No, these angry birds are not the thousands falling out of the sky across the world. “Angry Birds” is a game that challenges you to launch birds at the pesky pigs that have stolen their eggs.

Since its initial release on the Apple iOS platform in December 2009, “Angry Birds” has sold over 50 million copies over various platforms.

These birds are far from finished with their flight. Rovio Mobile, the company behind it all, has already released a line of plush toys and iPhone covers inspired by the game. A board game version is set for release by Mattel in May. Mikael Hed, CEO of Rovio also said that an animated series is in the works. Are these birds taking it too far?

What students think:

“I think it’s crazy how it started out as just another game in the app store and now it’s everywhere. I’ve become addicted to the game myself. It just has a way of sucking you in.” – Jessica Lansford – senior – Public Relations

“It’s ridiculous. T-shirts would be funny but a show and board games about a video game is silly.” – Lindsey Lash – sophomore – Undecided

“People will spend money on just about anything these days.” – Mallory Gamble – senior – Public Communication

“Sounds a lot like Pokémon to me.” – Kayla Cordell – junior – Elementary Education

“I’m a little skeptical (whether) the TV show will be a huge success, but the game is extremely addicting and always fun to play.” – Shay Spurgin – junior – English

“What happens on the iPhone should stay on the iPhone.” – Zachary Rose – junior – Integrated Communications