- #1 Gems of War - Puzzle RPG
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 10,692 reviews2014
Dev: Infinity Plus 2Pub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 152.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!
Why similar: Match 3 67.7% ★, Puzzle 13.4%, RPG 8%, Fantasy 3.9%, Casual 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the original creators, this is the spiritual successor that expands on the core match-3 RPG combat loop.
- #2 Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes - Definitive Edition
95% matchVery Positive81% of 421 reviews2023
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Plan your next move wisely, every additional combo can make the difference! Whether in solo or duo, online or offline, mix and match your units to defeat your enemies in this Definitive Edition of Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes!
Why similar: Match 3 56.9% ★, Puzzle 14.9%, RPG 11.4%, Fantasy 7.2%, Casual 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: It masterfully combines tactical puzzle-based combat with a rich fantasy RPG campaign.
- #3 Ironcast
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 960 reviews2015
Dev: DreadbitPub: Ripstone
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Puzzlequest meets FTL in this Steampunk Victorian era roguelite.
Why similar: Match 3 76.4% ★, Puzzle 9.9%, RPG 9.7%, Strategy 3.1%, Indie 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: This steampunk-themed game features turn-based combat and resource management that mirrors the strategic depth of PuzzleQuest.
- #4 Puzzle Quest 3
94% matchMixed53% of 863 reviews2023
Dev: Infinity Plus 2Pub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The original Match-3 RPG returns with an all-new adventure, bringing the classic combination of strategic puzzle battles with epic monsters, unique hero classes, and rich fantasy stories.
Why similar: Match 3 60.3% ★, Puzzle 14.8%, RPG 11.4%, Fantasy 5.6%, Casual 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: The modern entry in the series brings updated graphics and new mechanics while keeping the signature match-3 combat.
- #5 10,000,000
94% matchVery Positive90% of 2,355 reviews2013
Dev: EightyEightGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
10000000: The Dungeon Crawling Matching Game
Why similar: Match 3 69.1% ★, Puzzle 13.3%, RPG 6.5%, Casual 4.3%, Addictive 4% ★
Why You'll Like It: A frantic and addictive match-3 RPG that rewards quick thinking and persistent character improvement.
- #6 Puzzle Quest: Galactrix
93% matchMixed49% of 338 reviews2009
Dev: Infinite InteractivePub: D3Publisher of America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
The puzzle game of the future has arrived! The original best-selling new Puzzle franchise is back in an all new dimension with its signature Match-3, turn based battles in an insanely addictive and masterful hybrid of RPG and Puzzle genres.
Why similar: Match 3 57.3% ★, RPG 19.4%, Puzzle 13.8%, Casual 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: This entry takes the familiar match-3 combat mechanics and applies them to a sci-fi setting with hexagonal boards.
- #7 You Must Build A Boat
91% matchVery Positive82% of 1,080 reviews2015
Dev: EightyEightGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
You Must Build A Boat is the sequel to the award winning "10000000". Travel the world, run procedurally generated dungeons finding artifacts, capturing monsters and recruiting crew for your boat
Why similar: Match 3 66.4% ★, Puzzle 12.3%, RPG 8.9%, Casual 6.6%, Strategy 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced title blends match-3 mechanics with constant progression and RPG-like upgrades.
- #8 Grindstone
90% matchVery Positive93% of 327 reviews2022
Dev: Capybara Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Grindstone is a puzzle game where epic adventures are just your 9-to-5. It’s your job to mine grindstones from the Creeps that lurk on the mountain in over 600 levels of intricate puzzles and hazards, all in the hopes of saving up enough grindstones to take your family on a much needed vacation.
Why similar: Puzzle 65.8%, Casual 27.5%, 2D 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A highly polished tactical match-3 game where you battle monsters and upgrade gear in an addictive loop.
- #9 Gyromancer
92% matchMixed52% of 341 reviews2009
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Gyromancer is a Pop Cap / Square Enix collaboration. This is a Puzzle RPG. Join Rivel and his companion, Laska, on a grand chase spanning twelve stages. What awaits at the end of the hunt?Each stage contains its own objectives, from defeating the beasts that block your way to solving puzzles before time runs out.
Why similar: Match 3 57.2% ★, RPG 23.6%, Puzzle 15.9%, Casual 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A unique collaboration between Square Enix and PopCap that blends puzzle combat with a dark fantasy RPG narrative.
- #10 MARVEL Puzzle Quest
91% matchMixed69% of 4,469 reviews2013
Dev: Infinity Plus 2Pub: 505 Go Inc
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 146.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Collect Marvel characters and upgrade your unstoppable squad in this epic Super Hero Puzzle RPG! Fight on the tactical Match-3 board where every move is crucial, and master head-to-head PvP tournaments alongside high-stakes events all year round!
Why similar: Match 3 64.3% ★, Puzzle 16.6%, RPG 11.2%, Casual 4.2%, 2D 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: Utilizes the same core engine as the original, allowing you to build teams of heroes and villains through match-3 battles.
- #11 Dungeons & Jewels
86% matchVery Positive91% of 102 reviews2023
Dev: JJJ
Windows · Linux
Roguelike twist on tile-matching puzzle games. Collect relics. Learn spells. Unlock new equipment. Fight bosses and monsters. Use your abilities by matching tiles, creating combos, and solving puzzles!
Why similar: Match 3 61.9% ★, Puzzle 16.2%, RPG 8.7%, Casual 5.1%, Fantasy 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite take on the match-3 RPG genre that emphasizes strategic planning and dungeon crawling.
- #12 Puzzle Chronicles
89% matchMixed50% of 54 reviews2010
Dev: Infinite InteractivePub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Enter the dark and savage lands of the Ashurin Empire as you battle to avenge the atrocities the Empire brought upon your tribesmen. On your heroic quest to topple the Empire you will fight fierce beasts and battle hardened warriors in this new Puzzle RPG hybrid game.
Why similar: RPG 65.9%, Casual 34.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a similar blend of puzzle-based combat and RPG storytelling set in a dark fantasy world.
- #13 Dungeon Hearts
89% matchMixed62% of 538 reviews2013
Dev: Cube RootsPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Dungeon Hearts fuses the strategy and pattern matching of puzzle games with the kinetic pace of action games. Align magical runes as they flow along the Fatestream to attack, defend, and conjure magic in frenetic battles against a bestiary of fantastic creatures out to use those same runes against you.
Why similar: Match 3 61.6% ★, Puzzle 15.9%, Casual 8.8%, RPG 5.2%, Fantasy 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A real-time puzzle game that requires quick reactions to manage combat encounters against waves of enemies.
- #14 Hero Emblems II
86% matchMixed59% of 270 reviews2024
Dev: HeatPot Games
Windows
Hero Emblems II is a Japanese-style RPG that combines elements from side-scrollers and Match-3 games. Players will control members of the Night Chasers and embark on an adventure to become heroes in order to help the people who are suffering.
Why similar: Match 3 81% ★, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 5.7%, Indie 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed match-3 RPG that focuses on party management and skill-based combat.
- #15 Puzzle Kingdoms
88% matchMixed56% of 325 reviews2009
Dev: Infinite InteractivePub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Puzzle Kingdoms challenges players to plan out strategic attacks in order to defeat their opponents. Order troops across the map, conquering cities through innovative puzzle gameplay. Players build and manage armies led by heroic commanders to save the world of Etheria from the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Match 3 61.9% ★, Puzzle 16.3%, Casual 9.5%, RPG 8%, Fantasy 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: Set in the same universe as the original, this game shifts the focus to strategy and kingdom management.
- #16 Gunspell - Steam Edition
87% matchMixed54% of 347 reviews2014
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: AKPublish pty ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
A unique blend of RPG and puzzle await you in this epic adventure! Explore the world of Match-3 battles in this quest playable offline.
Why similar: Match 3 59.5% ★, Puzzle 14.6%, RPG 11%, Fantasy 6.9%, Casual 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: An RPG-puzzle hybrid that emphasizes monster hunting and magical ability upgrades.
- #17 Dungeon Wizards
84% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2022
Dev: Tubby Turtle Studios
Windows
Dungeon Wizards combines classic Rogue-Lite and colorful Match3 with adventurous Roleplay elements. Venture on your very own journey, collect and combine rare relics with powerful spells and face loads of challenging enemies!
Why similar: Match 3 61.9% ★, Puzzle 14.7%, RPG 10.5%, Casual 5.9%, Fantasy 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: Combines roguelite elements with match-3 puzzle combat to create a challenging and rewarding experience.
- #18 Dwarves & Dungeons
84% matchMixed67% of 69 reviews2024
Dev: ColorfulMaxtrixPub: Hawthorn Games
Windows · Mac
Dwarves & Dungeons is a game that combines the three-match gameplay with roguelike elements. Move on the game board, earn gold coins, acquire weapons, and engage in battles against unique monsters. Brave the dungeons and take on extreme challenges!
Why similar: Match 3 56.9% ★, Puzzle 13.7%, RPG 10.1%, Fantasy 9.9%, Casual 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed match-3 game that incorporates RPG character stats and roguelite progression.
- #19 Marble Duel: Sphere-Matching Tactical Fantasy
85% matchMixed63% of 338 reviews2015
Dev: HeroLabs
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Magic duels are the way to solve any dispute in a kingdom conquered by the cruel witch. Every monster will challenge you, but magic will help you destroy the enemy. Master the destructive power of the spheres and become the most fearsome mage ever!
Why similar: Match 3 59% ★, Puzzle 18%, Casual 11.9%, RPG 8.9%, 2D 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical fantasy game that replaces traditional match-3 with sphere-matching combat mechanics.
- #20 ReignMaker
83% matchMixed63% of 440 reviews2014
Dev: Frogdice
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
ReignMaker: Saving the World One Tower at a Time. ReignMaker is a match-3 game with tower defense, city building, and political strategy elements. Your policy decisions determine the fate of your city and the direction of the story. Your match-3 and tower defense skills determine the fate of the world.
Why similar: Match 3 72.3% ★, RPG 13.6%, Casual 9.6%, Strategy 3.7%, Indie 0.8%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy-puzzle hybrid that involves building a kingdom and defending it through match-3 battles.
- #21 Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 533 reviews2025
Dev: Infinity Plus 2Pub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition combines the classic match 3 puzzle game with deep level role playing. Match 3 or more gems in a row to gain mana used to cast spells, battle opponents, collect items and rewards, and advance in the quests collected from nearly 20 years!
Why similar: Match 3 60.1% ★, Puzzle 17.1%, RPG 9.2%, Casual 7.9%, Fantasy 4.3%
- #22 Rescue Quest Gold
82% matchVery Positive82% of 51 reviews2017
Dev: Boomzap Inc
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%
The hit match-3 game is back! Join twin magicians Boom and Zap on their magical adventure in Rescue Quest Gold, lovingly remastered as a premium game with 200+ levels, enhanced effects, and improved gameplay. Match three or more tokens to clear a path and save the Spritelings from an evil sorcerer!
Why similar: Match 3 67.3% ★, Puzzle 15.9%, Casual 9.8%, Fantasy 7%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed puzzle adventure that focuses on clearing paths and rescuing characters.
- #23 Supermagical
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 53 reviews2017
Dev: Super Awesome Hyper Dimensional Mega Team
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Welcome to the world of Supermagical, an incredibly fun Match 3 puzzle with tons of adventure! Fight the hordes of Minix, upgrade your powerful warlocks, choose your pet and hat wisely, tame an epic dragon, and travel the three continents of the world in the search of your Evil Witch Sisters!
Why similar: Match 3 63.7% ★, Puzzle 16.6%, RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 6.6%, 2D 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-based combat game with a charming aesthetic and deep strategic mechanics.
- #24 Darkest Hunters
81% matchMixed53% of 116 reviews2017
Dev: ECC GAMES S.A.Pub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Choose your hero, grab a weapon, learn new spells and… HUNT! Eliminate every nasty beast you meet, collect loot and find the rarest and the greatest equipment ever made. Remember, it’s the live of a Hunter you’ve become, only you are able to defeat the essence of evil.
Why similar: Match 3 60.8% ★, Puzzle 13.9%, Casual 12.4%, Strategy 5.1%, Fantasy 5%
Why You'll Like It: A casual strategy-RPG that uses match-3 mechanics to drive combat and exploration.
- #25 Cave Quest 2
78% matchVery Positive94% of 68 reviews2021
Dev: MD Studio
Windows · Mac
Fight back against the underworld by acquiring powerful talents and spells on your journey to save your friends in this exciting and clever Match 3 game!
Why similar: Match 3 67.3% ★, Puzzle 10.6%, RPG 9%, Casual 6.3%, Fantasy 5%
Why You'll Like It: An adventure-driven match-3 game that focuses on exploration and mystery-dungeon mechanics.
- #26 Season Match 2
80% matchMixed61% of 132 reviews2014
Dev: URSE GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Bring the celebration of seasons back to the Fairytale Kingdom! Join forces with the Snow Queen and Princesses of Seasons to battle the despotic Prince January and save the Fairytale Kingdom from eternal winter!
Why similar: Match 3 81.1% ★, Puzzle 10.5%, Casual 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: An adventure-focused puzzle game that incorporates light RPG elements and a magical story.
- #27 Silver Tale
79% matchMixed69% of 89 reviews2017
Dev: PlaycademyPub: Shaman Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Take a fantastical journey across the kingdom. Solve quests, collect rare artifacts, build upgrades, and even craft new items in this innovative new match-3 experience!
Why similar: Match 3 83.7% ★, Casual 16.3%
Why You'll Like It: A casual match-3 game that includes questing and RPG-style item collection.
- #28 Dragon Kingdom War
79% matchMixed54% of 85 reviews2017
Dev: Play Spirit Limited
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Welcome to the magical world of "Dragon Kingdom War: Puzzle RPG", an adventure that combines addictive game play from turn-based strategy, role playing, card battle & match 3.
Why similar: Casual 50.1%, RPG 39%, Strategy 8.8%, Indie 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed strategy game that utilizes match-3 mechanics for its core combat system.
- #29 Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten (DX edition)
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,492 reviews2012
Dev: Level Up Labs, LLCPub: Level Up Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Defender's Quest is a Tower-Defense/RPG Hybrid tightly focuses on three things: tactical depth, customization, and story
Why similar: Addictive 39.9% ★, RPG 27.9%, Fantasy 19.8%, Strategy 6.4%, 2D 4.4%
- #30 Bejeweled® 3
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,834 reviews2010
Dev: PopCap Games, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
The biggest, brightest Bejeweled ever! Discover all-new ways to play the world’s #1 puzzle game. Find your perfect match with 8 breathtaking game modes that meet all your moods.
Why similar: Match 3 63.1% ★, Puzzle 19.4%, Addictive 8.5% ★, Casual 7.4%, Strategy 1.2%
- #31 Strongblade - Puzzle Quest and Match-3 Adventure
73% matchVery Positive83% of 669 reviews2023
Dev: DekovirPub: Matryoshka
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Strongblade is a match-3 puzzle game where you play as Sean the Mouse. Travel through a captivating world filled with puzzles, outsmart cunning villains, befriend charming animals, and build unique camps.
Why similar: Match 3 69.5% ★, Puzzle 19.1%, Casual 6.6%, Fantasy 3.2%, 2D 1.3%
- #32 Zuma's Revenge!
75% matchVery Positive95% of 3,283 reviews2009
Dev: PopCap Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
An irresistible force has taken our fearless frog to an island where the puzzle-action of Zuma has evolved in amazing ways… but evil spirits and tenacious tiki bosses rule the land! Survive by firing stone spheres to destroy the deadly stream of balls. Conquer over 60 levels!
Why similar: Match 3 64% ★, Puzzle 16.1%, Casual 12.9%, Addictive 6.1% ★, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #33 The Forgotten Land
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 101 reviews2020
Dev: rokaplay
Windows
"The Forgotten Land" is a turn-based "Combat & Puzzle Match 3" with streamlined RPG and Management elements in a Dark Fantasy setting.
Why similar: Match 3 59.3% ★, Puzzle 12.8%, Casual 9.7%, Fantasy 6.6%, Strategy 4.4%
- #34 Tomb of Tyrants
74% matchVery Positive81% of 327 reviews2015
Dev: Jake Huhman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Claim and defend the Tomb of Tyrants against greedy adventurers by matching tiles to build a deadly dungeon full of traps, minions, and more!
Why similar: Match 3 61.4% ★, Puzzle 15.5%, Casual 8.4%, Fantasy 7.9%, Strategy 4%
- #35 Triple Town
73% matchVery Positive92% of 818 reviews2012
Dev: Spry Fox
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Triple Town is an award-winning original puzzle game in which you try to grow the greatest possible city. The larger the city you build, the more points you score. You build your city by matching three or more game-pieces: combine three grasses to make a bush, three bushes to make a tree...
Why similar: Match 3 67.3% ★, Puzzle 17.9%, Casual 10.5%, Strategy 3.4%, Indie 0.7%
- #36 Steam Heroes
77% matchMostly Negative29% of 118 reviews2015
Dev: ProjectorGamesPub: KISS ltd
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Help three brave adventurers on their quest to stop the diabolical Baron Von Smog’s plot to conquer Steam Land. However, there is an army of evil minions that stand in your way. Challenge yourself in this new puzzle strategy game; includes 12 action-packed stages, a full soundtrack, competitive online play, all in stunning 720p HD...
Why similar: Match 3 72.3% ★, Puzzle 15.9%, Casual 10.5%, Indie 1.2%
- #37 Storm Tale 2
72% matchVery Positive91% of 68 reviews2021
Dev: Green Sauce Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Join Griffri, the wizard, on a quest to not only rebuild his village, but to put an end to the treacherous reign of evil that threatens the realm.
Why similar: Match 3 64.7% ★, Puzzle 17.5%, Casual 10.7%, Fantasy 4.6%, 2D 1.6%
- #38 Heroes of Hellas 3: Athens
73% matchVery Positive92% of 227 reviews2015
Dev: Alawar Casual
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Rebuild Athens from the ashes of its destruction and secure the help of the Heroes of Olympus as you battle an evil god!
Why similar: Match 3 73.1% ★, Casual 12.3%, Addictive 9.1% ★, Strategy 4.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #39 Sparkle 2
71% matchVery Positive91% of 241 reviews2015
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Challenge the darkness with your swift orb matching skills, mighty magical enchantments and earthshaking powerups. Match the orbs before they fall into the abyss and find your way through mysterious lands of startling beauty!
Why similar: Match 3 83.2% ★, Casual 9.7%, Fantasy 5.3%, 2D 1.1%, Indie 0.7%
- #40 The Treasures of Montezuma 4
71% matchVery Positive80% of 696 reviews2014
Dev: Alawar EntertainmentPub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Free the gods’ powers and fulfill your destiny in the Treasures of Montezuma 4! This new match-three game is overflowing with mystery and excitement!
Why similar: Match 3 84% ★, Casual 9.3%, Puzzle 6%, Indie 0.7%
- #41 Legend of Fae
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 124 reviews2011
Dev: Endlessfluff Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Four elementals are drawn to Claudia as she searches for her missing uncle! Embark on a journey to discover the secret behind the mysterious Faery Gates.
Why similar: Match 3 65.6% ★, Puzzle 14.7%, Casual 12.4%, Fantasy 6.1%, Indie 1.2%
- #42 Oafmatch
71% matchVery Positive82% of 68 reviews2017
Dev: NCR GamesPub: Netcore Games
Windows
Oafmatch is a role-playing game that combines traditional RPG turn-based combat with match-three and roguelike mechanics.Go into battle with four party members from thirty playable classes, power up weapons by making colored gem matches, then unleash devastating attacks on your enemies!
Why similar: Match 3 63.8% ★, RPG 21.7%, Casual 13.2%, Indie 1.2%
- #43 Wizorb
70% matchMostly Positive70% of 996 reviews2012
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The once peaceful Kingdom of Gorudo is threatened by an evil presence. The only hope for salvation is Cyrus!
Why similar: Puzzle 35.3%, Fantasy 28.6%, Casual 18.7%, 2D 8.4%, Indie 5.9%
- #44 Season Match 3 - Curse of the Witch Crow
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 163 reviews2014
Dev: URSE GamesPub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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!
Why similar: Match 3 71.2% ★, Casual 14.8%, Puzzle 14%
- #45 King of Light
66% matchVery Positive96% of 109 reviews2023
Dev: crobatspr
Windows
A fantasy epic of war and betrayal. As a magicless prince, lead the Army of Light to reclaim a fractured Empire. Master tactical battles, crack complex mysteries, and forge a path to the throne with wisdom and heart.
Why similar: Puzzle 33.1%, RPG 26.9%, Casual 14.6%, Fantasy 11.2%, Strategy 6.1%
- #46 Merge & Blade
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 137 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Cube
Windows
Experience an addictive puzzle and a massive auto-battler in one game. The world's first puzzle auto-battler game! Only your brain can save the world.
Why similar: Match 3 69.8% ★, Puzzle 17.8%, Fantasy 6.8%, Strategy 3%, 2D 2%
- #47 Tales of the Orient: The Rising Sun
69% matchVery Positive82% of 394 reviews2015
Dev: Green Sauce Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Dive into an epic story of honor and courage and help a Geisha and a Samurai save the day.
Why similar: Match 3 65% ★, Puzzle 16%, Casual 7.6%, Fantasy 3.9%, Anime 2.3%
- #48 Chuzzle Deluxe
68% matchVery Positive94% of 1,498 reviews2006
Dev: PopCap Games, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Drag the rows of fuzzy Chuzzles up and down, left and right, to match colors, and they'll pop and return to their test-tube home. Choose from four play modes and two difficulty levels.
Why similar: Match 3 63.5% ★, Puzzle 21.7%, Casual 14.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #49 Button Tales
68% matchVery Positive94% of 154 reviews2016
Dev: Anvate Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Button Tales is a breathtaking and challenging Match 3 game with innovation mechanics. This is a real fresh perspective on the Match 3 genre. Meet cute characters and explore the breathtaking environment. The wonderful music and effects will help you delve right into the game.
Why similar: Match 3 73.1% ★, Puzzle 16.5%, Casual 6.7%, 2D 1.8%, Anime 0.9%
- #50 Critical Mass
69% matchMixed69% of 440 reviews2011
Dev: Manic Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Critical Mass is an action puzzle game that takes traditional match 3 and brings it into the world of 3D.
Why similar: Puzzle 67.6%, Casual 28.8%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #51 Fantasy Quest Solitaire
67% matchVery Positive85% of 125 reviews2018
Dev: rokaplay
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
At the very last moment the Fairy Land was saved from the dark shadows. But now absolute chaos is threatening its peaceful denizens. King Feodor asks the magic Fairies for help. Are you ready to face this challenge? Play your cards right and solve many challenging quests.
Why similar: Puzzle 32.7%, Casual 22.7%, Fantasy 20.4%, Addictive 19.1% ★, Strategy 3.3%
- #52 7 Wonders II
69% matchVery Positive80% of 211 reviews2008
Dev: MumboJumboPub: Accelerate Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Journey back in time with the 7 Wonders series to when magnificent structures were being built in far away lands. Enjoy challenging match-3 gameplay in a newly enhanced interactive environment where you not only learn about marvelous new wonders such as Stonehenge and Taj Mahal, but also watch them come to life piece by piece before your...
Why similar: Match 3 65.5% ★, Puzzle 18.7%, Casual 15.7%
- #53 Jewel Quest Pack
68% matchVery Positive87% of 60 reviews2009
Pub: Next Game
Windows
Includes the first three titles in the the ultimate jewel matching adventure, Jewel Quest! Rupert and Emma have settled down and opened a museum to display their many artifacts. While playing with a mysterious jewel board, their daughter unknowingly pops open a secret compartment.
Why similar: Match 3 66.4% ★, Casual 16.8%, Puzzle 16.8%
- #54 Heroes of Hellas Origins: Part One
66% matchVery Positive92% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Jaibo GamesPub: Alawar Casual
Windows
Join with the gods of Greek legend to bring peace to an ancient world that's on the brink of war! Your quest will take you on a matching journey packed with hours of addictive fun!
Why similar: Match 3 60.7% ★, Casual 22.4%, Addictive 14.2% ★, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #55 7 Wonders of the Ancient World
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 226 reviews2014
Dev: MumboJumboPub: Accelerate Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Embark on a journey no one has taken before! Your quest begins at the foot of The Great Pyramid of Giza and continues through the Egyptian sands to the mysterious Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Travel through the enchanting Mediterranean islands to the glory of ancient Greece as your voyage continues.
Why similar: Match 3 65.4% ★, Puzzle 18.3%, Casual 12.4%, Strategy 3.9%
