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One of the most notoriousMobilegames of 2014 is officially back in action asFlappy Birdrises from the dead with a massive new game that brings more content to the rage-inducing platformer. In the early days of 2014, it was almost impossible to get away from the sheer frustration ofFlappy Birdas the challenging mobile game spread like wildfire thanks to going viral on social media. While titles likeAssassin’s Creed: Unitymay have sparked controversyandFive Nights at Freddy’sspawned a massive fan base,Flappy Birdwas arguablythe most impactful game of 2014.
UPDATE: 2025-06-04 14:54 EST BY KYLE GRATTON
Original Flappy Bird Developer Denies Selling IP
The creator ofFlappy Bird,Dong Nguyen, has clarified via X (formerly Twitter), that they are not involved in the re-release ofFlappy Birdin any way. Further, Nguyen clarifies that they did not, in fact, sell the IP, as it was seemingly acquired through a claim of it being inactive.Screen Rant’s original reporting, which incorrectly states Nguyen sold the IP, continues below.
Per X (formerly Twitter),The Flappy Bird Foundation Group,a team of diehard fans, has managed to successfully purchase the trademark from original creator Dong Nguyen, who delisted the game just months after its release in 2014.
The new version ofFlappy Birdis slated to launch as a web browser game before the end of Octoberwhile the mobile port is planned to arrive in 2025. The revamped game will feature the same tricky platforming as well as a handful of additional features to bring it more in line with recent mobile games.
What’s New In Flappy Bird?
He’s Got A Few Friends Now
The Flappy Bird Foundation Group has yet to detail the various upgrades and improvements that will be included in the newFlappy Birdbut the game’s trailer does give away some snippets. Based on the footage,a series of new characters can be unlocked by progressing through the game; whether these alternate appearances have any mechanical benefit or function as cosmetic skins is unknown. A variety of new locations that swap out the standard green pipes for new aesthetics will also be available through a world map.
Flappy Birdmay not have been the most mechanically complex game but it proved just challenging enough to take the mainstream market by storm. While the core formula looks largely unchanged, it’s clear that some aspects are being expanded upon. In one shot, it appears as thoughFlappy Birdwill now feature a loot-box-style egg that can be opened for prizes.
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Whether or not themobilemarket is willing to return toFlappy Birdremains to be seen. In the last decade, handheld devices have become significantly more powerful, able to playAAA titles likeResident Evil: Village. Yet while major publishers go out of their way to bring prestige gaming to phones, one has to imaginethe quick pick-up-and-play nature ofFlappy Birdcould still resonate with audiences.
