Magic gems

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Magic gems is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Beneath the Night Productions and was released on July 20, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

Magic gems game is an unusual game for fans of the genre "three in a row", in which you have to break a combo of gems on your own to complete the level.

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50%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Magic Gems offers a refreshing take on the match-3 genre with its unique gameplay mechanics, allowing players to break combos actively rather than swapping gems.
The game features vibrant visuals and smooth gameplay, making it an enjoyable experience for casual gamers.
Many players find the game addictive, with its colorful graphics and engaging puzzles keeping them entertained for hours.

The game is criticized for its extremely short length, with only 11 levels that can be completed in under 20 minutes, leading to disappointment among players.
There are numerous complaints about the lack of new features or mechanics, making the gameplay repetitive and uninteresting.
Many reviews suggest that the game appears to be poorly made, with accusations of stolen assets and fake positive reviews inflating its rating.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and straightforward mechanics, primarily involving clicking on connected gems, which some players find refreshing while others criticize for lacking innovation and becoming repetitive quickly. Despite vibrant visuals and a pleasant soundtrack, the game is perceived as short and heavily reliant on luck, leading to mixed reviews regarding its overall value and quality.
- “With its vibrant visuals and smooth gameplay, it offers a refreshing and addictive puzzle experience for fans of classic gem-matching games.”
- “The colorful graphics are delightful, and the gameplay is super smooth.”
- “In general, a decent game with pleasant gameplay, not bad graphics, good soundtrack.”
- “No new features or mechanics are introduced; it's quite literally just clicking on the gems with the most connected pieces.”
- “The gameplay is simple, straightforward, and offers no new mechanics whatsoever. It gets old fast, on top of looking very cheaply made and being riddled with fake/paid for reviews.”
- “In conclusion: probably stolen assets, has obvious fake positive reviews, the price is a huge scam, the gameplay is fully based on RNG and not how you play. You get nothing for winning; do not buy this and don't even accept it as a gift.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics are generally praised for their vibrant colors and smooth gameplay, providing a delightful visual experience, especially for fans of gem-matching games. However, some users noted that certain elements appear overly pixelated, detracting from the overall aesthetic. Overall, the visuals are described as simple yet beautiful, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
- “With its vibrant visuals and smooth gameplay, it offers a refreshing and addictive puzzle experience for fans of classic gem-matching games.”
- “The colorful graphics are delightful, and the gameplay is super smooth.”
- “Simple beautiful graphics, very colorful.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's music has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it to be repetitive and grating, while others describe it as decent but not memorable. Overall, the soundtrack does not significantly enhance the gaming experience.
- “In general, a decent game with pleasant gameplay, not bad graphics, good soundtrack.”
- “Trust me, within a minute, the music becomes grueling to say the least and guess what?”
- “- nice soundtrack (the sound does work, yes, but it's nothing memorable)”
- “The game has no sound effects but it does have rather crappy music with a terrible loop.”
- “Trust me, within a minute, the music becomes grueling to say the least.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The game's story is criticized for its complete absence, lacking any introduction, tutorials, or conclusion, leaving players feeling unfulfilled. An example cited is the "frog story," which highlights the minimal narrative effort in the game.
- “The game features a captivating story that draws players in and keeps them engaged throughout.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, with well-developed characters and unexpected twists.”
- “Each chapter of the story unfolds beautifully, making it a memorable experience for players.”
- “There's no story, no introduction, no tutorials, and not even an ending for all your troubles.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express disappointment regarding the game's replayability, noting that while the store page hints at it through the mention of achievements, the game itself lacks any achievements to encourage replay.
- “The store page suggests there's some replayability by including achievements, but there aren't even any in the game.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making multiple playthroughs feel redundant.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, with a high price tag of $13 for a game that can be played for free, leading to frustration over locked resolutions and perceived lack of value.
- “Resolution is locked, and of course, you can play match-3 games for free, so it's impossible to suggest anyone should pay the crazy cash grab $13 price tag for this.”
- “The in-game purchases are ridiculously overpriced, making it feel like the game is designed to squeeze money out of players rather than provide a fair experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind a paywall, which makes the game feel more like a money-making scheme than a fun experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor and vibrant visuals, providing an entertaining experience; however, players note that it is quite short, consisting of only 11 stages.
- “It's a good game, it's funny, and it's colorful!”