Jewel Quest
- March 3, 2006
Jewel Quest is a game that includes the first three titles in the series, where players go on a global adventure to find the Golden Jewel Board and save their daughter's sight. The game features 200 levels across 11 regions, 30 different jewels, and various challenges like wild monkeys and head-to-head competition. Players can also collect artifacts and visit every continent while completing quests to earn more jewels.
PC
Xbox
Xbox 360
Reviews
- Jewel Quest is a classic match-3 game series that offers engaging puzzles and a relaxing gameplay experience.
- The game features multiple difficulty levels, providing a good mix of challenge and strategy, especially in later stages.
- The collection includes a variety of games, with Jewel Quest III introducing interesting mechanics that enhance the gameplay.
- The game suffers from technical issues, particularly with mouse controls, making it frustrating and unplayable for some users.
- Many players find the modern match-3 mechanics repetitive and lacking in depth compared to older titles.
- The story elements are minimal and not engaging, leading to a lack of investment in the game's narrative.
- story30 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The "Jewel Quest" series features a varied narrative experience, with the first game offering a basic storyline, while the second game expands on character development and plot depth. However, many players find the story elements to be minimal or lacking in engagement, particularly in the later installments, where gameplay mechanics often overshadow narrative coherence. Overall, while the series is enjoyable for its puzzle challenges, the story is generally considered secondary and not particularly memorable.
“I love the challenge the puzzles provide and the story that goes along with it!”
“The story in this game is much more fleshed out than the first.”
“Instead of trying to integrate the match-three mechanics into the lore, the second game wisely chooses to ignore the match-three mechanics for most of the story, instead making an attempt to develop characters and tell an interesting story.”
“The story is nothing to write home about.”
“Only the first round has a coherent story element; the subsequent rounds repeat 'fun facts' about the board pieces, and there is otherwise no reason to get invested in the game.”
“This jewel quest pack is dynamically designed to enhance that overwhelming boring sensation that drives you to play it in the first place.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Gameplay in the Jewel Quest series varies significantly, with the first two installments being relatively simple and repetitive, while Jewel Quest 3 introduces more complex mechanics that encourage strategic planning. However, the game suffers from issues such as frustratingly blocked areas and a lack of engaging variety, leading to long periods of grinding. Overall, while some new mechanics in the third game are interesting, others feel tedious and detract from the overall experience.
“While Jewel Quest 1 and 2 are pretty simple, Jewel Quest 3 actually had some really neat mechanics that made it more interesting and introduced a lot more planning and strategizing.”
“The graphics are a little dated, but the gameplay more than makes up for them.”
“Some of these mechanics (like the pearls that change the layout of the board) are an interesting addition to the game.”
“There are a total of 36 levels that are meant to be played in five separate gameplay loops, with the boards themselves constant throughout each loop.”
“Each round is differentiated by a set of new obstacles, each of which makes the game harder, but not in a fun way; because of the way the match-three mechanics are set up, key areas on the boards frequently become stuffed with garbage, leading to long periods of grinding in an attempt to free up blocked areas, only for them to immediately get blocked off again.”
“As a game, it's very repetitive in terms of visuals, mechanics, and engagement.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are considered somewhat dated and repetitive, with many users noting that they are only half-decent. However, the overall gameplay experience is seen as compensating for these visual shortcomings.
“The graphics are a little dated, but the gameplay more than makes up for them.”
“Half-decent graphics.”
“As a game, it's very repetitive in terms of visuals, mechanics, and engagement.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game frustrating, as the match-three mechanics often lead to prolonged periods of clearing blocked areas, which can feel tedious and unfun. While there are variations in the boards and an option to skip grinding, this introduces additional obstacles that complicate gameplay further. Overall, the mechanics are perceived as ranging from tedious to poorly designed.
“Each round is differentiated by a set of new obstacles, each of which makes the game harder, but not in a fun way; because of the way the match-three mechanics are set up, key areas on the boards frequently become stuffed with garbage, leading to long periods of grinding in an attempt to free up blocked areas, only for them to immediately get blocked off again.”
“The final set of mechanics range from tedious to outright bad.”
“Unlike the first game, the boards have variations between each round, and there's an option to skip the grinding process, though at the cost of introducing obstacles that block key areas of the board.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its vibrant and colorful soundtrack, which features a diverse blend of tunes that complement the visually appealing backgrounds of the boards.
“The music is very colorful, featuring a nice blend of different genres that perfectly complements the vibrant backgrounds of the boards.”
“The soundtrack is a delightful mix that enhances the overall gaming experience.”
“I love how the diverse music tracks create an engaging atmosphere while playing.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game evokes strong emotional responses, often resonating with personal struggles and challenges. This emotional depth enhances the overall experience, making it relatable and impactful.
“The game truly resonated with me on an emotional level.”
“I found myself deeply moved by the characters' stories and struggles.”
“The emotional depth of the narrative left a lasting impact on me.”
