Freddie Mercury as an Angry Bird

Yesterday Angry Birds creators Rovio honoured Queen legend Freddie Mercury by creating a special character in a new Angry Birds short which also features the Queen song Bicylce Race.

The short has been released just in time for Freddies September the 5th Birthday and has been produced to raise awareness for Freddie for a Day, the annual event that celebrates the singer and raises funds for HIV/AIDS charity Mercury Phoenix Trust.

“‘Freddie for a Day is such a great way to honor Freddie’s fun and flamboyant spirit while delivering an important message,” Rovio’s CMO Peter Vesterbacka said in a statement. “Queen’s music has endured for a reason, because its creativity and contagious fun appeals to fans of all ages, and we’re happy to help keep Freddie’s memory and music alive for new generations of fans.”

You can check out the short below and get involved with Freddie for a Day over on the website.