Luxor 3

About

"Luxor 3" is a match-three puzzle game where players shoot colored spheres into a chain to create matches and clear the screen. The game features various power-ups, boss battles, and a level editor for creating and sharing custom levels. Players must work through multiple stages, gradually increasing in difficulty, to reach and defeat the mystical god Ra.

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Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 93 reviews

optimization1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Luxor 3 offers a nostalgic experience with addictive gameplay that appeals to casual gamers and fans of the series.
The game features a variety of modes, including puzzle and survival, along with upgraded graphics and new power-ups that enhance the overall experience.
It's a simple yet challenging match-3 game that provides a relaxing way to pass the time, making it suitable for players of all ages.

The game suffers from outdated graphics and a fixed resolution that may not appeal to modern gamers, especially on widescreen monitors.
Some players find the aiming cursor intrusive and distracting, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
While fun, the game lacks significant content outside of its core mechanics, which may not satisfy those looking for more depth or variety.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as casual and simple, appealing to those who enjoy classic mechanics rather than high-octane action. While it retains the core "vertical zuma" style from previous Luxor titles, it introduces new modes and improvements, such as a puzzle mode and various challenges, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players feel that the mechanics can feel outdated compared to newer alternatives, and the game may require a deeper understanding of its advanced features for optimal enjoyment.
- “Probably one of my favorite games in the Luxor series, a great blend of classic gameplay with polished graphics, feel, theming, and designs (polished compared to most of the other Luxor games anyway).”
- “You get the fun gameplay carried over by Luxor 2, which, in turn, was an improvement on Luxor 1 and Amun Rising.”
- “Like all Luxor titles, the core 'vertical Zuma' gameplay is still there, but 3 goes far beyond 2 in adding extras.”
- “Probably not for people who want high-octane gameplay.”
- “I think it does try to make some improvements in terms of progression and gameplay process, but the base issues make it not for me.”
- “It requires complete knowledge of all of the advanced mechanics, and sometimes even fast reaction on execution.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
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The graphics in this game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the enhanced visuals and polished design compared to earlier titles in the series. While some players appreciate the retro vector style and modern effects, others feel the graphics appear dated, reminiscent of mid-2000s games. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, especially with the option to customize graphics through mods.
- “Probably one of my favorite games in the Luxor series, a great blend of classic gameplay with polished graphics, feel, theming, and designs (polished compared to most of the other Luxor games anyway).”
- “As I said earlier, music and sounds can be a bit repetitive, but the graphics are really amazing, and the story brings it all together, along with the possibility to buy and upgrade items that help you out in the game.”
- “Its retro vector style graphics with modern power-ups and music is awesome!”
- “Graphics looking old”
- “Its graphics and music are definitely mid 2000 era music.”
- “Reminds me of Zuma Deluxe with bad graphics.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around Egyptian gods seeking to reclaim their stolen power and artifacts from Set, featuring multiple level types and enhanced graphics. Players appreciate the engaging narrative that complements the gameplay, alongside the ability to upgrade powers and items. The setting in Ta-Kemet and the inclusion of flavor text enrich the overall experience, drawing comparisons to other titles in the genre.
- “The story is simple: Egyptian gods have come to you to restore their power and artifacts that have been robbed from them by Set.”
- “What sets this one apart from the first two games is the enhanced graphics, new story, upgradable power-ups, and more levels and types.”
- “The story is simple; Egyptian gods have come to you to restore their power and artifacts that have been robbed from them by Set.”
- “Okay, so the game is based on Egyptian gods, and there is a story you follow.”
- “It is set in Ta-Kemet, and the flavor text tells a fitting story.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is often described as repetitive and reminiscent of mid-2000s styles, which may detract from the overall experience. Players suggest muting the music and playing their own to enhance enjoyment while still being able to hear sound effects. Despite the music's shortcomings, the game's impressive graphics and engaging story help to elevate the overall experience.
- “Its retro vector style graphics with modern power-ups and music is awesome!”
- “The music can be a bit repetitive, and the sound effects are a bit loud, so a good piece of advice is to play the game for a while, then turn the music off completely and keep the sound at a maximum of 20-25%. You can then play your own music while still hearing the game sounds pretty well.”
- “As I mentioned earlier, the music and sounds can be a bit repetitive, but the graphics are really amazing, and the story brings it all together, along with the possibility to buy and upgrade items that help you in the game.”
- “Its graphics and music are definitely reminiscent of the mid-2000s era.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game runs smoothly in windowed mode on Windows 8.1 x64, indicating effective optimization for this specific setup.
- “Runs smoothly in windowed mode on Windows 8.1 x64.”