In the annals of mobile gaming, few releases are as popular or as controversial as Flappy Bird. An instant sensation when it was first released back in 2013, it was hailed as one of the most addictive games of all time. So it's little surprise that its highly anticipated return to mobile devices via the Epic Games Store is generating such excitement.
Flappy Bird for Android offers a host of new content to distinguish it from the original release. Of course, players can still try to beat their high scores in the original, endless Classic Mode, but they can also explore new worlds and levels in Quest mode, with regular updates and new additions promised.
This new release is also set to steer clear of any Web3 elements that previously proved controversial in another contentious rerelease. Instead, it will be monetized exclusively through ads and in-app purchases for helmets, which grant extra lives.
**Flapping** Nowadays, more than a decade after its initial release, Flappy Bird can almost seem quaint in comparison to today's mobile hits. It's hard to fathom how this game once sparked rumors of murder over broken high scores.
At the same time, many players have a nostalgic appreciation for the simplicity and straightforward nature of Flappy Bird. With that in mind, its inclusion could be seen as a major coup for the Epic Games Store on mobile devices. While the allure of free games weekly may not sway all new players, Flappy Bird has the potential to truly put Epic Games on the map for a mobile audience.
While Flappy Bird is certainly a great release, there's plenty more out there that deserve the spotlight. Take a look at our regular feature, Off the AppStore, if you want to give some love to top releases not available on regular storefronts.
