Jewel Match Origins - Palais Imperial Collector's Edition
- July 29, 2021
- Suricate Software
Get on Steam"Jewel Match Origins - Palais Imperial Collector's Edition" is a match-3 game that takes you back to the Baroque Era. Help young Daniel van Arras build a magnificent palace for the French emperor by traversing vast levels, collecting resources, and exploring bonus mini-games. With 180 levels, different play modes, and the ability to buy upgrades and power-ups, this game offers a challenging and engaging experience.
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Reviews
- Beautiful graphics and animations that enhance the gameplay experience.
- Challenging yet relaxing gameplay with a variety of puzzles and mini-games.
- No microtransactions, providing a complete experience without additional costs.
- The game can occasionally freeze or crash, particularly when purchasing decorations.
- Some achievements may not work properly, leading to frustration for completionists.
- The soundtrack is repetitive and could benefit from more variety.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a puzzle-like approach that incorporates a variety of mechanics, including conveyor belts and unique widgets, enhancing the traditional match-3 experience. Players appreciate the strategic depth and variety, which keeps the gameplay engaging and challenging without becoming frustrating. Overall, it offers a visually appealing and relaxing experience, making it highly recommended for fans of the genre.
“Just the right mix of strategic and low-stakes puzzle gameplay to be a fun thing to work through to unwind.”
“The gameplay they design is always consistently challenging and not frustrating.”
“The gameplay is a lot more puzzle-like than earlier jewel match games; now all the levels have more widgets to manipulate and there are conveyor belts in many levels which often span several/all rooms in a level to move required objects along until they exit the belt.”
“It does provide some motivation to move forward, but it's kind of a tired mechanic for me at this point.”
“There are a lot of mechanics to remember (as with most match 3s), but they're fairly unique to what's usually found in cookie cutter mobile ones.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are consistently praised as beautiful and stunning, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive level maps and realistic 3D-like visuals. Players appreciate the vibrant and appealing design, which enhances the overall gaming experience and sets it apart from other titles in the genre.
“Gorgeous graphics, and the developer really outdid themselves on the level maps this time, which I think are even prettier than the castle scenes you're building.”
“The graphics are absolutely gorgeous with appealing, realistically 3D-like graphics and fabulous castles to 'build' with game perks.”
“The graphics are stunning!”
“Tired of mobile matching clones and outdated graphics in match-3 classics?”
“The graphics look like they haven't been updated since the early 2000s.”
“The visual design feels cheap and lacks any real creativity.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and relaxing, though somewhat repetitive. It complements the excellent graphics and clever gameplay, enhancing the overall experience while players build and strategize.
“Nice and relaxing music, and I love building up the castles and houses.”
“So, pros include excellent graphics and music, clever gameplay, and tough decisions on how to spend limited resources.”
“The same good music, same sparkling graphics, and same crisp sound effects... the same interesting bonus games too.”
“The soundtrack is repetitive, but soothing.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the high replayability of the games, noting their challenging nature and the abundance of varied game elements that contribute to significant replay value.
“Very challenging with lots of varied game elements and tons of replay value.”
“I also find these games to have high replayability.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The main story offers over 40 hours of gameplay, with an additional 10-15 hours of bonus content, leading to a substantial overall experience. Some players expressed relief upon completing the main narrative, indicating it may feel lengthy.
“If you play through the main story, you're going to end up with more than 40 hours of gameplay.”
“I was honestly relieved when I finished the main story, only to find that there's like 10-15 hours more of bonus content.”
“I was honestly relieved when I finished the main story - only to find that there's like 10-15 hours more of bonus content.”
“If you play through the main story, you're going to end up with more than 40 hours.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the lack of microtransactions, finding it refreshing to engage with a game that does not pressure them to spend additional money.
“It is so refreshing to play one without it trying to tug on your wallet with microtransactions.”
