30 Birds

30 Birds

Released Nov 2024

Lantern City is on the verge of disaster: the Goddess Simurgh has been kidnapped by the evil Scientist! 30 Birds is a narrative puzzle game laid out on the surface of rotating lanterns. Wander through a gorgeous world inspired by Persian art, meet quirky birds, and solve puzzles to rescue Simurgh.

96% positive · 151 reviews
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Done
All announced content has been released
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Evaluation

30 Birds launched on November 27–28, 2024 as a complete narrative puzzle adventure. The developer described it as a finished product at launch ("After years of work, 30 Birds is finally out on Steam!"), with no DLC, season pass, expansion pass, or post-launch content roadmap announced at any point. Following launch, the developer issued a series of patches through April 2, 2026 — primarily bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements such as achievement corrections, sound additions, and a "super save" feature for post-game convenience. None of these updates announced or implied upcoming paid or free content expansions. There is no DLC listed on the store. The most recent developer communication was a hotfix on April 2, 2026. This is a self-contained game that shipped as a complete experience and has since received only maintenance support.
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Developer announced the game is now available, describing it as the result of 'years of work' with no mention of future content plans or DLC.
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No DLC of any kind is listed on the store — no season pass, no expansions, no announced future content.
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Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
ARTE France
Achievements
30
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

In 30 Birds, you play as Zig, a young detective sent to bustling Lantern City to track down The Scientist. Alongside Hoop, a talented hoopoe stand-up comedian, you'll encounter a whole madhouse of feathered friends and quirky characters as you explore dazzling Lantern City from top to bottom. Solve a variety of puzzles to foil the plans of the obnoxious Scientist behind the kidnapping to save the bird Goddess Simurgh.

Experience a seamless blend of 2D and 3D in this mesmerizing narrative adventure, with hand-drawn visuals inspired by Persian miniatures. Wander through the gorgeous neighborhoods of Lantern City while enjoying a ska - dub - reggae inspired soundtrack and help Zig gather thirty charismatic and chatty birds to save Simurgh! But beware, you might come across puzzling challenges on your way…

Discover a gorgeous universe laid out on the surface of rotating lanterns. Wander through a beautiful city inspired by Middle Eastern legends, meeting the local goofs, quirky djinns, and regular weirdos along the way. Solve puzzles and interesting challenges to help Zig rescue Simurgh!

  • Meet riotous and (not-so) charming birds, collecting your new feathered friends' contacts on your phone. Thwart diabolical and (not-so) powerful foes and find the fabulous Goddess, Simurgh.

  • Explore a mythical, colorful, and beautifully hand-drawn world inspired by Persian art! Uncover Lantern City's stunning sights and fantastic characters.

  • Take on all kinds of thrilling challenges to advance the story! Solve intriguing and fun puzzles, wander around bars and cafes, create funky music using synthesizers, and play cards to gather clues and bring light to Simurgh’s kidnapping.

  • Vibe out to the energetic ska - dub - reggae soundtrack, sprinkled with unexpected twists, as you stroll down the bright streets of Lantern City.

Last evaluated Jun 22, 2026
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