The Best Android Match Three Puzzlers - Updated!

Mobile match-three puzzlers are a hugely popular genre, but quality varies wildly. Many are uninspired or rely heavily on in-app purchases. However, some truly excellent titles stand out. This list highlights the best Android match-three puzzlers, offering diverse experiences from sci-fi adventures to relaxing gameplay. Each entry below links directly to its Google Play download page. Share your favorites in the comments!

Top Android Match-Three Puzzlers

Let's dive into the games!

Tiny Bubbles

A unique twist on the genre, Tiny Bubbles uses bubbles instead of solid objects. This creates a flexible, refreshing gameplay experience that challenges your matching strategies.

You Must Build A Boat

A captivating match-three RPG where the goal is, as the name suggests, building a boat. Its distinctive indie style and addictive gameplay make it hard to put down.

Pokemon Shuffle Mobile

While arguably the simplest game on this list, Pokemon Shuffle Mobile is incredibly fun and brimming with Pokemon. Swipe, match, battle, and enjoy a delightful, bite-sized experience. (Free with in-app purchases).

Sliding Seas

Sliding Seas blends sliding and matching mechanics into a compelling puzzler. Its innovative mechanics and regular gameplay tweaks ensure sustained enjoyment. (Free with in-app purchases).

Magic: Puzzle Quest

The iconic Magic: The Gathering franchise meets match-three gameplay. Pop elemental bubbles to power spells and engage in PVP combat. This proves match-three doesn't always have to be relaxing!

Ticket to Earth

Blending turn-based strategy and color matching, Ticket to Earth features a compelling sci-fi narrative focused on escaping a dying planet. Its depth and engaging story are hard to summarize—experience it yourself!

Stranger Things: Puzzle Tales

Confront the Upside Down's horrors through shape-matching! Stranger Things: Puzzle Tales combines adventure RPG elements with match-three mechanics, offering an exclusive storyline and familiar characters.

Puzzle & Dragons

A veteran in the genre, Puzzle & Dragons merges match-three gameplay with RPG mechanics and monster collection. It features appealing art and frequent collaborations with popular anime series.

Funko Pop! Blitz

Another straightforward yet engaging title, Funko Pop! Blitz offers regular updates with new unlockable characters and plenty of charm to offset the grindy aspects. (Free with in-app purchases).

Marvel Puzzle Quest

A top-tier free-to-play match-three RPG, Marvel Puzzle Quest boasts a roster of heroes and villains, clever gameplay twists, and consistent updates. (Free with in-app purchases).

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