Merchant Master
- August 29, 2023
- UPLAY GLOBAL PTE. LTD.
- 1h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Merchant Master" is a tycoon simulation game that challenges you to build a successful trading empire. Manage resources, set prices, and outmaneuver competitors to grow your wealth. Navigate through different historical eras, each with unique opportunities and challenges. Can you become the ultimate Merchant Master?
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a charming art style that many players appreciate.
- It offers a variety of gameplay elements and activities that can keep players engaged for a while.
- Some players find the game enjoyable and easy to learn, making it a good time-killer.
- The latest updates have made the game heavily pay-to-win, alienating free-to-play players and making progression difficult without spending money.
- Many players are experiencing technical issues, such as the game crashing or failing to launch after updates.
- The game has been criticized for its lack of gender options in relationships, as well as for poor customer support and communication from developers.
- monetization21 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism for being heavily focused on "pay to play" mechanics, with many players feeling misled by advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay. While there are no intrusive third-party ads, the prevalence of optional payment prompts and a growing divide between paying and non-paying players has led to accusations of the game being a cash grab. Overall, players express disappointment over the game's shift from a promising experience to one that prioritizes profit over player enjoyment.
“No ads so far.”
“I have made quite a few payments into the game and the game has been misdirecting and straight up lying in advertisements to what its capabilities are.”
“Cash grabbed game all in all you should have considered the players' welfare instead of looking for your own cash interest. Once a solid game, now it has become dull, lame, and lifeless. Lots of my guild members are now quitting the game because of this harsh update. You have completely destroyed the excitement. Sorry, I'm done purchasing; I might even delete this app now for good. Good luck!”
“From a decent game to a total cash grab. Before you could compete properly, but now the gap between whales and regular players has only increased.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their nice, antique, and traditional feel, with many users highlighting the cute and relaxing character designs and artwork. However, some players feel that the interface is overly cluttered, which can detract from the overall experience. While the visuals are considered high quality and enjoyable, the repetitive gameplay and lag issues due to excessive features can diminish the appeal for some players.
“The graphics are really cute and relaxing.”
“Brilliant artwork and music.”
“This game was awesome, the graphics are amazing.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and enjoyable, with a mix of idle mechanics and 2D graphics that appeal to players. However, many users express frustration with the "pay to play" elements and misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay experience. While some find it a good time killer, others feel it can become repetitive and boring over time.
“Very good time killer... simple gameplay, quality full 2D graphics.”
“Interesting gameplay, nice art.”
“Easy gameplay, free-to-play welcome.”
“This game is a simple idle game; what ticked me off were the advertisements that gave false gameplay.”
“The gameplay was not as expected as from the advertisement video.”
“After a couple of days, I feel bored because of the gameplay.”
- story12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story element is seen as interesting but lacks depth, leading to a sense of boredom for players. While some appreciate the potential for future updates to enhance the narrative, many feel that the storyline is minimal and not engaging enough, with no distinct paths based on character choice. Overall, the game is compared unfavorably to similar titles, with players noting a lack of compelling storytelling.
“The story is great too.”
“I hope further updates of the story will be made as it makes this game worth investing in.”
“It's a good builder idle with some story.”
“Sadly, you get bored with the game pretty fast as there is not much of a storyline.”
“It doesn't have a strong storyline.”
“No separate storylines.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users have mixed feelings about the music in the game; while some appreciate the nice and soothing soundtrack, others report significant issues, such as the app interrupting their personal music playback despite in-game sound settings being turned off. Additionally, some criticize the quality of the music, suggesting it sounds over-processed or subpar.
“Plenty of things to do, new challenges added regularly, brilliant artwork and music.”
“Nice and soothing music for anyone.”
“My main problem is that your app stops my music from playing even when I have your game sound turned off in settings.”
“Every time I open the app, it closes out my music. I switch to play my music and go back to the app, and it stops again.”
“The game is disappointing; it is not like the ad, and the quality is terrible. The music sounds like it was run through their software too many times. Do not download.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with frequent freezes, player disconnections, and numerous glitches reported by users. Many players express frustration over the lack of effective customer service and the perception of a pay-to-win model, which exacerbates the issues. Overall, the game's technical problems significantly detract from the experience.
“Game freezes way too much (it's not my internet connection), continually kicks players off, and it's a huge pay-to-play game.”
“You still push your decision despite the backlash, but at least you should've addressed the lags and other glitches when you decided to extort more money from us.”
“Game freezes and doesn't let me log back in after updating.”
- humor4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as inconsistent and often falls flat, particularly with issues like misgendering players based on their avatar choices. While some find moments of humor, the overall sentiment suggests that the game's comedic elements are overshadowed by player dissatisfaction and a dwindling community.
“The funny thing is, even though I chose a female avatar, the game is somehow regarding me as a male avatar, judging by how it addresses me and the female characters it gave me as my beloved.”
“Funny.”
“Funny... that's all.”
“Not worth playing now; too many players have left, and it's just not funny.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the game's event optimization feature, which contributes to longer loading times. The overall performance remains uncertain, with potential for improvement or decline based on future updates.
“It's too early to tell; stars may either dip or rise depending highly on the game's performance as well as the updates that have yet to come.”
“I hate that there's an event optimization feature that makes the game load slowly.”
“It's too early to tell; the game's performance and upcoming updates will greatly influence its ratings.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game engaging and manageable, allowing for progress over time despite its pay-to-win nature. Overall, it is considered a solid grinding experience, earning a positive rating of 4 out of 5.
“It's a pay-to-win game, but the grinding aspects are not boring. To be honest, you can progress further, but it will take a little time; that's all, but it's doable.”
“It's a great grinding game.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews suggest that character development could benefit from a more gradual introduction of features, as new players may feel overwhelmed by the abundance of tasks and options. However, the game's graphics and character design are praised, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“The character development is incredibly engaging, allowing players to truly connect with their avatars and see them grow throughout the game.”
“I love how the game offers a variety of paths for character progression, making each player's journey unique and personal.”
“The depth of the characters' backstories adds so much richness to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as engaging and enjoyable, effectively capturing players' attention and contributing to an overall fun experience.
“A fun game with an engaging and captivating atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The game's atmosphere is rich and vibrant, making every moment feel alive.”
