Chicken Little (video game)

Chicken Little is a series of video games based on the 2005 Disney animated film of the same name. The games primarily follow the adventures of Chicken Little and his friends Abby Mallard (a.k.a. Ugly Duckling), Runt of the Litter, and Fish Out of Water as they navigate alien invasions and other perilous situations to save their town of Oakey Oaks.

There are several distinct Chicken Little video game titles released on various platforms. The main title, simply called Chicken Little, was released on PlayStation 2, GameCube, Xbox, and PC. This game largely follows the plot of the film, adapting key scenes and adding additional challenges and encounters. Gameplay typically involves platforming, puzzle-solving, and action elements.

A separate game, Chicken Little: Ace in Action, was released for the Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, and PlayStation 2. This title is based on a fictional movie within the Chicken Little universe, where Chicken Little adopts the superhero persona of "Ace" and battles alien threats with his team, the Allied Forces. Ace in Action features gameplay mechanics distinct from the original Chicken Little game, often incorporating vehicle-based missions and more action-oriented combat.

The Nintendo DS version of Chicken Little offered unique gameplay mechanics taking advantage of the handheld's dual screens and touch controls. It allowed players to interact with the environment in different ways compared to the console versions.

Critical reception of the Chicken Little video games was generally mixed, with reviewers often citing repetitive gameplay and uninspired level design. However, some praised the games for their faithfulness to the source material and their appeal to a younger audience. Chicken Little: Ace in Action sometimes garnered slightly more favorable reviews due to its departure from the film's plot and its emphasis on action-oriented gameplay.