Merge Hotel Empire: Design

Merge Hotel Empire: Design is a puzzle game that follows an intriguing story of Elsa, who dreams of giving her house a makeover. The gameplay involves decorating, merging, and solving mysteries. Despite its ingenious graphics, the game is currently full of bugs that might impact the overall gaming experience. Join Elsa in her journey to make her dream house a reality.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 15,801 reviews

story355 positive mentions

monetization463 negative mentions

monetization
793 mentions
37 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
58 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the lack of intrusive ads and the reasonable pricing of in-app purchases. While some users enjoy the absence of forced ads, they express a desire for options to watch ads for extra energy or rewards, as the game can become slow-paced without them. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable and not overly reliant on monetization tactics, though some players feel that the energy system could be improved to enhance gameplay.
- “In-app purchases are fairly priced but not needed to progress.”
- “I enjoy this way more than I expected, and I appreciate how much free stuff is given to you as I can't afford in-app purchases as a broke uni student.”
- “There are in-app purchases but if you don't buy, it doesn't stop you progressing with the game.”
- “Getting started is a bit slow and I almost gave it 3 stars as it's almost like you need to buy energy because it goes quick (maybe because there doesn't seem to be several ads to watch for free energy 🤔) and that can be annoying.”
- “Used to love this game, but they recently removed the ability to watch ads for extra lives, items, etc. Now you can only play for about a minute before running out of juice.”
- “Too many ads, and not enough energy to play for very long.”
story
559 mentions
64 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's storyline is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging and enjoyable, often highlighting its charm and humor. While some reviews mention that the story can be slow or tedious at times, the graphics and overall gameplay complement the narrative, making it a fun experience for fans of merge games. However, a few players express frustration with the pacing and the requirement to use in-game currency to progress the story.
- “The storyline is interesting, and the graphics are great!”
- “A very engaging and entertaining game, the artistry is very pleasing, and for a merge game, it's got quite a bit going for it in the way it plays out with the story.”
- “I love the storyline of the game.”
- “This game has so many of the same story as others.”
- “The storyline pales in comparison to other aspects of the game.”
- “It takes too many stars to finish each story, and there's way too much advertising for your company to get money for a game.”
graphics
540 mentions
73 % positive mentions
26 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, cuteness, and vibrant colors. Players appreciate the smooth and engaging visuals that enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and enjoyable. However, some users noted that while the graphics are impressive, they can occasionally lead to slower loading times or excessive data usage.
- “The graphics are amazing, there's almost always something to do for free energy without spending money.”
- “The storyline is interesting, and the graphics are great!”
- “I'm addicted, my two phones have this game... the graphics are second to none.”
- “Awful graphics.”
- “Basic match two gameplay with cute graphics, but the amount of popups when you open it is insane.”
- “Its ok for a merge game, the graphics are fine but the board has too little space from the beginning and I have to wait for a long time before I can collect enough stars to complete a task.”
gameplay
86 mentions
56 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as smooth and enjoyable, with appealing graphics and a fun design. However, many players express frustration with frequent pop-ups and microtransactions that disrupt the experience, making it difficult to engage for extended periods. While some appreciate the intuitive mechanics and rewarding system, others feel that the game becomes tedious due to energy limitations and ads.
- “The colorful graphics, intuitive gameplay, and endless possibilities of expanding my hotel empire had me hooked from the moment I started playing.”
- “This particular game gets the mechanics right - enough space to create what you need, asks for what you have often to keep space clear, decent amount of energy to get a chunk of playtime and nothing outrageously priced (coins) so you don't feel like you're slogging through for every little thing.”
- “I love this game and how much love and care is put into the visuals and sounds and gameplay.”
- “But there are too many pop-ups; it completely ruins the gameplay.”
- “While the base gameplay is fine, pretty much the same as any other game of this type, I still have not been enjoying playing it.”
- “After about 20 minutes of gameplay, this game becomes a waiting game.”
stability
80 mentions
15 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent glitches and freezing issues that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced no problems and enjoy the game, a significant number express frustration over the game's tendency to crash, particularly during key moments like merging items or watching videos for rewards. Overall, while the game is fun and engaging, its stability remains a concern for many users.
- “It's been a great game so far, no glitches.”
- “Awesome game with no glitches and not many ads.”
- “So far so good, no glitches like the last game I played similar to this one.”
- “The game still freezes, then the game stops; I can't watch videos for prizes as it always freezes.”
- “I would rate it higher, but the game glitches, it kicks me out of the game and makes me start the load again, then kicks me out during the load, so then I go to something else to play. It's annoying.”
- “Now during the underwater event, the game freezes every time I try to fulfill the current order, so I can't even proceed.”
humor
37 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it engaging and entertaining throughout their experience. Many reviews highlight the funny storyline and amusing character expressions, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players entertained. Overall, the game's humor is a significant draw, making it enjoyable and often providing a welcome distraction.
- “Your sudden switch back to diplomacy is hilarious.”
- “Funny storyline, keeps you engaged.”
- “Fantastic, very funny and I can't stop playing.”
grinding
25 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often describing it as boring and frustrating, especially as they progress through levels. While some appreciate the rewards and mini-games that break up the monotony, many feel that the item generation and energy recharge systems contribute to a sense of prolonged grinding. However, a few users note that the game remains entertaining and addictive despite these issues.
- “The game seems to require some unique problem-solving skills, but over time, it becomes quite tedious.”
- “Gets very tedious after a few levels, but runs okay, so all good if you're into playing such games.”
- “Like the majority of merge games, great in the beginning, tedious, boring, and frustrating as it goes along.”
music
25 mentions
28 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant, upbeat, and relaxing, with many players appreciating its catchy and soothing qualities, often likening it to jazz. However, some users have reported issues with sound quality and bugs that detract from the experience, leading to a need to mute the game at times. Overall, while the music enhances the gameplay for many, there are mixed feelings about its consistency and integration with the game.
- “The music is pleasant and upbeat, so it doesn't sound sad like other games.”
- “Love the music and story.”
- “Omg I love the background music; it's giving jazz! 😁😍😁”
- “Plus the horrible music and sound effects will quickly remind you to kill the volume on this app.”
- “Highly addictive 👍🏻 however just here recently, this annoying sound or music has started.”
- “Love it but the sound and the music don't sound right when playing so I have to mute it all.”
replayability
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game offers significantly higher replayability compared to other titles in the merge genre, providing players with more engaging opportunities for fun and varied gameplay.
- “This merge game offers much more playable opportunities than others in the same genre.”
- “Good fun and more replayable than many other merge games.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be deeply moving, evoking strong emotions without direct interaction, highlighting its ability to resonate on a profound level.