Flappy Bird
How to Play Flappy Bird
Flappy Bird is one of the most iconic and challenging mobile games ever made. The concept is simple: guide a tiny bird through endless green pipes without crashing into them. But while the controls are easy, mastering the timing and rhythm takes serious focus and patience. One small mistake — and it’s game over!
Getting Started
When you start the game, your bird hovers in midair, waiting for your command. The world scrolls horizontally, and pipes appear in pairs with narrow gaps to fly through. Your goal is to tap at the right moments to keep your bird in the air and pass through as many pipes as possible. Each pipe you clear earns one point, and the challenge never ends.
Controls
Tap the screen (or press the spacebar on PC versions) to make the bird flap its wings and rise slightly. The bird automatically falls due to gravity when you’re not tapping. The entire gameplay revolves around this simple balance — too many taps, and you hit the top; too few, and you crash into the ground or a pipe.
How to Play
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Start by tapping gently to find your rhythm.
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Watch the gaps between pipes and plan your taps in advance.
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Keep your focus — one mistimed tap can end your run.
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Avoid over-tapping when near the top of the screen.
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Try to maintain a steady pace rather than reacting too late.
Tips and Strategy
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Concentrate on the next gap, not your score.
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Small, controlled taps work better than rapid, panicked ones.
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Turn off distractions like sound or notifications to stay focused.
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The best players find a rhythm — tap in a calm, even tempo.
Common Mistakes
Many new players tap too fast or too slow, losing control quickly. Overcorrecting after near misses is another common issue. Stay calm, focus on rhythm, and let muscle memory take over. In Flappy Bird, patience and precision are the true keys to a high score.