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148 in-depth: Where did it all go wrong for mobile gaming's first family, the Angry Birds?

Posted by Harry Slater on March 7th, 2018

Angry Birds where did it all go wrong?

There was a time when the Angry Birds were the face of mobile gaming. Nowadays though, that just isn't the case. You need to scroll a decent way down the top grossing charts to spot an AB title. It's Angry Birds 2. It's in 39th, just underneath Cashman Casino Vegas Slots.

Since the first Angry Birds game came out at the end of 2009, we've seen 19 other titles released either bearing the Angry Birds name or set in the Angry Birds universe. Angry Birds 2 itself is already a couple of years old.

There have been cartoons, there have been crossovers, there was even a Hollywood movie. But now the likes of Candy Crush and Clash of Clans are far more likely to be mentioned in the same breath as the App Store than Rovio's creation. Which begs the question - where did it go wrong?

Angry Birds Evolution beginner's guide

Posted by Jessica Famularo on June 22nd, 2017

Angry Birds changes things up a fair bit in its latest iteration, Angry Birds Evolution. The familiar sling-shot physics mechanics are still there, but the game now features team-based gameplay, RPG elements, and a new top-down view.

With all of the new changes, you'll really have to step up your game. Don't worry -- we're here for you. Here are a few beginner's tips to help you along.

Battle Bay beginner's guide: How to stay ahead of the competition

Posted by Jessica Famularo on May 11th, 2017

Battle Bay is Rovio’s latest game, trading mean-spirited birds for tiny warships. It’s as good it as it gets when it comes to competitive mobile games.

While it’s great fun heading out to the high seas to challenge the competition, there’s a lot of strategy and planning involved, too. Here are a few tips to help you get ahead.

Battle Bay review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Campbell Bird on May 4th, 2017
Our rating: starstarstarstarhalfstar :: WORLD OF BOATS
Forget the birds, this boat battler is the only Rovio game you need.
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Angry Birds Blast review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Campbell Bird on December 21st, 2016
Our rating: starstarstarblankstarblankstar :: BLAST THOSE BIRDS
This matching puzzle game stars the Angry Birds and features puzzle design that may make you furious yourself.
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How to deal with wind in Angry Birds Action!

Posted by Campbell Bird on May 3rd, 2016

Angry Birds Action! is a physics-based puzzler in which you're tasked with dragging and launching birds around an obstacle-littered field to achieve a set objective.

It's simple enough at first, but when wind gets introduced things can get pretty tricky. Here are some tips to deal with wind-based obstacles.

How to get three stars in every level of Angry Birds Action!

Posted by Campbell Bird on May 3rd, 2016

Angry Birds Action! is, essentially, a pinball-style take on the pull-and-fling action of the original games. When you first boot it up, you'll likely be wondering exactly what it is you have to do to get a good score.

Well, never fear as 148Apps is here to walk you through it, and provide a few tips and tricks to help you get three stars in every level.

Nibblers Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Jennifer Allen on September 15th, 2015
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: TRICKY MATCHES
Nibblers is an appealing match-3 puzzle game that's more challenging than most.
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Plunder Pirates has Gotten a Legendary New Update

Posted by Rob Rich on August 20th, 2015
+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: JOLLY ADVENTURING :: Read Review »

A bunch of legendary pirates - bucaneers, corsairs, marauders, swashbucklers, privateers, skallywags, call them what you will - have made their way to Plunder Pirates in a new update. Along with lots of other stuff, of course.

Angry Birds 2 Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Jennifer Allen on August 3rd, 2015
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: FRUSTRATINGLY GOOD
Angry Birds 2 is a great sequel, when you're able to play it.
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Yep, it's True - Angry Birds 2 is Officially Out on the App Store

Posted by Rob Rich on July 30th, 2015
+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: FRUSTRATINGLY GOOD :: Read Review »

The not exactly rumors were true and the birds are back. Angry Birds 2 has come to the App Store and the world will... well I suppose it'll still be the same, but now we have more bird-flinging options!

Surprise! Angry Birds 2 has Been Confirmed for Later This Month

Posted by Rob Rich on July 16th, 2015

With all the forewarning of a bird crashing through a cement wall, Rovio has announced that Angry Birds 2 is officially coming. Not only that, but it's due out at the end of this month.

Angry Birds Are Invading Other Genres Again. This Time it's Match-3 With Angry Birds Fight!

Posted by Rob Rich on June 12th, 2015
+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad

Oh Angry Birds. You're quite possibly the most tenacious flock of oddly-shaped avians the world has ever known. The series has been branching out into things that don't involve hurtling tiny feathered animals into pigs wuite a bit lately, and now Angry Birds Fight! has hit (punf absolutely intended) the match-3 genre.

Angry Birds Fight! looks to be inspired by combat-centric puzzlers akin to Puzzle & Dragons and the quite recent You Must Build a Boat. In other words, rather than matching stuff to earn a high score, you're matching stuff in order to charge up attacks and pluck the tail feathers of your opponents. Fights earn experience, new items, and coins that can be used to buy new items - all in the name of unlocking more birds and customizing your own personal flock. Whether it's in solo challenges or against other players in real time multiplayer, you'll be able to dive in and start puzzle-brawling.

If this somewhat odd departure for the series sounds like your cup of tea, you can download Angry Birds Fight! right now for free.

Rovio Explodes With Exciting News About Angry Birds Fight!

Posted by Jessica Fisher on April 14th, 2015

The angriest of avians have gone to wreck havoc in Japan.Angry Birds Fight!is a cultural mash-up pf a match-3 that's due out this spring. You'll be solving puzzles and challenging other players from around the world.

Rovio hasn't given a specific date for release, but you can expect to be saying Ohaiyo toAngry Birds Fight! soon. In the meantime, they've released two videos for the game on youtube - including a music video fromTempura Kidz.

Sky Punks Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Jennifer Allen on April 14th, 2015
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: FAMILIARLY GREAT
It's a familiar idea, but Sky Punks is still a surprisingly enjoyable endless runner.
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