Amanda's Magic Book 5: Hansel and Gretel

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Amanda's Magic Book 5: Hansel and Gretel is a match-3 puzzle game with a fairy tale twist. Players guide Amanda through a cursed forest using tile-swapping mechanics to collect ingredients, cast spells, and solve environmental puzzles. Each level advances a story where she tracks down her missing nephew Cedric, navigating traps and avoiding a witch’s lair. The gameplay loops focus on clearing objectives with limited moves, often requiring precise combos to unlock pathways or defeat enemies. The game leans into familiar folklore vibes with candy-themed visuals and a storybook layout that feels cozy but straightforward. While the core puzzles follow standard match-3 tropes, minor mechanics like character upgrades add slight variety. Launched in 2022, it sits near the middle of the series in terms of complexity, with no major innovations but a polished presentation. PC players looking for a relaxed puzzler with a narrative thread might find it enjoyable, though veterans of the genre could see through its predictable challenges.