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Our Verdict

Classic puzzle game Bejweled gets a makeover in PopCap’s newest version of the game, Bejeweled 3. The original game, which was released in 2001, was also followed up by Bejeweled 2, Bejeweled Twist, and Bejeweled Blitz. This latest addition to the casual series brings fresh graphics, sounds, and all new modes of play.

For those not familiar with the million-seller franchise, the game couldn’t be easier to pick up: the screen is filled with a board stacked in rows of multicolored gems. You can swap two adjacent jewels’ positions by clicking on them in order to make a row or column of three or more jewels of the same color. This makes them disappear and awards you points. Aligning a large number of gems earns extra points and bonuses. There’s not much in Bejeweled 3 that’s a huge departure from this core “match-3” concept. The game is basically a variety of modes that use the same basic concept with small tweaks for added difficulty or strategic maneuvering.

Still, Bejeweled 3 is packed with new ways to play the classic game. Among them are the brand new Poker, Ice Storm, Zen, and Butterfly Modes. In Poker, you are given ten rounds to create various “hands” of poker by matching the gems. This is easily one of the more difficult levels of the game, as you don’t have much control over the outcome. I often found myself playing for a while, simply waiting and hoping for a good hand. In Ice Storm, the only way to keep the growing wall of ice at bay is by creating gem matches. This mode requires both speed of clicking and an awareness of the surroundings, as if one area of the board gets too cold, you’ll get a game over.

Butterfly and Zen Mode were easily the most interesting aspects of the game. The idea behind the Zen Mode is that you can play an infinite game of Classic Mode with added sounds for relaxation. While I don’t personally look to computer games when I need a bit of Zen, the ocean sounds, breath modulation, and positive affirmations (all adjustable in settings) definitely make for a unique Bejeweled experience. I found Butterfly mode to be the most enjoyable. Here, players must match designated butterfly jewels (marked by beautiful, shimmering wings) with their colored counterparts before they ascend the board where a hungry spider awaits. This mode requires careful planning, and you’re often forced to save several butterflies at once (plus, as the poor things near the arachnid, they start to shake in fear, making me even more desperate to beat the level).

While there are plenty of other match-3 puzzle games out there, Bejeweled 3 demonstrates why the franchise is still at the top of the heap. The diamonds, rubies, and sapphires glint and sparkle as you play, and in classic mode, every time you level up, the jewels fly through a colorful cave towards the next scene. Not only are the graphics of the action aesthetically pleasing, but the detailed backdrops are not to be overlooked. Floating castles and waterfalls are well rendered, and I often found myself paying more attention to them than the visuals that actually affected my position on the scoreboard. As a whole, the high-definition graphics of Bejeweled 3 are beautiful and serene, making it hard to pick which is better: how the game looks or playing it.

Bejeweled 3 doesn’t do anything particularly earth shattering and it doesn’t re-invent the wheel—but it doesn’t have to. The new modes are on the whole just fantastic. They all operate under the same rules and controls of the simple game, but require separate strategies and change in degrees of difficulty. I suspect that the key to PopCaps’ success with this series lies within its high replay value. If this is the case, Bejeweled 3’s new modes, sights, and sounds is certain to bring many converts over to the church of Bejeweled.

[Stephanie Kent is an editorial intern for Macworld.]

With the gaming industry now boasting over fifty years’ worth of content, it becomes harder and harder for developers to create new genres and subgenres. For games to stand out and create their own niche, you need to really think outside the box. However, on some occasions, simple can also be the answer. The art of match three games is that they are so simple and intuitive that anyone can play them, meaning that this genre has fast became out of the most popular puzzle game formats around. Bejeweled is a series that arguably started it all and today, we take a look at the third instalment, Bejeweled 3.

This game plays rather like titles such as Candy Crush Saga, Cookie Jam, Harry Potter: Puzzles and Spells. Plus, just about any other Bejeweled game in the series. This game aims to take the tried-and-true match-three formula and give it a polish. All in the hope of providing the best and brightest game for the format yet. Here is our review of Bejeweled 3

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Brings More to The Table

While the concept of the Bejeweled game series has never changed since it’s birth, it does constantly shake things up to keep things interesting. This is often through new game modes that challenge the player in new ways and this time, it’s no different. You’ll have access to butterfly mode where you’ll have to help free butterflies before spiders get them. Or you’ll have a game that uses the rules of the card game poker, using card values to determine if you can make matches and clear the board. It’s these modes that help keep the series interesting even after all these years.

However, when this game giveth, it also taketh away. Some of the exciting game modes from past iterations are missing from this version. Game modes such as Bejeweled Twist or Bejeweled Blitz are missing from this iteration meaning that if you don’t like the new offerings, don’t expect the game to cater to you if you’re a returning player.

We must admit though, the quest mode is a very serviceable offering from Popcap here. It serves as a way for the game to showcase the new modes, teaches the player the various tactical approaches needed to succeed and also, it ramps up in difficulty at a slow and progressive pace. Meaning that if you enjoy a challenge, this mode will test you to your limit by the end.

Out of Control

One aspect where this game falls down is in the control department. The games format doesn’t lend itself to a controller-based game. Without a mouse to control your movement and actions, you’ll ultimately feel more sluggish. You’ll have to rapidly scroll over to each gem you need, leading to much more input that a mouse which can glide and click with ease. It means you’ll likely fail stages through no fault of your own and that’s simply not ok.

The Verdict

Overall, Bejeweled 3 takes some big swings and manages to hit a reasonable amount out of the park. Some new game modes are captivating and the quest mode is truly brilliant. Plus, it’s great to see a bejeweled game became available on some new platforms. However, some attempts to push the series forward do the exact opposite. Plus, the use of a controller can turn this stress-free game into a rather frustrating affair indeed.

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It’s an ambitious try from Popcap but perhaps it needed a few more tweaks before sending it out to the public. It’s a flawed gem but worth your time all the same.

Pros:

• Excellent new game modes
• Quest mode is a joy
• UI and gameplay as slick as ever

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Cons:

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• Using a controller is a slog
• Iconic game modes left out

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