Merge the Jelly

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Merge the Jelly is a single player action game. It received negative reviews from players.

"Merge the Jelly" is a casual game where players merge jellies to discover new ones. However, the game is plagued with bugs and annoying ads that detract from the overall experience. The goal is to merge jellies as you "Merge the Jellies!" to collect and discover them all.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player

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38%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,148 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

monetization897 negative mentions

The game is relaxing and satisfying to play.
Great concept with enjoyable jelly physics.
Fun for short bursts of gameplay.

Excessive ads interrupt gameplay every few minutes.
Recent updates limit jelly usage, making the game less enjoyable.
The game requires an internet connection, contrary to its advertising.

monetization
985 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
1%
91%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads, which often interrupt gameplay every minute or less. Many players report that even after purchasing the "no ads" option, they still encounter ads, leading to feelings of being misled and scammed. Additionally, the introduction of a jelly limit and frequent in-game purchase prompts has been criticized as a cash grab, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I paid for no ads, so it became a good way to distract my mind from other thoughts for as long as I needed.”
- “I really enjoyed this game, and was happy to pay for no ads.”
- “If you just pay for no ads, this is a great addictive game.”
- “It's a good game but it's nothing like what the ad said and that's kinda disappointing but overall I do enjoy this game and for everyone saying 'there's too many ads' just turn off your wifi or put your device in airplane mode and that will stop all the ads.”
- “The sheer amount of ads is ridiculous, constantly interrupting gameplay (you know, the thing you download these things for??) instead of making me want to buy your ad remover it makes me, and others, want to delete your game.”
- “This game is very pleasant and it started off with a small amount of ads, but now I get like 1 ad every 30 seconds, and it gives me only 50 cash, which is literally nothing.”
gameplay
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
66%
15%
The gameplay has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users criticizing the excessive ad interruptions and restrictive mechanics that limit playtime, such as the "jelly" recharge system. While some find the core gameplay concept initially enjoyable, it quickly becomes repetitive and frustrating due to the frequent ads and recent updates that have diminished the overall experience. Overall, players feel that the game prioritizes monetization over genuine enjoyment, leading to a disappointing and tedious gameplay experience.
- “The design is nice, the gameplay is nice and there aren't too many ads.”
- “The gameplay is fun but my phone keeps overheating and the app keeps crashing.”
- “Decent game mechanics.”
- “It was a fun game for 20 minutes, but it has one of those real-time energy mechanics to get you to spend money to play more.”
- “The gameplay is simple, and I got bored of it pretty quickly.”
- “Gameplay is boring and repetitive.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and freezing issues, particularly during gameplay involving multiple elements. While some players have had a smooth experience, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration due to the game's instability, leading to uninstalls and dissatisfaction.
- “This is amazing! I think this because the game has so much detail, there are not many ads, and I just can't stop playing it. It gets all my anger out, and if you have ADHD, I would definitely recommend this for you. It's so peaceful and relaxing. If you're bored, this is always the perfect game for you. You will love it! I downloaded this a few days ago, and I'm still enjoying it now. I'm not getting bored of it; there are no glitches or anything, except if you have a glitchy phone. But if not, this game will be perfect!”
- “It glitches so goddamn much every time there's more than 4 jellies.”
- “Not even a week later, the game glitches severely and won't let me play at all.”
- “I have uninstalled this game 3 times now but every time I get to the part where you prestige up it freezes and I can't do anything at all.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the inability to turn it off and the intrusive nature of ads that often play music from external sources. Many players feel that the lack of background music detracts from the overall experience, and the sound effects, while satisfying, are not enough to compensate for the poor audio management. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a significant drawback, contributing to a disappointing gameplay experience.
- “The jelly sounds are satisfying, but it would be better if they added some background music to enhance the experience.”
- “I uninstalled and reinstalled the game to try to stop the music from constantly playing.”
- “The music in this game sucks and for some reason you can't turn it off. Seems like another one of those games you play for a week and leave; it's somewhat entertaining though.”
- “Terrible game, can't turn off music.”
- “Wish I could give this game less stars. Terrible game, ads every 10 seconds and music from ads still plays when you close them. The only way to get rid of the audio is to completely close the app and risk selling your big jelly when the game loads. Also, they try and force you to buy things with real money and they are all not worth it.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The humor in the game is hit-or-miss; while some players find it amusing initially, particularly with quirky elements like the jelly and unexpected physics, others feel it quickly loses its charm and becomes frustrating. Overall, the comedic aspects are appreciated by some but criticized by others for lacking consistency.
- “Also funny there's a restore purchases button, but I see nowhere to make any purchases.”
- “The physics can be funny when you are far into the game, and I think the physics freak-out is hilarious.”
- “Very fun to play and the jelly is so funny! ”
- “You're not smart, you're not cute, you're not funny, and your mobile market tyranny is despicable and insufferable.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, often feeling limited by resource availability and time constraints. Many express dissatisfaction with the need to either wait for resources to restock or spend money to progress, leading to a sense of stagnation, especially at higher levels. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a barrier to enjoyment rather than a rewarding challenge.
- “While by no means would I call this a bad game, I wouldn't call it good either. It is a casual game, but the play style is tedious. You can't even waste your free time playing it because the resources are limited, and you have to wait for them to restock every 30 seconds. If you run out, you have to wait the entire 30 seconds unless you're willing to spend money.”
- “Now, with the new structure, it cuts off after a few minutes of use unless you want to spend a bunch of time grinding or pay actual money.”
- “I've been grinding for a while now, and I don't think you can actually get past the pain of a level that is level 4.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in the game are described as minimal, which some players find appealing, while others experience performance issues, particularly when handling large quantities of elements, leading to glitches. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some users expressing satisfaction with the visuals, while others are disappointed by the game's inability to manage graphical demands effectively.
- “I was expecting a Tetris-like game that had graphics that were nice to look at.”
- “Will update, asked too quick for a review not even 5 minutes into it, love the graphics so far.”
- “It doesn't seem like it has a lot of graphics, so I'm not sure why this happens. I know it's not my phone because it runs more demanding apps without getting this hot.”
- “The graphics are minimal, and for some reason, it can't handle large quantities of slime until it glitches like crazy.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Users indicate that while the game offers a decent replay value initially, it tends to lose its appeal over time, making it less replayable in the long run. Comparisons to similar titles suggest that there are alternatives with higher replayability.
- “Much more playable.”
- “But alas, it's less replayable after a while.”
- “If you haven't played it yet, the number is somewhat similar and has a higher replay value.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization has seen some improvements, resulting in minimal lag; however, players still report significant overheating issues on their devices within a short playtime, indicating that optimization remains a concern.
- “Best game ever, even though the optimization is lacking; your phone will overheat in under 5 minutes. The rest of the game is good.”
- “They at least somewhat optimized the game to where lag is minimal now.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. While the game is described as fun and casual, technical issues like erratic jelly behavior contribute to a negative emotional experience for players.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is generally well-received, with users appreciating its quality and engaging narrative.