Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition

Last updated: 2025-09-20

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Summary
  • Faithful and improved remaster of a classic
  • Deep match-3 RPG gameplay and progression
  • Diverse hero and build options available
  • Poor visuals and aesthetics reported
  • AI cheats with gem drops in combat
  • Unsatisfying and long combat encounters
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Categories

Match-3 PuzzleRPGTurn-based CombatCharacter ProgressionBase BuildingMonster CollectingCraftingSingle-player Story

Emotions

Satisfaction30%Disappointment19%Frustration15%Nostalgia9%Excitement8%
Reviews
(sample size)
86
Helpful reviews
72%
Unhelpful reviews
28%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
122
Negative points
113
Gameplay points
90
Perf. points
1
Rec. points
29
Misc points
26
Point
Faithful and Improved Remaster
Description
Players are overwhelmingly positive about this new edition, praising it as a faithful and well-done remaster of the original classic. Many highlight its success in retaining the core essence and addictive gameplay while introducing significant improvements.
Importance
99%
Excellent Steam Deck Performance
Description
The game performs exceptionally well on the Steam Deck, making it a highly recommended title for portable play. This includes improved UI and controller support, enhancing the overall experience.
Importance
60%
Diverse Hero and Build Options
Description
The game features a great number of new classes, many types of heroes with diverse functionalities, and a huge number of active abilities, leading to extensive build options and replayability.
Importance
37%
Deep and Engaging Gameplay
Description
The game offers incredible depth, tons of gameplay, and engaging core mechanics that are still considered a blast. It successfully blends match-3 puzzles with RPG elements, providing a challenging and addictive experience.
Importance
34%
Genre-Defining Classic
Description
Many reviews emphasize the game's status as a genre-defining classic that pioneered the mix of match-3 and fantasy RPG. It is often stated that no subsequent imitation has surpassed the original's quality.
Importance
29%
Casual and Relaxing Experience
Description
The game is described as a nice, chill, and comfortable casual game, perfect for relaxing play sessions. It's seen as a welcome return to a simpler gaming experience without modern pressures.
Importance
25%
No Microtransactions, Fair Price
Description
Players are very pleased that the game is free from microtransactions, a common complaint in modern titles. The price is considered a 'steal' and appropriate for the content offered.
Importance
14%
Intriguing Plot and Characters
Description
The game offers an intriguing plot and allows players to revisit liked characters in a new, polished light. One specific character's design was also highlighted positively.
Importance
7%
CPU Cheating is Part of Charm
Description
Some players view the CPU's tendency to 'cheat' as an inherent part of the game's charm, rather than a negative aspect.
Importance
3%
Russian Text Available
Description
The game includes Russian text, which is a positive point for Russian-speaking players.
Importance
2%
System Not Terrible
Description
Based on limited feedback, one reviewer noted that the game's system is 'not terrible,' indicating a baseline level of acceptability.
Importance
2%