Angry Birds Go!

Angry Birds Go!

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''Angry Birds Go!'' is a [[kart racing game]] utilising [[3D graphics]].{{cite web |last=Webster |first=Andrew |title=Rovio takes on ''Mario Kart'' with ''Angry Birds Go'' |url=https://www.theverge.com/2013/10/15/4840888/angry-birds-go-racing-game-trailer |website=[[The Verge]] |access-date=2013-10-15 |date=15 October 2013 |archive-date=15 October 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131015151016/http://www.theverge.com/2013/10/15/4840888/angry-birds-go-racing-game-trailer |url-status=live }} As a bird of their choice, the player competes in [[Gravity racer|downhill races]] and challenges, which begin by launching their [[go-kart]] from a [[slingshot]]. ''Go!'' includes multiple game modes: "Race" is a competition against multiple other characters, "Time Trial" is a [[single-player]] mode where the player must reach the finish line before time runs out, "Versus" is a race against one other character, and "Fruit Splat" requires the player to collect a set number of fruit before the finish.
''Angry Birds Go!'' is a [[kart racing game]] utilising [[3D graphics]].{{cite web |last=Webster |first=Andrew |title=Rovio takes on ''Mario Kart'' with ''Angry Birds Go'' |url=https://www.theverge.com/2013/10/15/4840888/angry-birds-go-racing-game-trailer |website=[[The Verge]] |access-date=2013-10-15 |date=15 October 2013 |archive-date=15 October 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131015151016/http://www.theverge.com/2013/10/15/4840888/angry-birds-go-racing-game-trailer |url-status=live }} As a bird of their choice, the player competes in [[Gravity racer|downhill races]] and challenges, which begin by launching their [[go-kart]] from a [[slingshot]]. ''Go!'' includes multiple game modes: "Race" is a competition against multiple other characters, "Time Trial" is a [[single-player]] mode where the player must reach the finish line before time runs out, "Versus" is a race against one other character, and "Fruit Splat" requires the player to collect a set number of fruit before the finish.


Each bird has a singular [[power-up]] that can be activated a finite number of times. More birds are unlocked by defeating them in [[Boss (video games)|boss]] races in each [[Level (video games)|level]].{{cite web |last=Nichols |first=Scott |title=Mobile reviews: GTA San Andreas, Angry Birds Go, Skulls of the Shogun |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/videogames/a538762/mobile-reviews-gta-san-andreas-angry-birds-go-skulls-of-the-shogun/ |website=[[Digital Spy]] |access-date=18 February 2026 |date=17 December 2013 |archive-date=18 December 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131218225212/http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/levelup/a538762/mobile-reviews-gta-san-andreas-angry-birds-go-skulls-of-the-shogun.html |url-status=live }} The speed of the kart cannot be controlled, while steering can be done via [[motion controls]] or arrows on the [[touchscreen]]. Karts take damage upon impacts and can be upgraded, the latter of which alters their appearance.{{cite web |last=Orry |first=James |title=Angry Birds Go! will be released for free on December 11 |url=https://www.videogamer.com/news/angry-birds-go-will-be-released-for-free-on-december-11/ |website=VideoGamer.com |access-date=18 February 2026 |date=15 October 2013}} Coins—which are gained either in races or with crystals, which in turn [[Microtransaction|require real money to purchase]]—must be spent to upgrade karts. Races and challenges can only be entered if the player's kart has a sufficient power level, which can be increased by upgrading. Characters become tired after being used five times; their energy can be restored by either waiting or spending crystals collected during races.
Each bird has a singular [[power-up]] that can be activated a finite number of times. More birds are unlocked by defeating them in [[Boss (video games)|boss]] races in each [[Level (video games)|level]].{{cite web |last=Nichols |first=Scott |title=Mobile reviews: GTA San Andreas, Angry Birds Go, Skulls of the Shogun |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/videogames/a538762/mobile-reviews-gta-san-andreas-angry-birds-go-skulls-of-the-shogun/ |website=[[Digital Spy]] |access-date=18 February 2026 |date=17 December 2013 |archive-date=18 December 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131218225212/http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/levelup/a538762/mobile-reviews-gta-san-andreas-angry-birds-go-skulls-of-the-shogun.html |url-status=live }} The speed of the kart cannot be controlled, while steering can be done via [[motion controls]] or arrows on the [[touchscreen]]. Karts take damage upon impacts and can be upgraded, the latter of which alters its appearance.{{cite web |last=Orry |first=James |title=Angry Birds Go! will be released for free on December 11 |url=https://www.videogamer.com/news/angry-birds-go-will-be-released-for-free-on-december-11/ |website=VideoGamer.com |access-date=18 February 2026 |date=15 October 2013}} Coins—which are gained either in races or with crystals, which in turn [[Microtransaction|require real money to purchase]]—must be spent to upgrade karts. Races and challenges can only be entered if the player's kart has a sufficient power level, which can be increased by upgrading. Characters become tired after being used five times; their energy can be restored by either waiting or spending crystals collected during races.


Additionally, ''Go!'' is compatible with Telepods, [[toys-to-life]] figures by [[Hasbro]], which allow the player to scan the corresponding kart and character into the game. A ''[[Jenga]]'' mode can be unlocked either via a code included with a pirate ship-themed ''Angry Birds Jenga'' board game or through an in-app purchase.{{cite web |url=http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/Android/Angry+Birds+Go!/news.asp?c=54012 |title=Rovio confirms that you'll be able to use Telepods and Jenga toys in Angry Birds Go! |date=2013-09-24 |access-date=2013-09-24 |archive-date=2018-09-15 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180915172208/http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/Android/Angry+Birds+Go!/news.asp?c=54012 |url-status=dead |website=Pocket Gamer}} In ''Jenga'' mode, the player launches their kart down a ramp and into blocks and pigs.
Additionally, ''Go!'' is compatible with Telepods, [[toys-to-life]] figures by [[Hasbro]], which allow the player to scan the corresponding kart and character into the game. A ''[[Jenga]]'' mode can be unlocked either via a code included with a pirate ship-themed ''Angry Birds Jenga'' board game or through an in-app purchase.{{cite web |url=http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/Android/Angry+Birds+Go!/news.asp?c=54012 |title=Rovio confirms that you'll be able to use Telepods and Jenga toys in Angry Birds Go! |date=2013-09-24 |access-date=2013-09-24 |archive-date=2018-09-15 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180915172208/http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/Android/Angry+Birds+Go!/news.asp?c=54012 |url-status=dead |website=Pocket Gamer}} In ''Jenga'' mode, the player launches their kart down a ramp and into blocks and pigs.