Aardman Announces New 'Chicken Run' Heist Game for Switch

Aardman Animations, the acclaimed British stop-motion studio known for beloved creations such as "Wallace and Gromit" and "Shaun the Sheep," has revealed its partnership with Outright Games to release an exciting new title: a heist game set in the "Chicken Run" universe. This upcoming game, titled "Chicken Run: Eggstraction," picks up the storyline following the events of the 2023 Netflix movie "Dawn of the Nugget," inviting players to embark on a thrilling adventure.

Players will be at the helm of a courageous team of hens, guiding them through a series of elaborate infiltration missions. The primary objective is to penetrate five formidable chicken farms and orchestrate the liberation of their feathered comrades. The gameplay is presented from a top-down perspective, emphasizing strategic planning and character synergy. Success hinges on assembling the optimal team and skillfully utilizing each hen's unique abilities to outwit the farms' intricate security systems. Adding to the authenticity, Bella Ramsey and Josie Sedgwick-Davies reprise their voice roles as Molly and Frizzle, respectively. Furthermore, the game will support local two-player cooperative play, allowing friends to join forces in this daring rescue operation, set to arrive on the Nintendo Switch this autumn.

While specific details regarding the gameplay experience are still emerging, the premise of a "Chicken Run" heist game holds considerable promise. If the stealth challenges are compelling and the narrative delivers the characteristic humor of the franchise, this title could very well become a delightful co-op experience. The prospect of leading an avian liberation movement, combining witty dialogue with tactical gameplay, could resonate with fans and newcomers alike, offering an engaging and positive message about collaboration and freedom.