A Story About Birds

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A Story About Birds is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by bernie wick and was released on October 24, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

The birds are coming back! So, gather some wood, some bird food, and build some amazing shelters. Explore Plumage Farm on a relaxing day and get to know its inhabitants and regulars. How will you use the day? Key Features Collect branches and seeds in form of a minigame that requires skill! The better you do, the harder it will become, but you'll gather a lot more! Build fancy shelters for th…

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story3 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Charming and cozy atmosphere with beautiful pixel art and a relaxing soundtrack.
Engaging gameplay with a variety of mini-games that offer both challenge and replayability.
Delightful exploration and resource-gathering mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs to uncover secrets.

Limited progression system as each playthrough lasts only about 50 minutes with no saving, requiring players to start over each time.
Lack of key rebinding options can hinder player comfort and accessibility.
The game may become stressful for those who prefer a more leisurely pace, as completing everything in one day can be quite challenging.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "A Story About Birds" is set in a charming, post-dystopian world that invites players to explore a cozy environment filled with intriguing details. The narrative is engaging and offers a sense of discovery, making it a delightful experience for those looking to unwind. Players express a desire to see more of this captivating universe in future installments.
- “The story is really interesting, post-dystopian-rediscovered-utopia.”
- “I hope to see more of this universe in the future as the story is interesting and intriguing.”
- “A story about birds transports you into a delightful world full of little details.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is enjoyable and satisfying, particularly for fans of timed-input minigames, though it may feel repetitive due to its short session structure. Players appreciate the cozy atmosphere, beautiful art, and the need for strategic management of resources and placements, which adds an element of optimization to the experience. Overall, while the mechanics may not be deeply complex, they provide a fun and engaging gameplay loop.
- “Very fun little game with a cozy world, satisfying gameplay, and beautiful game art!”
- “I love the mechanics for collecting resources; the atmosphere is pleasant, and the concept is inspiring!”
- “However, I recommend only playing if you really, really enjoy timed-input minigames and are satisfied with short sessions and multiple iterations of the same gameplay.”
- “While the mechanics aren't super deep, you do need to manage all the people, resources, and placements somewhat properly to get everything, which makes it quite fun to optimize.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while each playthrough lasts around 50 minutes, the game demands careful optimization to uncover hidden secrets and achieve all challenges within that timeframe.
- “Although each playthrough is short (around 50 minutes), the game offers numerous hidden secrets and challenging achievements, requiring significant optimization to complete everything in the allotted time.”
- “The game's performance is inconsistent, leading to frustrating lag and stuttering during critical moments, which severely impacts the overall experience.”
- “I found the resource management system poorly optimized, making it difficult to progress without constantly running into bottlenecks.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, with players noting that each playthrough offers new discoveries, enhancing the overall experience. Its charming design further contributes to the desire to revisit the game multiple times.
- “Incredibly cute game with a lot of replay value.”
- “This adds excellent replayability, as new discoveries await in each playthrough.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the atmosphere and creating a relaxing vibe, allowing players to enjoy it while exploring or grinding for high scores. Its engaging quality contributes to the game's replayability, making each playthrough a unique experience.
- “The music enhances the atmosphere, creating a great vibe.”
- “It is a game which you can play over and over again - each playthrough allows you to change the way you want to play, for example you can just relax and enjoy the nice music and the art or you can grind and try to get the high score or you can explore the world, etc.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its pleasant vibe, significantly enhanced by the music, which complements the engaging resource collection mechanics and inspiring concept.
- “The music enhances the atmosphere, creating a great vibe.”
- “I love the mechanics for collecting resources; the atmosphere is pleasant and the concept is inspiring!”