Comparison

DV Guide vs Stardom Merge

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DV Guide

This app serves as a comprehensive guide for exploring a magical valley. It offers detailed information on activities like gardening, cooking, and fishing, as well as character quests and storyline progression. Find all necessary details about items, recipes, and more to enhance your in-game experience.

Highlights
  • Activity information (Gardening, Cooking, Fishing, Mining, Digging)
  • Character levels and quests
  • Storyline quest details
  • Comprehensive item list (Vegetables, Recipes)
  • Detailed item information (energy, price, location)
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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DV Guide is a comprehensive mobile application designed to assist villagers in exploring the beautiful and magical world of your Valley. The app provides users with all the necessary information they need to make the most out of their visit to this picturesque destination. The app features a user-friendly interface that allows villagers to easily search information about activities (Gardening, Cooking, Fishing, Mining, Digging), Characters (Levels, Quests), Storyline quests, and more. The app also includes a comprehensive list of all the items that can be found in the game, including Vegetables, Recipes, and other items. Users can also view detailed information about each item, including its energy, price, and location. Overall, the DV Guide app is an essential tool for any villagers. Please note: This app is in no way affiliated with the game developer. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners. All images in the app are public domain, and the developer does not claim any copyright on them.

About

Stardom Merge

Embark on a captivating story of a fallen pop star seeking to reclaim her legacy. Solve merge puzzles, renovate a charming town, and interact with unique characters to uncover mysteries and restore her fame. Enjoy a rich narrative with engaging gameplay and vibrant visuals.

Highlights
  • Story-driven narrative
  • Item merging gameplay
  • Renovation challenges
  • Interact with unique characters
  • Explore a town
  • Online competitive features
Features
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Unravel the story of Evelyn Watson, a once-famed pop star who faced an abrupt fall from stardom. Navigate through betrayal, mystery, and rumors as Evelyn, together with her team, sets out to restore her lost legacy in the serene town of Starlake. With each puzzle solved, merge your way through the challenges and rekindle Evelyn's lost fame. Game Features: • Story-Driven Gameplay: Dive deep into Evelyn's narrative filled with unexpected twists, colorful characters, and the drive to rise again from the ashes of the past. • Merging Fun!: Merge items to evolve them. Discover hundreds of objects and tools to help you on your restoration journey. • Meet Unique Characters: Interact with a diverse cast including Madison, Mia, Hailey, Amelia, and the mysterious Alex Ramirez. Learn their backstories and watch their relationships evolve. • Restoration Challenges: From a dilapidated dock to an ancient pizza oven, take part in varied renovation tasks around Starlake. See your progress come alive! • Explore Starlake: Uncover hidden mysteries, treasures, and tales of the town. Can Evelyn find her new start in this quaint place? • Market Deliveries by Boat: Receive supplies, surprises, and challenges delivered right to your dock. • Music & Graphics: Enjoy a gripping soundtrack that resonates with Evelyn’s journey and captivating graphics that bring Starlake to life. • Online Features: Compete with friends, attend special events, and get exclusive rewards. • Regular Updates: Stay tuned for exciting new chapters, features, and stories!

Screenshots

DV Guide4 screens
Stardom Merge4 screens

Verdict

The call

DV Guide and Stardom Merge both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of DV Guide's written reviews are positive against 11% of Stardom Merge's. DV Guide also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6). Stardom Merge's advantage is ratings volume (130 vs 4) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stardom Merge sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. DV Guide asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DV Guide against 4.7 for Stardom Merge. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stardom Merge has 130 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of DV Guide's written reviews are positive against 11% of Stardom Merge's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DV Guide ships an update every 3 weeks, Stardom Merge every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DV Guide versus Stardom Merge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDV GuideStardom Merge
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better4.7 (130 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better10.5% of reviews
Number of ratings4130 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB287 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperWesley de GrootOmnio Oyun Yazilim ve Pazarlama Anonim Sirketi

Customer experience

DV Guide

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Stardom Merge

All ratings119 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive10.5%
Neutral15.8%
Negative73.7%

In-app purchases

None

DV Guide

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Stardom Merge

One-time6
  • Gem Handful$1.99
  • Gem Grab$4.99
  • Gem Basket$9.99
Show 3 more
  • Gem Bag$19.99
  • Gem Basket$49.99
  • Gem Fest$99.99

Questions

Is DV Guide free?
DV Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stardom Merge free?
Stardom Merge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DV Guide or Stardom Merge?
DV Guide is rated higher. DV Guide averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Stardom Merge averages 4.7 from 130 ratings.
Do DV Guide or Stardom Merge have ads?
Both DV Guide and Stardom Merge show ads.
Which is updated more often, DV Guide or Stardom Merge?
DV Guide ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stardom Merge every 11 days. Most recently, DV Guide was updated on October 10, 2026 and Stardom Merge on October 14, 2026.

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