Game overview
Of Bird And Cage is a single-player, first-person narrative game structured around a fully synchronized symphonic metal concept album. The game presents a linear story with branching outcomes shaped by player choices.
Narrative focus
The story follows Gitta Barbot, a 25-year-old woman attempting to escape an abusive captivity while dealing with addiction and psychological trauma.
- Narrative inspired loosely by the themes of Beauty and the Beast
- Focus on trauma, control, and moral decision-making
- Multiple endings influenced by player choices
- Approximately two-hour story experience
Gameplay structure
Gameplay is designed to support the narrative and music.
- First-person perspective
- Environmental exploration and light puzzle solving
- Quick decision-making moments affecting the story path
- Survival-oriented sequences tied to narrative events
Music integration
The soundtrack is an integral part of the game’s structure.
- Two-hour-long symphonic metal album fully synchronized with gameplay
- Music composed by Arnold Nesis
- Performances by artists associated with bands such as Guns N’ Roses, Epica, Within Temptation, and others
Content notice
The game includes mature themes.
- Depictions of alcohol and drug use
- Themes of violence, abuse, and psychological distress
- No explicit sexual content or nudity