Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow

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Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by URSE Games and was released on October 30, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Enter a magical fairy-tale world and overcome the evil Crow Witch! After the Crow Witch captures the Months, the world may never see a New Year again!

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story4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Relaxing and accessible match-3 style gameplay with a unique click-to-clear mechanic that simplifies matching while adding strategic elements.
Beautiful, hand-drawn artwork and themed seasonal visuals combined with a soothing orchestral soundtrack create a charming and calming atmosphere.
Includes a substantial amount of content with over 250 levels, additional mini-games such as hidden objects and spot-the-difference, and multiple game modes including Story and Arcade for variety.

Gameplay can become monotonous and repetitive over time, with some levels relying heavily on random chance and occasional frustration due to restart requirements.
Technical issues such as occasional crashes, freezing, and a broken or missing ending reduce the overall experience and leave some story elements unresolved.
Limited customization options including fixed resolution, lack of settings for controls or graphics, and poor adaptation for different monitor aspect ratios hinder the PC gaming experience.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
83%
7%
The story in Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow is a simple, fairy-tale style narrative about freeing month-themed characters from a wicked witch, blending light storytelling with match-3 and hidden object gameplay. While the plot is charming and suitable for casual or younger players, it is predictable, minimal in dialogue, and leaves the ending unresolved, making it less engaging for those seeking a deep or complex story. Overall, the story serves as a pleasant but basic backdrop to the puzzle gameplay rather than a driving or immersive narrative.
- “Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow, developed by Urse Games and published by ESDigital Games, is a vibrant and enchanting addition to the match-3 puzzle genre that blends traditional gameplay with light storytelling and hidden object elements.”
- “The boards grow increasingly complex as the story progresses, introducing new challenges that require careful thinking rather than random clicking.”
- “There is a story to follow and you are basically blasting your way through scene after scene, interspersed with fairly easy "find 10 items" games—those games also tie into the story.”
- “Character dialogue is minimal, and plot developments are predictable, relying on familiar fantasy tropes of good versus evil and balance being restored to nature.”
- “The story’s lighthearted tone, coupled with its fairy tale aesthetic, makes it particularly suitable for younger players or those looking for a break from more demanding genres.”
- “The story does not get its promised resolution at all, and instead the game hangs on the image of November's castle.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
70%
13%
Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow offers a refreshing twist on traditional match-3 gameplay with its click-to-clear mechanic, blending puzzle-solving with hidden object elements for an engaging and accessible experience. Its charming visuals, soothing soundtrack, and light narrative add depth, though the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks the strategic swapping typical of the genre. Despite minor technical issues, it remains an enjoyable casual title with solid mechanics and good value for fans and newcomers alike.
- “Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow, developed by Urse Games and published by ESDigital Games, is a vibrant and enchanting addition to the match-3 puzzle genre that blends traditional gameplay with light storytelling and hidden object elements.”
- “Unlike the traditional swap-style design used in many titles of this kind, this game adopts a click-to-clear mechanic: instead of switching adjacent tiles, players simply click on groups of three or more identical symbols to eliminate them from the board.”
- “The combination of puzzle-solving and hidden object gameplay creates a hybrid experience that keeps players engaged over the course of the campaign.”
- “The gameplay, however, is simply finding and clicking on groups of three or more, without any swapping of positions which is usually a core game mechanic.”
- “Simple mechanics, and in theory random clicking will get you matches, but there needs to be strategy involved in order to pass the levels.”
- “Sadly, I overlooked the fact that the core mechanic isn't match-3, not as we know it.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
29%
13%
The game's graphics feature charming, hand-drawn artwork with themed seasonal realms that create a storybook, fairy tale aesthetic appealing to casual and younger players. While praised for beautiful backgrounds and consistent art quality, some critics note the graphics are simple and lack advanced options or visual impressiveness expected from a PC game. Overall, the visuals are attractive and complement the gameplay, though not especially groundbreaking.
- “Each realm is themed after a specific month, and the art style reflects the changing seasons—from snow-covered winter castles to lush spring gardens and golden autumn landscapes.”
- “The hand-drawn artwork and soft lighting effects lend the game a storybook charm that makes it especially appealing to casual players.”
- “Graphics are stupendous with amazing looking backgrounds for the backdrop of artistically gorgeous male and female characters.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “The game features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort mobile apps.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
42%
16%
The music in the game is generally described as soothing, relaxing, and a pleasant orchestral and ambient backdrop that enhances the calming mood and visual presentation. While some players find it limited and repetitive, others appreciate its dreamy and stress-relieving qualities, making it suitable for extended, casual play sessions. Overall, the soundtrack complements the game's art and gameplay without overwhelming them.
- “Accompanied by a soothing soundtrack of orchestral and ambient music, the visual and audio presentation reinforces the game’s relaxing mood.”
- “Its combination of match-3 mechanics and hidden object elements gives it more substance than many similar titles, while its art and soundtrack provide a consistently pleasant backdrop for hours of play.”
- “Music is a dreamy soothing stress removing soundscape of melodic excellence perfect for just before bed time or getting in a few positive invigorating vibes of gameplay before heading out for the work day.”
- “The music is okay but limited and repetitive.”
- “The soundtrack is nothing to write home about.”
- “I actually disliked the music more than any other aspect of this game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly on modern systems with modest hardware requirements, ensuring accessibility for most players. Its lightweight design and solid stability minimize performance issues, providing a seamless gameplay experience.
- “On the technical side, the game runs smoothly on modern systems and has modest hardware requirements, making it accessible to nearly any player.”
- “Still, the overall stability of the game is solid, and its lightweight design ensures that performance issues rarely interfere with gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is noted primarily in arcade mode, which can feel repetitive despite the gameplay being generally easy. While the storyline is minimal and uninspiring, achievements are straightforward to obtain, even if requiring some grinding.
- “Arcade mode may prove grindy despite the game being very easy to play.”
- “Achievements are clear, but possibly slightly grindy.”
- “The storyline is so bare bones as to be useless, contributing to a grindy experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is playable but suffers from stability issues, including frequent screen glitches when interacting with the screen. This disrupts the overall experience despite the engaging storyline.
- “It's playable, but the screen glitches every time I click the screen.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is a standout feature, with distinct color schemes and personality that give each chapter a unique identity, enhancing variety despite repetitive gameplay.
- “The attention to color and atmosphere gives each chapter a distinct identity and makes the experience feel varied despite its repetitive core mechanics.”
- “What makes Season Match 3 stand out is its atmosphere and personality.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Monetization in this game is generally well-received due to the absence of intrusive microtransactions and online features, allowing uninterrupted gameplay. However, some users criticize the fixed price of around $5 USD as expensive relative to the game's flaws and limitations.
- “"Season Match 3 - Curse of the Witch Crow" has the completely unrealistic cash grab price of around $5 USD; it's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings of the product.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game’s arcade mode significantly enhances replayability by enabling players to replay levels independently of the main story, focusing on skill challenges and quick play sessions.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is visually expressive, featuring whimsical, fairy tale-inspired designs with ornate costumes and glowing effects that enhance the magical atmosphere of the game world.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game elicits a relaxed and calming emotional experience, making it enjoyable for those seeking a soothing pastime. However, its mellow pace may induce sleepiness, making it ideal for unwinding before bedtime.

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Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow is a casual puzzle game.

Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow.

Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow was released on October 30, 2014.

Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow was developed by URSE Games.

Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Season Match 3: Curse of the Witch Crow is a single player game.

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