Jewel Match Origins: Palais Imperial Collector's Edition > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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IT'S A "JUST ONE MORE LEVEL" KIND OF MATCH 3 GAME THAT KEEPS YOU PLAYING FOR HOURS

PostedSeptember 5, 2020

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fromThe Meerkat or Suricate belongs to the mongoose family. They can recognize each other's voice & they babysit each other's pups Their belly hair is very thin so after sleeping in their chilly burrows, they climb back out & stand facing the sun to get warm

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I wasn't crazy about the castles on this edition of Jewel Match, but the Match 3 levels are very addicting. It's one of those games where you just keep telling yourself, "I'll just play one more level before I get some actual work done" but six levels later you are still saying the same thing!

One thing's for sure, Suricate never skimps on Collector's Edition Extra's so there's no reason to ...Show more

I wasn't crazy about the castles on this edition of Jewel Match, but the Match 3 levels are very addicting. It's one of those games where you just keep telling yourself, "I'll just play one more level before I get some actual work done" but six levels later you are still saying the same thing!

One thing's for sure, Suricate never skimps on Collector's Edition Extra's so there's no reason to wait, this has all the bling you could ask for, and then they go above and beyond to give you way more than you are expecting. You get 3 extra Jigsaw Quests (after completing the Main Quests) 8 Music Soundtracks, 6 extra Cursor options, 6 extra Hidden Object Games, 3 extra Castles, the Making Of (really interesting concepts) Achievements, 15 Butterfly Levels, 14 Pearl Levels, and 10 Bonus Game Levels to unlock

You can choose to play in a Timed Mode, a Limited Moves Mode, or a Relaxed Mode. Then you get to choose to play whichever type you selected, in a Normal or Advanced difficulty mode!

Each level has several "rooms" to complete, when one room is cleared, you click on the arrows to visit the next room. If you have time remaining after completing a level, you can either continue to the next level or go to the previous rooms and search for bonus items or earn more gold, etc. Gold and Silver Coins that appear can be collected with a single click (they will disappear after a brief amount of time) and Bags of Coins must be dropped off of the board to collect by making matches under them. The Coins earned can be used to purchase Shop Item upgrades of power-ups, Special Pieces are collected by dropping off the board as well, and they are used to purchase decorations such as Statues, Flowers, and Animals, Amulets are dropped off the board and they are used to purchase Castle Sections.

Large matches will reward you with power-ups, such as a Match 4 gives you a Joker Gem that can be matched with any tiles, and a Match 5 or more, awards you with an Arrow that clears rows, columns, cross formations, etc. There are Moving Bombs that strengthen with each move, Stomper Boxes that unravel with a hammer to stomp 3 different tiles, and even Atomic Tiles that turn tiles matched near them into atomic explosives.

The object is to clear all gold cells by making matches over them. Some items require you to make matches under the items such as keys until they fall off the board. Mana Bottles must be collected to cast spells, and Treasure Chests can be upgraded to hold a greater number of tiles, because once full, other tiles collected will go unused. (larger chests can be purchased in the Shop)

There are various obstacles such as Wooden Crates, Chains, Double Chains, Dark Fog, Amber Trapped tiles, Arrows that move tiles along the arrowed paths, and even Safe tiles that require a specified number of matches made next to them, according to the number inside. As you progress you will unlock Puzzle Rooms that don't allow power-ups and the goal is to catch the Butterfly. You will also unlock Pearl Rooms to gather pearls to purchase bonus mini-games. These levels are always available and won't restart unless you restart the entire game.

I love that we're finally getting some decent Match 3 games! Thank you Big Fish and Thank you SS and our fellow Pondie for another wonderful Jewel Match 3 game!

JEWEL MATCH 3 SERIES LIST
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating

1-Jewel Match: 1 SE only (March 14-2007) 4.1
2-Jewel Match: 2 SE only (March 11-2009) 4.3
*Jewel Match: 2 Reloaded SE only (July 20-2015) 4.4
3-Jewel Match 3: SE only (April 13-2011) 4.3
4-Jewel Match 4: SE only (June 16-2016) 3.9
5-Jewel Match Origins: Palais Imperial CE (September 5-2020) n/a

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I recommend this game!

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A challenge that's relaxing and de stressing

PostedSeptember 5, 2020

Cyril48

fromNew Zealand

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Favorite Genre(s):Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Something we all need at the moment is a game that provides calmness and relaxation yet is a challenge.

Does any game exist, of course it does, in fact the whole Jewel Match series is a wonderful way to be challenged at a relaxed pace.

If you want a very relaxing game then set it on relaxed and normal difficulty but you can have limited moves or time and a hard difficulty, even then the ...Show more

Something we all need at the moment is a game that provides calmness and relaxation yet is a challenge.

Does any game exist, of course it does, in fact the whole Jewel Match series is a wonderful way to be challenged at a relaxed pace.

If you want a very relaxing game then set it on relaxed and normal difficulty but you can have limited moves or time and a hard difficulty, even then the music and the way the game moves has that calming effect.

No other series I can think of has this effect, many are too relaxing and become boring very quickly but not this series. Then others are too demanding and can stress you.
This keeps the interest going .

I have no idea how many levels are here but usually there are more than 150 plus the CE levels which are always generous.

This is also one of the rare Match 3 games that I play to the end as I just want to keep going. Very few have this effect on me.

This is well worth the extra for a CE and if you are a regular player of these games you know you get your monies worth.

Others will give a more detailed insight to the game but in my mind it's worth every penny/cent. Show less

I recommend this game!

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This One Has It All And Then Some!

PostedSeptember 5, 2020

HeavenBound7729

fromOcala, Florida

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

What a doozy of a Match 3 game! Well worth the CE price. This game is so maxxed out with features and extras, it would be impossible for me to find anything to dislike. Fun abounds with the castles, the decorating, the HOGs and puzzles. Earning all the bonuses and power-ups makes this a busy game plus you have to be mindful of your earned coins which are used in the Shop for decorations. The ...Show more

What a doozy of a Match 3 game! Well worth the CE price. This game is so maxxed out with features and extras, it would be impossible for me to find anything to dislike. Fun abounds with the castles, the decorating, the HOGs and puzzles. Earning all the bonuses and power-ups makes this a busy game plus you have to be mindful of your earned coins which are used in the Shop for decorations. The Treasure Chest fills with tiles that are needed to create the castles.

The large boards hold a lot of tiles, so you can't just breeze through the levels. It requires some strategy to complete each room and it's a fun challenge for me since I like playing with Limited Moves. I love everything about these Jewel Match games which have provided me with endless entertainment. I own them all but especially love the CE editions. Great replay value and all skill levels can join in the fun.

A top quality Match 3 creation, very deserving of 5 stars. The devs really do a smashing job on everything! This one came at a great time, too, when we all are urging BFG to bring us QUALITY games like in the good old days. I also am delighted that there is a BOGO Sale today which gives me one more reason to smile. Just simple little pleasures to bump up my day!

Thanks, Suricate Software, for this great bundle of fun! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Gorgeous game

PostedSeptember 5, 2020

bep1

fromPennsylvania, USA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Pennmom, said it all! It is great. And the graphics are so gorgeous. Wonderful game.
I have all of them, and this is the best.

I recommend this game!

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Good Times

PostedSeptember 5, 2020

Thornee

fromJonesboro, Arkansas

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Word

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Wonderful. Bought it after my hour trial. New things in this one not in the others. Love it.

I recommend this game!

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The Gold Standard

PostedSeptember 5, 2020

ChChi101

fromAsheboro, NC

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Mahjong, Match 3

Current Favorite:

Clutter IX: Clutter IXtreme

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

There was no doubt that I would be purchasing this latest Jewel Match game by Suricate Software when I saw that it was the new release for the day. For me, this is the gold standard in match-3 games by which I judge all others! The graphics are awesome (even on my older computer); the music is always beautiful and relaxing; and, variable levels of difficulty with my choice of mode of game play ...Show more

There was no doubt that I would be purchasing this latest Jewel Match game by Suricate Software when I saw that it was the new release for the day. For me, this is the gold standard in match-3 games by which I judge all others! The graphics are awesome (even on my older computer); the music is always beautiful and relaxing; and, variable levels of difficulty with my choice of mode of game play (relaxed, time, or move) turn the game into the level of challenge I desire.

The collector's editions always make the Jewel Match games worth the price. Extra jigsaws, HOGs, and scenes add to the length of time I enjoy playing game. The additonal customization options (music, mouse pointer) always compliment the artwork and add to my level of enjoyment. One final finishing touch the developer added was the peacock that spreads its tail feathers at the close of every round! I know I'm gushing at this point, but the game is really over the top for me! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Love Jewel Match

PostedSeptember 5, 2020

lbtgam222

fromLargo, FL USA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3

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Queen's Garden Sakura Season

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

So glad to see another Jewel Match! They haven't made any major changes except with the map and how you can pick what you'd like to build next. Nice touch, I like it. The only reason I gave it 4 stars for the visual is that the gems are quite large, but some are so similar in color it takes a while to get used to. Great game for a long weekend.

I recommend this game!

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The World's Most Addictive Game!

PostedSeptember 8, 2020

Monkeygus

fromJamestown, TN

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

ARGH! I can't stop playing this! It's so addictive! I've always loved this series, but for some reason this one is just better than all the rest. In the past I've become frustrated with the pearl/star levels, but I've really enjoyed this version. I was confused by the main scene, which you can buy items for. Where are the castles? Oh, you build those separately. Okay. I've used up all my shields ...Show more

ARGH! I can't stop playing this! It's so addictive! I've always loved this series, but for some reason this one is just better than all the rest. In the past I've become frustrated with the pearl/star levels, but I've really enjoyed this version. I was confused by the main scene, which you can buy items for. Where are the castles? Oh, you build those separately. Okay. I've used up all my shields building the main scene. Guess it's back to playing to get more of them for the castles. That's what makes it addictive. Oh, and the castles are not finished until you purchase all the star critters for that castle. ARGH! Trust me, I'm not complaining. This game is worth every penny. Buy it! Resistance is futile! Settle in for a LONG game and enjoy the ride! Show less

I recommend this game!

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What can I say?

PostedSeptember 9, 2020

Gadyhen

fromSan Antonio, TX

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

The only thing I can say is "Thank you!"
Jewel Match never disappoints

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another great game in theseries

PostedSeptember 10, 2020

denniann2

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

this is another great game in the series. i own all of them in either the standard or collector's editions. i played the extra scenes when i finished the regular game. it is like the others where you are building scenes. there are over 100 levels to play so it takes a while. i played on the relaxed and normal difficulty level. there is a hint if you go too long without a move. you can't prompt it ...Show more

this is another great game in the series. i own all of them in either the standard or collector's editions. i played the extra scenes when i finished the regular game. it is like the others where you are building scenes. there are over 100 levels to play so it takes a while. i played on the relaxed and normal difficulty level. there is a hint if you go too long without a move. you can't prompt it at will, though. Show less

I recommend this game!

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