Merge Studio: Fashion Makeover

Merge Studio: Fashion Makeover is a puzzle game that takes players on a stylish journey, allowing them to dress up wardrobes and apply makeup. However, the game is riddled with bugs and contains excessive advertisements that hinder the overall gaming experience. Despite its self-description as a fun and fashionable puzzle match game, these issues may deter some players from fully enjoying the virtual makeover experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

48%

Audience ScoreBased on 660 reviews

emotional1 positive mentions

monetization279 negative mentions

The game is addictive and fun to play, providing a good way to pass the time.
The graphics are colorful and appealing, making the game visually enjoyable.
The concept of merging items to create makeovers is interesting and engaging.

The game is plagued by excessive ads that interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating to play.
Recent updates have made the game more difficult and less enjoyable, with higher costs for makeovers and limited character options.
Many players experience crashes and technical issues, which detracts from the overall gaming experience.

monetization
282 mentions
1 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of this game has been widely criticized for its excessive and intrusive ads, which disrupt gameplay and frustrate players. Many users report being bombarded with ads every few minutes, often requiring them to watch ads even after completing simple actions, leading to a negative gaming experience. While there is an option to pay to remove ads, players feel that the overall cost and frequency of ads make the game feel like a cash grab rather than a fun experience.
- “Just turn off your data and Wi-Fi and you can play without ads.”
- “Would love the game otherwise, but the ads were so frequent I can't keep playing.”
- “If you want to play this game for free, be warned that it has a ridiculous amount of ads, making the game very much unenjoyable.”
- “The problem is that automatically pop-up ads: 1) every 2 minutes, 2) even if you just finished watching an ad, 3) it will run 2 ads at a time.”
- “It's pointlessly greedy; there's no way it's necessary to force ads and then ask you to pay to turn them off.”
graphics
17 mentions
24 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the new aesthetic and improvements, while others express disappointment over recent changes that they feel detract from the overall experience. Many users note that the graphics have become less appealing compared to earlier versions, with complaints about poor character designs and a lack of clarity in visual elements. Overall, the updates seem to have polarized opinions, with some appreciating the visual upgrades and others longing for the game's original art style.
- “This game is addictive, the graphics are fantastic, very easy to play.”
- “Cool graphics, fun gameplay, entertaining!!”
- “I love this game a lot and the new aesthetic look is pretty cool.”
- “The art style is so bad now.”
- “Honestly, my 5-year-old's Toca Boca games have better graphics.”
- “I dropped my review a star; I don't like some of the new graphics changes, it's hard to see what some of the workout gear is now.”
gameplay
16 mentions
19 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Gameplay is hindered by frequent and intrusive ads that disrupt the experience, leading to frustration among players. While the visuals and initial mechanics are appealing, the lack of meaningful progression and overly guided gameplay detracts from overall enjoyment. Many users express a desire for a smoother experience with fewer interruptions and more rewarding gameplay elements.
- “Cool graphics, fun gameplay, entertaining!!”
- “The visual presentation and smooth game mechanics made it enjoyable to play at first.”
- “I play through Mistplay to get paid to play, and there are tons of free games that don't interrupt gameplay like that.”
- “This game's progression, whether in generators or the character makeup mode, offers no better rewards or advantages, making it harder and unrewarding to play. The majority of chests you get are worthless since getting a new generator doesn't change gameplay; it just takes up space, and there are too many commercials mid-game.”
- “Annoying ads interrupt gameplay every 5 minutes. We already watch tons of ads to progress in the game.”
- “The game is super hand-holdy, and the ads come rather abruptly, interrupting gameplay and are hard to exit out of without the store opening.”
stability
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
-18 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, glitches, and unexpected logouts, particularly during ad transitions. While some players appreciate the gameplay experience, the persistent technical issues detract from overall enjoyment and can disrupt device functionality. Despite updates, many still encounter these stability problems, indicating a need for further improvements.
- “The game has a very nice flow with no glitches so far, which makes for a stable experience.”
- “Despite the frequent ads, the gameplay remains smooth and stable.”
- “I appreciate the stability of the game; it runs seamlessly without any interruptions.”
- “Good game, but for some reason it keeps glitching. It always starts over, which gets old real fast when it keeps going out even after the update.”
- “The visual presentation and smooth game mechanics made it enjoyable at first, but when the ads appear (spawned either every other completed merge order or switching from different areas), the game freezes and at times kicks me out.”
- “This app has some serious flaws and bugs but has some potential. It continuously freezes, which can make your entire phone's function go crazy in many ways.”
story
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The game's story is perceived as lacking depth and engagement, with players expressing disappointment that it primarily revolves around puzzles rather than a meaningful narrative. While some enjoy the side missions, many feel the main storyline is underdeveloped and fails to provide the immersive experience they were hoping for, leading to frustration and a sense of wasted time. Overall, players desire a more relatable and compelling story that enhances the makeover theme.
- “The side missions are also quite fun.”
- “It shows a storyline of an ugly girl where you get the option to do her makeover.”
- “Good game, but unfortunately I am in love with another game because I decided I want to do beauty with a story I can relate to or feel attracted to learning more about.”
- “It's just a confusing puzzle that after the first mission is completed.”
- “I thought this game was like a story and it gave one the opportunity to make choices but that is not what I'm seeing after downloading the game.”
- “A waste of time where there's no story just a cross puzzle worst game ever!!!!!!!”
humor
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in "Merge Studio" to be hit or miss; while some appreciate the comedic elements, such as the quirky character interactions, others feel the game lacks consistent entertainment value and can become repetitive. Additionally, there are complaints about misleading advertising that detracts from the overall experience.
- “Merge Studio is a really awesome game app that is very easy to play. It's funny that the girl has to make up every single day, and that's just whacked out! I laughed so much; it's so much funnier! That's what I love about this kind of app!”
- “It's hilarious that their advertising claims the video shows gameplay when it doesn't at all.”
- “I actually got free money from the app, but this game is so repetitive it's not funny.”
- “The jokes in this game fall flat and feel forced, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I expected some clever humor, but instead, I was met with tired clichés and unoriginal gags.”
music
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the chill background tracks and catchy tunes that enhance the experience. However, some users express frustration with the game's aesthetics and monetization strategies, which detract from their overall enjoyment.
- “I like the chill background music, as well as the depth between each level and every character.”
- “The music is actually catchy, which adds to the overall experience of the game.”
- “The music is catchy, but it feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “While the soundtrack has some good moments, it quickly becomes monotonous.”
- “The music doesn't match the game's theme, making it feel out of place.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, boring, and slow, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “The whole thing becomes so tedious.”
- “Tedious, boring, and slow.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that the game's optimization has seen improvements in performance, although some remain skeptical about the extent of these enhancements.
- “The optimization in this game has significantly improved performance, making for a smoother experience.”
- “I noticed a remarkable enhancement in frame rates after the latest update, which really elevates the gameplay.”
- “The developers have done an excellent job optimizing the game, resulting in faster load times and reduced lag.”
- “Update 'improved game performance'?!?”
- “The game runs like molasses, even on high-end hardware.”
- “I expected better optimization; the frame drops are unbearable.”
character development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the music is appreciated, there are significant criticisms regarding the aesthetic and character designs, suggesting that character development may be hindered by a focus on monetization and outdated app styles. Overall, the feedback reflects a desire for more engaging and visually appealing character development.
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful growth for the characters; they all seem to follow the same predictable arcs.”
- “The characters lack depth and personality, which makes the story feel flat and unengaging.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the emotional impact of random ads interrupting gameplay, as they can lead to unintended clicks and disrupt the immersive experience.