The casino slot game «Chicken Shoot» is a 5-reel, 3-row video slot developed by Microgaming. Released in 2018, it has since become a staple in many online casinos. The game’s theme revolves around farmyard animals, specifically Chicken Shoot chickens and other poultry, who have seemingly gone rogue with a penchant for shooting down their fellow fowl.
Theme and Design
At first glance, the game appears to be an arcade-style shooter, but upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that «Chicken Shoot» is more than just a simple slot machine. The graphics are vibrant and colorful, with chickens of various breeds scurrying about on screen. Each chicken has been anthropomorphized, giving them distinct personalities and characteristics.
The game’s design features a mix of cartoon-style illustrations and 3D animations. The reels themselves are adorned with watermelons, carrots, apples, and other farm-fresh produce that serve as low-paying symbols. Higher-paying symbols include the various breeds of chickens, each with its own unique animation upon winning combinations. The Wild symbol is represented by a large chicken egg, while the Scatter symbol takes the form of a target.
Symbols and Payouts
The game features an impressive 243 ways to win, although it’s worth noting that traditional paylines are not utilized in this game. Instead, players can earn payouts for three or more matching symbols appearing anywhere on adjacent reels.
Low-paying symbols include watermelons (5x), carrots (10x), and apples (20x). Higher-paying chicken breeds have the following payout ranges: Brown Chicken (50x), Black Chicken (100x), White Chicken (200x), Golden Chick (300x), Red Hen (500x), and finally, a mythical «Egg-laying Chicken» (1,000x).
The game’s Wild symbol is particularly interesting as it can substitute for all symbols except the Scatter. However, its true value lies in that if three or more are landed on adjacent reels, players earn an impressive 2,500x their initial stake.
Wilds and Scatters
In addition to serving as a high-paying symbol when matched correctly, Wilds have another useful function: acting as a substitute for the Scatter. However, unlike traditional slots where landing two or three Scatters typically triggers free spins or other bonus features, «Chicken Shoot» has one caveat – it requires at least five Wild symbols (consecutive on adjacent reels) to be replaced by regular chicken symbols.
Bonus Features and Free Spins
When a target appears anywhere on the 3rd reel as a Scatter symbol, players earn an astonishing 1,000x their initial stake. However, if three or more targets appear in one spin, players are awarded up to 25 free spins during which all winnings from these rounds will be multiplied by x10.
Free Spoultry mode offers random bonus rewards including the occasional doubling of bets and additional cash drops.
RTP and Volatility
«Chicken Shoot» has an astonishingly high Return To Player rate (RTP) of approximately 97.04%. Its volatility is also relatively balanced, as players can win small to moderate amounts in quick succession while larger jackpots require a bit more luck on their side – making it attractive for both low and mid-stakes gamblers.
Betting Range
The betting range begins at €0.30 per spin up to the maximum of €18 with an Auto-Hold option available from €1 upwards to 100 auto-spins. A total jackpot of £/€1 million or roughly 6,000x stake awaits those fortunate enough to hit its top-paying combination during this high-stakes mode.
Gameplay and Mobile Play
The gameplay itself is straightforward: players match three or more matching chicken breeds anywhere on adjacent reels from left to right while simultaneously utilizing the available bonus features. The mobile version offers nearly seamless integration with no visible differences between the desktop experience save minor animation improvements across various devices’ unique specifications.
Upon launching the game, new and seasoned gamers alike can find themselves immediately immersed into this seemingly chaotic yet oddly harmonious fowl atmosphere – its farm-fresh produce adorned on every side offering a delightful visual feast for players worldwide.
