Bomb Chicken is a 2D platformer game developed by Nitrome. The game's protagonist is a chicken that can lay bombs to destroy obstacles, enemies, and walls to progress through the levels. The gameplay combines puzzle-solving with platforming, as the player navigates the chicken through levels filled with hazards and traps, while trying to collect treasures and unlock secret areas.

The game's main mechanics revolve around the chicken's ability to lay bombs, which can be used in various ways. For example, players can stack bombs to create staircases, place bombs on top of each other to jump higher, or strategically place bombs to destroy multiple obstacles at once. As the game progresses, players can also unlock new bomb types with different properties, such as ice bombs that freeze enemies and fire bombs that explode on contact.

Aside from the main campaign, Bomb Chicken also features a challenge mode where players can test their skills in a variety of difficult levels, and a boss rush mode where players can face off against the game's bosses. With its unique gameplay mechanics and charming visuals, Bomb Chicken provides a fun and challenging experience for players who enjoy puzzle-platformer games.