Flappy Bird to Soar Again in 2025 with New Features and Competitive Modes

September 12, 2024
Flappy Bird to Soar Again in 2025 with New Features and Competitive Modes
  • Flappy Bird, the viral mobile game that took the world by storm in early 2014, is set to make a comeback in 2025 across iOS, Android, and web browsers.

  • The Flappy Bird Foundation Group has successfully acquired the Flappy Bird trademark from Gametech Holdings, which obtained it from the game's original creator, Dong Nguyen.

  • Plans for the revival include introducing a new version of the game featuring additional characters, modes, and expanded gameplay.

  • Despite the game's immense popularity and revenue generation from in-game advertisements, Nguyen previously refused to sell or license the game's rights.

  • Gametech Holdings obtained the trademark after it expired when Nguyen took the game offline, raising questions about the legitimacy of their claim.

  • The original Flappy Bird game was removed from app stores in 2014 by Nguyen, who cited concerns over its addictive nature and the disruption it caused to his life.

  • The upcoming version will include exciting new features such as a 'rivals' mode for competitions with up to 99 players, a basketball-themed mode, and an 'EZ mode' for beginners.

  • While the revival has generated excitement, there are concerns about whether it can recapture the original's success in a vastly changed mobile gaming landscape.

  • The Flappy Bird Foundation's mission to revive the game has been described as a 'decade-long mission' to acquire legal rights and collaborate with past developers.

  • A one-minute trailer showcasing the new game has been released, although details about its features and exact release date remain limited.

  • The return of Flappy Bird is particularly notable as it comes amidst a long wait for other major game releases, highlighting its significance in video game history.

  • As anticipation builds, the Flappy Bird Foundation aims to engage both new and returning players with a fresh experience that honors the game's legacy.

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