Age of 2048™: City Merge Games
"Age of 2048™: City Merge Games" is a puzzle game that boasts outstanding mechanics and fantastic graphics, offering a captivating city-building experience. The game describes itself as the most beautiful and addictive 2048 civilization city merge game, promising hours of engaging and visually stunning gameplay. However, be prepared for occasional annoying ads that accompany the free-to-play version.
Reviews
- The graphics are neat and clean, with bright colors and smooth animations.
- The game is addictive and offers a unique twist on the classic 2048 gameplay.
- The concept of merging buildings instead of numbers adds a satisfying visual element.
- The game is plagued with excessive ads, making it frustrating to play.
- Progress can be easily lost due to accidental swipes, leading to a frustrating experience.
- The difficulty spikes significantly, making it nearly impossible to advance without purchasing power-ups.
- monetization590 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive advertising, which significantly detracts from the gameplay experience. Many users report that even after purchasing the ad-free version, they still encounter numerous ads, particularly when trying to access bonuses or power-ups. Overall, the overwhelming presence of ads has led to frustration and dissatisfaction among players, with many feeling that the game prioritizes profit over user enjoyment.
“Super fun and in-app purchases aren't required but do make the game more fun.”
“No ads means no ads.”
“Will definitely purchase the no ads feature.”
“The amount of ads this game force-feeds you is infuriating.”
“I paid to remove ads and am disappointed that it didn't remove the ads from the balloon gifts.”
“The game is filled with ads and they are extremely irritating.”
- graphics125 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising their neatness, brightness, and smooth animations. While some reviews note that the visuals enhance the gameplay experience, others mention that the graphics are not groundbreaking and can sometimes detract from the flow of the game. Overall, the aesthetic appeal and attention to detail in the graphics contribute to a satisfying and engaging experience for players.
“The graphics are really neat and clean, with bright colors and pleasantly smooth animations.”
“Beautiful graphics, smooth gameplay, and controls.”
“Great graphics and really fun game!”
“It's just a cash grab on a stolen concept with decent graphics.”
“Eh, pretty good but graphics are horrible; controls hated it so much, bad game.”
“If, back in 2013, the only thought going through your head was 'this 2048 game looks great and all, but what it really needs is some graphics to push the limits of my Galaxy S2!' then this game is for you.”
- gameplay67 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is often criticized for being repetitive and lacking variety, with many users noting that it closely resembles the original 2048 but is plagued by excessive and intrusive ads that detract from the experience. While some players appreciate the simple mechanics and addictive nature, others find the gameplay frustrating due to lag, poor layout, and a lack of clear instructions. Overall, the game offers a visually appealing experience but is marred by its ad-heavy model and questionable mechanics.
“Great artwork, easy gameplay!”
“The gameplay is fantastic, simple, yet challenging, and absolutely addictive.”
“I love this game; the graphics are superb, the gameplay is fun, and it's easy to control.”
“There really isn't any gameplay.”
“No variety in gameplay.”
“Offers nothing more than usual 2048 gameplay but with more ads than playtime.”
- music46 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its harmony with the visuals and its relaxing qualities, while others find it repetitive and annoying, particularly when interrupted by intrusive ads. Many users express frustration over the inability to turn off the music or choose different soundtracks, leading to a less enjoyable experience. Overall, while the soundtrack enhances the game's atmosphere for some, it detracts from the experience for others due to its repetitiveness and the disruptive nature of ad sounds.
“The music and sound effects suit the game perfectly, too.”
“The music and the art style are in perfect harmony.”
“This game is a lot of fun, the graphics are nice, the music and sound effects are pretty cool and the gameplay is simple enough to learn quickly but difficult to fully master.”
“The music is annoying.”
“Another feedback, the new soundtrack is just awful.”
“Love the game, but the soundtrack gets extremely repetitive very quickly.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players highlighting its funny concepts and entertaining gameplay. Many reviews note that while the game retains a simple idea, it presents it in a humorous and engaging manner, making it both challenging and enjoyable. Overall, the comedic elements contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
“Very funny and challenging.”
“Simple idea, but very funny.”
“Funny new way of playing.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and repetitive, with many expressing frustration over the relentless need for farming and the overwhelming number of ads that detract from the experience. While some appreciate the interesting progression mechanics, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a significant drawback that hampers enjoyment.
“That's excruciatingly tedious.”
“Too much grinding.”
“Level one is brief, then level two drags on tediously because players need to do several more combinations.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
While the game's graphics and user interface are praised for their simplicity and stress-relief qualities, players report significant issues with lag and glitches during gameplay. The presence of excessive unskippable ads further detracts from performance, indicating a need for optimization, particularly for the Google Play Store version. Overall, the game has potential but requires improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
“Overall the idea is awesome but still needs some improvements for performance, the HUD and graphics are simple and enjoyable.”
“Really nice puzzle game, great UI and performance.”
“Needs to be optimized for Google Play Store.”
“The graphics and theme look amazing and simple, also they relieve stress, but the gameplay is laggy and glitchy. Before every move, there is a little lag spike that bothers the players. Additionally, the amount of unskippable ads is too high, which reduces performance. While ads are usually necessary, there should only be ads for rewards, not just for casual playing.”
“Overall, the idea is awesome but still needs some improvements for performance. The HUD and graphics are simple and enjoyable.”
“Needs to be optimized for the Google Play Store.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and freezes, particularly after ads, which also contribute to slow performance. Users report that these problems severely impact the overall gameplay experience.
“Too many ads; the slider is slow and sometimes completely freezes.”
“It freezes a lot after the ads.”
“The game crashes and freezes more often than not.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game adds a graphical narrative that enhances engagement, though some users express a desire for more structured gameplay elements like levels or missions. While the narrative encourages in-app purchases to progress, it has successfully captivated players, leading to a strong sense of addiction.
“The graphical story adds a unique twist to the classic 2048 gameplay, making it more engaging.”
“I'm very addicted to this game; however, I wish there were levels or missions to enhance the experience.”
“Like the old 2048, this has been spiced up with a graphical story that encourages the use of in-app purchases to jump ahead.”
“I love it; I'm very addicted to this, but I wish there were levels or missions, or just something else to do.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The remake of 2048 offers some entertainment and a slight increase in replay value compared to the original, though it is still considered somewhat repetitive and has limited replayability overall.
“I had the original 2048 sitting on my phone like a forgotten Rubik's Cube, but this remake is a lot more entertaining, with a bit of replay value.”
“A bit repetitive, low replayability but a fun game overall.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The absence of ads contributes positively to the atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience and making it feel less monotonous.
“The absence of ads enhances the atmosphere, making it feel less bland.”
“The immersive sound design and stunning visuals create an unforgettable atmosphere.”
“The game's atmosphere is captivating, drawing you into its beautifully crafted world.”
“The lack of engaging elements makes the atmosphere feel bland and uninspired.”
“The environment feels empty and lifeless, failing to draw me into the experience.”
“There is a noticeable absence of immersive details, which detracts from the overall atmosphere.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes strong emotional responses, with players reporting that it made them cry during their initial experience.
“Made me cry upon first use.”