Flappy Bird Returns: Epic Games Revives Classic on Android Storefront

1 May 2025 Mobile Gaming Update: One of the most iconic titles in mobile gaming history is officially making a comeback. Epic Games has brought back Flappy Bird, the ultra-addictive side-scroller that once defined the genre, to its Epic Games Store app on Android. After years of absence following its sudden removal in 2014, Flappy Bird is returning — this time with full publisher support and a modern Android rollout.

Flappy Bird Returns via Epic Games Store for Android

The free-to-play title, now available exclusively through the Epic Games Store app on Android, will be ad-supported, aligning with the original monetization model that helped it go viral a decade ago. The game is not launching on the Google Play Store, in line with Epic’s continued efforts to create an independent game distribution platform on Android.

According to Flppy Bird Publishing, this relaunch is not just a nostalgia play. The game will continue to receive active development, bug fixes, and new content over time, aiming to stay relevant in a crowded market of hyper-casual mobile titles.

No Web3, No NFTs — Just Classic Gameplay

In a clear shift from failed blockchain ambitions, the developers confirmed that this new version of Flappy Bird will not include any Web3 or crypto elements. This addresses concerns that the game might follow recent trends by adopting NFTs or token-based microtransactions. Instead, the focus is back on what made Flappy Bird legendary — simple, frustratingly fun gameplay.

While the game remains free, it will include in-game advertisements and possible in-app purchases. There’s speculation about cosmetic upgrades or score boosts, but no confirmed details yet. The publishers hinted that a virtual currency system (jokingly dubbed “f-bucks” by fans online) might be introduced, echoing industry-wide practices.

Flappy Bird’s Legacy and Relevance in 2025

First released in 2013, Flappy Bird gained viral success for its pixel-art visuals and brutally difficult mechanics. It became so addictive that its developer, Dong Nguyen, voluntarily took it down in 2014, citing concerns over its impact on players. Its removal turned the game into a legend, with devices that had it installed being sold for inflated prices.

In 2025, Flappy Bird’s return reflects a renewed interest in classic mobile titles. Epic Games appears to be curating a retro-mobile revival movement, attracting users who long for the simpler days of gaming on smartphones.