# Trap Master: Merge Defense

> Thrilling merge defense game!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1553873169](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1553873169)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1553873169`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** PLAYHARD
- **Category:** Casual
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (1,001 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.7.0
- **Last updated:** 2021-10-15
- **First published:** 2021-06-07
- **Size:** 257 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trap-master-merge-defense/id1553873169)
- **Website:** [http://playhardlab.com](http://playhardlab.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/playhardco/privacy-policy-en](https://sites.google.com/view/playhardco/privacy-policy-en)

## Description

Trap Master: Merge Defense is a fast-paced Chrome game where villains rush a cave to steal treasure. Set up unique traps that fling, push, stun, or melt enemies, and defend the jewels with clever combinations.

Strategize with randomized skills, merge traps to power them up, and unleash exciting trap-skill combos. The game is free-to-play with optional in-app purchases. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy are available at https://playhardlab.com/termsofuse/ and https://playhardlab.com/privacypolicy/. Developer contact: trapmaster@playhardlab.com.

## Rankings

- #54,701 — Overall
- #36 — Our Favorite Hidden Gems

## Review summary

Players broadly praise Trap Master: Merge Defense as a fun, easy-to-learn, visually appealing trap-defense/tycoon game with satisfying upgrade mechanics, no mid-round ads, and optional monetization. The standout features include a PvP mode and solid core loop. However, players want more content and variety (more towers/traps/cards) and wish for multiplayer options; some balance tweaks and difficulty adjustments are requested. A few users mentioned bugs like trap passes not granting or mana ability confusion. Overall, it's well-liked and considered a hidden gem, with room for expansions.

### Pros

- Fun, addictive trap-defense/tycoon gameplay.
- Easy to learn and approachable for casual play.
- Great visuals and smooth animations.
- No ads interrupting gameplay; monetization is optional.
- PvP mode and upgrade system add depth and variety.

### Cons

- Endgame content is limited; after beating the game there isn’t much to do and players want updates.
- Not enough traps/towers/cards; limited variety reduces long-term replayability.
- No multiplayer or friends mode; lacks social play options.
- Balance/difficulty tweaks needed (some modes feel too easy; issues like bat spam in versus)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1553873169)