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Ultimate Chicken Horse

Ultimate Chicken Horse

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Release Date: March 4, 2016

Arcade, Platformers, 2D, Indie Games, Splitscreen, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Multiplayer, Internet, Xbox Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

Two-dimensional party-game platformer designed to play in multiplayer. Up to four players can take part in the game (locally and over the Internet), and their task is to get to the finish line first and collect as many points as possible. However, it is not a regular race, because in Ultimate Chicken Horse we create the tracks by placing various platforms, jumps and traps on the board.

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Ultimate Chicken Horse is the debut game of the independent studio Clever Endeavour Games. Its core consists of three people - Richard Atlas, head of the company and designer, chief programmer Alex Attar and Kyler Kelly - artist. The small team financed the production through a Kickstarter campaign in May 2015.

Mechanics

The title is a party game intended mainly for multiplayer mode. Ultimate Chicken Horse is a two-dimensional platformer for up to four people (in local multiplayer or over the Internet).

The goal is simple - to beat the remaining players by reaching the finish line in one piece. Developers have provided virtually empty boards, which contain only the basic facilities - start, finish, and a few platforms. We don't get any points for completing such levels, so for the fun to make sense, we have to add the rest of the objects by ourselves. One game consists of several consecutive approaches to the same route, during which we add subsequent elements to this obstacle course. Before the start, each player successively sets up platforms, hills, collapses, saws and other traps. This should be done in such a way as to pave the way to the target and, at the same time, make it more difficult for opponents. This results in crazy and dangerous levels. Controling the characters (horse, chicken, sheep and a few other animals) is relatively simple because they can only jump and bounce off the walls. Individual heroes do not have any unique powers.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows March 4, 2016

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 December 12, 2017

Xbox One

Xbox One December 15, 2017

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch September 25, 2018

Age restrictions: none

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Ratings

Game Ratings for Ultimate Chicken Horse Video Game.

96%

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All Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (50,493)

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The main pros of the game

  • Highly Entertaining: Many users describe the game as "insanely fun," particularly highlighting its ability to create chaotic and humorous moments when playing with friends.
  • Great for Parties: The game shines in social settings, with multiple reviews emphasizing its effectiveness as a party game that brings people together for laughter and competition.
  • Unique Gameplay: Players appreciate the innovative mechanic of building levels while trying to outsmart friends, leading to unexpected and hilarious outcomes.
  • Good Mechanics: The platforming controls are noted to be tight and well-designed, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
  • Crossplay and Local Play: The game supports various play styles, including local multiplayer and online play, making it accessible for different preferences.

The main cons of the game

  • Potential Frustration: Some players warn that the game can lead to frustration, particularly for those who take competition too seriously or get upset when sabotaged by friends.
  • Limited Online Player Base: There are complaints about the presence of bots in online matches, which can detract from the experience of playing with real people.
  • Game Progression Limitations: A few users expressed a desire for the ability to join or rejoin games in progress, as well as a wish for more players to be allowed in a single game session.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Voice Chat: Several players suggested adding a voice chat feature to enhance communication during gameplay.
  • Increased Player Capacity: There are requests for the game to support more than the current player limit, with some users specifically wanting to play with up to 8 players.
  • More Maps and Content: Users expressed a desire for additional maps and possibly more customization options to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.

Summary

  • Overall, Ultimate Chicken Horse is celebrated as a top-tier party game with a fun and unique premise, although there are some areas for improvement regarding online play and additional features.

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