A Bird Story

Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2014

2014

Quick resume

An experimental short from the creator of To the Moon & Finding Paradise: A simple & surreal 1-hour interactive animation about a boy and an injured bird, told without dialogues.If you're looking for To the Moon-like experience, I'd suggest playing Finding Paradise first.

Global score

85/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Role-playing (RPG)

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Pros

Emotional and touching story
Beautiful music and atmosphere
Innovative wordless storytelling
Short and accessible experience
Artistic visual presentation

Cons

Minimal and simple gameplay
Very short playtime
Lack of dialogue may not appeal to all
Limited replay value
No multiplayer or social features

Analysis

A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Strategy, Survival, Violence, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Idle.

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Motivations

Autonomy

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4

"Players have control over their own character's actions and decisions, including dialogue choices and puzzle-solving approaches, fostering a sense of personal agency."

Parallel Experiment
"Players have limited control but can direct the boy's movement and simple actions, emphasizing personal agency within a linear narrative."
Competence

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-3

"Gameplay involves simple walking and minimal interaction with no skill challenges or technical difficulty."

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"Gameplay is minimal and simple, with no challenges or skill tests; mostly a walking simulator with basic interactions."
Competition

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-5

"No competitive elements or comparison to others; focus is on personal experience."

THE LONGING
"No competitive elements or comparison to others; focus is entirely on personal experience."
Continuation

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-2

"Short game length (~1-2 hours) and limited replay value; players complete it in one or two sittings without habitual long sessions."

198X
"Short playtime (~1-2 hours) and linear story limit habitual or long sessions; players tend to complete in one sitting."
Cooperation

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-5

"Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

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"Single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."
Creativity

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3

"Creative storytelling with symbolic elements and unique narrative style, though no player creation or modification."

Lynne
"Creative storytelling through visual narrative and music without dialogue; imaginative dreamlike sequences."
Domination

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-5

"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; experience is personal and empathetic."

The Town of Light
"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; experience is personal and empathetic."
Escapism

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4

"Provides immersive narrative and atmosphere allowing players to escape into a mysterious, emotional story world."

Along the Edge
"Provides emotional escape through touching story and immersive atmosphere, allowing players to revisit childhood feelings."
Expectation

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-4

"Players engage voluntarily out of interest in artistic expression and unique storytelling, not obligation."

Dujanah
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest in emotional storytelling and artistic expression, not obligation."
Experimenting

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3

"The game encourages exploration of unconventional storytelling mechanics and meta elements, inviting players to experience new narrative forms."

It Takes a War
"Experimental narrative style using no dialogue and blending reality with fantasy in visual storytelling."
Exploration

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"Some exploration of environments and revisiting locations, though somewhat linear and repetitive."

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"Some exploration of environments and imaginative spaces, but mostly linear and guided."
Expression

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-4

"No character customization or player expression; presentation is fixed and standardized."

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"No character customization or player expression; presentation is fixed and artistically directed."
Fantasy

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3

"Surreal and imaginative elements blend with realistic life events, creating a dreamlike narrative."

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"Story blends realistic childhood loneliness with imaginative, surreal dream sequences."
Fellowship

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-4

"Focus on solitary experience with minimal social connection or community involvement."

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"Focus on solitary experience of the boy; minimal social interaction or community feeling."
Growth

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2

"Story depicts personal development and emotional growth of characters, though gameplay offers no learning."

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Idle

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-4

"Requires focused attention to follow story; not suited for casual or background play."

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"Requires focused attention to follow the story; not designed for background or casual intermittent play."
Intimacy

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4

"Strong emotional intimacy through narrative and relatable relationship experiences."

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"Strong emotional connection and intimacy through the story of friendship and loneliness."
Leadership

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-5

"No leadership or group management roles; purely narrative experience."

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Progression

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"Narrative progression through story chapters rather than item or power accumulation."

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"Narrative progression through story events rather than item or power accumulation."
Relaxation

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4

"Calm music and gentle pacing create a relaxing and soothing experience."

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Sensation

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"Visuals and music provide emotional and sensory stimulation, though not intense or thrilling."

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Status

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-5

"No social status or recognition mechanics; experience is private and personal."

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Story

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"Strong narrative immersion told through gameplay, visuals, and music without dialogue."

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Strategy

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"No strategic or problem-solving gameplay; story is linear and predetermined."

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Thrill

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"Low suspense or risk; steady emotional tone."

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Value

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"Players perceive good value for a short, polished, and emotionally impactful experience, especially at sale price."

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"Good perceived value for a short, emotionally impactful experience at a low price."
Violence

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"No violence; focus on constructive and caring actions."

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Survival

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