Blackbird! in IOS

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Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

74/100

Blackbird is a minimalist take on the aerial combat genre that focuses on speed and arcade-style dodging. It doesn't have the complexity of a flight simulator, but it excels at providing a quick, stylish action fix. The 'blackbird' aesthetic—dark silhouettes against vibrant, neon backgrounds—is very striking and helps the game stand out visually.

The controls are simplified for touch, which makes it very accessible, but the difficulty ramps up quickly as you face more aggressive enemy patterns. It feels a bit like a modern 'bullet hell' shooter but with a 360-degree range of motion. It could use a bit more variety in mission objectives, but for a casual action game, it's a very solid and artistic experience.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad

Version 1.8.0Mon Oct 28 2024

Themes are now free!

Several general fixes and updates


This game is similar to the classic ROOK® card game*.

Compete against the computer in this classic trick-taking game. Bid aggressively for the chance to declare trump. Take tricks with pointers to reach your bid or you’ll get set!

Play with two widely different rule sets (Kentucky Discard or Western Wyoming) or create your own set of rules to play with any of these options that can be on or off:

• Include 1's worth 15 points

• Low/high/10.5 Blackbird card

• Remove the Blackbird card

• Allow Blackbird card to be played anytime

• Winning bidder leads the first trick

• Red 1 worth 30 points

• Adjustable game winning score

• Bonus for taking most tricks

• and more!

Get awarded when you complete achievements and challenge your friends to complete them. Have fun looking at all of the statistics that are tracked so that you can analyze how you play.

* This is not in any way endorsed by or affiliated with Hasbro, Inc. ROOK® is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc.


Requires iOS 16.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

This game is similar to the classic ROOK® card game*.

Compete against the computer in this classic trick-taking game. Bid aggressively for the chance to declare trump. Take tricks with pointers to reach your bid or you’ll get set!

Play with two widely different rule sets (Kentucky Discard or Western Wyoming) or create your own set of rules to play with any of these options that can be on or off:

• Include 1's worth 15 points

• Low/high/10.5 Blackbird card

• Remove the Blackbird card

• Allow Blackbird card to be played anytime

• Winning bidder leads the first trick

• Red 1 worth 30 points

• Adjustable game winning score

• Bonus for taking most tricks

• and more!

Get awarded when you complete achievements and challenge your friends to complete them. Have fun looking at all of the statistics that are tracked so that you can analyze how you play.

* This is not in any way endorsed by or affiliated with Hasbro, Inc. ROOK® is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc.


Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 6841 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Blackbird is an atmospheric arcade flight game where players control a high-tech silhouette jet. Navigate through striking landscapes while engaging in intense 2D aerial combat. Upgrade your weaponry, master the boost mechanics, and survive against waves of enemy interceptors in a game that rewards reflexes and precision.

Features

1

Sleek Minimalist Graphics

2

Intense Aerial Combat

3

Upgradable Weapon Systems

4

Challenging Boss Encounters

Tips

Promotion Videos

Blackbird Trailer #1 (2020) | Movieclips Indie - YouTube

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Q&A

The game follows a series of progressive missions, but the focus is primarily on high-score arcade gameplay.

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