Bounce Merge
Get on Play Store"Bounce Merge" is a Casual "ASMR Puzzle Action" game with a focus on masterful gameplay and soothing sounds. However, the game is very grinding and filled with bugs that may hinder the player's experience. The game is also filled with annoying ads, which may frustrate players looking for an uninterrupted experience. Overall, while the game has its merits, it may require some patience and bug fixes to fully enjoy.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game is fun and addictive, providing a satisfying experience.
- Great graphics and smooth gameplay make it enjoyable.
- It's a good time killer, perfect for passing time.
- There are way too many ads, making it frustrating to play.
- Even when selecting 'no thanks' for rewards, ads still play.
- The game frequently crashes or freezes, losing progress.
- monetization2,707 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of forced ads that interrupt gameplay. Players report being bombarded with ads after nearly every action, including merges, and express frustration over the lack of an option to pay for an ad-free experience. Many users feel that the ads detract significantly from the enjoyment of the game, leading to a consensus that the ad frequency is unacceptably high.
“I'd actually pay money for no ads for this game, that's how much I enjoy it.”
“If there was an option to pay for no ads, I would definitely buy it.”
“It would be so much better if you could pay for no ads.”
“The entire structure of the game is to force ads after every shot.”
“I spend more time watching ads than playing the stupid game.”
“You will watch more ads than play.”
- gameplay104 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, featuring simple mechanics that can be enjoyable for short periods. However, the overwhelming presence of ads significantly disrupts the experience, with many players reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game. This ad-heavy approach detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to frustration and a desire for a more balanced gameplay experience.
“Overall this is a fun game with a relatively novel mechanic, a pleasant way to kill some time.”
“Gameplay is fun, but there are way too many ads.”
“Gameplay loop is fun.”
“Letting the number shapes reach the top will freeze the game, requiring you to restart, which then takes you back to a previous point in the gameplay.”
“The quantity of ads ruins any enjoyment the actual gameplay brings.”
“The game would be very fun if you ever got to play it between ads that have the appearance of being optional but play no matter what and interrupt every moment of gameplay.”
- stability81 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is generally entertaining but suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent freezing, glitches, and crashes that disrupt gameplay and cause players to lose progress. Many users report that the game often freezes during ads or when certain actions are taken, leading to frustration and the need to restart the app. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the persistent bugs and instability detract from the experience.
“The screen goes black and freezes.”
“Forced ads every 3 to 4 levels, the ad timer freezes constantly, so you have to close the game to continue, you are knocked back 3 moves or more when you do restart it.”
“Great game, very addictive but, extremely glitchy; it freezes and you lose a lot of progress.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the smooth animations and high-quality visuals, while others find them average or even irritating. Some users highlight the game's aesthetic appeal and immersive experience, while a few express disappointment that the in-game graphics do not match the quality of promotional materials.
“The graphics, physics, and setup are all top notch.”
“Entertaining enough game, good graphics, smooth animation, no animation glitches.”
“This game has great graphics!!”
“Graphics are just average, with no fun or entertaining sidebars to achieve.”
“I found this game from an ad, and I don't understand how the playable ad for this game has better animation and smoother graphics than the actual game I downloaded.”
“Irritating graphics.”
- music11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as boring and reminiscent of elevator music, with some players expressing a desire for more engaging sound effects and music options. While the gameplay is enjoyable and can be played alongside personal music, the default soundtrack does not enhance the experience for many users. Additionally, there are complaints about ads interrupting personal music playback, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“Gameplay is simple, no obnoxious music or sound effects, great for a mobile game, truly.”
“Listen to music while playing and it's slay.”
“I play this while listening to the Heathers soundtrack 10/10 very addictive, there are ads but I do not care.”
“I have sound and music turned off, but every time I open the app they come back. I have to turn them on/off again to get them to stop.”
“In a song that was 3 minutes and 28 seconds, 4 ads came through.”
“Relaxing and fun casual game... awesome... just the music is very boring.”
- grinding9 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, often citing excessive ad interruptions that disrupt gameplay and contribute to a frustrating experience. While some enjoy the core mechanics and occasional bursts of content, the overwhelming presence of ads and repetitive nature of the grinding can diminish overall enjoyment.
“I played it for 1 hour and it was the most tedious hour that I spent on gaming.”
“Gets very tedious after about 15-20 minutes.”
“Game is okay but way too many ads, almost every round it's now getting tedious.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised by users, with many highlighting its amusing terms and overall comedic elements that keep them laughing. Players find the game to be a source of continuous entertainment, contributing to its appeal.
“Have you guys read the terms for these types of apps? They are hilarious.”
“Funny game, makes me laugh 24/7.”
“This is a very funny game.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is a mixed bag; while some users appreciate the graphics and smooth gameplay, many report frequent crashes and poor performance, particularly on certain devices. Additionally, the aggressive ad placement detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration among players.
“Fully optimized to get you the most ads per second possible while still being able to technically call it a game.”
“I'm a fan, good graphics, runs smoothly, fun concept, not an overwhelming amount of ads, good motivation to keep playing.”
“Mostly because it keeps crashing on my phone (LG Stylo 4), even though I went through and reduced the performance/FPS.”
“Poorly optimized, but pushing ads after a minute of playing.”
“Poor performance and forcibly watching ads that was so annoying.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's mechanics, particularly the emotional impact of losing progress due to resets, which they describe as "emotional damage." While they appreciate the gameplay, the overwhelming power-ups and lack of variety contribute to a sense of dissatisfaction, leading to low ratings.
“I like the gameplay, but I give it 2 stars mainly because the full game reset is just emotional damage 🤕. I know, I know, you can just watch an ad, but that's some big ol 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being non-existent and unengaging, with players feeling that it lacks purpose, missions, or meaningful content. Instead, the gameplay is described as repetitive and frustrating due to the constant interruptions from forced advertisements.
“The story is completely lacking; there’s no purpose, no target, and no missions to engage with.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and fails to draw the player in, leaving it feeling empty.”
“There’s no character development or meaningful plot progression, making the experience forgettable.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of engaging content, leading to a consensus that it offers little to no replayability.
“So boring and zero replayability.”
