Merge Blast

About

Merge Blast is a casual game where you blast blocks onto the board and merge similar ones to progress. However, it is riddled with bugs and is filled with excessive ads, negatively impacting the overall gaming experience. Despite these issues, it offers around 3 hours of playtime, challenging you to merge your way to the top.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

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

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,709 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

monetization351 negative mentions

The game is fun and challenging, keeping players engaged and entertained.
It offers a unique twist on traditional number merging games, making it addictive.
Players appreciate the potential to earn rewards through the Just Play app.

The frequency of ads is excessive, interrupting gameplay and causing frustration.
Many players report glitches and issues, especially at higher levels, which detracts from the experience.
There is a lack of clear instructions on how to play, leaving some users confused.

monetization
357 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
1%
98%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on intrusive advertisements, with players reporting frequent interruptions during gameplay, often every 30 seconds or less. Many users express frustration over the excessive number and duration of ads, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game, leading some to consider uninstalling it. While some players acknowledge the necessity of ads for a free game, they overwhelmingly agree that the current implementation is excessive and disrupts the gaming experience.
- “The game is fun, but the no ads option costs $2.99 before tax in the shop.”
- “I'd rather have ads rather than loads of in-app purchases, but I wish there was a little less.”
- “It's a decent time killer; I just hate that there's not an option for no ads.”
- “You will literally spend more time watching ads than you will actually playing the game, which sucks because the game itself is really fun.”
- “The ads are annoying and that makes the game unplayable and not fun at all.”
- “I love this game but the ads make it unplayable.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
65%
15%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and addictive, with a solid loop that keeps players engaged. However, the intrusive ads, which frequently interrupt gameplay, significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration among users. Many reviewers express a desire for ads to be placed before or after gameplay rather than during, as the interruptions disrupt focus and flow.
- “Fun gameplay but there are ads every 2 minutes, making it very difficult to get into the flow.”
- “Game is solid and the gameplay loop is addictive; I would consider paying a quid or something to remove ads.”
- “Smooth gameplay, colorful fun, and makes some good points.”
- “The ads are way too intrusive and that detracts from the gameplay.”
- “But the most annoying thing on the face of this planet is in the middle of gameplay when you're trying to focus, a stupid ad pops up over and over again only in the middle of gameplay.”
- “Fun game, but the congratulatory messages slow gameplay and won't let you tap, while the map continues to slide... essentially forcing you to lose, which is incredibly aggravating.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
93%
The stability of the game is frequently criticized, with users reporting constant freezing, glitches, and interruptions from ads that disrupt gameplay and lead to lost points. Many players express frustration over the game becoming unresponsive, especially during critical moments, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some users note occasional smooth experiences, the overwhelming sentiment points to significant stability issues that hinder long-term engagement.
- “No glitches, just fun!”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never interrupts my experience.”
- “I liked the game but every 2 minutes there's an ad that interrupts your playing and it freezes constantly so you lose your points.”
- “These little glitches that prevent me from playing while the screen keeps moving have ruined the fun and moved me on to other games.”
- “The game continually freezes up and closes on its own.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
11%
33%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the bright and smooth visuals, while others criticize them as lacking originality and depth. Many users note that the graphics are generally good, but the frequent ad interruptions detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the game features appealing colors and decent graphics, there is room for improvement in design and variety.
- “Touch sensitivity is great, graphics are bright and smooth, unlockable modes give a nice touch for variety.”
- “It has great graphics, good action, relaxing and entertaining.”
- “It is fun and it has good graphics.”
- “The game has poor graphics and lacks any real challenge.”
- “The graphics and color could be better.”
- “There are no special graphics or anything.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be less tedious and more engaging compared to typical online games, allowing for sustained focus and interest in progressing through levels. While it can be repetitive, it effectively rewards patience, especially for those using the JustPlay feature to earn coins, despite the presence of ads.
- “This game is tedious enough to keep my attention for long stretches of time and keeps me interested in accomplishing each level and wanting to go to the next.”
- “If you are using this game because of JustPlay, it is really good for grinding coins. Just be patient with ads because that's how these free money games work.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players appreciate the game's overall experience but express frustration over the inability to play their own music from YouTube while playing.
- “The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the game fresh and engaging, adding to the immersive atmosphere.”
- “I love the game, but I can't play my YouTube music over it.”
- “The music in the game is repetitive and gets boring quickly.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it feel disjointed.”