The Chicken Shoot casino slot machine game is a farm-themed online slot developed by Microgaming. Released in 2007, it has since become a popular choice among players due to its simple yet engaging gameplay and generous payouts.
Game Theme and Design
As the name suggests, the game revolves around chicken shooting, a popular recreational activity Chicken Shoot where participants aim at clay targets using shotguns. The design of Chicken Shoot is straightforward, with clear graphics and easy-to-read text. Players can choose from four different barn-themed backgrounds to suit their preferences: farmyard, country house, rustic cottage, or the default modern farmhouse setting.
Symbols
The standard symbols in the game are comprised of high-value playing cards (9-A) and low-value card suits (hearts, diamonds, clubs, spades). These can be found on the reels 1-5. Additionally, players will find various farm-themed high-paying symbols:
- Scarecrow
- Hen with chicks
- Farmhouse
- Farmer
- Shotgun
These symbols offer higher payouts and contribute to the overall theme of the game.
Payouts
The payout structure for Chicken Shoot is as follows:
- The playing card suits (9-A) pay 5, 10, or 20 credits for a 3-of-a-kind win.
- Higher-paying farm-themed symbols award:
- Scarecrow: 50-2000 credits
- Hen with chicks: 100-4000 credits
- Farmhouse: 150-5000 credits
- Farmer: 300-8000 credits
- Shotgun: 10,000 credits for a maximum win
The payouts are relatively standard compared to other Microgaming slots.
Wilds
In the game, two wild symbols replace regular symbols except for scatters and bonus icons:
- The Chicken Shoot logo represents both chickens and hens.
- Another chicken symbol is present, also acting as a substitute for all regular paying symbols.
These wild symbols enhance gameplay by increasing winning opportunities.
Scatters
There are three types of scatters in the game: Chicken Eggs, which trigger free spins; Feathers, used to retrigger the Free Shoot feature (bonus feature); and Golden Egg, appearing when 2 or more appear anywhere on an active reel during a normal spin. The latter has the highest payout.
Bonus Features
Chicken Shoot features three main bonus features:
- Free Spins Feature : Activated by getting at least 3 scatter Chicken Eggs anywhere across reels. Players choose between playing with standard payouts and a multiplier of up to x50.
- Wild Egg Bonus : If two or more Golden Eggs appear, players are awarded up to 14 additional eggs on an active reel for the next three spins. Reels with no bonus egg are fixed in place during these turns.
- Free Shoot Feature (Bonus) : This feature is unlocked if at least one Feather scatter appears when playing standard payouts.
RTP and Volatility
Chicken Shoot’s RTP has been reported to be around 95%, which translates to a medium-to-low volatility rate compared to other slots in the Microgaming library.
Betting Range
Players can adjust their bets from $0.10 up to $2,50 per line. As such, betting ranges are relatively limited but more than adequate for casual players and new gamblers testing waters with lower stakes.
The Max Win achievable is 20,000 credits in the game’s base payout structure; however, this may rise if taking into account multipliers triggered by certain bonus features.
Gameplay
To start playing Chicken Shoot:
- Select your preferred bet.
- Press “Spin” to begin a normal turn with standard payouts or aim for higher rewards through additional scatters and/or triggers of the Free Spins Feature and Wild Egg Bonus feature, as available in that order (or other combinations).
Players have a choice between 9 adjustable paylines to choose from – any winning line earns prize money on every round played. Any player may win at least one chicken-themed symbol (chicken or hen) landing anywhere within an active reel before entering bonus features. A button under the game displays current credit value in thousands of credits for players who have won a higher payout than their initial bankroll – enabling them to continue playing without emptying out initially placed stake money entirely.
Mobile Play
Chicken Shoot can be enjoyed through various Microgaming-enabled mobile platforms and casinos, supporting touch-screen interface interaction and seamless gaming experiences.
In-game features such as “Paytable” icon provide the player a choice of displaying information about current available bets or access payout multiplier chart (if applicable), giving users quick reference for strategy during session duration.
