7 Wonders of the Ancient World

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7 Wonders of the Ancient World is a single player casual puzzle game with historical and kids themes. It was developed by MumboJumbo and was released on February 18, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"7 Wonders of the Ancient World" is a family-friendly puzzle game that takes players on a journey to explore the ancient wonders of the world. The objective is to solve puzzles and collect resources to build and restore the seven wonders, while learning about their historical significance. With various game modes, including solo and multiplayer, it offers a fun and educational experience for all ages.

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Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Nostalgic charm reminiscent of early 2000s casual games, making it appealing for both older and younger players.
Simple and relaxing gameplay that is easy to pick up, making it a good time-waster.
The game features a unique mechanic of building the Seven Wonders of the World, which adds a fun thematic element.

Graphics and overall presentation feel dated and lack polish compared to modern match-3 games.
The game can become repetitive and grindy, with some levels relying heavily on luck rather than skill.
Performance issues on modern systems, particularly Windows 10, can hinder the gaming experience.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
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The gameplay is primarily a match-3 mechanic reminiscent of Bejeweled, featuring minor variations in stage layouts and power-ups. While some players appreciate its straightforwardness and nostalgic appeal, others find it repetitive and lacking in innovation compared to other titles in the series. Overall, the game offers a basic yet enjoyable experience for fans of the genre, though it may not satisfy those seeking more depth or variety.
- “The match-3 gameplay largely looks unchanged, though there is variation on how the stage layout looks and the effect of power-ups.”
- “The core mechanic is an evolution of Bejeweled, which is really hard to resist if you start giving into it.”
- “I rarely play match-3 games, but somehow the setting of this one really makes wonders. Sure, there are better games with more replayability and better mechanics, but if you are looking for something simply to enjoy yourself, this game is perfect.”
- “The gameplay feels dry and repetitive to me; having seen and played various versions of match-3 games, I didn't see any flaws or bugs.”
- “The music is repetitive and boring, the gameplay isn't fun; really, skip to the good ones.”
- “The main quest is rather short, the gameplay is boring unlike some other games of this type, and the music becomes annoying quickly.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated and basic, reflecting its early 2000s origins, with many reviewers noting graphical glitches and a lack of refinement. While some appreciate the nostalgic charm and serviceable visuals, others find them subpar compared to modern standards, leading to mixed feelings about their overall quality. Despite these criticisms, the graphics maintain the spirit of the game, making it a potentially enjoyable experience for those who can overlook these flaws.
- “The graphics were great and they still keep the spirit of the game.”
- “All of the 7 Wonder games rock nice graphics, great gameplay, well worth the coinage. Hats off to these developers.”
- “Graphics: 4/5 (yes, I know it's no longer the 2000s).”
- “It's old and the graphics are dated, but, unlike a lot of many match-three games, at least this one has an ending.”
- “Although the graphics are generally serviceable, they aren't very well refined considering how basic the game is.”
- “Graphics are crude/cheap when compared to today's standards.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
23%
23%
The music in the game is generally described as charming, catchy, and relaxing, enhancing the overall experience of building ancient Egyptian wonders. While some players find it addictive and nostalgic, others criticize it for being repetitive and boring, suggesting that it can become annoying over time. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight by many, despite mixed opinions on its longevity.
- “The music is really addictive (especially when this game is one of the few you have).”
- “With that being said, fun as hell, music is pretty catchy too.”
- “By far, the best part of this game, in my humble opinion, is the music.”
- “The music is repetitive and boring; the gameplay isn't fun, really, skip to the good ones.”
- “The main quest is rather short, the gameplay is boring unlike some other games of this type; the music becomes annoying quickly.”
- “Music is alright.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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The game's story is considered flimsy and somewhat silly, revolving around the player supervising the construction of the seven wonders of the ancient world. While some players find the narrative fun and educational, particularly in learning about historical facts, others criticize the main quest for being short and the overall gameplay as boring.
- “The story is fun to follow, and you'll learn a few facts about the seven wonders of the ancient world.”
- “This is a puzzle game, with the added story mechanic of finishing levels in order to 'build' the seven wonders of the ancient world.”
- “In a nutshell, you supervise the building of the 7 wonders of the ancient world.”
- “The main quest is rather short, the gameplay is boring unlike some other games of this type, the music becomes annoying quickly.”
- “The story in this game is pretty flimsy; in a nutshell, you supervise the building of the seven wonders of the ancient world.”
- “Also, the plot suggests you to act as a strikebreaker.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers decent replayability, allowing players to revisit completed levels for better scores, though its overall length of about three hours may not justify the cost for some. While it may not have the depth of other titles in the genre, its enjoyable setting makes it a worthwhile experience for casual players.
- “It has great replay value, and I still love the game.”
- “I rarely play match-3 games, but somehow the setting of this one really works wonders. Sure, there are better games with more replayability and better mechanics, but if you are looking for something simply to enjoy yourself, this game is perfect.”
- “3 hours isn't really a good length for the cost of the game.”
- “The game does allow you to go back to previously completed levels to try to get a better score, so it is slightly replayable.”
- “There are better games with more replayability and better mechanics.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively repetitive and tedious, leading to frustration without meaningful rewards. While it may hold some nostalgic charm, the overall experience is marred by a lack of engaging content, particularly in the later stages.
- “While it has some nostalgic value and charm, it's extremely repetitive, grindy, and dull for basically no reward.”
- “Wasn't expecting much from a 13MB game, but this got very tedious very quickly.”
- “The later parts are simply too frustrating and teeth-grinding.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is entertaining and adds to the experience, but players find it challenging to fully appreciate the comedic elements while actively engaged in gameplay.
- “The humor in this game is hilarious and keeps you entertained throughout.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and funny scenarios.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters adds a delightful layer to the gameplay.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the availability of free-to-play match-3 games on platforms like gametop.com, highlighting that these alternatives offer a similar experience to Candy Crush without the intrusive ads and microtransactions.
- “You can find a lot of free-to-play match-3 games for PC, without any microtransactions, at gametop.com instead.”
- “Candy Crush without the ads and microtransactions.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game demonstrates solid stability with no major crashes or bugs reported; however, players have noted the presence of frequent graphical glitches and some erratic behavior during startup and shutdown.
- “I didn't experience any major crashes or bugs, but there are a lot of annoying graphical glitches, and the game tends to freak out a little when opening or closing.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While some players report a smooth experience with no performance issues, others indicate that the game may encounter optimization problems specifically on Windows 10.
- “I never had any issues playing this game, but other reviews suggest the game may have performance issues on Windows 10.”

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7 Wonders of the Ancient World is a casual puzzle game with historical and kids themes.

7 Wonders of the Ancient World is available on PC, Windows, PlayStation 2, Nintendo Ds and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing 7 Wonders of the Ancient World.

7 Wonders of the Ancient World was released on February 18, 2014.

7 Wonders of the Ancient World was developed by MumboJumbo.

7 Wonders of the Ancient World has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

7 Wonders of the Ancient World is a single player game.

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