Matching Story - Puzzle Games

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,577 reviews
  • monetization
  • graphics
  • story
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"Matching Story" is an adventure game that offers an intriguing story and good visuals, but is unfortunately full of bugs. Players are invited to join a fantastic journey on the mysterious Dream Garden Island for a unique experience. While the game has its flaws, the engaging plot and appealing visuals make it worth considering for adventure game fans.

  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,577 reviews
monetization96 positive mentions
stability19 negative mentions
  • Cute graphics and engaging storyline with plenty of mini-games to keep players entertained.
  • No ads, which enhances the overall gaming experience and allows for uninterrupted play.
  • The game combines match-3 and merge mechanics, making it unique and enjoyable.
  • Levels become increasingly difficult, often requiring in-game purchases to progress, leading to frustration.
  • Frequent glitches and crashes, causing players to lose progress and making the game less enjoyable.
  • Some players feel the game promotes a pay-to-win model, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • monetization147 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with many users praising the absence of ads, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. However, some players express concerns about in-app purchases and a perceived pay-to-win model, suggesting that while the game starts off enjoyable, it may become frustrating as progression slows down without spending money. Overall, the lack of intrusive ads is a significant positive highlight, but the presence of in-app purchases raises some skepticism among players.

    • “Absolutely love this game, match 3, merge, and mini games all in one and no ads couldn't ask for anything better well done 100% recommend this.”
    • “Bravo... not only a fantastic great game, great graphics, great story and best of all... no ads... yep... none, nil, nada, zilch, zero... absolutely amazing.”
    • “I love this game because there are no ads.”
    • “Unlike its ads, this is truly pay-to-win.”
    • “Became a cash grab just like all the others.”
    • “Progression too slow, too much advertising and asking for real world money.”
  • graphics55 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beauty, cuteness, and intricate detail, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the smooth flow and vibrant visuals, which enhance the overall enjoyment of the game. However, some users have expressed frustration with the difficulty of certain levels, which can detract from the otherwise positive graphical experience.

    • “Great graphics and one of the better games out there.”
    • “The graphics are really good and it's so entertaining.”
    • “Beautiful graphics!”
    • “Do not like the new graphics and do not like how the option to visit friends for daily picks has been taken out; may have to uninstall soon 😔”
    • “Needs more lives and better graphics, but okay.”
    • “It is unacceptable visuals when women and children are abused and neglected.”
  • story40 mentions

    The game's story is generally described as cute and engaging, with appealing graphics that enhance the experience. However, many players express frustration over the narrative's abrupt shifts and the disappearance of key story elements after initial levels, which they feel detracts from the overall experience and seems to serve as a cash grab. While some enjoy the whimsical and fairytale aspects, others criticize the lack of depth and the game's tendency to prioritize monetization over storytelling.

    • “Great story line and graphics.”
    • “Cute match 3 game with a background story.”
    • “Love the story line.”
    • “The underlying story about the young woman is cut out early and never to be seen again.”
    • “The side story of the lady needing help disappears after a few levels.”
    • “I had a match 3 decorating game with a decent storyline going on, but I was spending 2, 3, or 4 days trying to get 3 stars to 'open a letter' and then another 3 stars to 'read the letter.' I deleted the game and kept searching.”
  • stability20 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezing issues, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration over lost progress and rewards due to these technical problems, leading to a general recommendation to avoid playing until these issues are resolved. While some enjoy the game when it functions properly, the overwhelming consensus is that its stability is a major drawback.

    • “The game runs smoothly with no glitches or lag, making it easy to play at a fast pace. Kudos!”
    • “I appreciate the stability of the game; it never crashes and always performs reliably.”
    • “The seamless experience without any lag really enhances the gameplay.”
    • “Don't play it until all of the glitches are corrected.”
    • “The game freezes quite a bit.”
    • “Dreadful, had to reinstall after a problem with my phone and nothing but glitches, can't even play the game so having to uninstall, I used to enjoy this game but not anymore.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is perceived as inconsistent, with some players finding it amusing while others criticize it for trivializing serious issues like child and spousal abuse. Overall, the comedic elements seem to vary widely in effectiveness and appropriateness.

    • “Funny game and nice ads.”
    • “The only thing I find funny is that on one of my other games, an ad for this one pops up and it's nothing like it at all.”
    • “Funny.”
    • “Child abuse and neglect, as well as spousal abuse, are not funny and should never be treated as a game.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is described as upbeat and relaxing, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players have expressed frustration with the frequency of receiving music fountain pieces from chests, indicating a potential imbalance in rewards.

    • “However, recently I have noticed that about 20 chests I've opened in a row have all contained nothing but the music fountain pieces.”
    • “The music is upbeat!”
    • “The music is just right for relaxing.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game has been criticized for its portrayal of physical and emotional abuse, with some users feeling it promotes harmful themes related to domestic violence.

  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly in clearing land and waiting for updates, suggesting that more accessible resources like fairy dust could alleviate the monotony. Despite this, many express a love for the game's charming characters and farming mechanics.

    • “But needs an easier way to clear land. Maybe more available fairy dust via different objects. Hopefully, the next update will provide island no. 4 as it gets a bit tedious having to play the mini games while waiting for updates.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is described as initially addictive and engaging, but some players found it repetitive after a few hours, leading to a decline in interest.

    • “Great, addictive gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you coming back for more.”
    • “I love how the gameplay mechanics are intuitive yet challenging.”
    • “After a few hours of gameplay, the repetition became boring, and I ended up deleting it.”
    • “The gameplay feels incredibly repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I found the mechanics to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization has been criticized as the worst among all mobile games, leading to significant performance issues.

    • “The most horrible performance of all games I've ever played on my phone.”
    • “The game constantly lags and crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I can't believe how poorly optimized this game is; it drains my battery and overheats my device.”
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