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Whirlibird

$2.99
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Developer:
J Griffin
Publisher:
farfromsleep
Platforms:
Windows
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About This Game

Tear through the skies over clear blue seas in a breezy short-form arcade action game inspired by an old fave of mine.

Rescue the peeps! Collect the crates! We don't know why or what's even in them but hey, they're beeping so they must be good, right? But be sure to check your 6, as ufos, deadly storms and the Reckless Endangerment Display Squad are all out to ruin your day. Well they've got nothing against you personally tbh, but they're kind of careless, reckless or An Actual Force Of Nature so y'know. Videogames!

  • Potentially infuriating control system whether you're using keys or a gamepad!
  • Seriously it's like flying a little RC heli or something
  • Chipper synth-poppy soundtrack
  • Cutesy pixel art nonsense
  • 'Chill' mode for when you just want to bop around in a little chopper

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User Reviews

Overwhelmingly Positive
6 user reviews
100%
Positive
40 min at review
Recommended

charming and faithful remake of the classic helicopter save-em-up cyclone, with some well-designed quality of life improvements. collect the mystery crates and winch the stranded civilians to safety, while avoiding the deadly storm and other airborne hazards!

3 helpful
2 hrs at review
Recommended

The external, remote control perspective of this game brings to mind the old electro-mechanical arcade games of the '60s and early '70s like Midway's 'Whirlybird' or 'Chopper', only this game has vastly more depth and sophistication. Once paired with a suitable gamepad (precise re-mapping of control inputs is currently restricted to the keyboard), the game really comes alive - bearing in mind that, like a real helicopter, the smooth co-ordination of the different controls is key to effective results. A refreshingly enjoyable non-shoot-em-up arcade game and a bargain at the price. A big thumbs up.

2 helpful
7 min at review
Recommended

Honestly a ton of fun! I really enjoy the graphics and the music. It makes feel a little nostalgic. It's best with a controller in my opinion. Easy to learn and fun to play! Check out my game play of this awesome game! https://youtu.be/ozzOCxJRBQc

2 helpful
15 min at review
Recommended

super fun and full of originality.

54 min at review
Recommended

Honestly, pretty nice. It's simple enough to be understood by anyone and it's great for casual play. The chopper is fun to fly and there's enough variation between the worlds to keep it interesting, but not too much that the game can't be perfectly mastered if you sit down and just do it. It's a good balance. Cool little game, cool project, good job.

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7
  • Processor: Intel or AMD Dual Core CPU
  • Memory: 1024 MB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics or AMD (formerly ATI) Radeon HD Graphics (Discrete): Nvidia GeForce 9600 GT or AMD Radeon HD 2400
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 20 MB available space

FAQ

How much does Whirlibird cost?

Whirlibird costs $2.99.

What are the system requirements for Whirlibird?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Processor: Intel or AMD Dual Core CPU Memory: 1024 MB RAM Graphics: Intel HD Graphics or AMD (formerly ATI) Radeon HD Graphics (Discrete): Nvidia GeForce 9600 GT or AMD Radeon HD 2400 DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 20 MB available space

What platforms is Whirlibird available on?

Whirlibird is available on Windows PC.

Is Whirlibird worth buying?

Whirlibird has 100% positive reviews from 6 players.

When was Whirlibird released?

Whirlibird was released on Jul 31, 2020.

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