30 Birds

About

Lantern City is on the verge of disaster: the Goddess Simurgh has been kidnapped by the evil Scientist! 30 Birds is a narrative puzzle game laid out on the surface of rotating lanterns. Wander through a gorgeous world inspired by Persian art, meet quirky birds, and solve puzzles to rescue Simurgh.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

The game features a stunning and unique art style, with beautiful hand-drawn visuals that create an enchanting atmosphere.
The music and sound design are exceptional, enhancing the overall experience with quirky and enjoyable tunes.
The gameplay is engaging, with a variety of entertaining mini-games and charming characters that contribute to a whimsical adventure.

The game can be frustrating due to a lack of hints and guidance for puzzles, which may leave players feeling stuck.
There are technical issues, including bugs that can disrupt gameplay and affect controller mapping, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
Some mini-games and puzzles may not be well-implemented, causing them to feel either too simplistic or not intuitive enough.

graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The game's graphics are widely praised for their stunning art style, blending 2D and 3D elements, and creating a charming and immersive atmosphere. Players appreciate the breathtaking detail and unique aesthetics, which enhance the overall experience and complement the quirky storytelling and engaging gameplay. Despite some minor frustrations during gameplay, the visuals remain a standout feature that captivates and delights.
- “A beautiful game with an intriguing world, amazing music and atmosphere, and a unique art style.”
- “The artwork is stunning, bringing each scene to life with breathtaking detail.”
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “The art style is definitely the first thing that brought me to the game, but then, the writing, quirky characters, and intriguing story are keeping me hooked!”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players enjoying the unique and eclectic soundtrack. The incorporation of music-making mini-games adds a fun and engaging element, although some players found certain challenges frustrating. Overall, the combination of captivating music and artistic visuals creates a charming and immersive experience.
- “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.”
- “The artistic style and music are amazing!”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel stale after a short time.”
- “The soundtrack feels disconnected from the gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The music is often too loud and drowns out important sound cues, making it frustrating to play.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
15%
23%
The game's story is characterized by engaging and quirky writing, charming characters, and a visually stunning art style that enhances the overall experience. While the narrative may take a backseat to gameplay elements like bird-gathering and mini-games, players find the storytelling delightful and immersive, making it a memorable journey. However, some users noted a lack of clarity in longer quest lines and a rushed ending, yet overall, the story remains a highlight of the 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.”
- “This game is so fresh; the overall artistic direction, music, and story are so interesting and charming, making 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.”
- “- No way to see previous steps in longer quest lines.”
- “The story takes a backseat to the bird-gathering before diving headlong into a rather rushed ending.”
- “The writing throughout is delightful, and I didn't feel short-changed.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a diverse cast of funny and sympathetic characters, complemented by hilarious dialogues and entertaining mini-games that keep the experience fresh. Its quirky humor, combined with a fantastic art style and a unique blend of contemporary and mythological themes, creates an engaging and amusing atmosphere. Overall, players appreciate the clever writing and the way the humor enhances the connection to the world and story.
- “Fantastic art style and hilarious writing.”
- “Hilarious dialogues; the characters are so funny and unique from each other.”
- “I love the aesthetic and the atmosphere; the dialogues are funny as hell and the mini-games keep the adventure fresh.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
29%
29%
The gameplay is praised for its originality, polish, and satisfying mechanics, providing a captivating experience without filler content. Players appreciate the easy-to-understand controls and the unique aesthetic, which combines 2D visuals with a sense of 3D depth, enhancing the overall enjoyment. The game is described as a poetic and delightful experience, making it a standout in its genre.
- “An absolute gem, this game shines with its original and polished gameplay, captivating players from the very start.”
- “In short, this was a really lovely, aesthetically pleasing play with a satisfying gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay is relatively easy to comprehend and so satisfying!”
- “This game is very poetic and surprising; the gameplay is very original, and it's quite difficult to describe the pleasure of evolving with a 2D visual and a 3D/depth sensation at the same time. You really have to play it to feel this gameplay.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
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 juxtaposition of Persian mythology with contemporary dialogues, creating a relaxing yet engaging experience. Overall, the aesthetic and immersive atmosphere contribute significantly to the game's charm.
- “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 engage players.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The launch version of the game is reported to be somewhat buggy, indicating stability issues that may affect the overall gameplay experience.
- “Unfortunately, the launch version is somewhat buggy.”