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Puzzle Quest 3

Puzzle Quest 3 is an excellent addition to the match-3 puzzle combat adventure genre. The game is easy to pick up and plays smoothly. With an intriguing story and amazing cast of characters, it's sure to be a hit for people across the board.
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53%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
monetization, grinding
49% User Score Based on 380 reviews
Critic Score 65%Based on 3 reviews

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Puzzle Quest 3 is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Infinity Plus 2 and was released on May 30, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

Embark on a heroic journey across Etheria to discover the meaning behind the ancient Red Dragon's dying words. Prepare for a new Quest!

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story73 positive mentions
monetization21 negative mentions
  • Engaging match-3 gameplay with a unique timer mechanic that adds excitement and strategy.
  • Visually appealing graphics and character designs that enhance the overall experience.
  • Diverse classes and spells allow for varied playstyles and strategies.
  • Heavy reliance on microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics that hinder progression.
  • Repetitive gameplay and lack of meaningful content beyond the initial stages.
  • Clunky user interface and convoluted systems that detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • story
    259 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Puzzle Quest 3" has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its engaging characters and lengthy campaign, while others criticize it for being generic and lacking the depth of its predecessors. Many fans of the original games feel disappointed by the linear narrative and the heavy emphasis on monetization, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the game offers a decent storyline, it struggles to capture the charm and immersive storytelling that defined earlier entries in the series.

    • “Has lots of fun storytelling and strategic depth.”
    • “The story is quite nice and captures the spirit of the original.”
    • “With an intriguing story and amazing cast of characters, it's sure to be a hit for people across the board.”
    • “The story is weak, the characters are forgettable, and the peripheral gameplay - upgrades and comparable - are built around a terrible grind and timed check unlocks that are built to force you to wait to play or spend premium currency to proceed.”
    • “The story missions become too hard to move forward, and then you're just stuck in a loop of doing these pointless loot missions.”
    • “The story is not very interesting.”
  • gameplay
    92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game features a solid match-3 mechanic that many players find enjoyable, with some innovative twists like locking in matches and a timer for moves. However, it is heavily criticized for its predatory microtransaction model, which detracts from the overall experience and introduces a grind-heavy progression system. While the core gameplay is engaging, the overwhelming presence of currencies and upgrade mechanics can make it feel convoluted and less rewarding.

    • “The gameplay feels about how I remember it from Puzzle Quest 1 and 2.”
    • “The core gameplay loop becomes increasingly strategic and thoughtful as you gain spells and abilities.”
    • “The matching gameplay is cool, it's fast, tight, and there is some skill especially in spell usage, but nothing too hard to understand.”
    • “It looks generic, it plays generic, the gameplay loop isn't fun and I don't want to upgrade my gear or recruit a party (and I'm certainly not paying for the privilege).”
    • “The story is weak, the characters are forgettable, and the peripheral gameplay - upgrades and comparable - are built around a terrible grind and timed check unlocks that are built to force you to wait to play or spend premium currency to proceed.”
    • “It's too simplistic, generic, boring, repetitive, rinse & repeat, just sucks, lacks a soul, lacks purpose, lacks strategy, lacks compelling mechanics, lacks everything.”
  • monetization
    43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization in the latest installment of the Puzzle Quest series has been widely criticized as predatory and overly aggressive, with many reviewers labeling it a blatant cash grab. Players express frustration over the excessive reliance on microtransactions, convoluted currency systems, and time-gating mechanics that detract from the overall experience. While some acknowledge that the game can be played without spending money, the pervasive monetization strategies have soured the nostalgia for long-time fans of the franchise.

    • “In-game purchases, for sure, but the game is free.”
    • “The microtransactions part can be completely ignored by people who don't want to spend money without it affecting how fun the game is.”
    • “Well, it appears they listened to some of the feedback and they fixed some of the monetization as well as adding a turn-based, action point system to matches instead of a timer.”
    • “The game has lost the charm of the original, becoming a boring grind with intrusive monetization.”
    • “This game employs every predatory monetization strategy in the metaphorical 'why free-to-play games are evil' book.”
    • “To have waited this long for another mainline entry to the series and we're presented with this free-to-play cash grab drivel hurts my soul.”
  • graphics
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the modern, colorful aesthetic and character designs, while others criticize the transition to 3D graphics, feeling it detracts from the overall experience and nostalgia of the original titles. Many users note that the graphics are visually appealing but may be overly complex for a puzzle game, leading to performance issues and distractions during gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are considered an improvement over some predecessors, they are not universally praised and have sparked a debate about the balance between visual appeal and gameplay functionality.

    • “Amazing match3 game... a worthy successor to the previous puzzle quests (although much more graphical), but with much more story... needed 190h to play through all the campaigns and story missions... the music is great, the characters are likable and make you laugh, and Auri is so cute.”
    • “Compared to its predecessors, Puzzle Quest 3 excels in graphics and mechanics, but lacks the immersive story of the earlier titles.”
    • “The graphics are fairly nice and on the higher side for a game with a primarily mobile-friendly build.”
    • “The latest update has affected the graphics on the screen so that when you click on a gem, or anywhere on the gameplay area, it flashes the screen underneath.”
    • “I don't know how they managed to make it look worse than the second game; somehow, they went from a dark theme and styled graphics to 3D ugly characters.”
    • “The harpy enemy is particularly aggravating in this department as it not only provides no value or entertainment to have these graphics, the camera is also following the flight animation of the harpy, constantly moving part of the viewport up and down, which quite frankly is nauseating and distracting.”
  • grinding
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring hundreds of hours for meaningful progress. Critics highlight the game's reliance on microtransactions and a convoluted currency system, which can make the experience feel pay-to-win. While some players appreciate the challenge and enjoy grinding, others feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment and recommend improvements to make the gameplay more engaging.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It is pay to win or you will find yourself grinding for 100 hours to make any meaningful progress in this game.”
    • “Seriously, I stopped and restarted this game 3 times because it just becomes tedious.”
    • “This is one of the worst monetization models that I've seen - there's like seventy different kinds of currency, and although you can earn it all for free, the game was already feeling very grindy after three or four hours of play.”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its ability to enhance the game's excitement and liken it to an action movie soundtrack, others find it repetitive and bland, particularly noting that fight music lacks variety. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, but it may not meet the high expectations set by previous titles in the series.

    • “Amazing match3 game... a worthy successor to the previous puzzle quests (although much more graphical), but with much more story... the music is great, the characters are likable and make you laugh, and Auri is so cute... they are still bringing out new story chapters.”
    • “Now I realize that's not really saying much if you've never played them, but they had flair, they had tactics, real RPG mechanics, and they had goddamn amazing music.”
    • “The music and soundtrack also bring the game to life with all the excitement of an action movie.”
    • “The music feels bland.”
    • “Every fight music was the same.”
    • “Except maybe the boss music.”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and server issues that hinder gameplay. Many players have experienced freezing, unresponsive controls, and loading errors, leading to a perception that the game is not polished and resembles an early access title. While there is hope for improvements in future updates, the current state is marked by instability and frustration.

    • “The game is not very polished and has some bugs and glitches that need to be fixed.”
    • “This is more buggy than you would expect from an early release version; the mouse often freezes at the start of a battle, and you have to stop the game and restart.”
    • “Loading errors, spells and gear not applying effects they are supposed to, display glitches... the list will go on and on.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as amusing but short-lived, with players finding irony in the game's mechanics, particularly the grind for gear and the abundance of in-game gems. The comedic elements seem to stem from the game's free-to-play model and its somewhat absurd monetization strategies, which players find both entertaining and frustrating.

    • “The funny thing is, the gems you earn in-game are actually reasonably plentiful (I have around 1,700) even if you use them for a periodic unlock or revival.”
    • “I'm sure this call was made to try to pillage the player wallet, and it's kind of hilarious how bad the gear grind immediately is.”
    • “It's a funny game for a short time.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight that Puzzle Quest 3 offers significant replayability, particularly due to its free-to-play model on mobile and Steam, allowing users to explore its various features like chests and minions without financial commitment. This accessibility encourages repeated playthroughs and experimentation.

    • “Puzzle Quest 3 offers an incredible level of replayability with its diverse chests, minions, and gameplay mechanics. It's free to play on mobile and Steam, so you have nothing to lose!”
    • “The variety of challenges and the strategic depth in Puzzle Quest 3 make it a game you can return to time and time again.”
    • “With its engaging content and frequent updates, Puzzle Quest 3 keeps players coming back for more, ensuring a fresh experience with each playthrough.”
    • “Puzzle Quest 3's replayability feels lacking; once you've completed the main content, there's little incentive to return.”
    • “The game offers minimal variety in gameplay, making it hard to stay engaged after the initial playthrough.”
    • “After a few hours, I found myself losing interest due to the repetitive nature of the quests and battles.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from bugs and performance issues, suggesting it may be a poorly executed mobile port that lacks proper optimization for PC.

    • “The game also has some bugs and performance issues that need to be fixed.”
    • “I assume it's a poorly done mobile port that was never optimized for PC.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the strategic use of support and curse spells, allowing players to engage with the narrative and their characters' journeys without direct interaction with the board, enhancing the overall immersive experience.

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Puzzle Quest 3 is a casual role playing game with fantasy theme.

Puzzle Quest 3 is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck, iPhone and others.

On average players spend around 69 hours playing Puzzle Quest 3.

Puzzle Quest 3 was released on May 30, 2023.

Puzzle Quest 3 was developed by Infinity Plus 2.

Puzzle Quest 3 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Puzzle Quest 3 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Puzzle Quest 3: RPG Adventure, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, Torchlight Infinite, MARVEL Puzzle Quest, Friends & Dragons - Puzzle RPG and others.