Swipe Merge
An addictive puzzle game where you merge tiles to score points. Swipe (or use the arrow keys on desktop) to move tiles and merge ones with the same value or color to score high!
How to Play
The goal of Swipe Merge is to merge tiles by sliding them to create higher values and get the highest possible score before the board fills up and you run out of possible merges.
Basic Mechanics: Each move slides all tiles on the board in the chosen direction. Tiles merge when they have the same value or the same color, creating a new tile with a higher value.
Game Controls
Master these simple controls to merge tiles effectively:
| Action | How to Do It | How to Do It |
|---|---|---|
| Move Tiles Slide all tiles in one direction |
Swipe your finger in the desired direction (up, down, left, or right) | Use the arrow keys or WASD (up, down, left, or right) |
| Undo Revert the last move |
Tap the undo button (arrow icon) | Press the Z key or click the arrow icon |
| New Game Start a new game |
Tap the "New Game" button | Click the "New Game" button |
| Settings Adjust sound and colorblind mode |
Tap the gear icon | Click the settings (gear) icon |
Merging System
Swipe Merge uses a unique merging system that allows for two types of merges:
- Merge by Value: Two tiles with the same number merge to create a tile with a higher value.
- Merge by Color: Two tiles of the same color can also be merged, even if they have different values.
- Merge Result: The merged tile takes the higher of the two values, plus one.
- New Tile: After each move, a new tile (value 1 or 2) appears in a random empty spot.
Level System
Progress is measured through a dynamic level system:
- Level Up: You level up for every 10 value units the highest tile reaches.
- Score Multiplier: The points from a merge are multiplied by the current level.
- Progressive Colors: Tiles change color as their value increases. There are 7 repeating colors; for example, a tile with value 1 shares the same color as a tile with value 8.
Features and Tools
Swipe Merge includes features designed to enhance your gaming experience:
- Undo System: You can undo the last 5 moves in case you make a mistake or want to try a different strategy.
- Auto-Save: Your progress is automatically saved after each move. You can close your browser and continue later.
- Sound Settings: Turn sound effects on or off for moves, merges, and other actions.
- Colorblind Mode: A color palette specially designed for players with color perception difficulties.
- Score Tracking: See your current score, best score, and highest level reached.
- Smooth Animations: Fluid transitions and visual effects that make the game more engaging and easy to follow.
Game Strategies
Master these techniques to maximize your score and reach higher levels:
- Plan Your Moves: Before swiping, visualize where the tiles will end up and what merges will be created.
- Keep the Corners: Try to keep your highest-value tiles in the corners.
- Build Chains: Look for opportunities to create chain reactions where one merge sets up future ones.
- Manage Space: Keep enough free space to maneuver; a full board with no possible merges means game over.
- Use Color Strategically: Use color merges when value merges aren't available—they can help you reach higher tile values.
- Use Undo Wisely: Save your undos for when you make a real mistake or see a better strategy.
- Be Patient: Don't rush; take your time to evaluate each move, especially when the board gets crowded.
- Enjoy the Progress: Every level you reach is an achievement; celebrate your small wins on the way to higher scores.