Bejeweled 2 Deluxe

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Bejeweled 2 Deluxe is a captivating puzzle game where players match and switch vibrant jewels to create cascading combos. It offers four exciting modes: Classic, Action, Puzzle, and Endless, each presenting unique challenges and rewards. With its mesmerizing visuals, immersive soundtrack, and progressively difficult levels, this game provides hours of engrossing entertainment.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 840 reviews

music76 positive mentions

story8 negative mentions

Bejeweled 2 offers a nostalgic experience with its addictive gameplay and beautiful soundtrack, making it a timeless classic.
The game features multiple modes, including Puzzle and Endless, providing variety and a relaxing experience without microtransactions.
Players appreciate the simple yet engaging mechanics, which allow for hours of fun and a sense of achievement through matching gems.

The graphics are considered outdated, and some players feel that the game lacks the polish of more modern titles like Bejeweled 3.
There are reports of technical issues, such as crashes on launch and problems with hardware acceleration on modern systems.
Some players find the hidden game modes difficult to unlock, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

music
156 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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49%
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The music in Bejeweled 2 is widely praised for its exceptional quality, featuring a captivating blend of ambient, synth, and vaporwave influences that enhance the game's space theme. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as both relaxing and addictive, often noting its ability to evoke nostalgia while providing a soothing backdrop for gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, elevating the experience and making it a key reason to play the game.
- “This is an incredible game. I was absolutely captured instantly by the addictive, simple gameplay, the atmosphere was chilling, ambient and spacey, and the soundtrack, oh my god, it was an interesting combination of industrial synth flourishes and bombastic, epic, chilling and atmospheric 80's inspired vaporwave.”
- “The music is quite calming as well.”
- “Put this game under 'great soundtrack' then people will know why this game is great, not just because it's from my childhood, but because this music gives a feeling of excitement and relaxation.”
- “You match jewels while you listen to music that goes way too hard to be in a game like this.”
- “This game's soundtrack is anywhere from 15x to 20x better than it ought to be and it makes me feel very uncomfortable.”
- “In fact, the soundtrack is basically the only reason to buy this game.”
graphics
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
63%
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The graphics of Bejeweled 2 are generally considered a significant improvement over its predecessor, featuring better visuals, new art, and enhanced sound effects. However, many users note that while the graphics were impressive for their time, they now appear outdated and low-resolution, with some describing them as pixelated or reminiscent of older games. Overall, the aesthetic and atmosphere are appreciated, but the visuals may not hold up well against modern standards.
- “Beautiful graphics by 2004 standards + innovative gameplay mechanics + epic sound effects and music = Bejeweled 2 being one of the best match-3 games of all time.”
- “Great atmosphere, graphics have held up alright, and surprisingly good soundtrack.”
- “The graphics are perfect for the game.”
- “Although, the graphics may look a bit outdated.”
- “But alas this game, like many others, has aged quite badly in relation to visuals and the audio quality seems to have gone downhill.”
- “The graphics really look like they are from 2006, but for what it does, on sale, it's a good game.”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Bejeweled 2 is characterized by its addictive and satisfying match-3 mechanics, offering a blend of relaxing and challenging experiences across various modes, including classic, puzzle, endless, and zen. Players appreciate the innovative features, such as new tiles and power-ups, alongside a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere. While some comparisons to other titles like Bejeweled 3 suggest it may not be as complex, the game's solid mechanics and nostalgic charm make it a beloved classic in the genre.
- “The gameplay is both relaxing and challenging, and the other game modes can either be more tense or zen.”
- “This is an incredible game. I was absolutely captured instantly by the addictive, simple gameplay, the atmosphere was chilling, ambient and spacey, and the soundtrack was an interesting combination of industrial synth flourishes and bombastic, epic, chilling and atmospheric 80's inspired vaporwave.”
- “Simple yet satisfying gameplay, with 4 modes of play (not counting hidden modes).”
- “Bejeweled 2 is just your standard match 3 game, and if you like that kind of gameplay in classic 800 x 600 resolution, well go ahead and get this game.”
- “Still, go look at Bejeweled 3 or other versions if you think they may have more gameplay substance and overall value.”
- “Gameplay is very simple and you get to a zen-like state after a few minutes, producing dopamine.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
57%
The game lacks a traditional story or campaign, focusing instead on puzzle-solving with no narrative elements. While the 'puzzle' mode offers a journey-like experience, it is primarily about increasing scores rather than unfolding a storyline.
- “There's no story or campaign, just some puzzles, so the only thing to do is to increase your score.”
- “The 'puzzle' mode is what you should definitely check out, since it's pretty much a quest or a journey through the stars (basically it is, to some extent, the campaign mode of Bejeweled - no story, obviously).”
- “No story.”
monetization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
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The monetization aspect of Bejeweled 2 is highly praised for its absence of microtransactions and intrusive ads, offering a pure gaming experience reminiscent of a bygone era. Players appreciate that the game does not impose barriers that require payment to continue, making it a refreshing alternative to modern titles that often prioritize profit over player enjoyment. Overall, it is seen as a classic match-3 game that stands out for its straightforward, ad-free gameplay.
- “The best of all, since this is from a previous era: no microtransactions and no barriers (like limited lives that recover slowly with time) that push you to pull out your wallet and hamper your experience when you're not willing or able to pay to continue.”
- “Better than HuniePop because it's not a vehicle for sexy content, better than Candy Crush Saga because it's not designed around predatory microtransactions. Bejeweled 2 is the patrician's match-3 game.”
- “Don't play this game if you're looking for anything beyond a time-waster or aren't actively seeking the novelty of what a match 3 used to be before microtransactions.”
- “It's of course worth mentioning that Bejeweled 2 came out in a time before the PopCap buyout, and as such does not shove advertisements or in-game monetization into your unwilling gullet every five minutes.”
- “Better than HuniePop because it's not a vehicle for sexy content, better than Candy Crush Saga because it's not designed around predatory microtransactions; Bejeweled 2 is the patrician's match-3 game.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its chilling, ambient, and spacey qualities, enhanced by a captivating soundtrack that blends industrial synth and 80's inspired vaporwave elements. Reviewers note the significant effort put into creating a rich atmosphere, with changing environments as players progress through levels, contributing to an immersive experience. Overall, the combination of graphics, sound, and environmental design creates a compelling and engaging atmosphere that resonates with players.
- “This is an incredible game; I was absolutely captured instantly by the addictive, simple gameplay. The atmosphere was chilling, ambient, and spacey, and the soundtrack was an interesting combination of industrial synth flourishes and bombastic, epic, atmospheric 80's inspired vaporwave. Definitely can't recommend it enough.”
- “There was a staggering amount of work put into the atmosphere of this game.”
- “Great atmosphere, graphics have held up alright, and surprisingly good soundtrack.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its high replayability, being described as one of PopCap's all-time greats in the match-3 genre. While it may not reach the replayability levels of Bejeweled 3 or Twist, it still offers a fun experience that players can enjoy repeatedly without aggressive monetization tactics.
- “It's one of PopCap's all-time greats, an endlessly replayable match 3 that isn't after your cash at every waking moment.”
- “Great game and replayable over and over.”
- “Not as great and replayable as Bejeweled 3 or Twist, but still a lot of fun.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort to unlock content, which can feel tedious and frustrating.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “If only the hidden mode behind endless wasn't so tedious to get...”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its use of amusing and quirky shapes, which adds a lighthearted and playful element to the overall experience. Players appreciate the creativity and silliness that these designs bring to the gameplay.
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly on Windows 10, with no significant issues noted.
- “Overall, this is one of the best and runs great on Windows 10.”