Fugl

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"Fugl" is a single-player, open-world game with stunning graphics and delightful music, but can be buggy. As a shape-shifting bird, you'll fly freely, discover hundreds of animals, and customize your physics in a serene, pressure-free environment. Explore diverse areas, morph into nearby creatures, and find mythical beings in this unique flying experience. Join the game's Discord server for updates and community: .

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 735 reviews

graphics60 positive mentions

stability40 negative mentions

A gorgeous game with beautiful voxel graphics that creates a relaxing and meditative experience.
The flight mechanics are smooth and intuitive, allowing players to easily explore various biomes and transform into different animals.
The game provides a unique sense of freedom and exploration without the pressure of objectives or goals.

The game suffers from frequent bugs and crashes, impacting the overall experience.
There is a lack of content and objectives, which can lead to repetitive gameplay after a short time.
Controls can be unintuitive, especially for players using a mouse and keyboard, making it difficult to navigate effectively.

graphics
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
48%
2%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and unique voxel art style, creating a calming and immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Many players appreciate the vibrant colors and detailed biomes, although some note that the gameplay lacks depth and objectives, making it feel more like a visual showcase than a fully developed game. Overall, the visuals are considered stunning and a significant draw for those seeking a relaxing, art-focused experience.
- “Runs beautifully on my PC, the graphics are gorgeous and so immersive.”
- “The voxel-y art style, calming music, and many different scenes made this game so visually wonderful and fun to explore.”
- “The graphics and biomes are beautiful and the controls are easy - once you get the hang of them.”
- “There isn't much of an actual game in there at this stage; it is more like a proof of concept or graphics demo.”
- “When GPUs became mainstream, this kind of voxel aesthetic has fallen out of favor.”
- “I could understand if you're someone for whom it might be a deal breaker.”
gameplay
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
80%
4%
The gameplay of Fugl is characterized by its beautiful graphics and relaxing flying mechanics, but it lacks depth and traditional gameplay elements, offering little more than exploration without clear objectives. While some players appreciate the serene experience and potential for future development, many express disappointment over the limited activities available, suggesting that it may be more suited for those who enjoy casual, meditative experiences rather than structured gameplay. Overall, the game is seen as a blend of art and atmosphere, with a strong emphasis on flight mechanics but minimal interactive content.
- “There are so many fun mechanics to combine and make moves with, like I have made a 'death roll' where I dive down and spin.”
- “Fugl is as described a meditative flying game, the voxel graphics build a strong sense of scale and the flying mechanics for each bird are well thought out and fun to play with.”
- “But the core gameplay of Fugl feels so good that I'll recommend it even in this early stage.”
- “Yes, graphically it's beautiful and the elements of movement are fantastic; however, there's literally nothing to do in the game but fly around, sit still, and view what is happening around you. This, to me, lacks all aspects of gameplay.”
- “It's a sad day for me to give this a negative review because I loved every aspect of this prior to purchase. I felt the art style and intentions were amazing; however, upon purchase and playing, this simply didn't match any expectation nor did it provide me with any interesting surprises that could've improved upon the basic elements of gameplay implemented in this.”
- “There's no timer, no health points, no gameplay basically, so why spend time implementing this feature?”
music
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
49%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with beautiful soundscapes that fit the game's chill vibes. However, many players note that the soundtrack is often too quiet and lacks variety, with some expressing a desire for more frequent music play during gameplay. Overall, while the music contributes significantly to the game's immersive environment, there are calls for improvements in its frequency and diversity.
- “It's relaxing, it's pretty, it's got a wonderful soundscape interspersed with bits of music.”
- “When you come soaring out of a cave and the music swells around you as the land falls away beneath you, it's absolute bliss.”
- “The music really immerses you in the biome you are currently soaring over.”
- “Some features related to audio were that your chirp isn't muffled while in the water and the soundtrack lacks in some areas.”
- “The soundtrack is a little too quiet for my style, but I guess you can call it atmospheric relaxing music; it does fit the game theme perfectly.”
- “In 1 hour of gameplay, I got only 30 seconds of music...”
stability
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
91%
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent rendering glitches, crashes, and minor bugs that detract from the overall experience. While some players find enjoyment despite these problems, many express frustration with the need for constant troubleshooting and the game's overall instability. Overall, it is viewed as an early access title that has potential but requires substantial improvements to its stability before it can be recommended.
- “Other than that, this game looks good and runs great.”
- “The devs are very responsive on the forums and it's not too buggy.”
- “When you get a nice bird that flies well and your controls are set up right, there's some good feelings for minutes.”
- “I have spent more time troubleshooting these issues than playing.”
- “While a very potentially relaxing and attractive experience, this software demonstrates too many frequent rendering glitches for me to recommend it in its current state.”
- “It feels unstable and buggy, despite its beauty.”
atmosphere
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
38%
8%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its breathtaking visuals and relaxing sound design, creating a captivating and immersive experience across various biomes. Players appreciate the charming graphics and the ability to discover intriguing moments within the environment, although some note that the soundtrack could benefit from more variety. Overall, the game is considered one of the most atmospheric on Steam, with a strong emphasis on exploration and tranquility.
- “The atmosphere in this game varies from the occasional creepy vibe to breathtaking.”
- “As you would expect, the atmosphere during gameplay is very relaxing, trippy even sometimes, partly depending on which biome you are playing in.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is amazing and the water looks great!”
- “More biomes, and better underwater atmospheres (coral, more diverse sealife, etc.).”
- “Overall I like the game, but that's especially because of the atmosphere; it looks amazing but it lacks a challenge.”
- “As other reviewers said, there are positive aspects to this game, mainly the charming graphics and the peaceful atmosphere.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
60%
27%
The game lacks a traditional story or objectives, focusing instead on a relaxing flight simulator experience through beautiful landscapes. Players can explore freely and transform into various creatures, but there are no challenges or goals, which may lead to boredom for those seeking a narrative-driven experience. Overall, it is best suited for those who enjoy a soothing, open-ended gameplay style without the need for a plot.
- “If you are looking for a game with a challenge, a plot, or a point, look elsewhere, but if you are in for a soothing, reflexive experience, give fugl a try.”
- “Well, as it is told, you are free, free to create any story you want in your head while flying.”
- “If you've ever found yourself spending more time in free-fly modes, or just zooming around in games with open levels and flying mechanics, than you ever really did playing the story; then you're going to enjoy spending time with fugl.”
- “An important thing to note is that this is not a game with a story; it is simply a simulator.”
- “There's no story or objectives, you literally just fly around an infinite wilderness.”
- “The game is just as fun as it will be in the beginning, there is no story, no things to do, it is just flying a bird around landscapes; of course, you will have seen everything in a very short time.”
optimization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
78%
17%
Overall, the game's optimization has seen significant improvement following a recent update, resolving many previous bugs and enhancing performance. While players note that further optimization is still needed, particularly for controller use, the game now feels more polished and engaging. Many reviewers express optimism for future updates to refine the experience even further.
- “Edit: My last review was very negative due to the insane amount of bugs, but with this new experimental branch update, almost all of my bugs and problems were fixed, and performance is significantly better than before. I thought this game was abandoned since the last update was April 5, 2020, but this newest update proves that was wrong. You can now see what level you are choosing, and the game feels more like a game and less like a tech demo that's held together with duct tape. Now I can confidently say this is a solid chill game that you should play if you are into these types of games. I hope the dev continues this amazing update; the new features are fantastic. 8.5/10.”
- “Optimization could be improved, but at this rate maybe that's just a matter of time.”
- “I am sure that the finished product will be even more polished and optimized.”
- “The game's obviously optimized for a controller, but didn't really make that clear in the description.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, noting that while there may be initial excitement, it often devolves into a repetitive chore focused on collecting meaningless rewards.
- “Even if there is an initial excitement, eventually the prospect of grinding for ultimately meaningless things is reduced to a chore.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to evoke a strong sense of tranquility and warmth, likening the experience to a peaceful day at the beach. The emotional impact is characterized by its wholesome atmosphere, encouraging relaxation and contemplation as players engage with the serene environment.
- “This game is just so chilled and nice and generally wholesome, it's like sitting on a beach; you can just sit and watch the scenery for hours.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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Reviewers consistently highlight the game's strong replayability, rating it 8/10, and attribute this to its engaging gameplay, impressive graphics, and the developers' commitment to enhancing the experience. Overall, players find the game enjoyable enough to return to multiple times.
- “Stress relief, graphics, originality, gameplay, replayability, the team's dedication to the game - all 10/10.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is straightforward, aligning with its description as a "meditative bird flying game." Players seeking competitive or challenging gameplay may find the lack of difficulty disappointing, as the primary challenge lies in avoiding collisions rather than engaging in competitive mechanics.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with moments of genuine fun interspersed throughout the experience.
- “At times funny.”
- “At times funny.”