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Gem Match
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— About the game
About Gem Match
Gem Match is a bright, polished match-three puzzle played on a large 8×8 board of sparkling jewels. Swap any two neighbouring gems to line up three or more of the same colour, and watch them burst in a shower of light. New gems drop in to fill the gaps, often triggering chain reactions.
Those cascades are where Gem Match gets exciting. A single well-placed swap can set off combo after combo as falling gems form new matches on their own. With a limited number of moves per round, every swap counts — making this a puzzle that rewards looking carefully before you tap.
— How to play
How to play Gem Match
- Tap a gem then an adjacent gem to swap
- Line up 3+ same color to clear
- Cascading drops trigger combo points
- 20 moves per round
— Controls
Gem Match controls
Desktop (mouse & keyboard)
Gem Match uses mouse and keyboard as described in the steps on desktop. The exact inputs for each action are listed in the "How to play" steps above.
Mobile (touchscreen)
On phone or tablet, Gem Match responds to tap — no on-screen joystick needed. Works in most modern browsers on any recent phone.
— Compatibility
Devices & browsers
Runs on
Any modern browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge) on Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, iOS or Android. No plugin or install is required.
Offline & PWA
Once loaded, gameplay does not require a constant internet connection. GameJadoo can also be installed as a Progressive Web App from your browser's menu for home-screen access.
— Strategy & tips
How to win
- Scan for moves that will trigger a cascade, not just a single match.
- Matches near the bottom cause more gems to fall and recombine.
- Lining up four or five gems is worth far more than three.
- With limited moves, never swap unless it clears something.
- Look one row up — the gem that drops in may finish another match.
— Game features
Why you'll love it
- Glossy 8×8 match-three board
- Satisfying cascade and combo scoring
- Tap-to-swap controls for mobile
- Free, instant, no download
— Frequently asked questions
Gem Match FAQ
How do you play Gem Match?
Gem Match is a puzzle game. To get started: Tap a gem then an adjacent gem to swap The complete step-by-step controls are listed under "How to play" above.
Is Gem Match free to play?
Yes. Gem Match is free to play on GameJadoo — no charges, no in-app purchases, no sign-up.
Do I need to download Gem Match?
No. Gem Match is an HTML5 browser game — it runs directly in your web browser without any download or plugin.
Can I play Gem Match on a phone or Chromebook?
Yes. Gem Match runs in any modern browser on phone, tablet, laptop or Chromebook.
— Strategy guides
Read our Gem Match guides
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