Legendary mobile game Flappy Bird makes a comeback with upgraded visuals and smoother gameplay

Flappy Bird became a viral sensation in 2014 with its deceptively simple yet challenging gameplay. Despite its massive, viral success, the developer pulled the game from app stores, citing concerns over its addictive nature. Over the years, Flappy Bird has remained a gaming legend. Countless clones were released in the following years, but one thing's for sure - nothing came close to the feeling of playing the actual game when it came out. Now, after years of absence, Flappy Bird is returning to both iOS and Android platforms.

The newly released trailer gives a glimpse of what’s to come, which frankly, isn't all too different from the original game. Flappy Bird retains its core mechanics—navigating the bird through a series of pipes by tapping to keep it airborne—but features smoother animations and sharper visuals. There are new birds and other creatures, new places to visit, and pretty animations. The gameplay apparently still demands precision, making it clear that the reboot will carry forward the same nail-biting tension as the original.

If you were a fan of the game when it first came out, this is your chance to relive those memories, possibly in high-definition. If you've never tried Flappy Bird, you'll get a chance to witness the game that made thousands rage-quit, and even more of them sad before it disappeared forever. Either way, it's a win-win situation. 

Watch the new Flappy Bird trailer here.