505 Games has announced that Puzzle Quest 3 (PQ3), the new chapter of the innovative and award-winning puzzle-RPG franchise, is available for free on Steam (in early access), the App Store and Google Play.
“Our vision for Puzzle Quest 3 was focused on staying true to the classic puzzle fighting experience that our fans know and love, while also modernizing the game for a whole new generation of players who are looking for something new within. of this kind of titles “, said Steve Fawkner, CEO and Creative Lead of Infinity Plus Two. “We’ve been developing games for 30 years now and live service games have been a huge revelation. As a developer there is nothing more rewarding than releasing a game and then enriching it by continuing to add new features and new content over the next few years, we are thrilled to continue weaving this Match-3 / RPG tapestry that we have been working on for so many years. does”.
The recently released launch trailer introduces the game’s narrative: set in the Lands of Etheria 500 years after the original Puzzle Quest. A new generation of heroes returns to save the world and to uncover the mystery behind the prophecy of the Red Dragon. Users will have at their disposal: revamped 3D graphics, a familiar yet updated puzzle board with colorful gems and skulls, a deep gameplay system, familiar characters and an epic storyline.
“We are immensely proud to partner with Steve Fawkner and his Infinity Plus Two team on Puzzle Quest 3, a passionate project we’ve been working on for some time. The creativity and dedication that the team has put into PQ3 are a source of inspiration and we are thrilled to be part of this new chapter of a very successful franchise that represents a real point of reference in this genre of video games “, ha affermato Clive Robert, Head of Free-to-Play in 505 Games.
Finally, after the game trailer, here are the main features of the game at launch:
Evolved gameplay
Diagonal matching and 8-way consecutive moves to quickly gain mana to use to cast spells at enemies, along with deep RPG gameplay that includes epic missions and hero progression with powerful gear upgrades.
Deep RPG Progression System
PQ3 is reminiscent of the deep RPG mechanics that made the first episode of the series a worldwide success. There will be hundreds of different weapons and armor to choose from to hone your fighting skills and face increasingly powerful enemies. Become a hero by gaining experience and loot from missions.
Five Different Classes of Heroes and More Classes Coming Soon
Upon launch, players will be able to choose to play as Paladin, Berserker, Shaman, Assassin or Necromancer and equip a variety of weapons and equipment, use different abilities, cast spells and unleash finishing moves against a variety of deadly enemies.
Cooperative Multiplayer and PvP Battles
Explore the Kingdom Alliance system where players work together for mutual rewards, fight in real-time co-op and where you can venture together in dungeons and skirmishes, or enter the PvP tournament to advance in the leaderboards.
Spectacular 3D graphics
Puzzle Quest 3 introduces fully animated battles with true 3D graphics: animated characters, epic 1 vs 1 battles and dynamic environments.
Puzzle Quest 3 is available now for free on Steam in Early Access, App Store and Google Play Store.