- #1 Just A Flu
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TheSociopathSoftware
Windows
Just A Flu is a strategy simulation game about fighting the deadly fast spreading disease. Decide how to deal with infected people, when to close transport hubs, declare quarantine, or lockdown. Can you not only stop pandemic but avoid panic and not destroy the economy, causing more harm?
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 38.9% ★, Resource Management 15.2%, Management 9.4%, Logic 9.1%, Minimalist 7.7%
- #2 Num One: Revised Edition
96% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2022
Dev: C5H5 GaMes Lab
Windows
Num One: Revised Edition is a mathematical twist on a match-3 puzzle game. Combine and level up numbers, allowing them to swap further distances. 1s make 3s, 3s, make 9s, 9s make 27s, etc. Can you make a 2187?
Why similar: Match 3 42.7% ★, Logic 16.4%, Management 12.6%, Puzzle 9.1%, Minimalist 8.1%
- #3 Triblock
96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Sergey Marchenko
Windows · Mac · Linux
A little bit of Tetris, a little bit of match 3.
Why similar: Match 3 44.4% ★, Logic 16.6%, Minimalist 14.1%, Puzzle 9.7%, Casual 7.3%
- #4 Puzzle - LINES AND KNOTS
95% matchVery Positive87% of 260 reviews2020
Dev: PlayToday
Windows
Logical puzzle game for meditation. The goal of the player is to assemble a puzzle consisting of nodes. Easy to understand mechanics, swap hexagons with lines.
Why similar: Match 3 38% ★, Logic 22.6%, Minimalist 15.3%, Puzzle 8.5%, Casual 6.2%
- #5 Wiztyle
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rat Monthly
Windows
A bite-sized incremental tile-matching adventure! Travel across diverse lands and upgrade yourself to become the strongest wizard!
Why similar: Match 3 39.3% ★, Resource Management 24.4%, Puzzle 7.6%, Arcade 6.6%, Minimalist 6.2%
- #6 Ice sugar
94% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Kedexa
Windows
Ice sugar is a logic game for creating chains of identical elements. The goal of the game is to put in a row from 3 identical elements, get points and go to the next level. 100 levels. 5 musical compositions. Varied bonus.
Why similar: Match 3 47.2% ★, Logic 21.4%, Casual 14%, Puzzle 7.8%, 2D 4.6%
- #7 Ekstase
93% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: Raskal Games
Windows · Mac
Amazing techno beats and beautiful visuals set the stage for a game that honors the long forgotten falling block puzzle genre. Ekstase is easy to pick up and sink many hours into. With both classic and new game modes, there is something here for both the casual and the hardcore puzzle game player.
Why similar: Minimalist 17.1%, Logic 15.8%, Match 3 15.2% ★, Puzzle 13.2%, Stylized 10.8%
- #8 Dropt
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Procedural Level
Windows · Linux
Dropt blends match-3 and falling-block mechanics. Create massive combos, plan without time pressure, and compete for top scores on online leaderboards.
Why similar: Match 3 43.8% ★, Choices Matter 11.1%, Minimalist 9.5%, Logic 9.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #9 Shadow of the Treasure
91% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Teleport Games Bt
Windows
A fantasy pseudo-card game of 15 levels that tests your thinking and combinatorial skills.
Why similar: Logic 26.5%, Card Game 19.9%, Choices Matter 13%, Resource Management 12.3%, Management 9.6%
- #10 Djikstra's Enigmatic Puzzle Cube
91% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: RedRoulette9 Games
Windows
A 3d puzzle game inspired by 2048. Spin your cube and merge magical elements to produce elements of greater power, to get the highest score you can.
Why similar: Match 3 45.7% ★, Logic 21.7%, Minimalist 12.1%, Puzzle 8.6%, Casual 4.8%
- #11 Overflower
90% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: lemur_on_mars
Windows
Strategically merge flowers in the pot to score more points, but be careful to keep the balance in check!
Why similar: Match 3 35% ★, Logic 18%, Minimalist 11.7%, Management 9.6%, Simulation 8.2%
- #12 Rummix
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Edco Games
Windows
Rummix is a fast, minimalist puzzle game inspired by Rummy. Slide rows and columns to create matches of equal numbers or consecutive sequences. Every move counts—fail to make a match in time and the run ends. Plan smart, chase high scores, and master the pressure.
Why similar: Match 3 45% ★, Card Game 17.1%, Logic 14.6%, Arcade 8.1%, Puzzle 7.5%
- #13 Pandemic Crisis
89% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Thor Gaming
Windows
In the event of a global pandemic, would your first priority be preserving lives or saving the economy?
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 47.8% ★, Political Sim 18.3% ★, Resource Management 13.7%, Simulation 7.6%, 2D 3.4%
- #14 40 Days [四十天]
88% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Black Phoenix Studio
Windows · Mac
40 Days is a special strategy simulation game related to infectious diseases spread all over the city. You, as ahead of the quarantine department, have been given full authority and manpower to contain the city, deal with different parties, virus in the city and most importantly find out the cure.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 84.1% ★, Simulation 8.6%, Management 4.4%, Indie 2.9%
- #15 Mint Christmas
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Chris Murray
Windows · Mac
Get ready for a festive fun match 3 game. Featuring 2 exciting modes including a 12 round collection mode where you must get all the presents out of the grid before time runs out. Collect powerups and maybe you'll get extra time or perhaps a bomb to keep things moving. Can you beat all 12 rounds?
Why similar: Match 3 58.1% ★, Logic 15.9%, Casual 9.7%, Puzzle 6.4%, 2D 4.7%
- #16 Avocado Puzzle Quest
86% matchPositive80% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: DnovelPub: Studio2760
Windows
Collect match 3 together with a fun Avocado!
Why similar: Match 3 58.6% ★, Logic 15.8%, Puzzle 9%, Casual 8.8%, 2D 4.6%
- #17 Fruit Slide
87% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Aleksa Racovic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Use keyboard arrows or drag the mouse to slide colorful fruit tiles! Match identical tiles to clear the board while special Bomb, Flip Control, and Empty Tiles can help or hinder your moves. Sharpen your strategy in this addictive puzzle challenge, now available in 24 languages worldwide!
Why similar: Match 3 47.2% ★, Logic 11.4%, Minimalist 10%, Puzzle 9.2%, Casual 9.1%
- #18 Bewells
84% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: GoMedia
Windows
Bewells is not exactly a classic three in a row game. You don't have to stack three identical stones in a row, but on the contrary, remove obstructing stones so that the stones that fall as a result form a horizontal or vertical row of identical stones.
Why similar: Match 3 53.2% ★, Arcade 14.4%, Casual 12.4%, Puzzle 10.6%, 2D 5.1%
- #19 Veccol
85% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Granmust Games
Windows
Blocks of different size and color falls from the top, rearrange the colors and place the blocks to match three or more of one color in any direction. Set up cascading line-clears for extra points.
Why similar: Match 3 41.6% ★, Minimalist 14.6%, Arcade 10.2%, Choices Matter 9.8%, Puzzle 8.6%
- #20 BunnyFlow
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NullMoon
Windows
So many bunnies. So little control. Breed them, protect them, and try not to wonder why the Goddess always needs more. Cute horror for curious minds.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 57.6% ★, Resource Management 17%, Puzzle 8.3%, Casual 5.7%, 2D 3.9%
- #21 Saving Animals
82% matchMixed54% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: PhoenixFire Games
Windows
Little raccoon friends are in trouble. Save the trapped animals.
Why similar: Match 3 50.5% ★, Logic 23.6%, Simulation 10.3%, Puzzle 8.8%, Indie 3.3%
- #22 Hexes
81% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Elektri Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
In Hexes, you move gems on a diamond shaped game board. Matching three or more gems of the same colour will remove them from board. Keep finding matches to prevent your board from filling up.
Why similar: Match 3 46.7% ★, Logic 14.2%, Minimalist 13%, Casual 9.8%, Puzzle 9.1%
- #23 Chilljong
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Soomka Games
Windows
Chilljong is an endless adventure for lovers of puzzles and unhurried gameplay without limits! An unusual hybrid of genres in the style of mahjong connect will delight fans of the genre.
Why similar: Match 3 54.2% ★, Arcade 14.2%, Casual 12.1%, Puzzle 10.1%, 2D 5.1%
- #24 AstroMatch
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Perldragon Studios
Windows
AstroMatch! A unique match-3 style game with multiple game modes and levels to choose from.
Why similar: Match 3 55.6% ★, Choices Matter 11.3%, Casual 10.8%, Puzzle 10.8%, 2D 5.4%
- #25 Deco Deck
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: David Turner
Windows · Mac · Linux
Deco Deck is a new logic puzzle from the creator of Semantle. Your goal is to link the cards on the board in connected groups of five, such that each group makes a valid "hand".
Why similar: Logic 34%, Card Game 24.6%, Minimalist 16.4%, Puzzle 10.8%, Casual 7.4%
- #26 10th Corpse
79% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2021
Dev: IKIGamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
10th Corpse is a Match-3 game with plenty of fun twists. Enjoy 100 Match3 levels and solve a murder in Mansion Vinterfragen! You are the ace detective trusted by Madame Vinterfragen, and the only one with the guts and intelligence to solve this mystery.
Why similar: Match 3 67.5% ★, Arcade 11.9%, Casual 9.9%, Puzzle 8.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #27 Trojan Inc.
81% matchMostly Negative36% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: WalkBoy Studio
Windows
Will you be able to infect all devices of the world? «Trojan Inc.» - simulator, which will involve you in a world of computer viruses and trojans.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 86.4% ★, Simulation 10.1%, Indie 3.5%
- #28 Academy of Magic: The Great Dark Wizard's Curse
78% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: EFunSoft-GamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
In the third part of the magical match3 serial, your goal is to help Dennis to break the curse and save the "Academy of Magic" from a dark sorcerer.
Why similar: Match 3 67.6% ★, Arcade 11.9%, Casual 10.1%, Puzzle 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #29 The Chronicles of Hercules: The 12 Labours
78% matchPositive85% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: e-FunSoft GamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
In this epic match3 game. you join Hercules, one of the most famous heroes of mythology, the demi-god son of Zeus. With Iolaus' help you have to solve 12 tasks and slay unstoppable beasts.
Why similar: Match 3 67.7% ★, Arcade 11.8%, Casual 10.1%, Puzzle 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #30 The Fabulous Fear Machine
75% matchVery Positive90% of 560 reviews2023
Dev: Fictiorama StudiosPub: AMC Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The Fabulous Fear Machine is a narrative-driven strategy game with a pulp horror style. As the Machine's new Master, you must sow fear and expand your influence by creating Legends, harvesting resources, manipulating events, and spying on your enemies.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 52.9% ★, Choices Matter 8.9%, Simulation 7%, Card Game 6.8%, Management 6.7%
- #31 Academy of Magic - Lair of the Beast
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: e-FunSoft GamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
Join the young magician Dennis and his freinds in this magical match-3 game, to save a kidnapped student from a monstrous beast.
Why similar: Match 3 67.7% ★, Arcade 11.8%, Casual 10.1%, Puzzle 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #32 Rageblocks
80% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: T.E.S.B.
Windows
"Rageblocks" - Block Stapling Redefined! Unleash Sidescrolling Powerdowns, create 8x8 Mega Chunks and multiply your score! An electrifying puzzle revolution awaits!
Why similar: Match 3 56.7% ★, Logic 12.1%, Arcade 10.6%, Puzzle 9.1%, Casual 6.1%
- #33 Gaslamp Cases 3: Ancient Secrets
77% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: eFunSoft GamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
Help Morgan Johnson and Jack Brown solve a new mystery case and an age-old conspiracy. Solve match3 puzzles across the continent.
Why similar: Match 3 67.7% ★, Arcade 11.8%, Casual 10.1%, Puzzle 8.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #34 Allura: The Three Realms
76% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: efunsoft gamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
In the second part of the great match-3 serial, Allura and Glenn learn of a great conflict between the realms of the sea, earth, and sky. They must set out on a new journey, one to bring peace between the kingdoms and restore the balance of the realms.
Why similar: Match 3 67.8% ★, Arcade 10.8%, Casual 10.2%, Puzzle 9.4%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #35 Catherine Ragnor and the Legend of the Flying Dutchman
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: E-FunSoft GamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
After falling victim to a curse, Captain Hendrick van der Decken of the Flying Dutchman is doomed to sail the seas for eternity. However, a chance encounter with another cursed pirate shows him a chance to find salvation. Play this thrilling Match3 adventure and help Captain van Decken.
Why similar: Match 3 68.1% ★, Arcade 11.9%, Casual 10.2%, Puzzle 7.8%, Singleplayer 2%
- #36 Spellarium 11
74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: LGT SIA
Windows
Play Match3 Puzzle and return the dying world back to life!
Why similar: Match 3 51.7% ★, Logic 20.5%, Card Game 11.4%, Puzzle 8.1%, Casual 5.8%
- #37 Dyin To Live
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Roguedolike
Windows
A contagious puzzle game where death is the only way to live! Use infectious abilities to expand your virus hive mind. But spread carefully, because each ability results in your host’s death! Master your deadly skills so you can live another day.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 62.2% ★, Logic 11.9%, Minimalist 10.8%, Puzzle 8.5%, 2D 4.1%
- #38 StarL 6
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IteraLabs
Windows
In coal deposits, your friend Mike finds a sarcophagus with a man identical to him. Solving the mystery, you discover a time machine in an Egyptian tomb. Travel to Ancient Egypt, a cave world, and planet Torion. Can you return home, stop the invaders, and uncover the pyramids’ secret?
Why similar: Match 3 45.4% ★, Logic 14.8%, Arcade 12%, Casual 9.6%, Puzzle 8.9%
- #39 DeadOS
71% matchVery Positive99% of 158 reviews2021
Dev: Benn Powell
Windows
DeadOS is an early access zombie outbreak simulator by Benn Powell that focuses on city-wide scenarios where you have access to fully customize your apocalypse experience from beginning to end. Simulation. Sandbox. Survival!
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 83.1% ★, Simulation 6.9%, Minimalist 4.4%, Stylized 2.7%, Indie 2.4%
- #40 Blipz
73% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: TheDollarGameStore
Windows
Blipz is a unique and addictive arcade puzzler that serves as a tribute to the main design mechanic of Tetris, creating order from chaos.
Why similar: Match 3 43.5% ★, Minimalist 13.6%, Logic 13.1%, Arcade 10.6%, Puzzle 8.2%
- #41 Everescape
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pompeii Team
Windows · Mac
Everescape is a simulator of an employee of the immigration department, the main task of which is to prevent the entry and spread of the virus. Whether you choose to follow all the recommendations or show mercy, the choice is yours.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 56.5% ★, Political Sim 28.1% ★, Story Rich 6.5%, Simulation 6%, Indie 1.7%
- #42 Verto
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ANTIDYNE
Windows · Linux
Drop blocks, match colors, rotate everything. This puzzle game adds mind-bending board rotation to classic gameplay. Choose from timed challenges or endless modes, and compete for high scores. Easy to learn, impossible to master.
Why similar: Match 3 53.7% ★, Puzzle 10.2%, Logic 9.1%, Casual 7%, Minimalist 6.1%
- #43 Animal Drop Safari
71% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Anawiki GamesPub: HH-Games
Windows
Animal Drop Safari is the perfect match-3 adventure for nature lovers of all ages. Swap and pop cute and colorful animals to complete each level’s unique challenges.
Why similar: Match 3 58.5% ★, Arcade 15.4%, Casual 13%, Puzzle 10.9%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #44 Eliminate Drips - 消灭水滴
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Enjoy Play
Windows
A brainstorming game relax you .
Why similar: Match 3 47.1% ★, Logic 11.1%, Minimalist 10.7%, Casual 9.6%, Puzzle 9.6%
- #45 Berry mayhem
72% match8 user reviews13% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Kedexa
Windows
Berry mayhem is a logic game for creating chains of identical elements. The goal of the game is to put in a row from 3 identical elements, get points and go to the next level There are also bonuses. There are 27 different levels available.
Why similar: Match 3 50.6% ★, Logic 23%, Casual 15%, Indie 9.4%, Singleplayer 2%
- #46 Egglets - The Long 10 Days
67% match4 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: wieLuft
Windows · Mac
A 10-day crisis management simulation. As Eggon’s administrator, you follow absurd orders, manage chaos, and seek truth between news and rumors. Obey commands – or choose humanity? The fate of the Egglets rest in your hands.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 33.9% ★, Dystopian 17.9%, Political Sim 16.8% ★, Choices Matter 9.2%, Simulation 8.7%
- #47 Cursed House 6
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: LGT SIA
Windows
Solve Match 3 Puzzles and free the town from the evil spirits!
Why similar: Match 3 49.4% ★, Logic 20.2%, Card Game 13.2%, Puzzle 7.9%, Casual 6.2%
- #48 PULSAR
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Bruno Esteves
Windows
casual game where it takes reasoning and analysis to find the way to the goal.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.3%, Logic 19%, Minimalist 15.2%, Arcade 13.9%, Casual 13%
- #49 DIG THE GROUND
70% matchMostly Negative39% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: Itera LabsPub: HH-Games
Windows
Dig the Ground is a unique Match3 puzzler in which you have to match gems of the same color and use all sorts of tools to clear the ground tiles beneath you.
Why similar: Match 3 66.2% ★, Logic 17.1%, Casual 9.8%, 2D 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #50 Infect and Destroy
72% matchMostly Negative36% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: FarrugiaSoft
Windows · Linux
Play as the zombies! Infect and Destroy is an indie game in which you play as an infectious disease with the sole purpose of eliminating everyone on Earth. Play as an ultra-intelligent self-aware virus capable of reanimating the dead and turning them into your minions.
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 83.5% ★, Simulation 8.7%, Casual 4.8%, Indie 3.1%
- #51 jwing - the next puzzle game
69% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2019
Dev: Games with Colours
Windows · Mac
An indie casual strategy game with fascinating gameplay mechanics. Think tetris meets a match three bubble shooter with a dynamically changing field. Easy to learn, difficult to master, with endless replay value. Develop strategies and unlock features to climb up levels and achieve the best score.
Why similar: Match 3 57.4% ★, Logic 22.1%, Puzzle 9.6%, Casual 5.7%, Indie 2.6%
- #52 Castles
70% matchMixed63% of 52 reviews2015
Dev: WhootgamesPub: BadLand Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Castles tells the story of the ambitious King Harold, whose greatest achievement will be the tower you are constructing. As the tower grows taller and taller, more and more challenges arise along with it.
Why similar: Match 3 46.8% ★, Logic 22.3%, Puzzle 9%, Simulation 6%, Arcade 5.6%
- #53 Jewel Legends: Tree of Life
66% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Cerasus MediaPub: HH-Games
Windows
The Hods, magical beings and pure of heart, once lived in harmony with the holy Tree of Life. But the endless greed of a dark demon forced the Hods into hiding. Now, new hope springs eternal. In this Match-3 game you have too restore the Tree of Life and rebuild the world of the Hods!
Why similar: Match 3 61.7% ★, Arcade 12.9%, Casual 12.1%, Puzzle 9.4%, Indie 2.4%
- #54 Fruit Salad
64% matchVery Positive96% of 308 reviews2023
Dev: The Dead Pixel Society, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Drop adorable fruit to merge them and create even larger fruit in this cozy physics puzzle game!
Why similar: Match 3 62.3% ★, Arcade 12.4%, Puzzle 10.1%, Casual 7%, 2D 5.1%
- #55 Home Designer - Makeover Blast
67% matchMixed64% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Mad - DataPub: HH-Games
Windows
Help your clients in this match3 game turn their drab living space into fantastic rooms! Solve matching puzzles to design and decorate the perfect home with beautiful furniture!
Why similar: Match 3 71.7% ★, Casual 10.7%, Puzzle 10.1%, 2D 5.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #56 Virus Petya
69% matchMixed59% of 39 reviews2018
Dev: Laush Dmitriy SergeevichPub: Laush Studio
Windows
Virus Petya - a simulator of the system administrator. In this game you need to run from one computer to another, to remove from the computer a terrible virus "PETYA". But it's not easy, because with each attempt of the virus to infect the computer, the virus gets closer to the end of his successful work
Why similar: Outbreak Sim 78.9% ★, Simulation 11.2%, Indie 4%, 2D 2.5%, Casual 2.5%
- #57 Bubble Shooter FX
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: EntwicklerX
Windows
A great classic bubble shoot game.
Why similar: Match 3 55.5% ★, Logic 17.6%, Casual 11.7%, Puzzle 11.5%, Indie 2.4%
- #58 BOX: Space Station
66% matchPositive100% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: plaYnice!
Windows
BOX: Space Station is a challenging puzzle game where your objective is to escape, but the more than one hundred levels will make your objective more difficult.
Why similar: Match 3 42.9% ★, Logic 22.2%, Puzzle Platformer 13.3%, Puzzle 8.8%, Casual 5.3%
- #59 Cursed House 4
64% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: LGT SIA
Windows
A very unusual Match 3 Puzzle game with some unique features!
Why similar: Match 3 60.8% ★, Logic 15.1%, Puzzle 9.6%, Casual 8.7%, 2D 4.8%