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3SwitcheD

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36%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
gameplay, story
36% User Score Based on 216 reviews

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3SwitcheD is a single player casual puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Reality Pump and was released on March 29, 2012. It received negative reviews from players.

"3SwitcheD" is an addictive arcade game that combines classical gameplay with innovative 3D technology, allowing players to change the view by looking in the desired direction through a connected camera. The game offers six challenging modes with vastly different objectives and an innovative 3D environment, providing a unique gaming experience with real 3D looks. Without the 3D feature, it still offers fantastic looks and numerous challenges for players.

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36%
Audience ScoreBased on 216 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
gameplay5 negative mentions
  • 3SwitcheD offers a variety of six enjoyable game modes that add freshness to the classic match-three formula.
  • The game features vibrant graphics and energetic electronic music, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Quality of life features, such as the ability to change the narrator's voice, add a unique touch to the gameplay.
  • The game suffers from excessive DRM, requiring manual entry of activation keys and often locking players in demo mode.
  • Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with no meaningful progression or long-term goals.
  • The 3D eye-tracking feature is seen as a gimmick, often failing to enhance the experience and causing frustration.
  • gameplay
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of 3switched combines traditional gem-matching mechanics with innovative elements like shifting gravity and time-based challenges, aiming to refresh the genre. However, while the game offers a visually polished experience and several modes, it ultimately suffers from a lack of depth and meaningful progression, leading to a repetitive experience that fails to stand out among better-designed puzzle games. Players may find initial enjoyment, but the novelty quickly fades, leaving a mechanically hollow gameplay loop.

    • “Rather than building a complex narrative or expansive world, the studio focuses here on delivering a collection of puzzle variants that mix traditional gem-matching gameplay with unconventional twists.”
    • “While the basic mechanic—matching gems or shapes to clear the board—remains consistent, the developers attempt to keep players engaged by adding new layers such as shifting gravity, time-based challenges, and pathfinding mechanics.”
    • “Fun puzzler with some unique mechanics.”
    • “The result is a title that strives to bring freshness and visual depth to a familiar formula, though its innovations often feel more like curiosities than lasting gameplay improvements.”
    • “After a few hours, the initial novelty of the six modes begins to wear thin, and the lack of evolving challenges or new mechanics leaves the experience feeling repetitive.”
    • “However, its shallow gameplay loop and lack of meaningful progression prevent it from standing out in a crowded field of better-designed puzzle games.”
  • graphics
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the modern, flashy aesthetic and smooth animations, while others criticize them as outdated and reminiscent of early 2000s visuals. Although the game features colorful designs and a polished look, performance issues at higher resolutions and a lack of originality detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the implementation of 3D eye tracking has been noted as problematic, further complicating the visual experience.

    • “Being able to play that game mode again but with flashy, modern looking graphics made me smile inside.”
    • “The colorful gem designs and glossy interface carry a distinctly early-2010s aesthetic—sleek, futuristic, and somewhat flashy.”
    • “The graphics engine, clearly adapted from reality pump’s experience with larger projects, renders smooth animations and dynamic transitions that give the game a polished look.”
    • “However, 3switched is nothing of such; the different game modes are dull and boring and bring nothing exciting. The graphics are horrible, and I know this shouldn't be the main focus for this type of game, but seriously, it could have been so much better.”
    • “- very dated graphics (they look like graphics from the early 2000s)”
    • “The graphics are mediocre at best, even with this 3D view.”
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the calming and decent soundtrack, while others find it repetitive and monotonous, especially during extended play sessions. The voice-over and sound effects also draw varied opinions, with some enjoying the commentary and others finding it annoying. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the atmosphere, its repetitiveness can detract from the experience for some players.

    • “The electronic music is on point.”
    • “Great game, playing in which you can just relax, great voice and music.”
    • “Sure, there might be better match-3 games out there, but this one has a calming soundtrack in the background, some nice animations, a good announcer (in my opinion), and not that bad designs either.”
    • “The visual effects occasionally verge on excessive, making it harder to focus on the puzzles themselves, and the repetitive music loops contribute to a sense of monotony during longer play sessions.”
    • “The soundtrack is pretty bad; it's just a few sounds that replay until it gives you a headache.”
    • “Soundtrack is okay but repetitive.”
  • story
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for being minimal and lacking originality, with many players noting that it feels more like a casual game without a meaningful narrative or progression. Despite its appealing visuals, the absence of a compelling quest or storyline has left players disappointed.

    • “Epic story that captivates and engages the player throughout the experience.”
    • “Such a sad story that resonates with themes found in other games, yet still manages to evoke strong emotions.”
    • “Playing this game feels like enjoying a narrative-driven experience, akin to playing 'Candy Crush' for its story.”
    • “Such a sad story to see so many similarities here that it is in other games.”
    • “There is no story or quest you're signing up for if you buy this game.”
    • “Looks nice and all that, but there is no sort of progression or quest mode to progress through, which was extremely disappointing for me.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and engaging throughout their experience.

    • “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, making even the most challenging moments enjoyable with its lighthearted approach.”
    • “The quirky characters and their funny interactions add a delightful charm to the game, making it a joy to play.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game boasts strong production values for a small-scale puzzle title, it falls short in delivering the cohesive charm and emotional depth that elevate standout games in the genre. However, players do report feeling a sense of achievement and enjoyment throughout their experience, even in moments of failure.

    • “It’s a competent and fun game that made me feel like a winner every step of the way, even when I lose.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is well-optimized, running smoothly on low-end systems thanks to its lightweight design, which allows for good performance alongside decent graphics and music.

    • “Performance-wise, the game runs smoothly even on low-end systems, reflecting its lightweight design and optimization.”
    • “Good performance, decent graphics, and decent music.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of "Falling Stars" tedious, particularly due to the inability to start on higher difficulty levels, which prolongs the process. Additionally, the need for a second life to effectively grind adds to the frustration.

    • “You also cannot start on a higher difficulty in Falling Stars, which makes it tedious.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While some users feel the game may not justify its price, they agree that it offers a level of replayability that makes it worth revisiting.

    • “I wouldn't say it's worth $10, but it is definitely replayable.”
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3SwitcheD is a casual puzzle game with science fiction theme.

3SwitcheD is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

3SwitcheD was released on March 29, 2012.

3SwitcheD was developed by Reality Pump.

3SwitcheD has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

3SwitcheD is a single player game.

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