Chicken Run: Eggstraction Announced for Nintendo Switch — Outright Games Brings Aardman's Beloved Franchise Back to Gaming

Outright Games has officially announced 'Chicken Run: Eggstraction' for Nintendo Switch, marking a highly anticipated return of the beloved Chicken Run franchise to the gaming world.

Scheduled for release in fall 2024, this action-stealth adventure picks up where Aardman’s successful 2023 film, 'Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget,' left off.

Developed by Outright Games in close collaboration with Aardman, the new title invites players to step into the feathers of their favorite characters as they devise daring plans to outsmart the evil nugget industry and secure freedom for their fellow chickens.

The story continues the high-stakes adventures fans enjoyed in the film, challenging players to infiltrate five heavily guarded farms, avoid innovative security measures, and liberate captive chickens—all while navigating a world brimming with danger and humor. 'Chicken Run: Eggstraction' offers both single-player and local two-player co-op modes, allowing players to team up or go solo as they sneak past watchful security cameras, evade sharp-eyed human guards, and employ clever disguises like traffic cones to avoid detection.

The game promises fast-paced, strategic gameplay that encourages teamwork, creativity, and a flair for eggstraordinary escapes. The voice cast features Bella Ramsey and Josie Sedgwick-Davies, reprising their roles as Molly and Frizzle from 'Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget.' Scripted by Larry Rickard—known for his work on the recent Chicken Run film—the game introduces players to a new cast of quirky poultry villains and even features a surprise appearance from the latest Wallace & Gromit movie, adding another layer of excitement for animation fans. Aardman’s managing director, Sean Clarke, commented on the collaboration, stating that the team is thrilled to expand the Chicken Run universe in such a dynamic way.

He emphasized the excitement of developing a title of this scale, highlighting the unique opportunity it presents to engage both longtime fans and new audiences.

Outright Games' Stephanie Malham echoed this sentiment, noting her excitement about bringing the first Chicken Run video game in 25 years to life and praising Aardman’s seamless adaptation of its distinctive style for the gaming medium. 'Chicken Run: Eggstraction' is set to be available both physically and digitally on Nintendo Switch via the eShop, ensuring broad accessibility for fans and families.

The announcement was accompanied by the game’s first trailer, generating significant buzz across the gaming and animation communities alike.

With the critical and commercial success of 'Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget', which reached the Global Top 10 and garnered millions of viewers worldwide, Outright Games and Aardman look positioned to deliver another hit.

Stay tuned to Nintendo Direct updates and the eShop for further details as the launch approaches.

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