The short-lived, but very popular Flappy Bird game is now living on in parody versions, like this one that joins forces with a hot topic of the moment. The 'Flappy Ford' spinoff features the head of Toronto mayor Rob Ford with wings and a skyline of the city in the background. Despite the substance abuse scandals that surround Ford, he remains Toronto’s mayor and the browser game encourages players to "help Toronto."
Just like the original Flappy Bird app, the objective is to dodge between pipes. When players are unable to successfully do this, Flappy Ford falls to the ground and utters lines like "obviously I was extremely, extremely inebriated" and other infamous quotes of his.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Parody Games
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create parody versions of popular games that incorporate current hot topics for increased engagement and entertainment value.
- Controversial Figures
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop games or digital experiences that playfully satirize or comment on controversial public figures, attracting attention and sparking conversation.
- Popular Game Spinoffs
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the popularity of a viral game by creating spinoff versions that leverage current events or trending topics to maintain user engagement.
Sectors Adopting This
- Gaming
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of parody and satire in game design to create new and engaging experiences that resonate with players.
- Entertainment
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate elements of parody and controversy into entertainment products or experiences to capture audiences' attention and generate buzz.
- Digital Media
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create digital content, such as games or interactive experiences, that capitalize on current events and trending topics to attract and engage online audiences.
