As a seasoned crypto investor with memories of Flappy Bird’s meteoric rise and fall etched into my memory, I can’t help but feel a mix of intrigue and skepticism regarding the recent developments surrounding this iconic mobile game.
Dong Nguyen, the inventor behind the popular mobile game Flappy Bird, has denied any involvement in reports suggesting a new version of the game connected with cryptocurrency and web3 technology.
In 2013, Flappy Bird became an incredibly popular mobile game, captivating millions of users worldwide. With more than 90 million downloads, this simple yet engaging app generated approximately $50,000 daily from ad revenues at its height.
Previously, Gametech Holdings LLC, responsible for the foundation, challenged Nguyen’s claim over the Flappy Bird trademark last year, stating that Nguyen had stopped using it. According to a Forbes report from September 12th, this was the case. More recently, in January, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) supported Gametech’s position, canceling Nguyen’s ownership of the trademark.
Nguyen’s reaction followed the announcement by the foundation that they intended to bring back Flappy Bird, stating they obtained the necessary legal permissions and suggesting possible partnership with the game’s original inventor.
On September 15th, in a public post, Nguyen expressed disagreement towards The Flappy Bird Foundation, clarifying that he hasn’t transferred any rights to them and has no association with their ongoing work. Furthermore, he made it clear that he does not endorse cryptocurrencies.
Undisclosed ties to crypto
Based on a study conducted by cybersecurity expert Varun Biniwale, certain concealed webpages on The Flappy Bird Foundation’s site suggest potential intentions to incorporate cryptocurrency features within the game.
Even though those specific pages no longer exist, they had detailed information about aspects such as the “FLAP token,” a Web 3.0 version of the game running on the Solana blockchain, and an incentive model called “play and earn.” Additionally, there were mentions of staking systems, upcoming free airdrops, and an exclusive “flap-to-earn” event for Telegram users.
Additionally, Biniwale found a pre-existing leaderboard system in place, showcasing various crypto influencers and their scores. This suggests that the game might have been launched as a limited early access release. It’s said that some of these influencers are already keeping tabs on the game’s X page.
As an analyst, I find myself pondering over the intriguing resurgence of this game, which seems to be capitalizing on the sentimental pull of Flappy Bird to introduce crypto-centric offerings. Biniwale, in his analysis, has branded this project as questionable and hypothesized that it could be covertly aiming to generate revenue through cryptocurrency transactions and Web3 integration.
The game arises during a period when the cryptocurrency market is witnessing significant growth in blockchain gaming, particularly on Telegram and its linked blockchain, The Open Network (TON). This messaging platform has transformed into a productive environment for games like Hamster Kombat and NotCoin, which are popularly known as “tap-to-earn” games. These games have caused quite a sensation within the cryptocurrency community.
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2024-09-16 10:54