Item: Balloon Bird Game Watch&Phone
Rating: 68
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

68/100

Balloon Bird is a minimalist, 'Flappy Bird' inspired arcade title specifically designed for the Apple Watch and iPhone. It’s the definition of a 'micro-game'—something you play for 30 seconds while waiting in line. The core mechanic involves tapping to keep a bird afloat and avoiding obstacles.

What makes this version stand out is how well it adapts to the Apple Watch. Using the Digital Crown or simple taps on the wrist feels surprisingly natural. It's not deep, it's not complex, but it's a technically sound implementation of a classic genre for wearable tech. If you're looking for a quick distraction on your wrist, this is one of the more stable options available.

Dinsun reviewed on: Wed Feb 25 2026

The Game

Available on: Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, iPod

1221271305

$0.99 4+★3.8 8 reviews

Author : Nguyen Huy Diep

Pubish Date : Thu Mar 30 2017

Last Update Date : Sun Nov 19 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 3.0.0Sun Nov 19 2023

- Optimize for new os.
Great & Simple game to play on your Apple Watch & iPhone/iPad:
- Tap to jump.
- Do not hit anything.
- Compete against friends or the world!
*** GET IT NOW ***.
Requires iOS 10.0 and watchOS 3.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (9.7‑inch), iPad Pro (9.7‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (5th generation), iPad (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5‑inch), iPad Pro (10.5‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation), iPad (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch), iPad Pro (11‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (5th generation), iPad mini (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation), iPad (7th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Air (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (8th generation), iPad (8th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation), iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th generation), iPad mini (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th generation), iPad (9th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (A16), iPad (A16) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, and iPod touch.
Great & Simple game to play on your Apple Watch & iPhone/iPad:
- Tap to jump.
- Do not hit anything.
- Compete against friends or the world!
*** GET IT NOW ***.

Ratings & Reviews

3.8 out of 5 with 8 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Balloon Bird brings simple, addictive arcade fun to your iPhone and Apple Watch! Tap your screen or your watch face to keep your bird flying and navigate through narrow gaps. It’s a game of skill and timing where every tap matters. Challenge yourself to beat your high score and see how far you can go. Optimized specifically for the watch, it offers a seamless experience for gaming on the go without ever needing to take your phone out of your pocket.

Features

Play on both iPhone and Apple Watch

Simple one-tap controls

Lightweight and fast loading

High score tracking

Clean, colorful graphics

Tips

Playing on your Watch

Open the app on your Apple Watch and simply tap the screen to start. Each tap makes the bird flap upwards. Time your taps to keep the bird at the right height to pass through the gaps in the pipes. Try to stay in the center to avoid sudden crashes!

Promotion Videos

Balloon Fight - NES Gameplay - YouTube

News on this game

It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Michigan Challenge Balloonfest!

Gameplays

Endless High Score Hunt

The game continues until you hit an obstacle or the ground. Your score is based on the number of obstacles you successfully pass. The game tracks your personal best across both your phone and watch.