Pick-A-Gem

About

Pick A Gem is a puzzle game where players swap colored stones to form matching groups. Each level presents a grid filled with gems that need to be cleared by linking three or more of the same color. As you progress the layouts get more complex with obstacles like locked tiles or limited moves. The goal is to beat targets like score thresholds or gem counts while managing powerups earned from large matches. It plays like a simplified version of similar grid based puzzles but with a focus on quick decisions and pattern recognition. The 3DS port benefits from the handheld's portability making it easy to play in short bursts. While it doesn't bring major changes from earlier versions the format feels well suited to the game's pace. With 50 levels available and a simple control scheme it offers a straightforward challenge for casual players. Community feedback from 2014 suggests it's a solid but unremarkable entry in the puzzle genre with a peak eShop rating of 4.1 out of 5 from 120 reviews.