Gem Match

Swap gems to match three and score before moves run out.👆

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Play to set a score, then submit it to the board.

About Gem Match

Gem Match is a match-three in its most satisfying form: swap two neighbouring gems, line up three or more of a kind, and watch them burst while the gems above collapse into the gap and new ones rain from the top. The magic is in what happens next — a well-set-up clear drops fresh gems into fresh matches, and that cascade chains a combo multiplier that dwarfs anything a single three could earn. Because a swap that makes no match simply snaps back, there is no penalty for looking, but you only get thirty moves, so every swap should be doing real work. Smart players hunt near the bottom of the board, where the drop-in refills stir up new chances above, and they hold out for fours and fives rather than settling for the first three they see. It is free, runs instantly in the browser on phone or desktop, and keeps your best score so each session becomes a chase to top the last.

How to play

  • Tap or drag to swap two adjacent gems.
  • Line up three or more of the same gem in a row or column to clear them.
  • Gems above fall to fill the gaps, and new gems drop in from the top.
  • A swap that makes no match is undone. Score as much as you can before your moves run out.

Strategy & tips

  • Look for moves that set up a cascade — clears that trigger more clears score a combo multiplier.
  • Match four or five in a line when you can; bigger matches are worth more.
  • Work near the bottom of the board so the drop-in creates fresh chances above.
  • Scan the whole board before spending a move; do not waste a swap on a single three.
  • Keep an eye on your remaining moves and prioritise the highest-scoring swaps.

FAQ

How do I make a match?

Swap two neighbouring gems so that three or more of the same kind line up horizontally or vertically.

What is a cascade?

When cleared gems drop and form a new match automatically, you get a chain combo worth bonus points.

Is Gem Match free?

Yes — it plays free in your browser with no download or sign-up, on desktop and mobile.