The Day I Became a Bird
Join Frank, an awkward young boy, as he discovers newfound feelings for his classmate, Sylvia - who only has eyes for birds. Explore, collect, and solve puzzles as Frank attempts to catch her attention with a homespun, feathery transformation in this warm and nostalgic return to childhood.
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“When she speaks, Her voice sounds like birdsong…”
The Day I Became a Bird is a heartwarming and handcrafted narrative-adventure game. Telling the tender tale of a young boy, Frank, on his fledgling journey of fluttering feelings, innocent self-expression and honest ingenuity. A story of beaks, feathers, and heartfelt birdsong.
In this playable bedtime story, follow Frank through a slice of his life - biking to school, running around the park, completing puzzles, making memories, and discovering newfound feelings for his classmate, Sylvia.
Help Frank learn more about her, uncover her interests, and ultimately hatch a plan to catch her eye.
Come along for a warm and nostalgic return to childhood, this is one for the hopeful romantics. Let your hearts flutter, spread your wings, and soar.
