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Games like Puzzle Chronicles

Below are 22 hand-picked alternatives to Puzzle Chronicles for fans of rpg, casual, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Puzzle Chronicles also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, cheaper alternatives, free-to-play picks, more from Infinite Interactive. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

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About Puzzle Chronicles: Enter the dark and savage lands of the Ashurin Empire as you battle to avenge the atrocities the Empire brought upon your tribesmen. On your heroic quest to topple the Empire you will fight fierce beasts and battle hardened warriors in this new Puzzle RPG hybrid game.

2010RPGCasual3.19 USDWindowsby Infinite Interactive
Puzzle Chronicles — Steam game cover
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Boss battles require multiple attemptsEquipment changes heros appearanceLess grindy than similar gamesChallengingContemplativeLighthearted

Reviewers mention these as similar to Puzzle Chronicles

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. Puzzle Kingdoms

    WHY THIS

    Shares a lighthearted mood with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Reviewers of Puzzle Chronicles cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Puzzle Kingdoms challenges players to plan out strategic attacks in order to defeat their opponents. Order troops across the map, conquering cities through innovative puzzle gameplay. Players build and manage armies led by heroic commanders to save the world of Etheria from the brink of destruction.

    2009Casual14.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Puzzle Quest 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares a contemplative mood with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Reviewers of Puzzle Chronicles cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares RPG and Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Escape to a puzzle game fantasy world with amazing creatures and weapons! Addicting gameplay blends with immersive roleplaying in this sequel to the award-winning Puzzle Quest!

    2010RPGCasualDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Paint Puzzle Quest

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Puzzle Chronicles cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Embark on a vibrant and colorful journey with Paint Puzzle Quest, a strategic puzzle-solving game that will test your creativity and problem-solving skills. Explore 100 exciting levels, each presenting a new challenge to keep you engaged and entertained.

    2024StrategyIndieCasual1.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Puzzle Chronicles at current Steam store prices.

  1. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Insaniquarium Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    The craziest aquarium game ever! Tend to your fish, keep them happy and they'll reward you with coins and jewels. Buy tank upgrades or egg parts which hatch different in-tank pets. These pets can help you feed your fish, collect coins, or even protect against the aliens that will invade your tank.

    2006Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Montaro

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Montaro is a DOGE.

    2016IndieCasual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Bejeweled® 3

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    The biggest, brightest Bejeweled ever! Discover all-new ways to play the world’s #1 puzzle game. Find your perfect match with 8 breathtaking game modes that meet all your moods.

    2010StrategyCasual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Bit Blaster XL

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!

    2016ActionIndieCasual0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Zuma Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~69% under Puzzle Chronicles on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Deep in the jungle lie hidden temples bursting with traps and trickery, and it's up to you to uncover their treasures. Fire magical balls from your stone frog idol to make matches of three or more and clear the deadly chain before it reaches the golden skull.

    2006Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Gems of War - Puzzle RPG

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!

    2014ActionStrategyAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. MARVEL Puzzle Quest

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG and Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Collect Marvel characters and upgrade your unstoppable squad in this epic Super Hero Puzzle RPG! Fight on the tactical Match-3 board where every move is crucial, and master head-to-head PvP tournaments alongside high-stakes events all year round!

    2013StrategyRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. MergeCrafter

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, craft tools, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp!

    2022IndieAdventureSimulationFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Puzzle Quest 3

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with Puzzle Chronicles.

    The original Match-3 RPG returns with an all-new adventure, bringing the classic combination of strategic puzzle battles with epic monsters, unique hero classes, and rich fantasy stories.

    2023ActionStrategyAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. XXZ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG and Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Zombie Apocalypses turned out to be somewhat different from what science fiction authors used to write. Only women can turn into zombies. You are spending your holidays on a tropical island when Day Z comes. Your mission is to lead a group of three people who try to escape to the boat.

    2017IndieRPGFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  6. Girls Overboard

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG and Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Join the ladies of Kawaii Island for a Wet 'n' Wild vacation! Enjoy casual gameplay, build relationships, unlock special outfits, and explore each girl's unique story with fully voiced and animated artwork!

    2022IndieSimulationRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Infinite Interactive

Other recommendable Steam games by Infinite Interactive, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. PuzzleQuest: Challenge of the Warlords

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Another title from Infinite Interactive, the studio behind Puzzle Chronicles. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    PuzzleQuest: Challenge of the Warlords delivers, for the first time ever, classic puzzle-game action backed with an epic story of good vs. evil. Challenge your match 3 skills as you battle against computer opponents to save the Kingdom of Etheria from the evil Lord Bane.

    2008Casual9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Warlords Battlecry III

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Another title from Infinite Interactive, the studio behind Puzzle Chronicles.

    Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.

    2016Strategy5.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Puzzle Quest 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares a contemplative mood with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Another title from Infinite Interactive, the studio behind Puzzle Chronicles. Shares RPG and Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Escape to a puzzle game fantasy world with amazing creatures and weapons! Addicting gameplay blends with immersive roleplaying in this sequel to the award-winning Puzzle Quest!

    2010RPGCasualDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Puzzle Quest: Galactrix

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Another title from Infinite Interactive, the studio behind Puzzle Chronicles. Shares RPG and Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    The puzzle game of the future has arrived! The original best-selling new Puzzle franchise is back in an all new dimension with its signature Match-3, turn based battles in an insanely addictive and masterful hybrid of RPG and Puzzle genres.

    2009RPGCasual9.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Puzzle Kingdoms

    WHY THIS

    Shares a lighthearted mood with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Another title from Infinite Interactive, the studio behind Puzzle Chronicles. Shares Casual with Puzzle Chronicles.

    Puzzle Kingdoms challenges players to plan out strategic attacks in order to defeat their opponents. Order troops across the map, conquering cities through innovative puzzle gameplay. Players build and manage armies led by heroic commanders to save the world of Etheria from the brink of destruction.

    2009Casual14.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Puzzle Chronicles

Does Puzzle Chronicles work on Steam Deck?
Puzzle Chronicles is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Puzzle Chronicles cost?
Puzzle Chronicles is listed on Steam at 3.19 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Puzzle Chronicles have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Puzzle Chronicles supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player).
Who developed Puzzle Chronicles?
Puzzle Chronicles was developed by Infinite Interactive and published by KONAMI.

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