Birds Aren't Real: The Game
- September 8, 2023
- USC Games
- 31h median play time
Get on SteamBirds Aren’t Real is a 3D sandbox game with a comic twist. Based on the real-life satirical conspiracy theory, play as a government surveillance pigeon drone, using sneaky maneuvers and creative thinking to manipulate the citizens and dispel their suspicions about the government's avian task force. Fly around to explore and surveil your surroundings! Sabotage the conspiracists working against …
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Reviews
- The game is a fun and silly experience, allowing players to engage in humorous antics like pooping on people.
- Charming art style and entertaining premise, making it enjoyable for a short playthrough.
- It's free to play, making it accessible for anyone looking for a quick and lighthearted game.
- The game frequently crashes after the tutorial, making it unplayable for many users.
- There is no save feature, causing players to lose progress and forcing them to restart the game each time.
- Several bugs and glitches hinder gameplay, including soft locks and issues with quest completion.
- story44 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received for its humor and charm, with players appreciating its quirky premise of causing chaos as a pigeon. However, many reviews highlight significant technical issues, including frequent crashes, bugs that hinder mission completion, and a lack of a save system, which detracts from the overall experience. While the narrative is considered fun and engaging, players express a desire for a more expansive and polished storyline with additional content and replayability.
“Cool game with an adorable style and a pretty funny story.”
“An absolutely unhinged storyline accompanied by the mechanics to be the little nuisance to society you always knew you were makes this for a wonderful time.”
“Absolutely amazing story, but I wish there were more things that you could do.”
“I beat the story mode in under 30 minutes.”
“There is no save system, so unlocking things isn't really worth it because once you finish the last mission, you are booted back to the main menu.”
“If you don't read the quests carefully, it will be hard to figure out what to do later since you cannot look at a quest list.”
- humor22 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both cute and entertaining, often highlighting the funny story and quirky character of a bird. Many reviews mention the game's lighthearted glitches and humorous elements, such as the comedic premise of a pigeon protagonist and amusing in-game texts. Overall, the game is described as a short, fun experience that effectively delivers laughs.
“This is an amazing and funny bird game!”
“Cool game with an adorable style and a pretty funny story.”
“The story is amazing, the gameplay is alright, just maybe make it longer by adding different stories or make a sequel because the story is good and funny.”
- stability21 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, particularly freezing after the tutorial, which renders it unplayable for many users. While some players find the glitches amusing and manageable, the overall consensus is that the game is plagued by bugs that disrupt gameplay and hinder progress. Despite its appealing design, the frequent crashes and lack of effective support contribute to a frustrating experience.
“After finishing the tutorial, the game freezes and nothing seems to help.”
“Unfortunately, this game is very buggy; I can't complete the tablet quest as my ability to pick things up vanishes.”
“The game looks fun, but there is a bug where your game freezes when completing the tutorial, which results in it being unplayable.”
- gameplay21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as fast-paced and easy to grasp, offering a mix of fun mechanics and a quirky, engaging experience, though it is often criticized for being short and lacking depth. While some players appreciate the silliness and unique concepts, such as the humorous "poo on others' heads" mechanic, many feel the game has untapped potential and could benefit from more content and variety. Overall, it provides a lighthearted experience, but may leave players wanting more substantial gameplay.
“The gameplay is fun and not that complicated; I found it easy to get accustomed to the controls.”
“Mii-esque graphics and very engaging gameplay that never got repetitive or boring... all wrapped into a 40-minute experience made by a clearly passionate group of people.”
“Everything worked including controller support; there's simple but clear tension in gameplay, movement is fast enough, and a variety of objectives for a quick playthrough.”
“Degenerate gameplay and a buggy piece of code.”
“Good game, so much potential, so little actual gameplay.”
“Gameplay: average - can get boring at times.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming and cute art style that many players find appealing, contributing to the overall fun and comical tone. While some reviews mention that the graphics could be improved or are considered "meh," the unique aesthetic and engaging visuals are generally praised, making it a delightful experience for those who appreciate its silliness. Overall, the graphics are seen as a positive aspect, enhancing the game's lighthearted nature.
“The graphics are so cute and it's an easy but fun playthrough with fun music and noise!”
“Graphics: perfect - amazing models, textures, animations, and environments.”
“One of the most charming games I have experienced, very cute aesthetic with lovable characters.”
“Worst graphics; they could've spiced it up a little more. The gameplay could use more action, like flying elements, but I like it because of the silliness. Worth a try if you're into that!”
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“The graphics are disappointing and lack detail, making the overall experience feel underwhelming.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, complementing its cute art style and enhancing the overall fun and engaging gameplay experience.
“I liked the music and art style of the game.”
“The graphics are so cute, and it's an easy but fun playthrough with enjoyable music and sound!”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers indicate that the game currently lacks replayability, with suggestions for improvements such as a new game plus mode or additional side quests to enhance the experience. Many players feel that the short playtime of around 30 minutes limits the incentive to replay.
“First of all, some notes to the devs. I would recommend definitely adding some sort of new game plus or just adding new side quests (that are easier to track) since right now the game has little to no replayability.”
“The game is good for free, but I finished it in about 30 minutes and it is not really replayable.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of fun and goofiness, creating a wholesome experience, particularly highlighted by the heartfelt text messages from the son.
“A fun, goofy time, and wholesome, especially with the heartfelt text messages from the son.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making their struggles feel personal.”
“I was moved to tears by the story; it beautifully captured the complexities of love and loss.”
