Mon Sep 16 15:45:00 UTC 2024: ## Flappy Bird Returns with Crypto Twist, Original Creator Denies Involvement
The iconic mobile game Flappy Bird has made a surprise comeback, but the return is shrouded in controversy. While the Flappy Bird Foundation announced the relaunch, touting a new version with additional characters, modes, and multiplayer, the original creator, Dong Nguyen, has vehemently denied any involvement.
The new version, initially exclusive to Telegram, will feature Web 3.0 elements and ties to the Notcoin blockchain. However, players will not be required to use a crypto wallet.
This news comes after investigations revealed that the Flappy Bird trademark was seemingly abandoned, allowing a company called Gametech to claim ownership. Gametech then sold the IP to the Flappy Bird Foundation, a group that appears to be heavily invested in cryptocurrency.
Nguyen, who previously removed the original Flappy Bird from app stores due to concerns about player obsession, has stated that he did not sell the game and does not support crypto.
This new version of Flappy Bird has raised eyebrows within the gaming community, particularly given its ties to cryptocurrency and the original creator’s lack of involvement. The Flappy Bird Foundation has yet to comment on the controversy surrounding the game’s return.
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