30 Birds

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30 Birds is a single player open world action adventure game. It was developed by Business Goose Studios and was released on November 27, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Experience a seamless blend of 2D and 3D in this mesmerizing narrative adventure, with hand-drawn visuals inspired by Persian miniatures. Wander through the gorgeous neighborhoods of Lantern City while enjoying a ska - dub - reggae inspired soundtrack and help Zig gather thirty charismatic and chatty birds to save Simurgh! But beware, you might come across puzzling challenges on your way… Discove…

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Audience ScoreBased on 67 reviews

graphics19 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features a stunning and unique art style that blends 2D and 3D elements, creating a vibrant and immersive world.
The writing is filled with clever humor and quirky characters, making the dialogue enjoyable and engaging.
Exploring the beautifully designed environments and solving light puzzles provides a relaxing and rewarding experience.

Some puzzles can feel clumsy or overly simplistic, which may detract from the overall challenge.
The game has been reported to have bugs and technical issues that can disrupt gameplay.
Navigation can be confusing at times, especially with the unique movement mechanics, leading to potential frustration.

graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and beautiful art style, which blends 2D and 3D elements in a way that creates a captivating visual experience. Reviewers highlight the stunning detail, vibrant colors, and charming aesthetics that enhance the overall atmosphere and storytelling. While some users note minor bugs, the overall impression is that the visuals significantly elevate the gameplay, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The artwork is stunning, bringing each scene to life with breathtaking detail.”
- “A beautiful game with an intriguing world, amazing music and atmosphere, and a unique art style.”
- “This is a unique gem that deserves your time and attention, from the stand-out watercolor visuals carefully integrated in a 3D environment, to the world-building and characters, all the way to the quirky interactions you have with them.”
- “Still a bit buggy, and fairly short, but the unique setting and art style really elevate it.”
- “The game has an aesthetic all its own, and is bursting at the seams with charm and playfulness.”
- “A piece of art that stands out by its unique setting, art style, and fantasy.”
music
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
33%
11%
The music in the game is widely praised for its enchanting and groovy dub soundtrack, which complements the vibrant visuals and charming atmosphere. Players appreciate the integration of music into various mini-games, enhancing the overall experience with soothing and eclectic tunes. While the majority of the soundtrack is celebrated, some players noted that certain music-related puzzles could be improved for a more enjoyable experience.
- “This game is an absolutely magical adventure bursting with color, music, and charm.”
- “A beautiful game with an intriguing world, amazing music and atmosphere, and a unique art style.”
- “The music-making mini-games bring a smile to my face with some great tunes to vibe to.”
- “Puzzles & minigames are mostly simple, would've liked the little synths/music boxes to be more of a focus in the minigames because they're neat.”
- “It was just very, I don't know how to put it, but it felt like soothing and liminal kind of music to me, to be honest!”
- “But next to all this great stuff, there is one thing that just tops everything: the music!”
story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a whimsical and engaging journey centered around a quest to find 30 birds to save the goddess Simurgh, presented through stunning visuals and charming characters. While the narrative may take a backseat to gameplay elements like bird-gathering and mini-games, the delightful writing and artistic direction create a captivating experience that feels like a playable storybook. Players appreciate the blend of exploration, clever puzzles, and a unique, culturally rich atmosphere that enhances the overall storytelling.
- “The game gives you plenty of options to find birds in various orders, but manages to tie it all together in a compact and coherent story.”
- “This game is so fresh, the overall artistic direction, music, and story are so interesting and charming, it makes you want to soak in and experience it all.”
- “A beautiful art style, charming story, and quirky characters all seem to come together wonderfully in this game.”
- “The story takes a backseat to the bird-gathering before diving headlong into a rather rushed ending, but the writing throughout is delightful, and I didn't feel short-changed.”
- “Every scene looks like you fell face-first into a storybook drawn by a bored genius who got high on incense.”
- “30 birds is essentially an interactive story with simple puzzles, minigames, and a card game.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its unique Belgian humor, featuring well-written, hilarious dialogues and a cast of quirky, sympathetic characters. Players appreciate the absurd moments and entertaining mini-games that enhance the overall experience, all set against a beautiful art style and engaging atmosphere. The blend of contemporary humor with elements of Persian mythology adds an intriguing layer to the comedic interactions.
- “Such a beautiful looking and sounding game, full of funny and charming characters.”
- “This game is filled with absurd moments and hilarious interactions.”
- “Hilarious dialogues, the characters are so funny and unique from each other.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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37%
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The gameplay is a unique blend of 2D and 3D elements, featuring engaging mini-games and innovative mechanics, particularly the rotating lantern. Players appreciate the satisfying and polished experience, with a perfect length that avoids filler content. Overall, the game captivates with its original design and delightful interactions, making it a standout experience.
- “The best puzzles were the ones that made full use of the rotating lantern mechanic.”
- “An absolute gem, this game shines with its original and polished gameplay, captivating players from the very start.”
- “The gameplay is relatively easy to comprehend and so satisfying!”
- “Ce jeu est très poétique et surprenant, le gameplay très original et c'est très difficile de décrire le plaisir d'évoluer en ayant un visuel 2D et une sensation de 3D/profondeur à la fois, très particulière, il faut vraiment y jouer pour ressentir ce gameplay.”
- “Game mechanics explained and full review below:”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beautiful and intriguing world, enhanced by a unique art style and captivating music. Players appreciate the blend of mystery, humor, and cultural elements, particularly the incorporation of Persian mythology alongside contemporary dialogues, creating a refreshing and engaging experience. Overall, the aesthetic and ambiance contribute significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “A beautiful game with an intriguing world, amazing music and atmosphere, and a unique art style.”
- “A unique, relaxing little indie game with an interesting world, great visual art style, fun music, and atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere and the happenings are mysterious and apparently based on Persian mythology, which should clash with the often hilarious contemporary dialogues.”
- “The game fails to create a cohesive atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the world.”
- “Despite the intriguing setting, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been noted for its stability issues, with users reporting bugs in the launch version. Despite these technical shortcomings, the unique setting and art style are praised for enhancing the overall experience.
- “Unfortunately, the launch version is somewhat buggy.”
- “Still a bit buggy, and fairly short, but the unique setting and art style really elevate it.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the reviews highlight the game's vibrant visuals and appealing character designs, they do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.