Minetap – Merge rpg clicker | Game Brain

Minetap – Merge rpg clicker is a puzzle game with good graphics, addictive tap-to-mine gameplay, and the ability to merge and craft heroes. However, the game is plagued with bugs, excessive advertising, and requires a lot of grinding. As the game's description states, it is a merge & craft game with a focus on tap crafting and mining heroes. Overall, it's an entertaining game, but the negatives may deter some players.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,863 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

monetization361 negative mentions

The game is enjoyable and provides a fun experience for players who like idle and merge games.
The graphics and design are appealing, reminiscent of Minecraft, which adds to the overall charm.
The game offers a good amount of content for a free-to-play title, with optional ads for bonuses.

The monetization system is aggressive, with compulsory ads that interrupt gameplay and push players towards in-app purchases.
Many players experience bugs, such as losing progress or items, which can lead to frustration.
The game can be completed quickly, leading to a lack of long-term engagement and content.

monetization
393 mentions
5 % positive mentions
3 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The monetization system in the game has been widely criticized for its aggressive and intrusive nature, with many players reporting a significant increase in forced ads after initial gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the mandatory ads that interrupt gameplay—especially when accessing menus or inventory—have led to frustration and claims of the game being a cash grab. Additionally, players have expressed dissatisfaction with in-app purchases, particularly regarding the ineffectiveness of ad removal options, which do not eliminate all ads as promised.
- “I give it a 5 because there are no ads, you don't have to pay for anything, and it's just like Minecraft but you can't get hurt and you can't go in creative. It shows how to build real tools in real life basically.”
- “Just grateful no ads every second, thank you!!”
- “Nice game with no ads and is actually high quality... 5/5”
- “The biggest issue is with the ads system.”
- “I was already watching the ads for the benefits, but when they became mandatory, it became unbearable.”
- “Don't waste your time on this game, scammers paradise, the best stuff you can only get by paying and if you pay to have ads removed, it doesn't even remove the ads.”
gameplay
40 mentions
30 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its simplicity and addictiveness, while others criticize it for being repetitive and plagued by intrusive ads that disrupt the experience. Many users suggest the addition of deeper mechanics, such as a rebirth or prestige system, to enhance engagement and provide more meaningful progression. Overall, while the game has potential with its appealing graphics and mechanics, it requires significant improvements in balance and polish to elevate the gameplay experience.
- “Very addicting and entertaining Minecraft-themed merge game that rewards active gameplay unlike most other merge games.”
- “Gameplay overall is good.”
- “Great time passer, ads are not too intrusive, relaxing but in-depth gameplay.”
- “I struggled to even finish the tutorial because the game kept freezing, and the ads would freeze up the instant they start playing, making them unskippable. I would have to close and reopen the app just to get another 5 minutes of gameplay. Fix it and I may reinstall it and rate higher; otherwise, amazing designs so far and really wish that it wasn't so unplayable.”
- “Repetitive actions are used for gameplay length way too much; I'd suggest adding deeper mechanics.”
- “Ads are too abundant and interrupt gameplay. Optional ads for increased rewards don't work, and there's no point in progression other than to progress. The developer obviously rips off the ideas and, arguably, the assets of others because this developer doesn't have an ounce of creativity or imagination that's normally needed to make a halfway decent game.”
story
35 mentions
9 % positive mentions
83 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The game's story and quest system are generally engaging, offering a variety of missions that keep players invested. However, many users report frustrating bugs that prevent quest completion and reward collection, leading to a disjointed experience. While the quests provide a semblance of narrative progression, issues with quest tracking and the lack of a satisfying conclusion detract from the overall storytelling experience.
- “Overall though, good game and the quests are interesting.”
- “It has some kind of storyline to it unlike other tapping/merging games, but one bad thing is you can't melt more than one thing at a time. However, it has no pop-up ads, which makes it easier to play.”
- “You need to add something like a villager with quests who can give you emeralds, blocks, and gold, and always have quests available.”
- “The 'end' of the game is completely unsatisfying, no fanfare, no story, just some more useless gold nuggets.”
- “A big one is lots of the quests don't unlock.”
- “I am annoyed with the fact that I've done multiple quests but it won't say I've done them because I did them before they were assigned.”
grinding
31 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's grinding mechanics are widely criticized for being excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly in acquiring emeralds and upgrading gear. Many players feel that the grind detracts from the overall enjoyment, often leading to a pay-to-win scenario where real money is needed to progress efficiently. While some find the game fun and addictive despite the grinding, the repetitive nature of farming and the slow pace of advancement can make it frustrating, especially in the later stages.
- “The second thing is getting emeralds is really tedious.”
- “Grinding for so little outcome with the houses makes it not even worth it.”
- “It is incredibly slow and tedious to try for 2000 emeralds when it is 35 minutes for 2.”
stability
28 mentions
7 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, others express frustration over lost progress and unresponsive features, leading to a call for urgent fixes. Overall, the game's fun factor is overshadowed by its instability, prompting a range of ratings from users.
- “Mainly because it isn't buggy (from what I experienced so far), it is fun and interesting.”
- “Is fun and is cool; eventually I have fun even though I'm kinda bored of the game. But the game is still a good rate; at least no glitches, lagging, or bugs, so this is why I rate it 4/5.”
- “I have maxed out all of my gear and unlocked every block, and when I click on mine a block it gives me cake. I closed the game, and now when I start it again, the whole game is glitched and I can't play it due to having maxed out every value. The mining block is stuck at 10 hits, I have a blank text box above the screen, and there is a single chest in the middle of the screen that I can click and drag around anywhere I want off-screen. I can't play the game anymore until the values are fixed.”
- “It's an amazing game and fun to play, but a lot of the time the game crashes or freezes and just stops abruptly. More than half the time, ads that you willingly watch end up closing the game and not giving whatever bonus it should.”
- “I rate it 1 star because I find the game buggy. When I click the bookshelves to claim my achievements, pickaxe, and 3000 gold, there is no item icon, only a question mark.”
graphics
19 mentions
42 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their polish and artistic quality, with many users appreciating the artwork and style. However, some players report significant lag and crashes, particularly on mobile devices, suggesting a need for adjustable graphic settings to improve performance. Overall, while the visuals are well-received, technical issues detract from the experience for some users.
- “Devs did really well on the artwork.”
- “Art style is perfect and gameplay is very simple (in a good way).”
- “This game is awesome; the graphics on this game are great, and the gameplay is great too.”
- “The game has no option for graphic settings; it's not a constant bombardment of ads but due to the graphics it has lag issues and crashes frequently.”
- “If it had an option to run it on worse graphics so the actual playing would be smoother, it would be heaps better.”
- “I'm trying to play this game so many times it finally loaded me in but I couldn't even start the game because it was really so laggy. Just playing on my phone is so difficult; can you please make it not laggy for Android and add less details and low graphics?”
music
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as calming and relaxing, enhancing the gameplay experience for some users. However, there are significant issues with sound settings, as many players report that turning off the music and sound effects does not fully mute them, leading to frustration. Overall, while the music is appreciated by some, technical problems detract from the enjoyment.
- “The music is calming and the soft noises it makes it nice.”
- “It's relaxing with music, recommended to play 👌”
- “I like the gameplay and music.”
- “I turned off game sounds and music in settings, yet all game sounds play in the village, and some ads still play sound (though this might be an ad-based issue).”
- “If I could give it any less, I would. The game sucks and it almost shut off my whole phone. Whenever I was playing it and listening to music, my phone froze for like 25 minutes and then shut off. It wouldn't turn back on, but the game was still there. The sounds are annoying; y'all should fix the game. If you don't, then people are going to not like it, so I consider not playing.”
- “Turning off sound and music doesn't turn it off.”
humor
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is initially entertaining but tends to become repetitive and less effective over time. While some players find it clever and amusing, others feel it lacks consistency and depth. Overall, the comedic elements provide some enjoyment, but they may not sustain long-term engagement.
- “It's smart and funny.”
- “Good game, but needs a block and town update; I'm having so much cake it's not even funny.”
- “Funny hee hee ha ha.”
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, with some users expressing frustration over compulsory ads that detract from the experience. However, purchasing an ad removal option may enhance playability for those willing to invest.
- “The game lacks variety, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
- “Once you complete the main storyline, there’s little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to significant lag and a frustrating user experience, with some users even likening it to a poorly designed crypto miner.
- “Additionally, this is either the worst optimized app I've ever had or a crypto miner.”
- “Poor optimization, very laggy.”