Jewel Vampire Castle

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Jewel Vampire Castle is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by V2R and was released on February 22, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Jewel Vampire Castle" is a match-3 puzzle game where you help vampire Elina protect her castle through dozens of missions. The game offers 600 stages, colorful graphics, and offline play, but saved data is lost when the app is deleted or the device is replaced. It includes in-app purchases and various ads. For assistance, contact .

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,125 reviews

graphics90 positive mentions

monetization177 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a charming gothic theme that appeals to fans of vampires and spooky aesthetics.
Gameplay is enjoyable and relaxing, making it a great way to pass the time without feeling overly challenged.
Many players appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the game, often finding it hard to put down.

The game is plagued by an excessive number of ads, which disrupt the gameplay experience and frustrate players.
Some levels are considered too easy, leading to a lack of challenge and engagement as players progress.
Technical issues such as freezing and glitches have been reported, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

monetization
184 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
1%
96%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on advertisements, which players frequently criticize as excessive and intrusive. Many users report being bombarded with ads after nearly every level, during gameplay, and in various forms, leading to frustration and some considering uninstalling the game. While a few players appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the overall sentiment indicates that the ad frequency detracts significantly from the gaming experience.
- “Good game and no microtransactions.”
- “Lots of fun and almost no ads! ”
- “Will see how far I can go without making an in-app purchase.”
- “The number of ads in this game is outrageous; it's so bad I'm deleting the game.”
- “I understand you guys want to make some money from your free game, but the level only lasts like a minute, and then an ad that lasts as long as the level took, and then banner ads, and ads plastered on screens between levels.”
- “The game is more centered around ads than anything.”
graphics
130 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
29%
2%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their vibrant colors, beautiful artwork, and smooth animations, contributing to an engaging visual experience. Many users appreciate the creative designs and themes, particularly the cute characters and spooky elements, although some mention occasional visibility issues in certain levels. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the fun and addictive nature of the gameplay.
- “Beautiful, crisp graphics and smooth gameplay.”
- “Outstanding graphics.”
- “Exceptionally well designed game from the gameplay to the beautiful vibrant graphics; it all is phenomenal.”
- “I take one star off because I think the graphics could improve by removing the skeletons and having the vampire girl only.”
- “Graphics not clear enough, but I love all your games, great fun ”
- “Love the graphics, but when the ads began to interrupt me while playing it didn't matter anymore.”
stability
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
81%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing during gameplay, particularly after watching ads or reaching certain levels. While some players find the game enjoyable and free of glitches at times, the recurring need to force stop and reload the game has led to frustration and lower ratings. Overall, the stability issues detract from the overall experience, with many users expressing hope for future fixes.
- “Fun and colorful, no glitches so far.”
- “Fun game so far, no glitches.”
- “So far it's good, no glitches or anything.”
- “I shouldn't endure an ad after every level and it keeps on freezing when I have to watch an ad for 5 more moves or even after winning a level and of course after watching an ad...and go to push next, it freezes.”
- “Very interesting, fun, should get 5 stars but it constantly freezes up, requires a 'force stop' and reload.”
- “Every other level, the game freezes and I have to close the game, open the game again to play!”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
22%
17%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it soothing and enjoyable, enhancing their overall experience. However, some users expressed a desire for more variety, noting that the repetitive tracks can become monotonous. Overall, the music complements the game's vibrant graphics and themes, contributing positively to the gameplay atmosphere.
- “Definitely love to play this game after a hard day's work...the music is soothing to me.”
- “Great graphics and music!”
- “Love the music so far, I like the game.”
- “Well it was all good and everything, but with that background music, I kept looking for a Harry Potter.”
- “Harry Potter-style music.”
- “Like the music and the chains.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
15%
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The gameplay is praised for its smooth mechanics, beautiful graphics, and engaging challenges, making it one of the best in the match-3 genre. However, the presence of intrusive ads significantly detracts from the overall experience, with some players expressing a desire for an ad-free option. Despite these issues, many users appreciate the game's vibrant visuals and relaxing nature.
- “I paid a few dollars for the ad-free version, not because I found the ads intrusive but because I wanted to support the devs. It just provides a pleasant gameplay experience.”
- “Love the beautiful artwork and the animated power-ups in the gameplay.”
- “Beautiful, crisp graphics and smooth gameplay.”
- “Then there's the pop-up ads always on the screen during gameplay, the ads to watch for rewards, and no way to pay for an ad-free experience.”
- “Too bad really, mechanically it's one of the best match-3 games, but the spam makes it intolerable.”
- “I really hope the gameplay improves; there's so much potential here.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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Players appreciate the engaging gameplay and immersive atmosphere, likening their experience to a vampire's quest, but many express a desire for a more developed storyline. While some feel that the lack of a narrative is acceptable given the game's focus on puzzles and missions, others believe that adding more story elements could enhance the overall experience.
- “I love vampires; I feel like one on a quest while playing the levels to complete the tasks.”
- “Nice music, weather changes, lots of missions, not tons of ads bugging my gameplay.”
- “The puzzle challenges are fun, but I wish it had a storyline; with a game like this, it's not needed.”
- “You should add more of a story.”
- “I love vampires, yet I feel like I'm on a quest while playing the levels to complete the tasks.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing glitches, such as freezing while still allowing players to interact with ads, which adds a layer of comedic frustration. Overall, players find the game to be both funny and enjoyable, with a lighthearted tone that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “Very funny and playable game.”
- “Funny and fun.”
- “Very funny!”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its pleasing and spooky elements, effectively immersing players in a ghoul and goblin theme that enhances the overall experience, even if some gameplay aspects, like short game length and persistent hints, are less favorable.
- “Good match-3 game with a fun atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is so pleasing that for an hour or two it made me overlook the painfully short games with 'hints' that cannot be turned off.”
- “I really like the whole ghoul and goblin, spooky atmosphere/theme.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the frequent ads that interrupt gameplay after every level.
- “Ads after every level are tedious.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is noted for its excellent optimization, with users reporting that it runs smoothly without any significant performance issues.
- “The game runs smoothly, providing a seamless experience.”
- “Optimization is top-notch, allowing for high performance even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate throughout.”