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Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge is a single player puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge is a single-player puzzle game where you restore a charming, magical world through masterful merging mechanics. Featuring an intriguing story filled with humor and high emotion, it offers great visuals and music but can feel very grinding and buggy, occasionally interrupted by annoying ads. Despite its flaws, the experience remains engaging and heartfelt.

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,578 reviews
story334 positive mentions
monetization293 negative mentions

  • The game features a charming art style and engaging storyline that keeps players invested.
  • There are no forced ads, and players can choose to watch ads for rewards, making it a more enjoyable experience.
  • The gameplay is relaxing and allows for casual play without feeling pressured to spend money.
  • The game frequently crashes or gets stuck on the loading screen, making it unplayable for some users.
  • Energy runs out quickly, limiting playtime and making it frustrating to progress without spending money.
  • The storyline abruptly halts after certain levels, leaving players without further content to engage with.
  • story
    712 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its charm, humor, and engaging characters, making it a significant draw for players. While the narrative is often described as cute and whimsical, some users note that it can become less child-friendly in later chapters. However, many appreciate the frequent updates and the ability to progress without being overwhelmed by ads or paywalls, although some express frustration with the energy mechanics that can hinder story advancement. Overall, the storyline is a key factor in player retention, with many eager for future updates.

    • “The story is engaging, the art style is cute, there are no forced ads!”
    • “I love the storyline and the characters; it's what honestly has kept me going.”
    • “The storyline is very cute, looking forward to when there is more of a story added as it's the main reason for me to play these sorts of games.”
    • “I usually get frustrated with merge games like this due to the game board and how long it takes to collect coins to progress the story.”
    • “But it is absolutely infuriating how you can sit and make enough gold to progress through a story event, and sometimes all you get is 'haha, I need to replace this railing!' before you have to sit and wait for energy to replenish.”
    • “I loved this game at first, but now I'm quite disappointed that the story is just... halted... I spent real money on the game, and there's no further story or any update as to when there will be... and when there is, I've already completed so much of the game that the story won't fall in place correctly.”
  • monetization
    378 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch ads for rewards, such as extra energy or items. While some users report issues with ad functionality and occasional crashes, the overall sentiment is that the game strikes a fair balance between free play and optional in-app purchases, allowing players to progress without feeling pressured to spend money. However, there are complaints about the increasing length of ads and the rising costs of in-game purchases, which some players find frustrating.

    • “The in-game purchases are not necessary to play and enjoy the game; they really just let you play for longer at a time.”
    • “No ads unless you want to watch them to get rewards.”
    • “I love that there are no ads unless you choose to watch them yourself!”
    • “I was having such a great time playing this game (even spent money) but after playing more it's started to get more troublesome for 1 watching ads when presented with them crashes the game, the energy level no matter how far you get never increases past 100 making playing for long enough to progress almost impossible without spending money and the level up rewards aren't great.”
    • “I've really been enjoying this game, which is why it utterly despairs me that recently there have been terrible ads that open up the Play Store without clicking anything, crashing the game in the process, which means rewards you were supposed to earn from watching those ads.”
    • “The option to watch ads twice to refill energy then it changed to needing gems and each time you use gems the next time you want energy it doubles the cost, so 20, 40, 80, but all for the same amount of energy.”
  • graphics
    207 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and whimsical art style, which enhances the overall experience and complements the engaging storyline. Players appreciate the charming character designs and vibrant visuals, noting that the aesthetics contribute significantly to the game's appeal. However, some users have reported technical issues that affect gameplay, such as crashes and lag, which detract from the otherwise beautiful graphics.

    • “The art style is adorable while not being too cutesy.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous, very visually appealing, and the gameplay is typical for a merge game, super fun.”
    • “The visuals are stunning, I love the characters so far!”
    • “The graphics are subpar.”
    • “It lags and the graphics and gameplay are so outdated.”
    • “App didn't work at all when downloaded, just showed graphics and random code.”
  • gameplay
    134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity, fun mechanics, and casual nature, making it suitable for short play sessions. Players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads and the ability to earn in-game currency without feeling pressured to spend money. However, some critiques focus on the restrictive energy system, which can limit gameplay time and lead to feelings of monotony, despite the engaging story and charming art style.

    • “The gameplay is simple, fun, and good for short play times that keep you returning.”
    • “The gameplay itself is enjoyable and doesn't feel 'punishing' ever; the energy is quick to fill up so you don't have to be forced to spend money or wait over a day to play more than once.”
    • “The gameplay is satisfying.”
    • “The only actual gameplay is merging items to serve customers, but you're limited by an aggressively stringent energy system that brings any fun you may have been having to a halt unless you buy gems.”
    • “The balance between gameplay and monetization feels exploitative rather than engaging.”
    • “The visuals are gorgeous but there's about 10 minutes of gameplay a day before they start trying to shake you down for money.”
  • humor
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, engaging characters, and funny storylines, which contribute to a charming and entertaining experience. Players appreciate the quirky and unique character interactions, as well as the lighthearted tone that enhances the overall gameplay. The combination of cute graphics and humorous dialogue creates a captivating atmosphere that keeps players invested.

    • “It's genuinely funny and the characters are so unique and well-rounded.”
    • “The storyline is interesting, the characters are engaging, and the dialog is genuinely funny.”
    • “Love this game, funny storylines and cheesy but good jokes thrown in, can play for a quick minute then stop again and no pop-up ads.”
  • stability
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is notably inconsistent, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that hinder gameplay. While some players find the art and story engaging, many express frustration over the game's tendency to freeze, especially after watching ads or during updates, leading to a less enjoyable experience overall. Despite occasional fixes, the persistent bugs have caused some players to uninstall the game entirely.

    • “The art is great, and the gameplay is not very buggy, and the only ads are the ones you choose to watch for rewards.”
    • “Every time the game updates I have to do a fresh install because of screen freezes and crashes.”
    • “Idk if it's my phone but I tried downloading it twice and the same issue happened, I opened the game and it freezes, doesn't let me even play at all, it shows white squares on the sides, and shows 9999 for all coins and diamonds, doesn't let me even open configurations or anything... I really want to play it, but it looks like it's stuck in the 'developing' mode or something.”
    • “But when I finished 'a haunted past' chapter, the game got incredibly buggy; it's unplayable at this point.”
  • music
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its pleasant and relaxing qualities, with many users appreciating the ambient and mystical soundscapes that enhance the gameplay experience. However, some players have reported issues with the music interacting poorly with background audio, leading to crashes, and noted that the music can become repetitive over time. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, technical glitches detract from the experience for some users.

    • “Really makes it more relaxing to play, and easier if I'm already listening to music.”
    • “The music and sound effects are cute too.”
    • “It's really fun and relaxing, and the music and art are beautiful!”
    • “I have even spent money, which I hardly ever do, but there's already glitchy stuff about this app, like how it interacts with background music and sometimes crashes and reopens from other ads.”
    • “If I try playing my music in the background, it also crashes.”
    • “The music does get repetitive, but energy lasts a decent amount of time and the ad options are okay.”
  • grinding
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some appreciate the engaging story and cute art, many feel that the merging and resource management become tedious over time, particularly due to high energy costs and the repetitive nature of tasks. Overall, the game can shift from fun and relaxing to grind-heavy, especially as players progress.

    • “The game was fun and relaxing to start but has slowly become tedious, and my board started to feel cluttered with things that I can do nothing with.”
    • “It takes over 256 merges (2^8) to get to the level 9 flower tree, and once it depletes from level 9 back to 7, it is hugely tedious to build back up.”
    • “Plot was interesting but the merging part gets tedious the further you get; you need to spend tons of energy for like 30-50 coins, and the next story requires 200 coins or more. I really did like it, but this got rather boring.”
  • character development
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development in the game is highly praised for its creativity, diversity, and aesthetic appeal, with players enjoying the engaging story and progressive world-building. The character designs are described as adorable and phenomenal, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, the combination of charming visuals and meaningful character growth enhances the gaming experience.

    • “This is a genuine game; it has the artwork, the story, and character development.”
    • “The characters are diverse and fun, and there's genuine character development.”
    • “The character designs and plot are incredible, and I love the progressive world building throughout!”
  • emotional
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its cute and unique art style, heartwarming storytelling, and engaging writing that features great representation. Players appreciate the humor and depth of the narrative, finding it genuinely touching and enjoyable, which sets it apart from typical mobile games. Overall, the game is described as cozy, wholesome, and a delightful experience that resonates with players on an emotional level.

    • “Cute, unique art, and witty, actually heartwarming, genuinely engaging writing with great representation.”
    • “Humorous, heartfelt, and unique with some interesting twists on the typical formula.”
    • “I never give comments on any games, but this is the cutest, coziest, heartwarming game I've played and I'm loving the plot so much. The character design and personality are on point! ”
  • optimization
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with users noting significant issues such as clunky design, battery drain, and performance lags, especially after the latest update. While some players report occasional smooth performance, the stamina system is criticized for not supporting extended play sessions, indicating a need for further optimization.

    • “I have only experienced performance issues a couple of times over the course of a month of daily play, which was easily fixed with a relaunch.”
    • “The game runs smoothly but for two things.”
    • “Probably needs optimization.”
    • “Even before the update, it was clear this app isn't optimized.”
    • “Definitely not the kind of game to sit down and play for hours, as the stamina consumption, cap, and regen is not optimized for that.”
    • “The game is chill and simple, but unfortunately it has clunky game design and bad optimization that turn this into a battery-sucking app whenever I play it.”
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Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge is a puzzle game.

Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge is available on Phone and Tablet.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge.

Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge was developed by Extra Dimension Games Inc..

Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Starbrew Cafe: Mystical Merge is a single player game.

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