Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords

 Wii
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
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  1. IGN
    70
    At $30, the Wii version of Puzzle Quest is the most expensive out there. But it looks, sounds, and controls worse than versions that cost half that. The core gameplay is rock solid, and you definitely don't want to miss out if you haven't already played the game. But what could have been one of the Wii's standout puzzle games ends up being a half-assed port.
  2. GameDaily
    70
    The presentation is sloppy, with music that abruptly cuts off and a diminished gem playfield. It's worth a rental, at best.
  3. Game Over Online
    70
    The best puzzle game of this past year. It’s fun and dangerously addictive.
  5. GameSpy
    70
    If all the different Puzzle Quest releases were playing a certain reality show, the Wii version would be the first to get voted off the island. The Xbox Live version and even the PSP version with its annoying bugs are better-looking versions of the same game.
  6. Games Master UK
    70
    It's like your best freind's turned into a real jerk, but deep down, you're still great pals. [Mar 2008, p.75]
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  7. Gamer.nl
    70
    Puzzle Quest is without doubt the best puzzelgame on the Wii. The different elements from various genres come together here to create a very unique product. The game is long enough to offer value for your money, but it is a shame that the online-mode is missing.
  8. AceGamez
    70
    What more is there to say about Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords? Not much - other than a warning that it will ruin Bejeweled for you forever, because you will be longing for some consequences beyond just getting points! You will also quickly descend into 'just one more turn' territory until you make your way to the end, which will take dozens of hours.
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  9. The Wiire
    67
    Despite the aggravations, Puzzle Quest remains a creative and addictive puzzle-RPG adventure. The story, while not deep or heavily dramatic, offers enough plot to encourage gamers through the adventure.
  10. NintendoWorldReport
    60
    Puzzle Quest isn't a bad game, but the Wii version tries very hard to make it so. It's playable as long as you don't mind squinting at the text, don't find the control scheme too uncomfortable, and don't pay much attention to music.

Awards & Rankings

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#29 Best Wii Game of 2007
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#96 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2007
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#46 Most Shared Wii Game of 2007

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User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 5 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. RamsayB.
    Aug 17, 2009
    4
    Loved this on the DS and thought this would be better on the big screen. The Good: a good tutorial, longer story, and sound clips with theLoved this on the DS and thought this would be better on the big screen. The Good: a good tutorial, longer story, and sound clips with the same game play. The Bad: the controls aren't as good, the character graphics and text boxes don't use the full screen area. Conclusion: It just isn't as satisfying to play on the Wii, I'll trade this in and stick to the DS version.… Full Review »
  2. AlWise
    Apr 13, 2008
    6
    I like puzzle games, and was excited about trying this one. Oh dear! It was compelling for the first 20 or so combats, but after that isI like puzzle games, and was excited about trying this one. Oh dear! It was compelling for the first 20 or so combats, but after that is extremely repetitive. The plot helps to keep you moving through but with reluctance, all the while hoping it will improve and become interesting.… Full Review »
  3. KatherB.
    Dec 7, 2007
    7
    This version is exactly like the PSP version. The fonts size used is pretty small. If you do not have a good TV and component cable, prepare This version is exactly like the PSP version. The fonts size used is pretty small. If you do not have a good TV and component cable, prepare to squint your eyes. Overall its a very nice and addictive game. Felt that they could have spent more effort porting it to Wii.… Full Review »
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