Flappy Bird, the viral mobile game that was originally launched in 2013 and later became a worldwide sensation, is making a grand comeback. After a decade of imitators and clones, the original game will return under the Flappy Bird Foundation, a group of devoted fans who acquired the rights to the beloved title. Flappy Bird will officially relaunch on iOS and Android as a mobile app in 2025. However, fans won’t have to wait that long to dive back into the infamous, wing-flapping action. The team is planning to release the game on desktop and mobile web platforms this fall.
The Flappy Bird Foundation is not just bringing back the game in its classic form — there’s much more in store. A teaser trailer offered a glimpse into some exciting updates. While the core mechanics and challenging gameplay will remain intact, players can look forward to new features, including additional game modes and fresh characters. These enhancements aim to keep the original charm of the game alive while giving players new reasons to flap through those iconic pipes.
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For those unfamiliar, Flappy Bird’s simplistic gameplay was what made it a hit. Players controlled a small bird, tapping the screen to navigate through tight gaps between green pipes, reminiscent of the Mario series. Its combination of difficulty and addictive gameplay hooked millions.
Originally launched in May 2013, Flappy Bird skyrocketed to fame in early 2014. The game’s developer, Dong Nguyen, revealed it was earning $50,000 per day from ads, reports Engadget. However, overwhelmed by its sudden success, Nguyen pulled the game from app stores in February 2014, citing concerns over its addictive nature.
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“Flappy Bird was designed to play in a few minutes when you are relaxed,” Dong Nguyen told Forbes in 2014. “But it happened to become an addictive product. I think it has become a problem. To solve that problem, it’s best to take down Flappy Bird. It’s gone forever.”
Despite claims it was gone for good, fans can now look forward to Flappy Bird’s official return, marking the end of its long hiatus.