Goddess & Magic: Voodoo merge

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"Goddess & Magic: Voodoo Merge" is a puzzle game that features impressive graphics and the ability to merge ritual dolls and upgrade artifacts. The objective is to save the goddesses from monsters by utilizing strategic gameplay. However, the game can be marred by frequent and annoying ads. Overall, it's an engaging game that combines puzzle-solving with mythology, but be prepared for intrusive advertising.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Goddess & Magic: Voodoo merge screenshot

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 457 reviews

graphics23 positive mentions

monetization77 negative mentions

The art style is adorable and well-designed, making the game visually appealing.
Gameplay is simple and fun, providing a relaxing experience for players.
The merging mechanics are engaging, and the character designs are cute and interesting.

The game is plagued by excessive ads that interrupt gameplay and can be frustrating.
Progression can feel slow and tedious, with many players reaching a point where they feel stuck.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience.

monetization
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
2%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, primarily due to the overwhelming presence of ads that disrupt gameplay and often feel forced upon players. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, many express frustration over the frequency and length of these ads, which can detract from the overall experience and lead to perceptions of the game as a cash grab. Additionally, the high cost of ad removal options has left players feeling dissatisfied, as they often continue to encounter ads even after making purchases.
- “It's fun, but I would love an option to pay to remove ads.”
- “Cute little merge game, but I bought the no ads option that was supposed to come with gems and no ads.”
- “I just started and it seems fun and no ads.”
- “The gameplay isn't interesting enough to sit through the ridiculous amount of ads you force onto us.”
- “You'll spend more time watching ads than actually playing, because the rewards you need to upgrade are earned by watching ads.”
- “Game sold an extremely overpriced ad removal for $20 and still shows ads constantly.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
26%
9%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and aesthetically pleasing art style, earning high marks from users. While the visuals are considered a highlight, some players note that the user interface could be improved and that the gameplay can become repetitive. Overall, the charming artwork stands out, but it is often overshadowed by concerns about gameplay mechanics and monetization strategies.
- “Very cute, simple idle gameplay; the artwork is certainly the height of this one, the gameplay was smooth and the tutorial was quick and clear.”
- “The art style is adorable; I haven't seen any proper credit for the artist though (unless the developer is the artist).”
- “Magical art style and passive progression, wow!”
- “The graphics are buggy but it's a good merge game.”
- “Graphics are ok I suppose?”
- “Very aesthetically pleasing game but you're punished for spending real money which makes zero sense.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
60%
20%
The gameplay is characterized by repetitive mechanics and a heavy reliance on ads, which detracts from the overall experience. While the art style is appealing and some players find the gameplay fun and stress-free, many criticize the clunky mechanics and the overwhelming presence of ads that interrupt progress. Overall, the gameplay lacks depth and engagement, leading to a mixed reception among users.
- “I really like the art style, gameplay is fun.”
- “Easy and fun gameplay, cute goddesses, stress free and no bugs to report.”
- “Fun and cute design with interesting mechanics.”
- “Clunky mechanics, dragged out gameplay, and non-stop ads wrapped in an appealing art style.”
- “The gameplay isn't interesting enough to sit through the ridiculous amount of ads you force onto us.”
- “Showing ads completely unprompted, pandering to the lowest common denominator, and mechanics that seem more intent on annoying you into spending money than providing a good gameplay experience.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The story in the game is generally perceived as straightforward and lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for more plot details and character development. Many reviewers noted the absence of voice acting and a cohesive narrative, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game is enjoyable for casual play, it leaves players wanting a more engaging storyline beyond the basic premise.
- “Hope to get a more in-depth storyline soon.”
- “The story is about the girls and how they got trapped.”
- “Pleasant simple game; it's good for winding down at the end of the day. I mistakenly chose to buy the bundle to get all the goddesses unlocked, but I feel I may have missed some story.”
- “The story seems a bit straightforward but is missing a lot of plot and detail.”
- “I wish there was some kind of plot line or something more other than merging really cute voodoo dolls.”
- “4 characters to unlock, no plot and you can basically finish it in under 24 hours.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and constant freezing, which detracts from the overall experience. However, some players have found it to run smoothly on certain devices, suggesting that performance may vary. Overall, while the concept is enjoyable, significant stability issues need to be addressed.
- “The game is super fun, and even though it might not be designed for Android, my phone has internet access and it runs without any glitches, which I really appreciate.”
- “Great concept for a game; however, a lot of glitches need fixing.”
- “Freezes constantly.”
- “Super buggy.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is well-paced, featuring unique upgrades for four beautifully designed goddesses, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the engaging character designs and the ability to upgrade stats and abilities, contributing to the game's entertainment value without excessive advertisements.
- “Progress is normally paced, featuring cool and unique upgrades from four beautifully designed goddesses.”
- “This is a very entertaining clicker game; I am loving the character design and the ability to upgrade stats, as well as the unique capabilities each character possesses.”
- “I actually enjoyed this game; there aren't a bunch of ads shoved in my face, and the character designs are really nice to look at!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally considered fun and addictive, enhancing the overall experience; however, some players have reported significant issues with choppy audio and lagging animations that detract from the enjoyment.
- “When it finally did, the music was choppy, and the animations and actions lagged horribly.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and tedious, particularly due to the waiting for rewards and crafting mechanics. While fans of merging games may enjoy the spooky theme and cute characters, the frequent and problematic ads detract from the experience, often leading to lost rewards.
- “Like most merging games, this one became repetitive and tedious for me. Definitely not a game for you if you don't like waiting for rewards, crafting, energy, etc. (P.S. unlocking upgrade pictures became really unfair after about the third one). Though if you really enjoy merging games and spooky things, I recommend it.”
- “It's a good game and the goddesses are cute, but the ads are tedious and very frequent, often crashing the game, which cancels the reward from watching the ad.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, featuring smooth performance and decent graphics, making it a solid choice for fans of idol merge games.
- “Great game if you're looking for an idol merge game. The graphics aren't that bad, and it runs smoothly. I recommend this for people who are interested in idol games.”