Mirlo Volador

Control a blackbird with your hand using your camera. A free browser game with global leaderboards — no download, no account required.

How to Play

  1. Open the game and allow camera access when prompted.
  2. Hold your hand up in front of the camera so it's clearly visible.
  3. Move your hand up and down to control the blackbird's altitude.
  4. Fly through the gaps between pipes without touching them.
  5. The farther you fly, the higher your score — beat the global leaderboard!

Game Features

  • Hand tracking technology — no touch, keyboard or controller needed.
  • Global leaderboard with real-time rankings from players worldwide.
  • Country flags — your country is auto-detected and shown on the leaderboard.
  • Instant play — works in any modern browser, no download or install.
  • Privacy-first camera — footage is never recorded or sent to any server.
  • Free to play — completely free, forever.

Tips & Tricks

  • Good lighting helps. Make sure your hand is well-lit so the camera can detect it clearly.
  • Steady hand, steady bird. Small, controlled movements give you better precision than big swings.
  • Anticipate the gaps. Look ahead at the next pipe and start moving early.
  • Center your hand in the camera frame before the game starts for the best tracking.
  • Practice the rhythm. The pipes come at a consistent pace — find your groove.

About the Game

Mirlo Volador is inspired by classic arcade bird-flying games, reimagined with modern hand-tracking technology. Instead of tapping a screen, you physically move your hand to guide a blackbird through an endless series of obstacles.

The name comes from Spanish: mirlo means blackbird, and volador means flying. The game is played entirely in your browser using your device's camera — your camera footage is processed locally and never leaves your device.

Compete with players from around the world. Create a free pilot profile with a username and your scores will be saved on the global leaderboard, ranked by best score and tagged with your country flag.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my camera footage recorded or stored?

No. Your camera is used entirely locally in your browser for hand detection. No video, images, or biometric data are ever recorded, transmitted, or stored on any server.

What browsers and devices are supported?

Mirlo Volador works on any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge — on both desktop and mobile devices. A front-facing camera is required to play.

Do I need an account to play?

No account or registration is required to play. You can optionally create a free pilot profile with a username to save your high scores on the global leaderboard.

How does hand tracking work?

The game uses MediaPipe hand landmark detection, a real-time machine learning model that runs entirely in your browser. It identifies key points on your hand and translates vertical movement into in-game controls.

Why does the game need camera permission?

Camera access is required to detect your hand movements, which is the core control mechanic. Without camera access, the game cannot be played. You can deny the permission — the game will show an error but nothing else happens.

Can I delete my profile and data?

Yes. From the Profile screen in-game, you can permanently delete your pilot profile and all associated leaderboard data at any time. No email is required to create or delete a profile.

Learn More

Curious about the technology behind Mirlo Volador? Visit our blog for articles about hand-tracking technology, browser gaming, accessibility, and tips to improve your score.