# Bird Alone — Become best friends > Virtual pet companion for emotional growth and creative expression. (iPhone/iPad app by George Batchelor.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-alone/id1435827876 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [George Batchelor](https://appshunter.io/developer/1057329501) - Category: Games, Lifestyle, Casual, Simulation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.80/5 from 10,766 App Store ratings · 1,352 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 409 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2020-07-08 - Data updated: 2026-08-29 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-alone/id1435827876/reviews.md ## What is Bird Alone? ◆ Apple Design Award Winner 2021 ◆ Become best friends with the loneliest bird in the world. A journey of growth and loss with a best friend. Talk about life, make music, draw pictures and write poetry. Start each day answering your new friend's questions about life, death and the meaning of existence. Guide the bird through daily life as it confronts the same worries as the rest of us. ◆ What's your favourite colour? ◆ Where are all my friends? ◆ Do you ever think about death? What will your best friend ask you today? ◆ Draw a picture for the Art Gallery ◆ Write a poem together for the Book of Poetry ◆ Unlock today's plant for the Musical Garden ◆ Rub its belly Watch each day turn to night Ponder the changing seasons Face the heaviness of growing old with a best friend. Maybe this bird won't be so lonely after all. * Minimum required device: iPhone 6S or similar * Content warning: Bird Alone contains themes and discussion of death. User discretion is advised for those sensitive to this topic. ## Key features - Daily conversations and questions - Creative expression (drawing, poetry, music) - Nurture a virtual bird companion - Explore themes of life and existence - Unlock new content daily - Experience changing seasons and time ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Bird Alone full version | $2.99 | one-time | | Cup of Coffee | $2.99 | one-time | | New Socks | $8.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Bird Alone? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 💕 Heartwarming and meaningful experience - 🎨 Beautiful art and design - 🎶 Relaxing and soothing audio - 🐦 Adorable and charming bird companion - 🤗 Provides comfort and emotional support **Cons** - 💔 Sad and emotional ending when the bird dies - 💰 Paid app with a short experience - 🕰️ Limited daily interactions with the bird - 🤯 Overwhelming grief for some users **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes on older devices - Issues with loading and navigation **Most requested features** - Option to keep the bird alive permanently - More customization options for the bird - Expanded daily activities and interactions - Ability to restart or continue after the bird's passing ## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,352) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-alone/id1435827876/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Soo heart warming *2026-08-23, version 4.4* Okay,this app is excellent and it helps me cope with the stress of days with just hearing this little bird,you’ve made an amazing game!! ### 5/5 — Good *2026-08-21, version 4.4* I love this bird but I can’t afford the upgrade I really like to talk to this bird and I love its sense of humour I don’t know how to make the game better because it’s GREAT ### 5/5 — made me cry *2026-08-20, version 4.4* . ### 5/5 — READ THIS *2026-08-20, version 4.4* !only five stars so people see it! This game seems super wholesome, but it is NOT. (Tw: death) this game builds up a strong attachment to the bird only for it to die at the end. Deleted it IMMEDIATELY after finding out, and I would not recommend this game, especially if you’re in a rough place, it’s not what you’re looking for. ### 5/5 — I really love the bird *2026-08-19, version 4.4* Can you add a button to tell the bird see you later? It feels too abrupt when I exit the app without any way to say bye. ### 5/5 — super cute bird😭🤩 *2026-08-19, version 4.4* love my bird！ ### 5/5 — This is... *2026-08-13, version 4.4* AMAZING this helped me alot ### 5/5 — I’m not crying… *2026-08-13, version 4.4* This goofy digital bird lifted the crusty remains of my jaded spirit in ways I was not prepared for. The makers of this game truly understand the healing powers of innocence, joy, and creativity. ### 4/5 — not entirely wholesome *2026-08-10, version 4.4* this app is really nice, but i originally downloaded it to help cope with the loss of my pet. this is NOT the app for that. dont go into this app thinking it isn't depressing . ### 4/5 — Read this before you download *2026-08-09, version 4.4* This game is only free for three days, but the payment is cheap and very worth it. You can treat this app like a journal, you can draw and write and answer deep questions from your friend. You can also choose what the bird calls you and give it a name itself. I am absolutely positive that this game will continue to bring me consistent joy for a long time. ## Frequently asked questions about Bird Alone ### What is Bird Alone? Bird Alone is an award-winning app that allows you to become best friends with a lonely virtual bird. You'll engage in daily conversations, answer its questions about life and existence, and participate in creative activities together. ### What are the key features of Bird Alone? Key features include daily conversations and answering your bird's questions, drawing for the Art Gallery, writing poetry for the Book of Poetry, unlocking plants for the Musical Garden, and experiencing the passage of time and seasons with your companion. ### Is Bird Alone free to download? Yes, the app is free to download. It offers in-app purchases, allowing you to enhance your experience or unlock additional content. ### What devices is Bird Alone compatible with? The app requires a minimum of an iPhone 6S or a similar device. It is designed for mobile platforms. ### What are common use cases for Bird Alone? Common use cases include seeking a unique companion experience, engaging in creative expression through drawing and writing, exploring philosophical themes, and finding a calming, reflective activity. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.4 — 2024-05-23 ◆ Interactions update ◆ • Different types of fruit grow every day of the week • Snowflakes can land and melt on your finger • Rain can bounce off your finger • Clouds can be interacted with • Give names to your artwork • Give names to your poems for the bird to recite • Unlock two secret app icons Graphical issues have also been fixed. ### 4.3 — 2024-05-12 ◆ Interactions update ◆ • Different types of fruit grow every day of the week • Snowflakes can land and melt on your finger • Rain can bounce off your finger • Clouds can be interacted with • Give names to your artwork • Give names to your poems for the bird to recite • Unlock two secret app icons Graphical issues have also been fixed. ### 4.2 — 2024-03-22 Added a new support option which unlocks secret alternate app icons. ### 4.0 — 2023-07-25 • Play the beginning for free • In-app purchase the full experience • Replaced local weather forecasts with randomised weather • Added a content warning at the beginning ### 3.8 — 2023-03-06 • Play the beginning for free • In-app purchase the full experience • Replaced local weather forecasts with randomised weather ## Apps similar to Bird Alone | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Bird Land: Animal Fun Games 3D](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-land-animal-fun-games-3d/id1042316239) | 4.8 (5,019) | Free | Games | | [Bird Kind](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-kind/id6446153998) | 4.8 (2,336) | Free | Games | | [Bird Bed & Breakfast](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-bed-and-breakfast/id1459817195) | 4.1 (307) | Free | Games | | [Pigeon Bird Flying Simulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pigeon-bird-flying-simulator/id1633039903) | 4.4 (4,127) | Free | Games | | [Ultimate Bird Simulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-bird-simulator/id1063194066) | 4.1 (1,610) | $0.99 | Games | | [Bird Fly High 3D Simulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bird-fly-high-3d-simulator/id806105447) | 2.4 (21) | Free | Games | ## More apps by George Batchelor - [Hot Date](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-date/id1057329502) - [Far from Noise](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/far-from-noise/id1275993809) All apps by George Batchelor: https://appshunter.io/developer/1057329501 ## Related topics [bird alone](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bird-alone) · [suicide](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/suicide) · [sad](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sad) · [depression game](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/depression-game) · [sad games](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sad-games) · [worry dolls](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/worry-dolls) · [give us the floor](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/give-us-the-floor) · [lonely](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/lonely) · [alone](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/alone) · [pet bird](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/pet-bird) · [rainy attic](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/rainy-attic) · [existential](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/existential) · [alone games](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/alone-games) · [lonely game](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/lonely-game) · [national audubon society](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/national-audubon-society) · [bird field guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bird-field-guide) · [carter paul grieve](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/carter-paul-grieve) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*