- February 24, 2009
- Infinite Interactive
- 4h median play time
Puzzle Quest Galactrix
It's not technically inferior, but Galactrix just doesn't excite in the same way as Puzzle Quest did.
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"Puzzle Quest: Galactrix" is a turn-based puzzle RPG set in space, where you must solve match-3 puzzles to battle enemies and uncover the secrets of the galaxy. With over 30 hours of gameplay, you can customize and build a fleet of ships, discover over 150 different weapons, and complete hundreds of missions in the single-player campaign. The game features an all-new redesigned puzzle board, providing a fresh challenge for both new and returning players.







- The hexagonal grid and variable gravity mechanics add a unique twist to the match-3 gameplay, making it more challenging and strategic.
- The game features a variety of mini-games and RPG elements, providing depth and engagement beyond simple gem matching.
- The storyline and sci-fi setting are enjoyable, offering enough context to keep players invested in the game.
- The game is plagued by frequent crashes, making it frustrating and unplayable for many users.
- The AI is perceived as cheating, often getting advantageous combos that the player cannot replicate, leading to a feeling of unfairness.
- The hacking mini-game and other mechanics can feel tedious and overly complicated, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- story416 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story in "Puzzle Quest: Galactrix" is generally viewed as weak and uninspired, with many reviewers noting it lacks the depth and engagement found in earlier titles of the series. While some appreciate the lightweight narrative and the context it provides for gameplay, others criticize it for being tedious and filled with repetitive fetch quests. Overall, the game's plot fails to captivate players, leading many to recommend the original "Puzzle Quest" or its sequel instead.
“The scope of this game is huge, with multiple mini-games, and a decent story to boot.”
“It has enough variation to keep you entertained and enough storyline to get invested in without becoming bogged down in cut scenes.”
“The dialogue is great, the battles and mining are fun, the quests (though tedious at times) are well written and unique.”
“The storyline is admittedly well written, and I like the concept of the faction system, but it's kinda jolting when I'm in the middle of something and the game randomly crashes out, so I've never finished the story.”
“The story is dull.”
“Finally, the story and side quests are bland with little variation and many of the crew doing nothing but symbolizing you've unlocked a new feature in the story and devoid of personality.”
Puzzle Quest: Galactrix
The beauty of the Puzzle Quest series is that it takes two very different types of games and combines them into fun and interesting packages. The base is essentially a simple role-playing game (RPG) in which your character builds up power through a series of battles and adventures, finally taking o
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It's not technically inferior, but Galactrix just doesn't excite in the same way as Puzzle Quest did.
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