Bird Simulator
- January 7, 2020
- GameFlare.com
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamIn Bird Simulator, play as various bird species and wreak havoc in a suburban town. Use special abilities, such as flying, diving, and rolling, to complete objectives and unlock new birds. Experience a day in the life of a bird, complete with realistic bird behaviors and environmental interactions.
PC
Reviews
- The game has a fun concept of being a bird and causing chaos, which can be entertaining for a short period.
- There is potential for the game to improve with future updates, and some players find it enjoyable despite its current state.
- The idea of explosive poop and the ability to interact with the environment adds a humorous element to the gameplay.
- The game is extremely limited in content, with a very small play area and repetitive gameplay that becomes boring quickly.
- Controls are clunky and awkward, making movement frustrating and detracting from the overall experience.
- Many players feel the game is overpriced for what it offers, with some suggesting it should be significantly cheaper or even free.
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing to engage in absurd activities like flying and pooping everywhere. However, many reviewers express frustration over the game's unfinished state, suggesting that while the comedic elements are enjoyable, they are overshadowed by bugs and a lack of polish, leading to mixed feelings about its value.
“Haha, so funny! I get to poop everywhere; I have full power! Humanity underestimates the aves.”
“Funny! I love games like this, but please fix the bugs if you can!”
“While this game is hilarious to play, it isn't worth the full price tag.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its limited mechanics and clunky controls, with significant issues in physics, such as unrealistic object interactions. Additionally, the lack of in-game settings further detracts from the overall experience.
“Before releasing a game for money, how about you get the basic movement mechanics to work?”
“The gameplay is extremely limited, the physics need serious work (see: basketball that doesn't bounce when thrown from extreme heights), and the controls are clunky, and there are no in-game settings!”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics have been noted for some degradation, and the limited content, particularly the small size of the town, may detract from the overall visual experience.
“The graphics are quite disappointing, with a bit of degradation and limited content; the town feels way too small.”
“The visual quality is subpar, making the overall experience less immersive.”
“Character models look outdated and lack detail, which detracts from the game's appeal.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Many users find the game lacks replayability, with some stating it becomes boring after just a few minutes of play. For a price point of $10, players expected a more engaging experience that would last longer than half an hour.
“Extremely boring after 3 minutes; for 10 dollars, I would expect something that's at least replayable for more than half an hour.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the game enjoyable but note that it has a few glitches, which is typical for an early access title.
“A fun game so far, but there are a few glitches that are to be expected from an early access game.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered several bugs that disrupted gameplay, which is disappointing.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect is negatively impacted by poor controls and a cluttered interface, as players find the quest box intrusive and lacking a close option, which detracts from the overall experience.
