Flappy Bird suddenly reappears on Android, users who download it risk losing all their money
A supposed "resurrection" version of the legendary Flappy Bird game has suddenly appeared on GitHub. However, downloading it carries the risk of malware and loss of personal data.
Suspicious project with many unusual signs
A version that is said to be a “revival” of the once-popular game Flappy Bird has just caused a stir in the tech community when it appeared on GitHub, attracting the attention of forums like r/Android and retro game lovers.
Developed by a self-proclaimed programmer who reverse-engineered the source code to be compatible with 64-bit Java, the clone promises to run smoothly on modern Android devices.
However, just hours after its launch, the project has been met with fierce controversy due to a series of suspicious signs.
Only provide APK file without public source code
Developer's GitHub account is completely empty
APK file is warned by many antivirus software to contain Trojan:Script/Wacatac.B!ml malware
The entire repository was removed from GitHub just hours after it attracted attention.
Android Authority recommends that users do not install this app, emphasizing that the lack of transparency and reputation from the developer is a big risk.
After being removed from GitHub, this APK file continued to be shared on MediaFire - a storage platform that does not have a strict censorship mechanism like official app stores.
Flappy Bird, which created a global fever in 2013 thanks to its simple yet challenging gameplay and was developed by Nguyen Ha Dong, has become a nostalgic icon after being removed from official app stores.
While the game's return has piqued curiosity, users are advised to double-check before downloading to protect their devices and personal data.