Merchant

Turn real-world locations into a fantasy MMO adventure

gameMMORPG role-playing fantasy open world

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Our Verdict

Best for

iOS gamers craving location‑based, open‑world fantasy RPGs

Skip if

players without iOS devices or who avoid microtransactions

What is Merchant?

Merchant lets you blend your everyday surroundings with a sprawling fantasy world. Build a lumberjack cabin at your home address, a stone quarry at work, and even an iron mine in your favorite bar, turning real places into in‑game assets. Explore an open‑world RPG where every player contributes to a massive, location‑based economy. As a massively multiplayer online experience, you can trade, quest, and compete with others while the real world becomes your playground.

SpecificationsAI-estimated

developerOberon Interactive

publisherOberon Interactive

age ratingESRB E

multiplayerMassively Multiplayer Online (MMO)

release date2014-06-30

Key Features of Merchant

Map your real address to a virtual lumberjack cabin that generates resources over time.

Establish a stone quarry at your workplace that produces building materials for other players.

Create and manage an iron mine in any favorite bar, turning social spots into profit centers.

Trade resources with a global player base in a persistent, location‑driven economy.

Participate in dynamic quests that adapt to the geographic distribution of players.

Form guilds and alliances based on real‑world proximity or shared interests.

Earn in‑game currency and items through real‑world activities and exploration.

Sync progress across iOS devices, allowing seamless play whether at home or on the go.

Use Cases for Merchant

Home Base Development

Build and upgrade a personal cabin at your residence.

Workplace Resource Production

Run a stone quarry from your office location.

Social Spot Mining

Set up an iron mine in a favorite bar to earn extra loot.

Global Trade

Exchange resources with players worldwide in a shared economy.

Pros & Cons of Merchant

Pros

Innovative real‑world integration
Rich open‑world RPG experience
Robust player‑driven economy
Cross‑device iOS support

Cons

Limited to iOS platform
Requires GPS access, which may affect battery life
Freemium model includes optional microtransactions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Merchant free to play?

Yes, Merchant is free-to-play with optional in‑app purchases.

Can I play without an internet connection?

Basic location features require an internet connection; offline play is limited.

What iOS versions are supported?

Merchant supports iOS 12 and later.

Do I need to be at the real location to use its in‑game building?

Yes, the game ties virtual structures to your actual GPS coordinates.

Pricing Overview

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Freemium

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