Ells Tales: Chicken Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-10-28
- Innovative chicken puzzle gameplay
- Captivating retro low-poly aesthetic
- Satisfying Sokoban-style block puzzles
- Poor controls hinder experience
- Uncomfortable fixed camera angles
- Misleading horror label disappoints
Emotions
Archetypes
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 82%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 18%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 59%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 41%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 61
- Negative points
- 58
- Gameplay points
- 77
- Perf. points
- 1
- Rec. points
- 14
- Misc points
- 24
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Enjoyable chicken protagonist gameplay
| Players consistently praise playing as a chicken, finding it engaging, funny, and the best part of the experience. Solving puzzles as this unusual protagonist adds a unique charm. | 65% |
Captivating visual aesthetic
| The game's art style, including low-poly graphics, retro aesthetic, and atmospheric lighting, is widely appreciated. Many reviewers find the visuals charming and immersive. | 63% |
Engaging and fun experience
| The game is frequently described as fun, cute, and appealingly weird. Its quirky atmosphere and unique concept contribute to an overall enjoyable time. | 54% |
Positive overall reception
| Many reviewers simply express that they liked the game, calling it perfect or worth buying. The overall sentiment is highly favorable. | 49% |
Satisfying Sokoban-style puzzles
| The puzzle design is highlighted as gradually increasing in difficulty and providing a moderate, satisfying challenge. The mechanics are well-received by puzzle enthusiasts. | 41% |
Charming quirky horror elements
| The horror aspects, reminiscent of classic Resident Evil, are creepy but fitting. The game balances humor and horror for a unique vibe. | 40% |
Interesting characters and humor
| The speaker woman character is likable and avoids cringe trends. Humor is derived from the quirky chicken protagonist and absurd situations. | 39% |
Unique genre mix with mysterious aura
| The game blends genres engagingly, with a mysterious and unconventional atmosphere. This creates a distinctive experience that stands out. | 32% |
Innovative puzzle-solving chicken concept
| The concept of a puzzle-solving chicken is considered genius and amazingly unimaginable. This originality sets the game apart. | 32% |
Atmospheric exploration outweighs puzzles
| Some players find the atmospheric journey to the puzzles more enjoyable than the puzzles themselves. The game's ambiance and exploration elements are a major draw. | 31% |
Appealing retro and low-poly style
| The low-poly art style and retro aesthetics are adored by players. The dark atmosphere complements the visuals effectively. | 31% |
Respects player's time
| Compared to the first game, this entry is more respectful of the player's time, with a dozen puzzles instead of just one. This improvement is appreciated. | 30% |
Innovative game design and bonuses
| The game design is considered innovative, and the bonus level design is clever. This creativity adds value and surprises players. | 23% |
Good value for the price
| Reviewers feel the game offers good value for its price. Achievements can be completed quickly, making it a worthwhile short experience. | 23% |
Catchy and fun music
| The soundtrack is noted for being catchy and adding to the fun. Music enhances the overall playful tone of the game. | 22% |
Clever secret exploration
| Exploration is enhanced by secret hatches and hidden mechanisms, adding depth. Collectible eggs open doors and are needed for the hidden ending and bonus level. | 22% |
Delightful chicken animations and models
| The animation and modeling of the chickens are specifically praised as delightful. This attention to detail contributes to the game's charm. | 13% |
Dramatic environmental lighting
| The dynamically lit environments are described as dramatic. This adds to the atmosphere and visual appeal of the game. | 12% |