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Bejeweled 2 vs Picross DS

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Bejeweled 2
Bejeweled 2Classic match‑3 puzzle fun for every skill level
Picross DS
Picross DSSolve puzzles, reveal hidden pictures, and earn animated rewards
Overview
Description

Bejeweled 2 builds on the addictive match‑3 formula, offering vibrant gems and increasingly challenging levels. Its simple yet deep gameplay makes it perfect for quick sessions or longer play periods.

Picross DS challenges players to fill squares based on numeric clues, unveiling a hidden illustration for each completed puzzle. The game offers a range of grid sizes from 5x5 to 15x15 and larger, testing both logic and creativity. If you solve a puzzle in under an hour you receive a rewarding animated picture, while mistakes add time penalties. You can also design your own puzzles and exchange them with friends for endless variety.

Pricing
Free
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Games
Puzzle Games
Best for
Casual puzzle players
Puzzle lovers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
PopCap Games
Jupiter Corporation
publisher
PopCap Games
Nintendo
age rating
ESRB E, PEGI 12+300%
PEGI 3, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
53/100
80/100+51%
General
release date
2004-11-16
2007-01-25
msrp
—
$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Addictive and easy to learn
  • Bright, colorful graphics
  • Hundreds of levels provide lasting content
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • Wide range of puzzle sizes
  • Rewarding animated picture unlocks
  • Custom puzzle editor
  • Simple, intuitive controls
Cons
  • No multiplayer mode
  • Limited variety after many hours
  • Older graphics compared to modern titles
  • Only single‑player mode
  • Time penalties can feel punitive
  • Limited platform availability
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