Bugs found in Digi Merge for iOS
Digi Merge for iOS is an engaging mobile game that challenges players to combine items to create new, powerful elements. The game features intuitive controls and vibrant graphics that immerse players in its unique merging mechanics.
With its innovative gameplay and interactive interface, Digi Merge offers an enjoyable experience where every merge can lead to surprising outcomes. Players are encouraged to experiment with different combinations to unlock advanced items and progress through increasingly challenging levels.
Our QAwerk team recently conducted a comprehensive Bug Crawl of Digi Merge for iOS and identified several issues that may hinder gameplay and affect the overall user experience. We invite our readers to explore our detailed findings and gain insights into potential improvements for the game.
User cannot drag and drop merged item to proper place on game field
Severity:
Critical
Precondition:
No special preconditions are required.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Open the game and merge two items to create a new one.
- Attempt to drag and drop the merged item to its designated place on the game field.
- Observe the result.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 12
Operation System: iOS 17.6.1
Actual Result:
The user is unable to drag and drop the merged item to its proper position, preventing further progress in the game.
Expected Result:
The merged item should be draggable and placed in the correct location on the game field without any issues.
No messages or dynamic responses after tapping "Restore Purchase" button
Severity:
Major
Precondition:
The account is without any previous purchases.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Open the game and navigate to the Settings screen.
- Tap the “Restore Purchase” button.
- Observe the result.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 12
Operation System: iOS 17.6.1
Actual Result:
There is no response, message, or any visual feedback after tapping the button, leaving the user without confirmation or next steps.
Expected Result:
A message should appear, informing the user that no purchases are available to restore (e.g., “No purchases found”).
Tutorial is restrictive and lacks sufficient guidance for the user
Severity:
Major
Precondition:
No special preconditions are required.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Launch the game and start the tutorial.
- Follow the tutorial instructions.
- Observe the information provided and assess whether it explains the necessary game mechanics.
- Try to proceed beyond the tutorial without external guidance.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 12
Operation System: iOS 17.6.1
Actual Result:
The tutorial is too restrictive, limiting user actions without providing necessary explanations. The information given is insufficient, making it unclear what steps the user should take next, which may cause users to struggle to progress.
Expected Result:
The tutorial should provide clear and comprehensive instructions, allowing the user to understand the game mechanics and progress smoothly.
Text displaying money amount is cropped when exceeding 5 characters
Severity:
Minor
Precondition:
No special preconditions are required.
Steps to Reproduce:
- Earn or add an in-game currency amount that exceeds 5 characters (e.g., 100,000+).
- Observe the display of the money amount in the top-right corner.
Environment:
Device: iPhone 12
Operation System: iOS 17.6.1
Actual Result:
When the money amount exceeds 5 characters, the text gets cropped by the money icon.
Expected Result:
The full money amount should be visible, properly aligned, and not overlapped by the money icon.
I audited Digi Merge for iOS and identified critical functional issues along with significant tutorial and UI challenges that could impede player progress. I recommend immediate corrective measures and extensive regression testing to ensure a smooth and engaging gaming experience.
