Introduction
Chicken Run is a unique online casino slot game that brings to life the lovable characters from Aardman Animations’ beloved stop-motion film of the same name. Set in a rustic farm, players embark on an adventure with Ginger and Chicken Run Rocky as they attempt to escape the clutches of the sinister Colonel. Developed by Barcrest Games, Chicken Run features vibrant graphics, exciting gameplay, and entertaining bonus features that make it an attractive addition to any online casino.
Theme
The game’s theme revolves around the film’s storyline, where Ginger is a clever but fiercely independent chicken who must use her cunning to escape the clutches of Colonel. The slot’s design beautifully incorporates iconic characters, including Rocky, Babs, and Speckledy Hen, into its reels and bonus features. Players will find themselves immersed in a fun, farm-themed world filled with birds chirping, animals running about, and even chickens breaking free from their enclosures.
Design
The game is laid out on 5×3 reel grid with 20 fixed paylines, offering players an abundance of opportunities to land wins. The slot’s color scheme is predominantly shades of green, blue, and yellow, providing a fresh and lively atmosphere that complements the farm theme perfectly. Players can bet anywhere from £0.01 to £100 per spin on all platforms, making it accessible for both casual gamers and high-rollers.
Symbols
As players spin the reels, they’ll encounter an assortment of characters and items inspired by the film. There are classic symbols like the Ace, King, Queen, Jack, 10, and 5, while also featuring game-specific icons such as:
- Ginger: Wild symbol that substitutes all other symbols except Scatter.
- Rocky: Bonus symbol, but also acts as a Substitute if used in combination with Ginger’s wilds.
- Babs & Speckledy Hen (2-Scatters): Trigger Free Spins when landed 3 or more on adjacent reels.
These symbols contribute to an immersive experience that keeps players engaged throughout the gameplay process.
Payouts
Wins can be awarded for combinations of two, three, four, or five matching symbols. The highest-paying symbol is Ginger, offering payouts up to £20 per combination. In contrast, lower-value 10’s offer £1 – £3 depending on whether there are one-two, three-four, or all five in a single spin.
Wilds
As the game’s Wild icon, Ginger serves as both a substitute and bonus triggerer when paired with another high-scoring symbol. She can occupy any position where it is required to create winning combinations. Note that this function only works within Standard Play; outside of Free Spins or Bonus rounds.
Scatters
In Chicken Run, Babs & Speckledy Hen symbols also act as scatter icons but play an additional role:
- Landing 2-3 or more scattered hens activate the corresponding amount of Free Spins (10/15):
- Up to 25 free spins if three appear.
- Additionally earn a prize win based on your initial bet: • Double, triple or quadruple for two Scatters • Quintuple or tenfold when landing three
When they act in conjunction with Wilds placed by Ginger or in combination other ways will reward even more substantial prizes.
Bonus Features
The Chicken Run slot also includes several unique bonus features to mix up gameplay:
- Farm Frenzy Bonus : When triggered, players get 10-25 Free Spins depending on where hens appeared. These spins can be retriggered.
- Ginger’s Egg-cellent Escape Bonus: Earn extra cash or Free Spins when three scatters of the farm (not Ginger) are landed in one spin.
Free Spins
The primary free-spins bonus features, activated through a Scattered Hens combination (2-3), offers two modes with different win multipliers: 5X multiplier during regular games and Double or Triple prizes depending on initial bet value at the start of them. Free Spin periods can be re-triggered up to five times.
RTP
The theoretical Return To Player percentage, also referred to as RTP (Return Percentage), is set at a medium range between standard slots found in many casinos today around 96 percent -which makes it rather average compared with other slot machine offerings currently out there on the online gaming industry landscape.