Merge Miners

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Merge Miners is a single-player arcade game that combines merge mechanics with mining. Despite the game's claim of being a classic merge game with a twist and easy to pick up, the gameplay is lackluster and there is too much advertisement. Overall, while the game may have some appeal to fans of merge games, it falls short in delivering a satisfying and engaging experience.

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Play Modes

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

42%

Audience ScoreBased on 829 reviews

emotional3 positive mentions

monetization430 negative mentions

The game has a satisfying design and easy-to-understand mechanics, making it enjoyable for casual play.
It can be fun and addictive for short periods, providing a decent distraction.
The core gameplay loop of merging and collecting items is engaging, especially in the early levels.

The game is plagued by excessive and intrusive ads, often forcing players to watch them even when declining rewards.
It requires an internet connection to play, which is unnecessary for a single-player game, leading to frustration.
The gameplay becomes repetitive and lacks depth, with many players feeling it loses its appeal after a short time.

monetization
444 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The monetization model of this game has been heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive ad placements, with many players reporting that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing. Users express frustration over forced ads that appear during gameplay, even when opting out of reward ads, and the requirement for an internet connection solely to serve ads. While some players appreciate the option to pay to remove ads, they feel that the overall experience is marred by the overwhelming number of advertisements, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab rather than a well-developed product.
- “Excessive ad monetization to the point that there's like a 4:1 ratio of watching ads to actual gameplay.”
- “Practically unplayable unless paying for no ads.”
- “I've seen brutal monetization before, but in this if you click on anything you are almost guaranteed to get an ad.”
- “The amount of ads makes this game completely unplayable; this is a clear cash grab once you realize that this game, with literally no online features, requires an internet connection to play.”
- “A level lasts 5 seconds and there's a 10 second ad after every level, so you will literally be spending more time watching ads than playing.”
- “The game forces you to watch ads for nothing and it lags all the time no matter what you do.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
61%
29%
The gameplay is characterized by satisfying design and easy-to-understand mechanics, but it suffers from excessive ad interruptions, leading to a frustrating experience where players spend significantly more time watching ads than actually playing. Many users find the gameplay repetitive and uninspired, with a notable lack of upgrades or variety, resulting in a quick uninstall for those overwhelmed by the ad monetization. Overall, while the core gameplay loop has potential, the overwhelming presence of ads detracts from the enjoyment and engagement of the game.
- “It's got satisfying design, easy to understand mechanics, and had miniature goals with the funds you accumulate.”
- “For what is essentially a merge-and-destroy game, the gameplay loop is fun and satisfying.”
- “The gameplay does not need internet.”
- “Gameplay is boring and uninspired.”
- “Gameplay got incredibly repetitive by round 20-ish and I uninstalled after round 100.”
- “When the gameplay is 90% ads... just sad.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is frequently criticized, with users reporting persistent freezing and crashing, particularly at higher levels or during intense gameplay. Many players experience bugs that disrupt progress, often requiring them to restart the game to resolve issues. Additionally, the presence of multiple competing ads can exacerbate these problems, leading to an unresponsive gaming experience.
- “I'll be speeding along, merging and compiling what I have, and just when I'm about done, the game freezes and then crashes, causing all my work to fade into nothing.”
- “Too many forced ads at once can have 2/3/4 ads competing for space at the same time, which makes the game buggy, unresponsive, and a total waste of time. It's a shame as it would be decent if it didn't need to be online or pay to cut most ads out.”
- “Game constantly freezes in later levels when you're breaking blocks too quickly.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics have been criticized for being dull and poorly rendered, with some users noting issues with asset theft from other games. While the visuals are generally considered subpar, many players still find the gameplay to be exceptional, indicating a disconnect between graphics quality and overall enjoyment.
- “Overall boring very quickly with bad visuals that don't always load properly.”
- “They're stealing graphical assets from other games.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is overshadowed by frustration due to excessive and intrusive ads, which disrupt the gameplay experience and lead to feelings of annoyance among users.
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with users finding it both funny and addictive. Many describe it as one of the funniest games available, particularly enjoyable when played with an adblocker. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its appeal.
- “Really funny and addictive.”
- “Funny game when you have an ad blocker.”
- “This is the best game in the world; it's funny and crazy!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The game lacks music, which some players find disappointing, and it is further marred by intrusive ads that appear after every level.
- “There is no music in the game, and you're bombarded with ads after every level.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making the gameplay feel dull.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gaming experience at all.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking engaging content, with users expressing frustration over intrusive ads and a lack of value for the purchase price. Overall, it is seen as a basic game with minimal missions and no compelling narrative.
- “A poorly designed app with no fun due to the excessive ads, and it asks for $3 to buy but offers nothing in return. It's just a basic game with no evolved missions.”
- “The story is completely lacking depth and engagement, making it hard to stay interested.”
- “I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating, particularly after reaching level 24, where they feel progression stalls due to a lack of upgrades. While the game can be enjoyable for stress relief, the absence of new challenges or enhancements leads to dissatisfaction, resulting in low ratings from some users.
- “It's a good game if you want to release some stress, but after you reach level 24 and unlock the bomb, you can't progress any higher. I'm just grinding for money now, and I have my entire field filled with level 24 bombs. At level 322, I'm finishing every level with ease, so I give it a 1-star rating. I wish there were more upgrades, but there's not. If there were, I'd give it a 5-star rating.”
- “The grinding in this game is tedious and feels endless. After a certain point, it becomes more about repetitive tasks than actual gameplay.”
- “I find myself stuck in a loop of grinding for resources without any real sense of progression. It makes the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”