Bird Game

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Bird Game is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Black Jacket and was released on June 26, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Bird Game is an abstract, exploration-based RPG set in a Kafkaesque world invaded by purple-eyed crows. Players embark on a surreal journey to find the Renown Wrestling Fish, facing bizarre puzzles and engaging in turn-based combat against over 30 unique adversaries. The game features stylized visuals, a comedic story, and memorable characters in a mostly monochrome setting.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 151 reviews

music9 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and charming art style, with a surreal atmosphere that captivates players.
It's a free indie RPG that offers a quirky and humorous experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate absurdist humor.
The gameplay, while simple, is engaging and provides a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs, with a variety of bird characters adding personality to the game.

The dialogue can be overly verbose and confusing, making it difficult for some players to follow the story.
Combat encounters can feel unbalanced and frustrating, with issues like stunlocking and a lack of healing items affecting gameplay.
The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth in the overall experience.

music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
53%
12%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its unique and engaging qualities, particularly the classical soundtrack that adds to the overall atmosphere. However, others find it repetitive or overwhelming, suggesting a need for volume control options. Overall, while the music captivates many, it may not appeal to all players, reflecting a diverse range of opinions.
- “What really captivated me was the art style, the music, the ambience, the odd funny and yet intriguing story, and the familiar game mechanics.”
- “10/10 soundtrack”
- “The music is unique and strikes the perfect balance between almost sounding dissonant while still remaining harmonious.”
- “Some of the jokes are fine, but having to suffer through migraine-inducing music and a painfully loquacious script really soured my experience here.”
- “I will say I do think that 90% of the music sounded the same; maybe having some of them with slightly different-sounding pianos would help, but I'm not sure.”
- “Either a mute button or a method to control music volume would be much appreciated.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
65%
15%
The game's story is a surreal and absurdist journey centered around the quest for a "renown wrestling fish," featuring quirky characters and verbose dialogue that some find excessive. While the narrative offers two endings for replayability and includes intriguing subplots, opinions vary widely; some praise its depth and societal commentary, while others criticize it as simple and lacking in compelling elements. Overall, the story is a mixed bag, with a unique aesthetic and engaging world-building that may resonate differently with players.
- “The story has 2 endings allowing a bit of replayability and although it does get a little boring the second time, it feels seasoned with just enough secrets and achievements to still give you something to do the second time around.”
- “What really captivated me was the art style, the music, the ambience, the odd funny and yet intriguing story, and the familiar game mechanics.”
- “This game is a deep comment on society as we know it through a well thought out and powerful contextual lens - the beauty lies not just in the gameplay, but the intriguing linguistic play and compelling story driven by subplots and deus ex machinas.”
- “Honestly, this game doesn't have a whole lot to offer. It's surreal, with a very slightly interesting take on its turn-based combat (that's not to say it's good, but not that it's bad either). However, there's just not a lot here; it's a surreal story, for lack of a better word, in a world full of 'birds' with vocabularies so verbose it borders on excessive. The story, the characters, the world—it's just not all that compelling, at least to me.”
- “The story just is very simple.”
- “The type of writing is like if a student is given homework by their high school English teacher to write a short story set in Victorian London. To make the dialogue seem more old-fashioned, they replace every 'normal' word with longer, complex ones to make it sound more 'fancy.'”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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19%
The graphics of the game are characterized by a distinctive and quirky art style that captivates players, despite some describing it as overwhelming or reminiscent of older graphics. The use of greyscale with strategic pops of color enhances the visual experience, while the overall aesthetic, combined with the unique music and ambiance, contributes to a charming and engaging atmosphere. While some reviewers feel the game lacks depth, the visuals remain a standout feature that many appreciate.
- “What really captivated me was the art style, the music, the ambience, the odd funny and yet intriguing story, and the familiar game mechanics.”
- “Bird game is an abstract, exploration-based RPG with unique, stylized visuals and puzzle mechanics.”
- “This game smells like old women's perfume and 1-bit graphics.”
- “Although most of the visuals are in greyscale, small pops of colour are used expertly for the birds’ eyes and during fights.”
- “Boasting many unique ideas and a distinctive art style, the game will take you on a linguistic ride, full of overstimulating combat and effects you won't understand.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
50%
19%
The gameplay is characterized as simple yet charming, with a focus on exploration and puzzle mechanics, though some players find it average and lacking polish compared to previous titles. While the game features a unique art style and engaging music, it primarily revolves around familiar RPG mechanics, including fetch quests and easy combat, which may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable but may benefit from further refinement and innovation.
- “The gameplay is simple but charming, and the hummingbird character is actually one of my favorites: fast, colorful, and fun to play.”
- “Bird game is an abstract, exploration-based RPG with unique, stylized visuals and puzzle mechanics.”
- “It has a ton of unique areas and mechanics; the atmosphere of this game is very well designed, and it reminded me of Hylics 1 a lot.”
- “Not as polished as Bird Game 3 but still has the same mechanics. Expectable from the first release; there's an easter egg to get the dodo even though the shoebill is better. The hummingbird is broken in every bird game.”
- “Typical RPG gameplay without anything that special.”
- “In terms of gameplay, most of it consists of fetch quests, relatively easy fights, and a few pretty challenging puzzles.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as quirky and abstract, with a mix of dry wit and random moments that can be amusing, though it may not resonate with everyone. Players appreciate the unique art style and engaging story, which contribute to the overall comedic experience, even if some jokes fall flat. Overall, the game is seen as funny and entertaining, enhancing its appeal.
- “It's abstract, it's funny, it's the perfect length for a game like this, it's all simply incredible.”
- “The birds speak with these 19th century mannerisms, which when paired with the very dry humor of this game can be quite funny, even though the jokes don't always land.”
- “What really captivated me was the art style, the music, the ambience, the odd funny and yet intriguing story, and the familiar game mechanics.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often requiring excessive time investment without significant rewards. Many have noted issues with accessibility and a scarcity of healing items, which exacerbates the grind. However, recent balance changes from the developers have improved combat fairness and reduced the grind associated with healing.
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “Been grinding for hours and still no results.”
- “There were also a couple of accessibility problems, and there was a lack of healing items, meaning I couldn't really progress without grinding for food and XP, which was kind of soul-sucking and frustrating.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The game offers moderate replayability with two distinct endings, providing players with an incentive to replay. While some users find the experience slightly repetitive on a second playthrough, the inclusion of secrets and achievements adds enough variety to keep it engaging.
- “The story has two endings, allowing for some replayability. While it can get a little boring the second time, it feels seasoned with just enough secrets and achievements to still give you something to do on your next playthrough.”
- “The game offers multiple paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and encouraging you to explore different outcomes.”
- “With various character builds and strategies to try, the replayability factor is high, keeping the game fresh and engaging even after multiple runs.”
- “The story has 2 endings, allowing for a bit of replayability. However, it does get a little boring the second time around, even though it feels seasoned with just enough secrets and achievements to still give you something to do.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game demonstrates strong stability, with no bugs or glitches encountered during gameplay. It runs smoothly, achieving 100% performance in just three hours under Proton experimental settings.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced multiple bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating; I can't progress without constant interruptions.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers decent optimization for mid-range PCs, allowing for a playable experience with reasonable graphics settings. However, some users report occasional performance dips and stuttering, suggesting that further optimization could enhance stability and frame rates. Overall, while it runs adequately on mid-tier hardware, there is room for improvement.
- “The game runs smoothly on my mid-range PC, showcasing impressive optimization that allows for a great experience without needing top-tier hardware.”
- “I was pleasantly surprised by how well the game is optimized for lower-end systems, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “The developers have done an excellent job with optimization, ensuring that even players with modest setups can enjoy high frame rates and minimal lag.”
- “The game struggles to run smoothly on mid-range PCs, often resulting in frustrating lag and stuttering.”
- “Despite having decent hardware, I found the optimization lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and long loading times.”
- “The graphics settings don't seem to make a difference; even on lower settings, the game is poorly optimized for mid-tier systems.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique design and surreal qualities, drawing comparisons to Hylics 1. Reviewers highlight the well-crafted environments and mechanics that contribute to an immersive and eloquent experience.
- “It has a ton of unique areas and mechanics; the atmosphere of this game is very well designed. It reminded me a lot of Hylics 1.”
- “Additionally, it encapsulates the special atmosphere very well.”
- “The surrealism and atmosphere are immaculate and eloquent.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the character development for its immaculate storytelling and beautiful world-building, noting that the character designs are on par with high-quality AAA titles like God of War and The Last of Us.
- “The story is immaculate, the world-building is beautiful, and the character designs match those of AAA story games like God of War and The Last of Us.”