Wild Gentlemen’s Zipp’s Café: A Precursor to Chicken Police: Into the Hive Set to Launch on November 15, 2023

The Wild Gentlemen has announced the release of Zipp’s Café, a game that comes before their highly awaited title, Chicken Police: Into the Hive. The game is set to come out on November 15 and is said to cost as much as a small coffee, though the exact amount is unknown to people who don’t drink coffee like me.

In Zipp’s Café, players assume the role of Zipp, the owner of the renowned Hop Dog, who previously made an appearance in Chicken Police: Paint it Red. Despite past conflicts, Zipp reluctantly aids protagonists Marty and Sonny, offering insights into the bustling city of Clawville. The game revolves around managing the Hop Dog, attending to regular patrons, and unraveling the secrets of Clawville, with the inclusion of three engaging mini-games: dishwashing, coffee making, and cooking. While primarily a world-building experience, the game delves into the mystery behind the Hop Dog’s famed coffee, shrouded in enigma.

The noir-inspired Chicken Police series presents a world that balances grit and vibrancy, meticulously crafted by The Wild Gentlemen, evident in the intricate lore that remains largely unexplored. Zipp’s Café serves as an immersive gateway, delving into the rich backstory in anticipation of Chicken Police: Into the Hive.

Furthermore, the press release tantalizingly hints at connections to “other unannounced projects,” leaving enthusiasts to ponder the possibility of additional tie-ins, perhaps even in the form of pulp novels. Given the success and acclaim of Chicken Police: Paint it Red, many highly anticipate further exploration within this captivating universe.

Zipp’s Café will debut on PC on November 15, 2023, at a cost equivalent to that of “a small coffee.”