Birds Kyodai is a type of Mahjong Solitaire game, where players match bird-themed tiles instead of traditional Mahjong tiles. The game is typically played with a grid of matching tiles that feature various birds, and the goal is to remove all tiles by pairing them up in a specific way. Gameplay Mechanics: Tile Layout: The game begins with a board filled with bird-themed tiles. These tiles are arranged in different shapes (often resembling a pyramid or stacked arrangement, similar to traditional Mahjong Solitaire). The tiles have pictures of various birds, and they are randomly shuffled at the start of each game. Tile Matching: To remove tiles, you need to find matching pairs of identical tiles. For example, if you see two tiles featuring the same bird, you can select them to remove from the board. A tile is considered "free" if it is not covered by other tiles and is not adjacent to any other tiles. Tiles that are either on the edge or free from being blocked by other tiles can be selected. Rules for Matching: Only identical tiles can be matched. For instance, two tiles with the same bird image can be paired and removed from the board. The tiles need to be connected either directly or through a two-segment path. This means that tiles can be matched even if there is a slight distance between them, as long as there are no other tiles in the way. Unblocking Tiles: Blocked tiles (those hidden underneath other tiles or trapped in the middle of the board) cannot be selected until they become unblocked by removing other tiles surrounding them. To complete the game, you must keep removing pairs until the board is completely cleared. Winning: The game is won when you successfully remove all the tiles from the board, leaving the grid empty. In some versions, you may also have a time limit or limited moves to complete the game, adding an extra challenge. Timer: Many versions of Birds Kyodai may include a timer that counts down as you play, challenging you to complete the game within a certain period. Some versions may allow you to pause or reset the timer, but most will add pressure to finish as quickly as possible. Hints and Shuffle: Some online versions of Birds Kyodai may offer helpful features like a hint button, which will highlight possible tile matches for you if you get stuck. Additionally, if there are no more available moves, some games may offer a shuffle button to rearrange the tiles, giving you a fresh set of options.
3/1/2024