This is a platform game written by Nigel Alderton, then aged 16 or 17, released by A&F Software in 1983 initially for ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro and Dragon 32/64.
It was subsequently ported to Commodore 64, Acorn Electron, MSX, Tatung Einstein, Amstrad CPC and Atari 8-bit and later updated for the Amiga, Atari ST and IBM PC compatibles.
In this exciting 1980s title, players assume the role of a fearless farmer named Henhouse Harry, whose mission is to collect eggs from the chickens while avoiding the evil ducks roaming the barnyard.
Each level has twelve eggs that must be collected before a countdown timer reaches zero, plus there are lots of seeds that can be collected to increase points and stop the countdown timer for a while.
If the player touches a chicken or falls down a hole at the bottom of the level, he loses a life.
In “Chucky Egg,” players are immersed in a colorful and dynamic world, where speed and dexterity are key to overcoming obstacles and completing each level.
With its simple yet addictive mechanics, “Chucky Egg” has entertained generations of players with its classic style and accessible gameplay.
Throughout the story of “Chucky Egg,” players embark on an exciting farm adventure, where fun and excitement go hand in hand in each level.
With its retro charm, classic gameplay and lighthearted atmosphere, “Chucky Egg” has left an indelible mark in the history of video games and in the hearts of players who have enjoyed its challenges over the years.
In its first version it had 40 levels, divided into 5 rounds of 8 and the player started with five lives, and was granted an extra life every 10,000 points. For the second version the original concept was expanded to deploy a 200-screen adventure with all kinds of tests, difficulties and puzzles.