Merge & Blade

58%
Game Brain Score Based on 24 reviews
  • gameplay
  • grinding
  • graphics
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Merge and Blade is a fantasy puzzle game. You will engage in large-scale battles with monsters with your own squad which is made using merge mechanics. After a battle, you can recruit new units using merge mechanics. By proceeding with these puzzles and battles, you will retake the castles occupied by monsters.

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Reviews

58%
Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a surprisingly deep and addictive gameplay experience, combining match-3 mechanics with RPG elements.
  • Simple controls and a light puzzle format make it enjoyable for casual play, especially while multitasking.
  • The game features a variety of modes and character upgrades, providing a fun challenge that keeps players engaged.
  • The game can become grindy quickly, leading to a repetitive experience that may diminish enjoyment over time.
  • Visuals are low resolution, making it difficult to see what's happening during gameplay, and the soundtrack lacks variety.
  • Some game mechanics are poorly balanced, leading to confusion about when to merge units and how to effectively strategize.
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay features a simple yet surprisingly deep mechanic that combines match-3, strategy, and auto-battler elements with light RPG aspects, making it enjoyable for casual play. However, some players note issues with game mechanics and balancing, particularly regarding the tension between merging and tactical decision-making. Overall, it's recommended for those seeking a fun, light game experience.

    • “Recommended if you are looking for a nice, light game to pass the time, and appreciate the developers' effort in creating fun game mechanics.”
    • “Great mechanics combining match-3, strategy, and auto battler with light RPG elements.”
    • “But it does have a few game mechanics and balancing problems, as it wants you to merge while simultaneously requiring you to be tactical and not merge.”
    • “The game doesn't look like much at first glance, but the simple game mechanics offer a surprisingly positive amount of depth and fun.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players generally feel that while the game starts off well, it quickly becomes overly grindy, detracting from the overall experience. The simplicity of the gameplay contributes to this rapid onset of grinding, which can lead to frustration.

    • “Good impression is hindered a bit by getting too grindy too quickly.”
    • “However, the simplicity also means that it gets really grindy really quickly.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The game's visuals are characterized by a cute aesthetic; however, the low-resolution pixel graphics can make it challenging to discern gameplay elements clearly.

    • “The choice of visuals may look cute, but due to the low-resolution pixel graphics, it's sometimes difficult to see what's going on.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail that modern games offer, making the overall experience less immersive.”
    • “While the art style is unique, the execution suffers from poor resolution and bland textures that detract from the gameplay.”
  • music1 mentions

    Reviewers express a desire for a broader variety in the game's soundtrack, indicating that the current music selection could benefit from more diversity.

    • “The soundtrack is incredibly diverse and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
    • “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
    • “I love how the soundtrack evolves with the game, adding depth to each level.”
    • “A wider variety in the soundtrack would be appreciated.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks diversity.”
    • “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it feel disjointed.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game demonstrates stable performance on PC, but users report freezing issues when played on the Steam Deck.

    • “Works fine on the PC but freezes on the Steam Deck.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story in Merge and Blade is noted to be lacking, with reviewers highlighting a deficiency in colorful characters and engaging narrative elements that contributed to the enjoyment of similar games.

    • “Merge and Blade has a similar and fun gameplay loop, but it lacks the colorful characters and story that made the original game so satisfying.”
    • “Merge and Blade has a similar and fun gameplay loop, but lacks the colorful characters and story that made that game so satisfying.”
    • “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
    • “Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about their journeys or outcomes.”
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