Puzzle Quest Immortal Edition Review

Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition brings the classic match‑3 RPG formula back in a big way, mixing simple puzzle battles with light character building and a steady stream of upgrades. It’s easy to pick up, quick to understand, and built around that “one more go” feeling the series is known for. This new edition aims to be the cleanest and most complete way to jump in, whether you’re returning to the series or trying it for the first time. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Gameplay

Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition sticks closely to the formula that made the series a hit, and that’s a good thing. The match-3 combat remains the heart of the game, and it remains just as addictive and tactical as it was years ago. Every battle plays out on a shared board where matching gems builds mana, triggers abilities, or deals direct damage. It’s simple on the surface, but there’s always that moment where you’re weighing up whether to take a safe match or gamble on setting up a bigger combo. When it pays off, it feels great. When it backfires, you instantly want to play again.

Classes help shape how you approach each fight, giving you different spell types and playstyles to lean into. Some builds focus on heavy damage, others on control or mana denial, and the game does a good job of letting you experiment without punishing you for trying something new. The steady flow of upgrades, new gear, new spells, and stat boosts keeps progression moving at a comfortable pace, and there’s always something to work towards.

Outside of battles, the campaign offers a mix of main quests, side missions, and optional challenges that break up the action nicely. None of it is overly complex, but it gives you enough variety to keep things fresh. The Immortal Edition also benefits from smoother pacing, faster animations, and a cleaner UI, which makes the whole experience feel more modern and responsive on Xbox Series X.

Visuals & Audio

Visually, Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition keeps things clean and easy to read, which is exactly what a match‑3 RPG needs. The board is sharp, the colours pop without being loud, and spell effects land with just enough flair to make each move feel satisfying. Character art has been touched up nicely, giving the game a more modern look while still keeping that classic Puzzle Quest style. It’s not trying to wow you with big cinematic moments, but everything on screen is tidy, polished, and built to keep the action clear during fast‑paced battles

The audio design does exactly what it needs to without ever getting in the way. The soundtrack leans on calm fantasy themes that sit nicely in the background while you focus on the board, and the gentle rise in music during tougher fights adds a bit of tension without going over the top. Gem matches, spell casts, and ability triggers all have clean, punchy sound cues that make each move feel more impactful. It’s not a showy audio package, but it’s polished and consistent, helping to keep the flow of each battle smooth and satisfying.

Final Thoughts

Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition is a strong reminder of why this series made such an impact in the first place. It keeps the match‑3 combat fast and rewarding, adds enough modern touches to make the experience smoother, and delivers a steady loop that’s easy to fall into for hours at a time. It’s not trying to reinvent the formula, but it doesn’t need to; the core idea still works brilliantly. If you enjoy puzzle games with a bit of strategy and progression baked in, this is a simple, reliable pick‑up on Xbox that delivers exactly what it promises.