MergeShift is a highly polished, visually vibrant, and endlessly replayable puzzle game that combines the strategic satisfaction of classic 2048 with the addictive tile-placement depth of Match-3 mechanics, creating a uniquely smooth and modern merging experience that both casual players and puzzle veterans can enjoy for hours on end. Instead of sliding the entire board, MergeShift gives you complete control over every move by letting you place each incoming tile exactly where you want it, encouraging smart formation planning, chain-reaction setups, and tactical problem solving as the board steadily fills and the numbers climb higher. Every merge feels rewarding thanks to glossy candy-style tiles, soft lighting, satisfying animations, and clean sound effects that make even simple actions feel crisp and responsive. The game gradually ramps up in complexity as you generate bigger and bigger numbers — from early tiles like 2, 4, and 8 to explosive late-game pieces such as 16K, 128K, 256K, and the ultimate 1M tile — all while trying to maintain board space and avoid getting