Bird

About

"Bird" is a serene single-player simulation game with stunning visuals that lets you experience flight as a bird in a small natural environment. Control the bird's movement manually or choose automatic flight mode for a more relaxed experience. The game encourages players to take in the beauty of nature while flying around and exploring the environment.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 391 reviews

graphics24 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and relaxing experience of flying as a bird, providing a sense of freedom and immersion in nature.
The graphics are visually appealing, with beautiful landscapes and smooth animations that enhance the overall experience.
It's a great stress reliever, allowing players to enjoy a peaceful environment while engaging in simple activities like flying and eating worms.

The gameplay is very limited, with a small map and minimal objectives, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including awkward controls and graphical glitches that detract from the experience.
The game feels unfinished and lacks depth, with many players expressing a desire for more content and features to be added.

graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
44%
6%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning detail, vibrant colors, and immersive environments, creating a visually captivating experience. However, some players have noted performance issues, requiring high-end hardware to fully appreciate the visuals, and there are calls for better optimization and graphics options to accommodate lower-spec systems. Overall, the graphics are described as remarkable, contributing significantly to the game's appeal, despite some technical drawbacks.
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that make every moment in the air feel magical.”
- “Simply spectacular and graphically astounding!”
- “The graphics had me unsure whether or not I was living in a virtual world or in real life.”
- “I had to play on low graphics because anything higher was destroying my computer.”
- “Honestly my biggest issue is that when you turn the camera view in any way, the graphics blur a lot; if you get dizzy easily, don't play this game.”
- “It currently feels a lot like a tech demo, trying to show off what a graphics card can do -- which is pretty, but not much of a game, and not worth more than two minutes of playtime.”
gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
69%
8%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the smooth flying mechanics and immersive environment, while others criticize the lack of depth and variety, noting that it often feels like a tech demo with minimal interactive elements. Some users enjoyed the relaxing experience of exploring the world and collecting worms, but many expressed a desire for more gameplay options and mechanics to enhance replayability. Overall, the game is seen as visually appealing but lacking in substantial gameplay content.
- “The gameplay is smooth and intuitive, making it easy to navigate through various challenges and obstacles.”
- “Each level introduces new elements and keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
- “Very fun cheap game with excellent flying mechanics.”
- “But there's no gameplay, you just fly around and eat worms.”
- “It just feels lazy, like from a game designer's perspective you have a decent looking map and a bird who can fly but that's not expanded into any gameplay experience and it gets stale after 5 minutes.”
- “Severely lacking in gameplay options and its poor performance is its biggest downfall presently.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
55%
17%
The game is praised for its exceptional storytelling, with many reviewers highlighting it as a life-changing and tear-jerking experience centered around a bird's journey. The narrative is described as a work of art, combining deep emotional themes with engaging gameplay. Overall, it stands out as one of the best stories available on Steam.
- “Bird may have the best story out of the many games on Steam.”
- “This is not just a game; it's a life-changing story.”
- “This game is amazing, and the story is a work of art.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
30%
40%
The reviews consistently highlight significant issues with optimization, noting that the game's performance is poor, leading to choppy graphics and lag even on low settings. Many users express that improved optimization could enhance accessibility and responsiveness, making the game more enjoyable. Overall, the current state of optimization is described as severely lacking, with calls for urgent improvements.
- “Elements of this sim could be added to a decent game, but a focus would have to be placed on optimization.”
- “Optimization to require less RAM/CPU/etc. could do wonders to make the game both more accessible and more responsive to player controls.”
- “I would still recommend it though, as the idea is good, and no doubt if you can get it to run smoothly, it would be good.”
- “There are also big problems with optimization.”
- “Optimization is beyond garbage.”
- “Mine becomes an oven within the first 5/10 mins of playing - this game badly needs optimization.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and ambient qualities, enhancing the overall experience with soothing sounds that evoke a sense of tranquility. Players appreciate the sound design, which includes natural elements like chirping birds, contributing to a calming atmosphere that complements the gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a significant and enjoyable aspect of the game.
- “The sound design is equally impressive, with chirping birds and ambient music that enhance the overall experience.”
- “There is something about the simple gameplay, music, and graphics.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Maybe add a little music or drinking the water to the game and it's perfect.”
- “The music is very relaxing.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The game's atmosphere is described as deeply immersive and beautiful, creating a cozy and laid-back vibe that enhances the experience. However, some technical issues, such as transparent trees, detract from the overall immersion. Despite limited gameplay, players find the atmosphere relaxing and enjoyable.
- “But don't let that deter you from diving in—it's all part of the deeply immersive atmosphere.”
- “Fantastic and great at a cozy, laid-back atmospheric vibe; who wouldn't want to be a bird?”
- “It's a nice relaxing atmospheric game; there's not much to do, but you can easily snag achievements by leaving the game open.”
- “The trees are another addition to this flat world that don't actually add anything but atmosphere.”
- “The game tries to create a sense of immersion, but the lack of detail in the environment makes it feel lifeless.”
- “Despite the attempts at creating a spooky ambiance, the repetitive sound design fails to evoke any real tension.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is plagued by significant stability issues, with numerous bugs causing crashes, freezes, and glitches such as players falling through the floor and encountering erratic environmental elements. Many users report that these problems severely hinder gameplay, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.
- “Very buggy.”
- “Autofly mode is buggy, causing you to fly through trees and into the ground.”
- “As is, while the options exist, the people who need them can't get there before the game crashes or freezes.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is perceived as a mix of clever ideas and sarcastic commentary, with players initially viewing it as a joke before engaging with it. However, some reviews express frustration over the game's perceived lack of authenticity, suggesting that the humor may be overshadowed by a sense of deceit and manipulation within the gaming community. Overall, while the game has moments of humor, it also invites criticism regarding its integrity.
- “When I first saw this game, I thought it was nothing but a funny joke until I finally got it and played it.”
- “Funny idea.”
- “Funny, why are you like this?”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players consistently express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a second life to manage the demands.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the game's profound emotional impact, with some stating it has made them cry, indicating a deep connection to the narrative and characters. The wholesome community surrounding the game further enhances the emotional experience, with additional appreciation for charming elements like the inclusion of birds.
- “This is the only game that's ever made me cry.”
- “Wholesome”
- “Wholesome community and bonus point: contains bird”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players feel that the game's replayability could be significantly enhanced with features like bird customization and a larger map, as well as improved flight controls, which currently feel awkward. While the emotional impact of the ending contributes to its replay value, the overall gameplay elements are perceived as limited, resulting in a mixed reception regarding replayability.
- “Bird customization and a bigger map would make the game more playable, as well as more interactive flight controls. The flight feels super wonky and weird, like the way you can move a low-level character instead of a bird.”
- “The ending gets me every time and has 100% replay value.”
- “Very little gameplay elements or replay value.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy has been criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism due to a lack of credit for original artists and developers, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab.
- “The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, which feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “It feels like the game is designed to push players into spending more, rather than focusing on providing a fun experience.”