# Matching Diary

> Start a fantasy adventure of puzzle match, merge and collection!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.joyplay.mergematch](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.joyplay.mergematch)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.joyplay.mergematch`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** JoyPlay Pte.Ltd.
- **Category:** GAME\_CASUAL
- **Downloads:** 121,864
- **Rating:** 4.44 / 5 (1,068 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.5
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-15
- **First published:** 2025-03-21
- **Publisher country:** SG
- **Size:** 677 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joyplay.mergematch)
- **Website:** [http://www.wejoyplay.com](http://www.wejoyplay.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.wejoyplay.com/privacypolicy/](https://www.wejoyplay.com/privacypolicy/)

## Description

Matching Diary blends classic match-3 puzzle gameplay with rich card collection and merge mechanics in a casual, strategic package. Build your collection from hundreds of unique cards, upgrade rarities, and enjoy multiple game modes, including time-limited challenges and moving obstacles.

Guilds and rankings add social competition: join a global guild, team up for missions, earn generous rewards, and climb real-time leaderboards with exclusive titles.

## Rankings

- #201,610 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.joyplay.mergematch.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.joyplay.mergematch.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`

## Review summary

Overall, players praise Matching Diary for its fun, engaging gameplay and strong visuals, often rating it above other match-3 games. Common downsides are intrusive ads, progression stagnation (being stuck on levels and few new levels), balance changes that push boosters due to limited moves, and occasional bugs. Despite these issues, the core experience remains appealing when ads are minimized and progression flows more smoothly.

### Pros

- Fun and engaging match-3 style gameplay.
- Excellent graphics with beautiful decorations and designs.
- Generally high-quality and better than most match-3 games.
- Easy to pick up and quick to play.

### Cons

- Excessive ads that interrupt play and can cause restarts.
- Progression issues like being stuck on a level and lack of new levels for long periods.
- Balance issues after updates requiring boosters and too few moves.
- Occasional bugs/glitches (e.g., merging feature not working).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.joyplay.mergematch)