The return of Flappy Bird, minus the crypto buzz
Flappy Bird is back, this time on Android's Epic Games Store, without any crypto connection!
Flappy Bird Revives Without Cryptocurrency Integration Following Controversial Telegram Comeback
Jump right in - Flappy Bird, the once-viral mobile game, has made a comeback on the Epic Games Store for Android devices. But unlike its crypto-infused Telegram reboot last year, this new version is ad-supported and relies on in-app purchases - so no Web3 elements here, folks!
The revamped game retains the classic mode with its challenging pipe-navigating gameplay and introduces a new quest mode in this "Web-2 only" release. So, gear up and start flapping!
"Say goodbye to Web3, because our Epic Games Store Flappy Bird app is all about in-game ads and sweet in-app purchases. No crypto rubbish, just good old-fashioned fun!" the developers declared in a statement about the game's launch.
Flappy Bird initially swept the mobile world by storm in 2014, drawing over 50 million downloads before creator Dong Nguyen removed it from the App Store. Nguyen expressed remorse for creating such an addictive game and didn't want to face the public scrutiny surrounding it.
Let's rewind - Fast-forward to last September, when the Flappy Bird Foundation, newly holding the trademark rights, brought the game back as a crypto-focused Telegram game. A representative for the Foundation initially claimed that Telegram's platform aligned perfectly with their vision for Web3 integration.
However, the game's release and accompanying mining campaign for an eventual FLAP token on The Open Network (TON) faced widespread criticism, even from Nguyen himself, who publicly distanced himself from the Telegram project.
Contrary to popular belief, the Telegram version did not assemble the massive player base that earlier games like Notcoin or Hamster Kombat attracted. In fact, the mining phase has now ended, with the promise of a future airdrop still lingering.
Blocks away - Despite the overarching connection between the Flappy Bird Foundation and the Web3-focused crypto firm led by its leader, Michael Roberts, the current Epic Games Store version keeps things crypto-free.
However, unofficial Web3 clones might pop up independently, as there are examples showcasing Web3 Flappy Bird games using the TON Blockchain for in-game currency and soulbound tokens as achievements. But beware, folks, these are separate projects and not related to the official release.
So, leave your crypto wallets at home, as the Epic Games Store version of Flappy Bird sticks to its traditional roots for now. The developers have hinted at plans for future "web and desktop versions", but they promise to remain non-blockchain-oriented.
In other words, for the time being, it's game on with their Web-2 only release, and forget about any Web3 shenanigans! Stay tuned, as further updates about any potential Web3 integrations will be shared via official channels.
Remember, if it ain't from the horse's mouth, it's a scam! Keep your eyes peeled for any outlandish blockchain schemes impersonating the official Flappy Bird release.
[1] https://www.flappybirdfoundation.org/[2] https://twitter.com/phongphams/status/1653222443341403137[3] https://twitter.com/flappy_bird/status/1652759200230299654[4] https://twitter.com/flappy_bird/status/1653885564080493570[5] https://blockchaingaming.gg/flappy-bird-blockchain-game-using-open-network-ton-blockchain/
- While Flappy Bird has returned without any crypto connection on Android's Epic Games Store, the Telegram version from last year did have a Web3 focus, integrated with the TON Blockchain for in-game currency and soulbound tokens.
- The developers of the Epic Games Store version made it clear that the app is all about in-game ads and in-app purchases, stating there would be no crypto rubbish involved.
- Despite the connection between the Flappy Bird Foundation and the Web3-focused crypto firm led by Michael Roberts, the current Epic Games Store version retains its traditional roots, remaining crypto-free.
- The mining phase for the FLAP token in the Telegram version has ended, and while a future airdrop is still promised, the player base for the Telegram version did not reach the levels seen in games like Notcoin or Hamster Kombat.
- As the Epic Games Store version of Flappy Bird sticks to its traditional roots for now, unofficial Web3 clones might pop up independently, utilizing the TON Blockchain for in-game currency and soulbound tokens as achievements.
- Some Web3 Flappy Bird games have already been created, but it is essential to note that these are separate projects and not related to the official release.
- Gamers are advised to keep their eyes peeled for any outlandish blockchain schemes impersonating the official Flappy Bird release, as the adage goes, "If it ain't from the horse's mouth, it's a scam!"
- The developers have hinted at plans for future "web and desktop versions", but they promise to remain non-blockchain-oriented, so crypto wallets can be left at home for now.
