Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords facts for kids

Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords is an exciting puzzle and role-playing game (RPG) that first came out in 2007. It was created by Infinite Interactive and published by D3 Publisher. This game is special because it cleverly mixes the fun of matching gems with the adventure of a fantasy RPG.

What is Puzzle Quest?

Puzzle Quest is a unique video game that combines two popular styles: puzzle games and role-playing games. Imagine playing a "match-3" puzzle game, but instead of just clearing gems, you are fighting monsters, casting spells, and going on a big adventure! It's like having the best of both worlds in one game.

How the Game Works

The main part of Puzzle Quest is its combat system. When your hero meets an enemy, the game switches to a puzzle board. This board is filled with different colored gems and special skulls. Your goal is to match three or more of the same colored gems in a row.

Matching Gems to Fight

• When you match gems, you collect mana. Each color of gem gives you a different type of mana. For example, red gems give red mana, and blue gems give blue mana.
• Matching skull gems directly damages your enemy. The more skulls you match, the more damage you do!
• Matching four or more gems in a row gives you an extra turn. This is a great way to keep attacking or gather more mana.
• Sometimes, special bonus gems appear. Matching these can give you extra gold, experience points, or even more mana.

Using Spells and Abilities

As you collect mana from matching gems, you can use it to cast powerful spells.

• Each spell costs a certain amount of mana of specific colors.
• Spells can do many things: they might damage your enemy, heal your hero, or even change the gems on the board to help you.
• Your hero also has special abilities that can be used during combat. These abilities often get stronger as your hero levels up.

Your Hero's Journey

Beyond the puzzle battles, Puzzle Quest is a full-fledged RPG. You create your own hero and guide them through a fantasy world.

Leveling Up and Gear

• After winning battles, your hero earns experience points. When you get enough, your hero levels up!
• Leveling up makes your hero stronger and lets you improve their skills. You can choose to make them better at fighting, casting spells, or even earning more gold.
• You can also find or buy new weapons, armor, and items. These items give your hero special bonuses and make them more powerful in battle.
• Collecting gold is important for buying new gear and learning new spells.

Exploring the World

The game has a large world map to explore.

• You will travel to different towns, castles, and dungeons.
• In these places, you will meet many characters. Some will give you quests, which are missions to complete.
• Completing quests helps the story move forward and often rewards you with experience, gold, or special items.
• You might also capture enemies to learn new spells from them, or even build up your own castle!

The Story So Far

The story of Puzzle Quest takes place in the fantasy world of Etheria. An evil lord named Lord Bane is trying to take over the land. Your hero must rise up to challenge him and his forces. Along the way, you will meet many allies and enemies, uncover ancient secrets, and fight to save the world from darkness. The story is told through quests and conversations with the characters you meet.

Where You Can Play

Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords was first released on the Nintendo DS and PlayStation Portable. Because it was so popular, it was later released on many other gaming systems. You can play it on consoles like the Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, Wii, and even on computers with Microsoft Windows or MacOS. It also came out on mobile devices like IOS phones.

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  The combat screen in Puzzle Quest with the player (left) facing against a computer opponent (right). Image is from the Xbox Live Arcade version of the game.