Gem Cascade

How to play

Swap two neighbouring gems to line up three or more of the same colour. Four-in-a-row makes a Striped gem, L or T shapes make a Bomb, five in a row makes a Rainbow. Chain cascades to fill the Combo Meter for a free Rainbow. In Endless and Blitz, each round has a points goal and a countdown: beat the goal in time for a bonus score; if the clock runs out first you lose penalty points but keep playing on a harder round (tougher goals, shorter clocks, eventually fewer gem colours). The run ends when there are no legal swaps left. Daily Challenge stays a fixed 25-move board.

Tips & strategy

Look for moves that set up follow‑up matches. Save Rainbow gems for the colour you have most of on screen. Watch the round timer in Endless/Blitz — if you are behind the goal, decide whether to play fast for partial progress or chase big cascades. The Hint button reveals a legal move after a few idle seconds (Endless).

Good for

• Fast Blitz-style rounds with escalating difficulty — no arbitrary “session death” clock.
• Long relaxed play in Endless mode with round goals and combo meter.
• Daily Challenge — everyone worldwide gets the same board each day; share your score.
• A free, family-friendly puzzle alternative to paid match-3 apps.

Frequently asked questions

Is Gem Cascade actually free with no paywall?

Yes. Every mode, every feature, every gem is free forever. There are no lives, no energy system, no waiting timers and no in-app purchases — the whole game lives in your browser.

What is the Combo Meter?

Every match adds to the meter. Chain big cascades to fill it quickly, and when it is full you receive a free Rainbow gem dropped onto the board — swap it with any colour to clear every gem of that colour.

Does it work on phones and tablets?

Yes. Drag with your finger to swap gems, or tap one then tap a neighbour. The board scales to your screen and the game is fully touch-optimised.

What is the Daily Challenge?

Every 24 hours a brand new board is generated from the date, so everyone in the world plays the same starting position. Compare scores with friends and try to beat your own best.

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