Puzzle Legends: Match-3 RPG

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"Puzzle Legends: Match-3 RPG" is a free-to-play game that combines match-three puzzle mechanics with role-playing game elements. Players can explore a fantasy world, complete quests, and battle enemies using their matching skills. Use promo code PUZZLE for 100 crystals and 5000 gold as a starting bonus. The game features various heroes, items, and abilities to collect and upgrade.

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Play Modes

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

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

monetization5 negative mentions

The game features an enjoyable mix of depth and idle play, providing a good balance of difficulty.
The graphics and art style are praised for creating an immersive magical world.
The RPG elements and engaging puzzles make the game addictive and fun.

Long load times and frequent freezing issues significantly hinder the gameplay experience.
The game is criticized for intrusive ads and a perceived cash grab mentality with high prices for in-game items.
Players report poor pull rates for heroes and bugs that affect gameplay, such as not receiving rewards after achievements.

monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for its intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay, with users expressing frustration over frequent pop-ups and in-app purchase prompts. While some players have managed to avoid ads after making a purchase, the overall sentiment suggests that the game is perceived as a cash grab, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Every castle visit means ads pop up, every single time... very annoying customer experience.”
- “Just a supportive 5 stars, but you have to get rid of the pop-up in-app purchases. It's not cool. I made my first purchase because that didn't happen!”
- “However, this game is a cash grabber.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
Overall, the graphics are well-received, with users praising the art style, user interface, and character design for creating an immersive experience. However, some players noted that improvements are needed, particularly in addressing bugs and enhancing visual quality to match higher standards seen in other games like Call of Antia.
- “The graphics are awesome - it feels like I'm really in a magical world.”
- “Art style, user interface, character design, and game flow all look and feel good.”
- “However, the reason for the 4-star rating is that the graphics need some improvement, and I experienced a bug where I now have two of the exact same hero.”
- “Try to upgrade the graphics a little bit, just like Call of Antia.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is criticized for its lethargic pace, lack of a claim all button for missions, and absence of free starter summons, leading to a frustrating experience. Users also report unsatisfactory matching and noticeable delays in mana gain and skill activation, resulting in a lower rating despite potential for improvement in end-game content.
- “The gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of challenges that keep you invested.”
- “I love how the gameplay mechanics encourage strategic thinking and teamwork.”
- “The controls are smooth and responsive, making for an enjoyable gaming experience.”
- “Gameplay is lethargic, with no claim all button for missions, no free starter summons, and unsatisfying matching. There is a noticeable delay between matching, mana gain, and skill activation.”
- “I can only give it 3 stars because it takes too long to understand what end-game gameplay feels like.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for more control over the music and sound effects in the game, indicating that the inability to turn them off detracts from their overall experience. Many would rate the game higher if this feature were available.
- “How do you turn off the music and effects?”
- “I would give it a 5 if I could turn off the music and effects.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the overall art style, user interface, character design, and game flow are praised, there is no specific mention of character development, suggesting it may not be a standout feature in the game.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game is overshadowed by gameplay issues, including sluggish mechanics and frustrating mission management, which detract from the overall narrative experience. Players express dissatisfaction with the pacing and engagement, indicating that these elements hinder their connection to the story.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express feelings of being manipulated or deceived, indicating that the game's emotional impact left them feeling foolish or misled.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, particularly noting that the game frequently freezes at the start when attempting to interact with other players' land, rendering it unplayable.
- “The game freezes right at the start when you're instructed to click on another player's land; nothing happens.”
- “I experienced constant crashes that made it impossible to progress.”
- “The game is incredibly unstable, often crashing during key moments.”