Flappy Bird is a minimalist arcade game built around precision, timing, and patience. Players control a small bird whose only ability is to flap upward with a tap, while gravity constantly pulls it back down. The goal is simple: guide the bird through an endless series of narrow pipe gaps without crashing.

Despite its straightforward controls, the game is famously challenging. Each tap must be carefully timed, as even a small mistake sends the bird tumbling into an obstacle. Progress is measured only by distance, pushing players to beat their personal best one attempt at a time.

With retro-inspired visuals and instantly recognizable sound effects, Flappy Bird turns a simple concept into an intense test of focus and reflexes. Its unforgiving difficulty and quick restarts make it easy to play, hard to master, and surprisingly addictive.