If you’re a fan of quirky collectibles, retro games, or hands-on engineering, there’s something delightfully charming about bringing digital icons into the real world. That’s exactly what happened when a creative maker decided to pay homage to the infamously addictive Flappy Bird by building a mechanical, fully playable version. Flappy Bird took the mobile gaming world by storm in the early 2010s, captivating players with its deceptively simple gameplay and pixelated charm. When the game disappeared from app stores, it became even more of a legend as we remembered it with as part nostalgia, part challenge, and, for some, a collector’s holy grail.

Since a lot of things that were hugely popular back “in the day” are now considered cool and retro, it’s not a surprise that some people would try to bring it back in some form or another. Some would probably just be content with re-creating the app and bringing it back to the digital world but there are some creative people out there that would rather bring it up to another level. If you look at Engineezy’s YouTube channel, you’ll see a lot of truly creative and detailed builds so it’s no wonder he came up with something like this.

Designer: Engineezy

So what if you could play Flappy Bird without a screen? That’s where the mechanical version swoops in. This project reimagines Flappy Bird as a physical arcade game, ensuring that the fun and eventual frustration never have to vanish into digital obscurity. This isn’t just a static display or a cute homage. The mechanical Flappy Bird game is completely playable. Instead of tapping a screen, you mash a real button to keep your bird aloft. The “pipes” you need to dodge are 3D-printed and mounted on a rotating conveyor system, which randomly adjusts their height, just like in the original game. The moving obstacles and the bird’s flapping action are all brought to life with motors and clever mechanical design, capturing the spirit of early electromechanical arcade games.

For collectors and makers, the use of 3D printing, custom electronics, and physical craftsmanship gives this project a unique, tactile appeal. It’s not just memorabilia but is more interactive art. Imagine having this on your shelf, ready to challenge friends or just to marvel at the ingenuity. Flappy Bird’s legacy is part of gaming folklore, and owning a piece of it, especially in such a novel form, connects us to that history. Whether you’re hosting a game night or showing off your collection, a mechanical Flappy Bird is sure to get guests talking. If you’re always hunting for something different to add to your collection, or if you love the blend of art, technology, and nostalgia, this project offers all three in one charming package.

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At one point in most people’s lives, they have probably played with or interacted with a Nintendo gaming device. Now what device that is is of course depends on the generation but with more than a hundred years of experience in creating games, there are a lot of things to choose from. And if you’re a die-hard fan of their various games and consoles, then you’ll want to book a ticket to what will surely be the hottest thing in town in a couple of months.

Designer: Nintendo

Yes, we are finally getting a Nintendo Museum opening this October and built on the very space where they started creating hanafuda playing cards in 1889. Because this company has gone through many evolutions since then, you can expect a fun and interactive history lesson spanning a century of family entertainment. There will be various exhibits as well as a cafe and of course, an extensive merchandise shop that will celebrate all kinds of games and technology. There will also be arts and crafts and workshops section where you can do things like create your own hanafuda cards.

The first floor of the Exhibition Building 1 has eight interactive play experiences. Each visitor will get a card that contains ten digital coins to be able to try out the exhibits. They did not specify it but you will probably be able to top up the card if you want to try out everything. The Shigureden SP lets you explore Hyakunin Isshu poems using your smart device and viewing it on the giant screen. The Ultra Machine SP rooms lets you hit balls pitched by a machine and hit items in the room that will react. The Zapper & Scope SP gives you a shooting experience in the world of Mario while the Ultra Hand SP lets you grab balls rolling down lanes and dropping them in pipes. You can also play Nintendo games in areas like the Game & Watch SP, Nintendo Classics, and Big Controller with giant game consoles. There’s even a Love Tester SP where you can see if you and your loved one are compatible.

On the 2nd floor is the museum part where there are exhibits of everything that Nintendo has created throughout the years. This includes the era before they created gaming devices and it includes copying machines, baby strollers, and of course the hanafuda cards and various board games. But of course the highlight would be all the gaming consoles and games that have made them arguably the most popular entertainment company in the world. The Nintendo Museum opens in October but you can already buy your tickets, although if you’re familiar with Japan ticketing, you know that it’s via a randomly selected drawing.

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