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Bejeweled 2
Bejeweled 2Classic match‑3 puzzle fun for every skill level
Shrek the Third
Shrek the ThirdJoin Shrek and friends on a comedic quest to find a new king in a hack‑and‑slash adventure.
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.

In this action‑packed platformer, Shrek inherits the throne after the Frog King’s death and sets out to recruit Artie, Fiona’s cousin, to take his place. Along the way, players battle Prince Charming’s minions across whimsical fantasy locales. The game blends beat‑em‑up combat with puzzle‑filled platforming, offering both single‑player and split‑screen multiplayer modes for up to four players, all wrapped in the series’ signature humor.

Pricing
Free
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Games
Platformers
Best for
Casual puzzle players
Fans of comedic action‑adventure games
Specifications
Specifications
developer
PopCap Games
Amaze Entertainment
publisher
PopCap Games
Activision
age rating
ESRB E, PEGI 12+71%
PEGI 7, ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
53/100
57/100+8%
General
release date
2004-11-16
2007-05-15
msrp
—
$39.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Addictive and easy to learn
  • Bright, colorful graphics
  • Hundreds of levels provide lasting content
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • Entertaining comedic storyline
  • Local split‑screen multiplayer
  • Varied combat moves for each character
  • Rich, colorful fantasy environments
Cons
  • No multiplayer mode
  • Limited variety after many hours
  • Older graphics compared to modern titles
  • Repetitive enemy designs
  • Camera can be problematic in tight platform sections
  • Limited replay value after story completion
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