Billy Hatcher and the Giant Egg

 GameCube
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Sep 23, 2003
User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 40 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 40
  3. Negative: 1 out of 40
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  1. billywws
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    This is my favourite game of all time. The characters are adorable, but at the same time awesomely cool. What other game could make a chicken suit look cute and cool? The game is incredibly fun, the controls are smooth, although you might need to get used to them at first. But when you do... oh man the amount of fun you'll have! The egg-rolling mechanics feel natural and it is veryThis is my favourite game of all time. The characters are adorable, but at the same time awesomely cool. What other game could make a chicken suit look cute and cool? The game is incredibly fun, the controls are smooth, although you might need to get used to them at first. But when you do... oh man the amount of fun you'll have! The egg-rolling mechanics feel natural and it is very satisfying to kill enemies. The graphics are beautiful, perhaps it doesn't hold up much today for the technical side but in terms of style, it's wonderful! There's also some anti-aliasing put in, runs at 480p and at 60FPS with rare instances of framerate drops. The only thing I could say is a problem is that the story could have been fleshed out more, and the ending was a bit of a slap in the face (because it was too short), and the physics could glitch out a bit at a few times. This game REALLY deserves a HD remake, or even better, a sequel. Come on, Sonic Team, make a new Billy Hatcher game!… Expand
  2. DuskDungeon
    Jan 8, 2016
    9
    The game is very unique in what it does. Its a different game were they took something as silly as a boy in a chicken suit and turn it into something great and fun.

    The whole mechanic you have to deal with with the eggs and the different creatures you get to hatch is what makes this game something worth trying out, not to mention its obvious charm and unforgettable music that to this    The game is very unique in what it does. Its a different game were they took something as silly as a boy in a chicken suit and turn it into something great and fun.

    The whole mechanic you have to deal with with the eggs and the different creatures you get to hatch is what makes this game something worth trying out, not to mention its obvious charm and unforgettable music that to this day I still remember, and its been years since I last played the game.    … Expand
  3. GamecubeLover
    Jul 25, 2016
    9
    Billy Hatcher does get hated for what ever reason? The game is addictive and fun. Sure there are some flaws here and there but they are minor and there is more pros than the cons.
  4. KirbyManiac
    Nov 23, 2017
    8
    This is a very enjoyable platformer and a unique gameplay structure which makes this game stand out with likeable characters and a decent plot. My only problem with this game is the few minor cheap deaths and Running with Billy. Overall this game definitely should be played by anyone
  5. MetalC.
    Oct 2, 2003
    10
    This is such a good game, it isnt even funny. What is funny are the reviews thata re surfing around the internet!
  6. MaxA.
    Nov 26, 2003
    10
    It's really fun and challenging. Gooooood graphics!
  7. Chaoman55
    Sep 4, 2003
    9
    Nice game. Addictive, fun, and probably the best overall platformer for the Nintendo GameCube.
  8. DanielM.
    Nov 9, 2004
    7
    Good eggy fun.
  9. YujiN.
    Oct 1, 2003
    10
    I read the reviews, and I have to say I am flattered that some reviewers hate this game! This game is the best platformer for GameCube! Also, Carrie from EGM is right -- it's a lot more fun than Mario Sunshine!
  10. MarkL.
    Dec 1, 2003
    9
    Truly amazing.
  11. Chrisleblanc
    Oct 5, 2003
    9
    This game rocks!!!! a hundred percent better than sonic dx which totally sucked!!!!
  12. billy_hatcha
    Sep 29, 2003
    10
    This is da best game ever!!! the only reason why it scored low is because wusses think its too hard. get it now!
  13. DarkC.
    Sep 30, 2003
    10
    Great game, a good mix of music, boss stages have good fast pased music to, probably the best platformer game ever.
  14. AlexK.
    Dec 2, 2003
    10
    This kid kicks some serious monster butt!!!
  15. JacobS.
    Sep 29, 2003
    10
    Any game by sonicteam is awesome.
  16. RollyRoll
    Dec 11, 2003
    10
    It's one of my top 3 games! Now please excuse me I have eggs to hatch:)
  17. KilledShinigami
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    A unique and memorable game where you roll eggs to kill enemies and then hatch them to get various items and creatures that will help you fight against the Evil. It is simple but fun and has an adorable character design and story. Not to mention the great soundtrack. One of those games that seemed weird at the time of release but now it's obvious it stands out. Shame it sold poorly andA unique and memorable game where you roll eggs to kill enemies and then hatch them to get various items and creatures that will help you fight against the Evil. It is simple but fun and has an adorable character design and story. Not to mention the great soundtrack. One of those games that seemed weird at the time of release but now it's obvious it stands out. Shame it sold poorly and didn't get any enhanced sequel or remake.… Expand
  18. BillyHatcher27
    Feb 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. OMG! I LOVE THIS GAME SO MUCH!!! #1 FAVORITE VIDEO GAME OF ALL TIME and FAVORITE VIDEO GAME CHARACTER OF ALL TIME!!!… Expand
  19. fierymaximan
    Feb 2, 2021
    10
    I love this one. This is very unique game that it will disappoint nothing else. Great job!
  20. zrfhe
    Jan 5, 2023
    6
    this is not mario but probably still worth a play for those are interested.

Awards & Rankings

52
#52 Best GameCube Game of 2003
26
#26 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2003
14
#14 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2003

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 37
  3. Negative: 2 out of 37
  1. GMR Magazine
    80
    Makes no mistakes, and while it lacks Sonic's flash, it's a better game. [Oct 2003, p.73]
  2. Edge Magazine
    70
    It's impossible not to feel disappointed with a title that, to judge by it's opening, ought to have competed on an even footing with "Super Mario Sunshine." Instead it's an uneasy compromise between the splendour of the early levels and the inadequacies of later missions. [Dec 2003, p.88]
  3. Eurogamer
    70
    A fairly meaningless but devilishly addictive platform game that isn't afraid of, ulp, hatching a few new ideas amongst the rank and file and giving you options.
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