Gem Crush – Match 3 Gems Across 30 Valid Moves
Swap only neighboring gems, create match-3 lines, and use automatic cascades to squeeze more points from each of the 30 moves.
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Gem Crush
About Gem Crush
Swap adjacent gems to create rows or columns of at least three and maximize score within 30 valid matching moves. The board is 8×8 with six gem symbols and starts without any pre-existing match.
An adjacent swap consumes a move only if it creates a match; invalid swaps are immediately reversed. Every unique matched cell adds 10 points, and cascades after refill are resolved recursively without spending another move.
How to Play Gem Crush
1Tap one gem, then tap an adjacent gem horizontally or vertically.
2Make a swap that forms at least three identical gems in a row or column.
3Use cascades from falling and refilled gems to gain extra score before 30 valid moves run out.
Gem Crush Rules
- Only horizontal or vertical adjacent gems can be swapped.
- A swap with no resulting match is reversed and does not consume a move.
- The run ends after the 30th valid matching move resolves its cascades.
Gem Crush Scoring
| Action | Points | How it works |
|---|---|---|
| Matched gem cell | +10 | — |
| Invalid swap | 0 moves used | — |
Gem Crush Game Mechanics
Objective
Swap adjacent gems to create rows or columns of at least three and maximize score within 30 valid matching moves.
Round End
The run ends when all 30 valid moves have been used and pending cascades finish.
- The board is 8×8 with six gem symbols and starts without any pre-existing match.
- An adjacent swap consumes a move only if it creates a match; invalid swaps are immediately reversed.
- Every unique matched cell adds 10 points, and cascades after refill are resolved recursively without spending another move.
- The Best value is session-only and is cleared by refreshing the page.
Tips & Strategies
- Prefer swaps that create intersecting matches because the unique matched-cell set can be larger in one move.
- Look at refill lanes after a match; cascades are free in move cost and can add substantial score.
Game Info
| Game Name | Gem Crush |
| Category | Puzzle |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Platform | Web Browser |
| Price | Free |
| Players | 1 Player |
| Controls | Touch / Mouse |
| Last Updated | 2026-08-07 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I play Gem Crush?
Swap adjacent gems to create rows or columns of at least three and maximize score within 30 valid matching moves. Controls: touch, mouse.
How does scoring or progress work in Gem Crush?
Matched gem cell: +10; Invalid swap: 0 moves used
When does Gem Crush end or reset?
The run ends when all 30 valid moves have been used and pending cascades finish.
Does Gem Crush save progress?
The Best value is session-only and is cleared by refreshing the page.
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