Bird Assassin
- August 27, 2014
- Social Loner Studios
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Bird Assassin" is a quirky and fast-paced shooter game where you play as a skilled marksman tasked with eliminating an army of hostile birds. Utilize an array of unique weapons to take down various avian enemies and bosses, all while navigating through different environments. The game features challenging gameplay, upgrades, and a lighthearted, humorous tone that adds to its overall appeal.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun and silly experience, perfect for a quick laugh and mindless entertainment.
- For its low price, it offers a decent amount of enjoyment, with humorous redneck themes and chaotic gameplay.
- Many players appreciate the nostalgia factor and find it a great way to kill time, especially for fans of simple shooting games.
- The game is extremely short, often completed in under an hour, leading to a lack of replay value.
- Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited enemy variety and simplistic mechanics.
- Some players feel the humor falls flat and that the game resembles a low-quality flash game rather than a polished title.
- humor34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of redneck comedy and absurdity, with many players finding it entertaining and enjoyable, particularly in its initial stages. However, opinions are divided, as some feel the humor is hit-or-miss and can become repetitive, leading to a lack of sustained engagement. Overall, while the game offers a lighthearted and amusing experience, its comedic value may not resonate with everyone.
“A twin stick shooter with some redneck humor.”
“It's funny at the beginning but it won't last.”
“Give it a try if you're looking for a humorous and entertaining little game that doesn't bother to take itself seriously.”
- story18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a straightforward revenge plot where the protagonist seeks to avenge his father's death at the hands of a bird, specifically an ostrich. While the narrative is described as simple and somewhat absurd, it carries a humorous charm that aligns with the game's overall tone. Despite its brevity and lack of depth, the story adds a quirky layer to the gameplay experience.
“You can enjoy yourself for half an hour or so killing birds and hearing a fun little story of some crazy maniac that hates birds.”
“The 'story' is that your dad (pa) is killed by an ostrich and you go on a murderous rampage to avenge his death.”
“It has a funny revenge story against the birds.”
“The story certainly has the 'so bad it's good' charm the game's going for, but the gameplay needs to be fun, and sadly it isn't in this case.”
“The game's story is as simple as they come: a bird killed your dad, so you kill all the birds.”
“Funny game, stupid concept, very short 'story', and I don't really know if it was worth the $0.99 spent on it.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally criticized for being repetitive, simplistic, and unsatisfying, with many reviewers noting a lack of engaging mechanics and a failure to deliver on its comedic potential. While some appreciate the game's ironic charm and fun atmosphere, the overall consensus is that the gameplay does not justify its price tag, making it feel more like a short, forgettable experience rather than a compelling game.
“The gameplay is very straightforward, the graphics are simple (flash game style), the soundtrack is fittingly goofy, and the whole thing can be completed in under an hour.”
“Repetitive gameplay but fun atmosphere.”
“About 2 hours of gameplay, given that you die a few times.”
“The gameplay isn't refined enough for me to decide its price tag is justified.”
“The gameplay needs to be fun, or also be so bad it's good, and sadly it isn't in this case.”
“The gameplay is just holding down the left mouse button and shooting everything that moves.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and reminiscent of flash games, with an indie quality that lacks polish. While some reviews note improvements over the original game, the overall consensus is that the visuals are not impressive and do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
“4K graphics... not lying.”
“The gameplay is just as good, but the graphics are extremely improved from the original game.”
“You can relate it to Destiny with the great high health bosses, but you can also relate it to Far Cry 1 in that the graphics are just so amazing.”
“The quality of graphics is firmly in flash game territory.”
“The voice acting is terrible, the graphics are undoubtedly 'indie' and it doesn't integrate particularly well with Steam (overlay, etc.), but nonetheless it's mindless fun to kill time.”
“Fairly short, simple graphics, no real replay value.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the soundtrack fittingly goofy while others describe it as boring and repetitive. While it may serve as background noise for those looking to enjoy their own music, many feel it detracts from the overall experience, lacking creativity and humor. Overall, the music is seen as a weak point in an otherwise simple and short game.
“The soundtrack is fittingly goofy, adding a unique charm to the gameplay experience.”
“Long story short, if you're looking for a game to listen to music to, then I totally recommend this.”
“If you're not looking for a game to listen to music to, then I still recommend this game.”
“Well, it was a fun game but no need to play it ever again. I mean, the music is boring and the gameplay is repetitive; overall, it's an okay game.”
“I’m not a person that easily damns things like movies, video games, and so on as a 'waste of time,' but for heaven's sake, 'Bird Assassin' really is nothing more than a complete and utter waste of time and brain cells with highly repetitive, boring gameplay, an awful excuse for a soundtrack, and, worst of all, it even lacks any kind of comedy—no bird puns, no funny or clever dialogue, nothing!”
“Listen to your own music!”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with most players noting that it can be completed in about 45 minutes to an hour, leaving little incentive to revisit. Despite its brevity and simplicity, some still find it enjoyable for a one-time playthrough.
“No replay value and beaten in 45 minutes.”
“Bird Assassin is a short and easy shooting game with little to no replay value.”
“While the replay value of this game is null, and one hour is enough to beat it and buy everything in the store, this is a game worth playing.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its intense emotional twists and exceptional character development, creating a thrilling roller-coaster experience. Players are particularly moved by the heart-wrenching journey of a mourning hero, which adds depth to the narrative.
“Tons of emotional twists; the character development is insane!”
“A thrilling emotional roller-coaster that follows the heart-wrenching journey.”
“Our emotionally scarred, mourning hero seeks to achieve redemption.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a fun and engaging backwoods, hillbilly vibe, which enhances the overall experience despite some repetitive gameplay elements.
“Repetitive gameplay but fun atmosphere.”
“Seeped in backwoods and hillbilly atmosphere, Bird Assassin is a unique experience.”
“Seeped in backwoods and hillbilly atmosphere, Bird Assassin feels more like a parody than an immersive experience.”
“The atmosphere is so bland and uninspired that it fails to draw you into the game's world.”
“Despite its potential, the atmosphere feels empty and lifeless, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect tedious due to linear level design and excessive enemy spamming, which complicates navigation. The awkward jumping mechanics and obstructive coin pickups further detract from the experience, making it feel frustrating rather than rewarding.
“The levels are all straight lines with very minimal platforms that chip away at your health. Combined with the enemy spam, it makes for tedious navigation. The jumping feels awkward, and coins from defeated foes can often obstruct vision on some traps.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore, with repetitive tasks that offer little reward and make progress feel painfully slow.”
“The game forces you into grinding for hours just to unlock basic features, which makes the experience feel more like a job than fun.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highly praised for its depth and emotional complexity, featuring numerous twists that enhance the overall narrative experience.
“Tons of emotional twists; the character development is insane!”
“The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the overall narrative.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
