I am the rare player who has never played Bejeweled – until this arrived. I have played three-in-a-row games and have gotten attuned to them and having fun.
I did not realize the shift in thinking, planning and playing that Bejeweled Twist would require. Though it too is a three-in-a-row game, the process of getting there is more like going from two dimensions to three. (I know the analogy isn’t exact, but a better one doesn’t come to mind.)
The big change was obviously rotating four, rather than two, gems around an axis. The second change that I had to remind myself of often was that each “move” did not have to result in a “three-in-a-row” match being made. I could plan several moves ahead to get gems lined up for (hopefully) four or more matched.
The biggest change was getting used to the bomb gems ticking down – and rather quickly I thought! I found myself having tunnel vision and not checking the entire board often enough to notice the bombs soon enough.
The graphics were well done and the controls and play went smoothly with the stylus. The tutorial left a lot to be desired. It assumed the “new” player already had a considerable knowledge of this type of game. The manual was similarly lacking.
There seems to be enough levels to keep a player busy for quite a while and the replay value should also be large. That’s a lot of fun for the price.
For older players, this game requires quick thinking and quick fingers for the normal mode of play. BUT, and this is a huge “but” (one “t”), there is a “Zen” option that allows play without the bombs and pressure.
Play for the fun of playing – a concept that game designers should allow in all games. Put in the requirements for unlocking stuff for those who want them; but allow others to unlock everything and just play the game. Everyone’s happy. Designers, think – more sales.
Five stars of fun plus one star for the “Zen” option, but minus one star for the lack of decent explanations.
I am a HUGE fan of Bejeweled. I play it on my iPod Touch and on my computer, both the Blitz version on Facebook and the standard Bejeweled PC version. It’s one of those games that you can easily get lost in for an hour or more. When I ordered Bejeweled Twist I knew that it would be different than the other versions I’m used to playing, because of the “Twist”. Luckily it wasn’t so different that I didn’t love it just as much.
When you begin there are 2 modes of play open; Classic and Zen. I decided to try classic first as I assumed that it would be most like what I was familiar with. Immediately I found out what the “Twist” was! Instead of sliding the gems around to match up, this has you rotating 4 gems clockwise to make your matches. The nice part about this change is that you can rotate them even if it doesn’t make a match, which allows you to set up your next move. I have to admit that it threw me for quite a loop and I had to take my time to get used to the new controls. (Note: The initial settings have it at 2 taps to rotate, but I changed it to 1 tap which I prefer for speed.)
Once I felt like I had gotten the hang of it I moved on to Zen and it was in this mode and about 30 minutes of play that I was able to open up the third level; Challenge. And it was there that Pop Cap had me HOOKED! In this mode you have different planets to choose from and each will provide a different “Challenge”. Just a couple of examples are: 3x Cascading Gems, Clear 25 Gems in one move, Detonate 5 Lightning Gems in 5 Minutes, Clear 70 Gems in 20 moves, etc. In total there are 13 planets and each planet has 7 challenges for a total of 91 additional games! Last night I played one challenge for over 2 hours and still didn’t complete it.
Overall this is a fantastic new version of Bejeweled! Pop Cap made some great updates and new features that make this game a MUST HAVE for any fan. Add in the reasonable pricing and the amount of play you can expect to get and you can’t go wrong in buying this.
Rating: 5 / 5
My sister and I enjoy playing the fast and furious gem-matching fun game Bejeweled Twist. It’s simple to play, yet insidiously addictive puzzle game. Challenge ‘Normal’ mode and you continue until you have no more legal moves. ‘Time Trial’ mode is even more exciting as you match gems to earn more time and clear the levels. Incredibly simple to learn yet tough to master, you owe it to yourself to have this dazzling classic in your games library. This game is fantastic fun for the entire family.
I have been waiting for this game for quite some time now. The DS has had many Bejeweled knockoffs like: Seven Wonders, Quest Trio, Jewel Master, etc. The list goes on and on for the Nintendo DS. Of course, i wanted the original. I never had Bejeweled on the PC, but i downloaded a free Demo on the PS3 and was disappointed with it because you can only rotate and move the jewels left, right, up, or down. Sometimes you won’t have three of the same jewels in a sequence and of course the aim of the game is to line them up. Unfortunately, i would constantly get a pop up error message saying that i am not allowed to move the jewel here or there unless there all the same & in groups of three. Needless to say, i gave up.
I picked up Bejeweled Twist for the DS & i LOVE it. I am in pure game heaven. You get three different modes: Original, Zen, and Challenge mood. This is different from the one i played on the PS3 because you are allowed to rotate the jewels in groups of four which in my opinion makes things so much easier. This game reminds me a lot of Tetris and it’s an addictive puzzle game that will keep you entertained for hours. Whether it is on a train ride to work or a long plane ride to your next destination – this will be the game that you want to have with you on your journeys, so you don’t get bored. A true must have portable game for your Nintendo DS. Thanks Nintendo. Loves ya much!
Rating: 5 / 5
I haven’t put this game down since I got it a few days ago. If you’re looking for something that you can pick up and play for hours this is it.
You can play on Zen, which is pure gaming relaxation, no timer or obstacles or challenge yourself with some of the other modes. And the graphics are so pretty that you’ll want to create the different combos just to see the jems explode.
It’s a basic puzzler, but puzzle fans know when it’s done right you’re hooked.
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I am the rare player who has never played Bejeweled – until this arrived. I have played three-in-a-row games and have gotten attuned to them and having fun.
I did not realize the shift in thinking, planning and playing that Bejeweled Twist would require. Though it too is a three-in-a-row game, the process of getting there is more like going from two dimensions to three. (I know the analogy isn’t exact, but a better one doesn’t come to mind.)
The big change was obviously rotating four, rather than two, gems around an axis. The second change that I had to remind myself of often was that each “move” did not have to result in a “three-in-a-row” match being made. I could plan several moves ahead to get gems lined up for (hopefully) four or more matched.
The biggest change was getting used to the bomb gems ticking down – and rather quickly I thought! I found myself having tunnel vision and not checking the entire board often enough to notice the bombs soon enough.
The graphics were well done and the controls and play went smoothly with the stylus. The tutorial left a lot to be desired. It assumed the “new” player already had a considerable knowledge of this type of game. The manual was similarly lacking.
There seems to be enough levels to keep a player busy for quite a while and the replay value should also be large. That’s a lot of fun for the price.
For older players, this game requires quick thinking and quick fingers for the normal mode of play. BUT, and this is a huge “but” (one “t”), there is a “Zen” option that allows play without the bombs and pressure.
Play for the fun of playing – a concept that game designers should allow in all games. Put in the requirements for unlocking stuff for those who want them; but allow others to unlock everything and just play the game. Everyone’s happy. Designers, think – more sales.
Five stars of fun plus one star for the “Zen” option, but minus one star for the lack of decent explanations.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am a HUGE fan of Bejeweled. I play it on my iPod Touch and on my computer, both the Blitz version on Facebook and the standard Bejeweled PC version. It’s one of those games that you can easily get lost in for an hour or more. When I ordered Bejeweled Twist I knew that it would be different than the other versions I’m used to playing, because of the “Twist”. Luckily it wasn’t so different that I didn’t love it just as much.
When you begin there are 2 modes of play open; Classic and Zen. I decided to try classic first as I assumed that it would be most like what I was familiar with. Immediately I found out what the “Twist” was! Instead of sliding the gems around to match up, this has you rotating 4 gems clockwise to make your matches. The nice part about this change is that you can rotate them even if it doesn’t make a match, which allows you to set up your next move. I have to admit that it threw me for quite a loop and I had to take my time to get used to the new controls. (Note: The initial settings have it at 2 taps to rotate, but I changed it to 1 tap which I prefer for speed.)
Once I felt like I had gotten the hang of it I moved on to Zen and it was in this mode and about 30 minutes of play that I was able to open up the third level; Challenge. And it was there that Pop Cap had me HOOKED! In this mode you have different planets to choose from and each will provide a different “Challenge”. Just a couple of examples are: 3x Cascading Gems, Clear 25 Gems in one move, Detonate 5 Lightning Gems in 5 Minutes, Clear 70 Gems in 20 moves, etc. In total there are 13 planets and each planet has 7 challenges for a total of 91 additional games! Last night I played one challenge for over 2 hours and still didn’t complete it.
Overall this is a fantastic new version of Bejeweled! Pop Cap made some great updates and new features that make this game a MUST HAVE for any fan. Add in the reasonable pricing and the amount of play you can expect to get and you can’t go wrong in buying this.
Rating: 5 / 5
My sister and I enjoy playing the fast and furious gem-matching fun game Bejeweled Twist. It’s simple to play, yet insidiously addictive puzzle game. Challenge ‘Normal’ mode and you continue until you have no more legal moves. ‘Time Trial’ mode is even more exciting as you match gems to earn more time and clear the levels. Incredibly simple to learn yet tough to master, you owe it to yourself to have this dazzling classic in your games library. This game is fantastic fun for the entire family.
Rating: 5 / 5
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I have been waiting for this game for quite some time now. The DS has had many Bejeweled knockoffs like: Seven Wonders, Quest Trio, Jewel Master, etc. The list goes on and on for the Nintendo DS. Of course, i wanted the original. I never had Bejeweled on the PC, but i downloaded a free Demo on the PS3 and was disappointed with it because you can only rotate and move the jewels left, right, up, or down. Sometimes you won’t have three of the same jewels in a sequence and of course the aim of the game is to line them up. Unfortunately, i would constantly get a pop up error message saying that i am not allowed to move the jewel here or there unless there all the same & in groups of three. Needless to say, i gave up.
I picked up Bejeweled Twist for the DS & i LOVE it. I am in pure game heaven. You get three different modes: Original, Zen, and Challenge mood. This is different from the one i played on the PS3 because you are allowed to rotate the jewels in groups of four which in my opinion makes things so much easier. This game reminds me a lot of Tetris and it’s an addictive puzzle game that will keep you entertained for hours. Whether it is on a train ride to work or a long plane ride to your next destination – this will be the game that you want to have with you on your journeys, so you don’t get bored. A true must have portable game for your Nintendo DS. Thanks Nintendo. Loves ya much!
Rating: 5 / 5
I haven’t put this game down since I got it a few days ago. If you’re looking for something that you can pick up and play for hours this is it.
You can play on Zen, which is pure gaming relaxation, no timer or obstacles or challenge yourself with some of the other modes. And the graphics are so pretty that you’ll want to create the different combos just to see the jems explode.
It’s a basic puzzler, but puzzle fans know when it’s done right you’re hooked.
Rating: 5 / 5