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Angry Birds Joins World Video Game Hall of Fame

Angry Birds has been officially inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame at The Strong National Museum of Play. The game, created by Rovio Entertainment, has amassed over 5 billion downloads since its 2009 launch. The franchise has expanded into films, merchandise, and live experiences. The third installment of the film series is scheduled for release this December.

Key Points: Angry Birds Inducted into World Video Game Hall of Fame

  • Inducted into World Video Game Hall of Fame at Strong Museum
  • Over 5 billion downloads since 2009 launch
  • Defined touch-based mobile gaming era
  • Franchise includes films, merchandise, and live experiences
  • Third movie scheduled for December release
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'Angry Birds' inducted into World Video Game Hall of Fame

Angry Birds, the iconic mobile game with 5B+ downloads, joins World Video Game Hall of Fame. Franchise expands with films, parks & merchandise.

"What started as a game with incredibly simple mechanics and instantly recognizable designs has conquered transmedia categories far beyond its origins - Ben Mattes"

Los Angeles, May 7

'Angry Birds' has officially been inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame at The Strong National Museum of Play.

Originally created by Rovio Entertainment Ltd., the uber popular video game has defined the new era of mobile gaming; since its launch in 2009, the game has amassed more than 5 billion downloads worldwide. "Angry Birds" introduced tens of millions of people to touch-based mobile gaming during a time on the precipice of global smartphone takeover, as per Variety.

Today, the Angry Birds franchise extends far beyond mobile gaming, evolving into a global entertainment brand with live experiences, merchandise, and a successful film series. The Angry Birds Movie debuted in theaters in 2016, followed by The Angry Birds Movie 2 in 2019.

The next installment, The Angry Birds Movie 3, is scheduled to hit theaters this December.

"What started as a game with incredibly simple mechanics and instantly recognizable designs has conquered transmedia categories far beyond its origins," "Angry Birds" creative officer Ben Mattes said in a statement.

"We've got our live games, but 'Angry Birds' can also be enjoyed as licensed products, animations, feature films and activity parks. While the brand is very versatile and the different forms it takes allow our fans to experience their world in new ways, at the end of the day, it's still all about iconic birds, their crafty antagonists, and the conflict between them that results in entertaining and spectacular consequences, all doused with humor," Mattes added.

- ANI

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Priya S
Finally some good news! With all the doom and gloom in the world, it's heartwarming to see a simple yet brilliant game get its due. The physics engine was so satisfying—nothing like launching those birds at pig fortresses. My nephew still plays it on his iPad!
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James A
Impressive milestone. 5 billion downloads is mind-boggling. But honestly, Angry Birds was a trailblazer in mobile gaming—it proved that simple mechanics could create massive global appeal. The movies were surprisingly fun too.
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Ravi K
I remember when Angry Birds was the talk of the town in India during those early smartphone days. Everyone from school kids to office babus was hooked. It's amazing how Rovio turned a simple concept into a whole entertainment universe. Kudos to them, but I hope they keep the games simple and fun—not like some other franchises that got too complicated.
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Arjun K
Angry Birds inducted into the Hall of Fame? Interesting. It definitely changed mobile gaming, but I'm curious about what other games were considered. Personally, I think there were more innovative mobile games, but Angry Birds' cultural impact is undeniable. The movies were decent too—my kids loved them 🐦
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Michael C
This is well-deserved. Angry Birds was my first real mobile gaming obsession—I spent hours perfecting those slingshot shots. It's incredible that it's still going strong with movies and theme parks. The third movie this December? I'm in! 🥚🎯

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