Chicken Invaders 5 similar games & best alternatives

Chicken Invaders 5

PC (Microsoft Windows), Android, Linux, Mac • 2015

Should you play it?

Chicken Invaders puts you at the forefront of a battle against invading intergalactic chickens, bent on revenge for our oppression of Earth chickens. This time, the chickens have hatched a devious plan to block out sunlight and freeze Earth to death!

What works
  • Fun and humorous gameplay
  • Good replayability with unlockables
  • Multiplayer cooperative modes
  • Customization options
  • Affordable price
Things to keep in mind
  • Short main campaign length
  • Some bugs and minor technical issues
  • Limited controller support initially
  • Multiplayer servers sometimes empty
  • Randomness in power-up drops can frustrate

What to play next

Similar games, hidden gems, and fresh directions from this game.

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Chicken Invaders 4

  • Inglorious Waifu VS Nazi Zombies

  • Hitler Waifu

  • Bounty of One

  • Vellum

  • Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter

  • Toy Soldiers: Complete

  • Gatekeeper: Infinity

  • Leviaclaw
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Inglorious Waifu VS Nazi Zombies

  • Hitler Waifu

  • Leviaclaw
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

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  • Escapism

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Similarity map

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Similarity map

Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

  • Purple star: this page’s game — everything on the map is relative to it.
  • Coloured chips: click to highlight games that mainly differ on that motivation; click again to reset.
  • Dotted line: link between this page’s game and the one selected for comparison.
  • Hover a dot for a screenshot preview, score, and top score gaps; click to compare in the panel on the right.
  • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Chicken Invaders 5: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Status, Competition, Violence.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

    Game with the same Autonomy vibe

    4

    "Players can choose ships, weapons, difficulty levels, and mod content, allowing significant control over gameplay experience."

    Capsule for Platypus Reclayed Platypus Reclayed

    "Players can customize their spaceship, choose weapons, and select difficulty levels, allowing control over gameplay experience."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    3

    "Game involves skillful shooting, weapon upgrades, and boss fights with some challenge."

    Capsule for ULTIMATE HARDBASS DEFENCE ULTIMATE HARDBASS DEFENCE

    "Game involves skillful shooting, dodging, and boss fights with increasing difficulty and weapon upgrades providing feedback on performance."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    1

    "Includes multiplayer and leaderboards but mostly focuses on single player and cooperative play rather than intense competition."

    Capsule for Toy Soldiers: Complete Toy Soldiers: Complete

    "Includes multiplayer modes and leaderboards, but emphasis is more on cooperative and casual play rather than intense competition."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    3

    "Players report replay value through secrets, unlockables, ranks, and multiple difficulty modes encouraging repeated play."

    Capsule for Crow Country Crow Country

    "Players report good replayability with unlockables and multiple difficulty modes encouraging repeated play sessions."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    4

    "Supports local and online co-op play, with many reviews highlighting fun and social bonding through cooperative gameplay."

    Capsule for METAL SLUG X METAL SLUG X

    "Supports local and online multiplayer cooperative gameplay, with players enjoying playing together and helping each other."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    3

    "Customization options for ships and pilots, including decals and colors, allow creative expression within predefined frameworks."

    Capsule for R-Type Final 2 R-Type Final 2

    "Customization of spaceship colors and decals, plus variety in weapons and power-ups, allows creative expression within gameplay."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -3

    "Multiplayer emphasizes shared experiences and cooperation rather than exerting dominance or power over others."

    Capsule for Bob Was Hungry Bob Was Hungry

    "Multiplayer emphasizes shared fun and cooperation rather than dominance or power over others."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    4

    "Players use the game as a humorous, challenging distraction and stress relief, escaping real-life through engaging gameplay."

    Capsule for SPY-der PIG SPY-der PIG

    "Players use the game as a fun, humorous distraction and stress relief, escaping real-life through lighthearted gameplay."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and nostalgia, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

    Capsule for Broforce Broforce

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and nostalgia, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    3

    "Varied power-ups and level designs encourage players to try different strategies and experiment with mechanics."

    Capsule for BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition

    "New weapons, power-ups, and level designs encourage players to try different strategies and experiment with gameplay."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    2

    "Some exploration of unique planets and collectibles, though mostly linear levels."

    Capsule for Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

    "Some exploration of different planets and environments, but mostly structured wave-based levels with limited discovery."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    3

    "Players express themselves through ship customization and build personalization, though visual customization is minimal."

    Capsule for Nova Drift Nova Drift

    "Ship customization options allow players to express individuality visually."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    4

    "Imaginative sci-fi setting with humorous story and fictional space chickens."

    Capsule for Chicken Invaders 3 Chicken Invaders 3

    "Imaginative sci-fi setting with humorous story about space chickens invading the galaxy."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    4

    "Community and multiplayer aspects foster social connection and shared experiences among players."

    Capsule for Broforce Broforce

    "Strong community and multiplayer aspects foster social connection and shared experiences."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    3

    "Players develop skills to master challenging waves and bosses; unlocking weapons and upgrades supports progression."

    Capsule for Chicken Invaders 4 Chicken Invaders 4

    "Players develop skills to master waves and bosses; weapon upgrades and achievements provide sense of progression."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -4

    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    Capsule for Paladins® Paladins®

    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

    "Requires active attention and focus during gameplay; not designed for passive or background play."

    Capsule for Dark Hours Dark Hours

    "Requires active attention and focus during gameplay; not designed for passive or background play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    2

    "Some emotional bonding reported between family members playing together, but limited social depth."

    Capsule for BORIS RUSSIAN BEAR BORIS RUSSIAN BEAR

    "Some social bonding reported between friends and family playing together, but limited deep emotional sharing."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -2

    "Multiplayer is cooperative without clear leadership roles or authority."

    Capsule for HordeZ HordeZ

    "Multiplayer is cooperative without strong leadership or authoritative roles."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    4

    "Leveling up, unlocking skills, and collecting/upgrading weapons provide clear progression and rewards."

    Capsule for Dead Island Definitive Edition Dead Island Definitive Edition

    "Unlockables, weapon upgrades, and achievements provide clear progression and rewards."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    3

    "Many players find the game enjoyable and stress-relieving, balancing challenge with humor and flow."

    Capsule for Frog Fractions: Game of the Decade Edition Frog Fractions: Game of the Decade Edition

    "Many players find the game fun and stress-relieving, balancing challenge with humor and lightheartedness."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    3

    "Colorful visuals, sound effects, and humorous animations provide sensory stimulation."

    Capsule for Apocalypse Party Apocalypse Party

    "Colorful graphics, sound effects, and humorous animations provide enjoyable sensory stimulation."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    1

    "Some recognition through achievements and leaderboards, but not a major focus."

    Capsule for A Dance of Fire and Ice A Dance of Fire and Ice

    "Some recognition through achievements and leaderboards, but not a major focus."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    3

    "Humorous and engaging story with cutscenes and character interactions enhance narrative immersion."

    Capsule for SUPER CHICKEN JUMPER SUPER CHICKEN JUMPER

    "Humorous and light narrative with cutscenes and story elements enhancing immersion."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    3

    "Players must plan weapon use, resource management, and movement tactics to succeed."

    Capsule for WRATH: Aeon of Ruin WRATH: Aeon of Ruin

    "Players must plan weapon use, movement, and power-up management to succeed in waves and boss fights."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    3

    "Bullet hell gameplay and boss fights provide suspense and excitement."

    Capsule for Loop-Loop DX Loop-Loop DX

    "Bullet-hell style gameplay with tense moments and boss battles provides excitement and suspense."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    4

    "Players report good value for price with many hours of fun and replayability."

    Capsule for First Class Trouble First Class Trouble

    "Players report good value for price with hours of entertainment and replayability."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    4

    "Core gameplay involves shooting and destroying enemy chickens and objects."

    Capsule for Chicken Invaders 3 Chicken Invaders 3

    "Core gameplay involves shooting and destroying enemy chickens and objects."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

    3

    "Players must avoid damage and manage resources like health and power-ups to survive waves."

    Capsule for The Bug Butcher The Bug Butcher

    "Players must avoid damage and survive waves, managing resources like lives and power-ups."

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