fowler (the sinister farmer). A special ‘Wild’ symbol representing the farm’s very own Golden Egg rounds out the set. The backdrop is filled with whimsical animated elements that add to the overall sense of whimsy.
Symbols
The payout structure for Chicken Run reflects a classic 243-ways-to-win arrangement, where combinations pay regardless of their position on the five reels. Each symbol carries its own value:
- Low-paying symbols: carrots (0.01x), apples (0.02x), and eggs (0.05x) are the foundation of winning combinations.
- High-paying icons: Ginger (1x), Rocky (2x), Fowler (5x), as well as a combination of all three, offer significantly higher rewards up to 10 times your stake.
- The ‘Wild’ symbol, represented by the Golden Egg, substitutes for all other symbols except scatters.
Payouts
To illustrate just how much players can win, let’s examine some potential payouts:
- Five eggs in a row: £2 (500x).
- Four Ginger and one Rock ( Wild ) combination: 5 times your stake.
- A five-egg free spin bonus during Free Spins feature: £100 (£2000).
Wilds
The ‘Golden Egg’ acts as the game’s wild symbol, substituting for any other icon in a winning sequence. This occurs even if it is part of a scatter combination.
Scatters
Fowler’s face appears as the scatters and serves multiple purposes:
- 3-4 scattered scatters initiate a free spin bonus with varying multiplier prizes.
- The game has two unique ‘bonus’ features: Free Spins (see below) and Bonus – Golden Eggs, both tied directly to Fowler.
Bonus Features
The game features two major bonus modes:
- Free Spins : Triggered by the scatters mentioned earlier; wins are multiplied for each scatter landed, with multipliers reaching 25x at maximum level.
- Golden Egg Bonus (GEB) : Activated randomly during base play; all symbols other than GEB turn wild and offer substantial rewards.
Gameplay Experience
Chicken Run is available on both desktop and mobile platforms through its developer’s website or via various third-party online slot sites offering the Blueprint portfolio, such as New Jersey-licensed SugarHouse Casino. The game offers adjustable settings for both graphics quality and music volume to accommodate different player preferences.
