The "Chicken Run" casino slot machine is a farm-themed game developed by NetEntertainment (NetEnt), one of the leading providers of online gaming software. The game was released in 2017 and has since become a popular choice among players worldwide, offering an engaging Chicken Run gameplay experience with impressive graphics and rewarding features.
Theme
The theme of "Chicken Run" revolves around farm animals, specifically chickens, who are trying to escape from the clutches of a hungry farmer named Mrs. Tweedy. The game’s background is set in a rural countryside setting, complete with rolling hills, farmland, and wooden buildings. The characters in the game are designed to resemble those found on farms, including hens, roosters, tractors, and eggs.
Design
Visually, "Chicken Run" features bright, vibrant graphics that evoke a sense of fun and lightheartedness. The reels are set against a pastel-colored background, with the game’s logo prominently displayed at the top of the screen. The symbols in the game include low-paying card values (A-10) as well as various farm-themed icons such as eggs, chickens, tractors, and Mrs. Tweedy herself.
The design is clean and easy to navigate, making it accessible to players of all skill levels. The game’s layout includes 5 reels and 25 paylines, with adjustable bet sizes ranging from $0.01 to $200 per spin.
Symbols
The symbols in "Chicken Run" are divided into two categories: low-paying card values (A-10) and high-paying farm-themed icons.
- Low-Paying Card Values:
- Ace (highest value): pays up to 2,000 coins for a five-of-a-kind combination
- King: pays up to 1,500 coins for a five-of-a-kind combination
- Queen: pays up to 1,200 coins for a five-of-a-kind combination
- Jack: pays up to 800 coins for a five-of-a-kind combination
- High-Paying Farm-Themed Icons:
- Mrs. Tweedy: pays up to 10,000 coins for a five-of-a-kind combination
- Rooster: pays up to 6,400 coins for a five-of-a-kind combination
- Hen and Chickens: pay up to 3,200 coins each for a five-of-a-kind combination
The game’s wild symbol is the "Free Spins" logo, which replaces all other symbols except for the scatter.
Payouts
The payouts in "Chicken Run" are determined by the player’s bet size and the specific combination of symbols landed on the reels. The paytable shows that each symbol has a unique payout structure, with some symbols paying out more generously than others depending on their frequency of appearance.
For example:
- Low-paying card values: 5-10 times the total stake for a five-of-a-kind combination
- High-payout farm-themed icons:
- Mrs. Tweedy: up to 10,000 coins (200x bet size) for a five-of-a-kind combination
- Rooster: up to 6,400 coins (128x bet size) for a five-of-a-kind combination
The highest possible payout in "Chicken Run" is capped at 250,000 coins.
Wilds
In the base game, there are no wild symbols that can be triggered independently. However, during free spins, a new symbol called the Wild Chickens icon becomes active and functions as an additional wild, substituting for any of the standard symbols to form winning combinations.
The Free Spins logo is both a scatter and a trigger symbol, responsible for unlocking free spin rounds when three or more appear anywhere on the reels.
Scatters
Three or more scatters activate 10, 20, or 50 free spins respectively. During these spins, additional wilds are added to enhance winning potential:
- Free Spin Feature:
- First spin: adds a single wild Chicken icon
- Second spin: adds two Chickens icons on each side of the reels (top and bottom)
- Third spin: transforms all symbols into wild chickens
Bonus Features
Besides free spins, "Chicken Run" also includes several other exciting bonus features:
- Clucking Bonus: a respin feature that randomly adds extra chicken symbols to the reels
- Free Chickens Frenzy: an automatic free-spins mode triggered by certain combinations of Wild Chicken and scatter icons
RTP
The Return-to-Player (RTP) rate in "Chicken Run" is set at 96.15%, which indicates a generous return on investment compared to other slot games.
Volatility
As a medium-volatility game, "Chicken Run" offers regular rewards without being too aggressive with its payouts. This balance appeals to players who want stable wins but are not seeking extremely high stakes risks.
Betting Range
The minimum bet per spin in "Chicken Run" is $0.01, while the maximum stake allowed is a hefty $200 (bet 10 coin stacks). Players can adjust their bets using the game’s customizable controls or by selecting the Max Bet button to play with all available credits at once.
Max Win
The highest possible payout for any combination in "Chicken Run" stands at 250,000 coins.
