Dragon Ring is a fantasy-themed match-three with RPG elements, out now

Author: Skylar Feb 12,2025

Dragon Ring: A Fantasy Match-3 Puzzler with RPG Twists

Another day, another puzzler! This time, it's Dragon Ring, a new fantasy-themed match-three game with RPG elements. Does it offer enough to stand out in a crowded genre? Let's delve in.

Dragon Ring combines classic match-three gameplay with hero recruitment and upgrades. Solve puzzles to power up your heroes and battle formidable bosses. It's a blend of mechanics that, while familiar, could prove engaging.

The game boasts a stylish, animated world (though the store listing hints at AI-generated art). A storyline connects the levels, offering more than just a series of disconnected puzzles. A significant plus: Dragon Ring is fully playable offline.

A screenshot of overworld gameplay in Dragon Ring showing a route through a swampy village with the occasional character waiting to meet the player

A Solid, but Unremarkable, Entry

While Dragon Ring appears competent, it doesn't immediately scream "must-play." The game's store listing throws a lot of features at you at once, making it hard to gauge its overall quality without a gameplay preview.

However, it doesn't look bad. If you're seeking a new match-three experience this week, Dragon Ring is worth considering on the iOS App Store and Google Play.

For more puzzle game options, check out our reviews of recent releases. Last week's review of the card shop simulator, Kardboard Kings, highlighted its fun aspects and areas needing improvement. Read the full review to learn more!