Connect 3

Game Description

Connect 3 is a classic match-three puzzle game where players swap adjacent colored gems to form lines of at least three identical gems. This type of game originated from classic series like Bejeweled and Candy Crush, becoming popular due to its easy-to-learn yet difficult-to-master characteristics. The game has a relaxed pace, but as levels progress, challenges increase, testing the player's strategic thinking and reaction speed.

How to Play

Connect 3 game rules are simple:

• Click and drag gems to swap positions with adjacent gems
• Form horizontal or vertical lines of at least 3 identical gems
• Matching gems will disappear and award points
• Each swap must result in a valid match, otherwise gems return to original positions
• As gaps appear, gems above will fall down, and new gems appear from the top

Controls:

• Click and drag: Select and swap gems with adjacent positions
• ESC key: Pause the game

Game Features

• Colorful gems and smooth animations
• Simple intuitive controls suitable for all ages
• Progressively increasing difficulty to maintain challenge
• Special gems and combination effects for added strategic depth
• Timed and challenge modes offering varied gameplay experiences
• Play directly in your browser with no installation needed

Tips & Strategies

• Focus on bottom gems first, clearing them can trigger more chain reactions
• Look for opportunities to create special gems, such as L-shaped or T-shaped matches
• Plan your moves and try to anticipate the board state several moves ahead
• In timed modes, quickly identifying potential matches is crucial
• Use special gems wisely, activating them at the right moment can clear many regular gems
• Watch for game hints, which usually flash to indicate possible moves when none are obvious