Riverside Merge

About

In "Riverside Merge," players renovate and restore their town by combining and upgrading various objects and buildings. The game encourages creativity and personalization, allowing players to design their town with a variety of themes and decorations. With each merge and renovation, players uncover the town's rich history and work towards making Riverside a thriving and vibrant community once again.

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Play Modes

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

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 880 reviews

story4 positive mentions

monetization106 negative mentions

The game is addictive and enjoyable, providing a fun way to pass the time.
Graphics are cute and the gameplay is engaging, making it a solid merge game.
Players appreciate the variety of challenges and the ability to progress without spending money.

The game is plagued by excessive and disruptive ads, often causing frustration during gameplay.
Many users report technical issues, such as freezing screens and problems with ad rewards not registering.
Progression is hindered by energy limitations and the need to spend money for items, leading to a pay-to-win feel.

monetization
107 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive and intrusive nature of ads. Many users report that ads disrupt gameplay, often freezing the game or appearing at inconvenient times, leading to a poor user experience. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the overall sentiment is that the frequency and forced nature of ads detract significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “The ad for the game is misleading, and the game is a cash grab.”
- “Removing the option to use ads greatly hinders long-term gameplay.”
- “Horrible forced ads before you're really even into the game.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
89%
The stability of the game is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes and black screens, particularly when attempting to watch ads. Many players express frustration over having to restart the app to regain functionality, leading to missed opportunities and a disrupted gaming experience. While some users note the absence of glitches, the overall consensus highlights a pressing need for stability improvements.
- “No glitches so far.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
- “I've experienced consistent performance throughout my playtime.”
- “I can't take it anymore; way too many times when you press 'watch ad', the screen goes completely black and freezes. The only way out is to close the app and reopen it.”
- “Game freezes and the screen goes black. The only way to get back to the game is to restart it. You miss out on tons of stuff because this has not been fixed. It has a dead link in many places! Please fix.”
- “Very annoying; once past the tutorial, it constantly freezes and I can't do anything.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with many users appreciating its presence and coherence compared to similar titles. While some find the characters and narrative bland, others highlight the engaging storyline that enhances gameplay, particularly in the context of rebuilding a city. Overall, the storyline is seen as a positive feature that adds depth to the experience.
- “Has a good storyline and has plenty of bonuses.”
- “Easy to follow and good story line to rebuild the city.”
- “Good merge game, nice story line.”
- “Bland characters and story.”
- “The storyline is okay, but it feels like a jump on the bandwagon app. At least there's a storyline, rather than just 'here do/get/make this.'”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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13%
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The graphics of the game are consistently praised for being cute and visually appealing, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Players appreciate the decent quality of the visuals, describing them as fun and engaging, though some mention the energy refill system as a minor drawback. Overall, the graphics enhance the game's charm and playability.
- “Love the graphics and features.”
- “Pretty graphics and fun to play.”
- “Fun to play with great graphics.”
- “Graphics are cutesy, but the overall quality is lacking.”
- “The graphics are quite cute, but they don't stand out.”
- “This game has decent graphics, but nothing impressive.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Gameplay is generally considered standard, typical of merge games, but is hindered by frequent pop-up ads that detract from the experience. However, some players appreciate that watching ads provides tangible benefits, rather than feeling like a mere monetization tactic. Reducing ad frequency could enhance overall gameplay satisfaction.
- “Reducing that frequency would greatly improve gameplay.”
- “It's the usual in gameplay, but the big plus for me is watching ads accomplishes something, not just a gimmick for the creators of the game to make money.”
- “Gameplay is alright, but honestly, the sheer amount of pop-up ads is quickly getting on my nerves.”
- “Highly misleading ads made the gameplay look like it might be a tiny bit different from the other merge games.”
- “It's the usual gameplay, but the big plus for me is that watching ads accomplishes something, not just a gimmick for the creators of the game to make money.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the repetitive and annoying music in the game, suggesting that the lack of variety detracts from the overall experience. While some acknowledge the option to turn off the music, they feel that a game should offer more engaging audio choices rather than leaving players with no sound or undesirable tracks.
- “Just because you had to put the same annoying music from Merge Villa or whatever the other game is, I know I can probably turn it off, but a game with no music or sound effects does not do it for me.”
- “Have you ever considered another option for the music instead of just turning it off?”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly tedious due to energy levels and timers, which slow down progress and diminish enjoyment. Additionally, issues with ad rewards can further frustrate the experience, making it feel less engaging.
- “Games like this that have energy levels and timers on everything are too slow and soon become too tedious to be fun enough to play.”
- “I was watching an ad to get money in farming, and now it won't let me back to farming.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is widely regarded as very funny, with players appreciating its humor throughout the experience.
- “This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “The humor is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into every aspect, from the characters to the storyline.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be a wholesome experience, evoking positive emotions and fostering a sense of warmth and connection.
- “It is a wholesome game.”