Merge Life

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"Merge Life" is a puzzle game that combines a good plot with pretty visuals and plenty of humor. The game allows you to merge objects to raise your baby, providing an engaging and entertaining experience. However, the game is disturbed by frequent ads and has several bugs that can affect gameplay. Overall, it's an enjoyable game that has room for improvement.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,075 reviews

story9 positive mentions

monetization953 negative mentions

The game is engaging and addictive, keeping players coming back daily.
The graphics are cute and the merging mechanics are enjoyable.
Players appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, making it a fun experience.

There are excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating.
The game has glitches, especially when trying to age up, causing players to lose progress.
Many players are stuck at level 56 with no updates or new content, leading to boredom.

monetization
989 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of forced ads that interrupt gameplay. Many users report that ads appear after nearly every action, making the game feel more like an advertising platform than an enjoyable experience. While some players are willing to pay to remove ads, they often find that even after making this purchase, ads still persist, leading to feelings of being misled and dissatisfaction with the overall experience.
- “I really do enjoy this game, the only downside for me is that I've purchased 3 in-app purchases that include a certain amount of time for infinite energy.”
- “I paid the $1.99 to play it with no ads, so that made it a lot better.”
- “I know I can pay to not have ads anymore, but it sure would be nice to have a game to play that didn't charge for every little thing.”
- “The game itself is very fun, I even enjoy it more than other merge apps I've played, but the ads ruin the experience.”
- “I would understand if I clicked an ad to get some sort of upgrade or boost, but the fact that I just am doing what the game needs to progress and ads start filling up the game... it gets beyond ridiculous.”
- “The amount of advertisements you're forced to watch is ridiculous.”
stability
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezing and glitches reported by users, particularly during key actions like aging up or collecting rewards. Many players experience crashes after watching ads, leading to lost progress and frustration. While some enjoy the gameplay, the overwhelming number of bugs and interruptions detracts from the overall experience.
- “No problems at all, great speed, no glitches.”
- “No problems at all, great speed, no glitches.”
- “The game freezes constantly and my phone continuously closes the game due to it not responding, mostly before or after an ad.”
- “I complete a task, the game forces an ad on me, freezes, forcing me to restart, and then I don't get the experience for having completed the task.”
- “The game just freezes and doesn't let you do anything.”
story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
67%
8%
The game's story is generally appreciated for its simplicity and the freedom it offers players to progress at their own pace, particularly in the context of merging tasks. However, many users express frustration with the frequent interruptions from ads, which detract from the overall experience and immersion. While some players enjoy the narrative of decorating a nursery, others feel the story lacks depth and interactivity, wishing for a more engaging and decision-driven experience.
- “I play Merge Mansion and so far that's the only merge game that I enjoy the story and how it works.”
- “The completion of the story you are merging to complete is at your will, meaning it doesn't force you out of actual playtime to complete like some apps.”
- “This is a fun merge game, with a story plot.”
- “Also, the false advertisement had me thinking this was kind of a story-based game but it's nothing like it.”
- “The storyline so far is me, as a user, trying to decorate a nursery.”
- “It has no storyline.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
40%
11%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cute and colorful art style, while others criticize the clunky 3D visuals and overall simplicity. Some users note that the graphics are decent for a mobile game, but the presence of frequent ads detracts from the experience. Overall, while the graphics have potential, they are often described as inconsistent and not particularly impressive.
- “Game starts out fun with cute graphics.”
- “I can say that I like the concept of the game and the graphics are precious.”
- “Lovely game, fantastic, cute graphics.”
- “The graphics are alright, the area where the child you start out with is really clunky feeling/looking when you upgrade there.”
- “The graphics and gameplay are not the smoothest by far.”
- “Don't download this game; it is a waste of time, poor graphics, and way too many ads to enjoy the game.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
82%
9%
The gameplay of this merge game is generally appreciated for its unique mechanics and storyline, but it is heavily criticized for the overwhelming number of ads that disrupt the experience. Players report frequent interruptions from ads, making it difficult to enjoy the game, with some feeling that the ads outnumber the actual gameplay. While some users find the gameplay enjoyable, the constant ad interruptions and invasive data collection practices significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “I actually really like the gameplay; it's a little different than other merge games.”
- “Merge game with easy mechanics.”
- “Pretty cool game, similar to most merge games with a few unique mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is hindered by ads.”
- “I had to stop playing because the ads constantly popping up right in the middle of gameplay gave me anxiety.”
- “So many ads, gameplay is always interrupted by ads; it's so frustrating.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it both funny and relaxing. However, some users express frustration with inconsistencies in game mechanics, which detracts from the overall comedic experience. Overall, the humor is a highlight for many, though opinions vary on its alignment with promotional content.
- “Great game, it's funny and relaxing.”
- “It's funny and relaxing.”
- “Very funny, this game 😂.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant performance issues, including lag and choppy gameplay. Some players noted that the game runs smoothly without ads, while others criticized the compulsory ads and the overall lack of optimization that hinders the gaming experience.
- “Runs smoothly, a little tedious but still fun.”
- “I love it; no ads and everything runs smoothly.”
- “There is also a little bit of a performance issue with the 3D portion of the game; it was very laggy.”
- “It lags because of how unoptimized it is, and it blocks you from playing the game if you don't let them take data from you. Also, they will show more ads if you do that.”
- “The game runs slowly and choppily, plus I was getting a compulsory ad after every few merges.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game has been criticized for being repetitive and uninspired, with some users noting that it features tracks from other games. Additionally, the presence of excessive ads disrupts the listening experience, leading to requests for a mute option. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the music and ad integration detracts from the overall experience.
- “I like games I can play while listening to music or podcasts.”
- “Good game, but the music could be improved as I recognize some songs from other games.”
- “I only installed this game to request a mute button for the ads, as they interrupt my music.”
- “I only installed this game to say, please add a mute button to your ads or at least stop killing my music I have playing.”
- “Too many unnecessary ads, also the chance of getting other items (gear, shoes, music, and treats) are way too low.”
- “I like games I can play whilst listening to music or podcasts and don't mind occasional ads; it's how you all make your money after all, but this was too much.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and pointless, often describing it as a chore rather than an enjoyable experience. While some acknowledge that the game runs smoothly, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the repetitive nature of grinding, particularly in ad-driven contexts.
- “Pointless and tedious!”
- “Blatant ad farming game.”
- “Tedious immediately.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express a strong emotional investment in the game, indicating that it effectively engages them on a personal level.
- “I am deeply emotionally invested in this game.”
- “The story and characters made me feel a range of emotions that I didn't expect.”
- “This game touched my heart and left a lasting emotional impact.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Character development is criticized for its lack of variety, offering only three similar cosmetic options, which results in a chunky and unappealing character design.
- “There are no real cosmetic options; just three very similar choices, and the character design overall is very chunky and potato-like.”
- “The character development feels shallow, with little to no meaningful progression or depth.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of unique traits or backstory for the characters, making them feel one-dimensional.”