# Bejeweled Classic

> Classic gem-matching puzzle game with multiple modes and special power-ups. (iPhone/iPad app by PopCap.)

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- Developer: [PopCap](https://appshunter.io/developer/284832145)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 136,405 App Store ratings · 1,075 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 156 MB
- Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English, European Spanish, Italian
- Released: 2011-12-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bejeweled-classic/id479536744/reviews.md

## What is Bejeweled Classic?

This game includes optional in-game purchases of virtual currency that can be used to acquire virtual in-game items.
 
 “Bejeweled — perhaps the most insanely addictive puzzle game ever.” — Games Magazine
 
 Discover your perfect match with 6 breathtaking modes in this classic gem-matching game, from the fast-paced, time-based Lightning, to the gem-driven Flushes and Full Houses of Poker Mode. Create electrifying special gems like Flame gems, Star gems, Hypercubes, and Supernova gems, collect flashy Bejeweled badges and achievements, and soar to dazzling heights in the Game Center leaderboards – all while enjoying fantastic Retina-display graphics! This is the Bejeweled you’ve loved for years, and it’s still delivering amazing high-carat excitement!
 
 This app offers in-app purchases. You may disable in-app purchasing using your device settings.
 
 CLASSIC GEM-MATCHING
 Play the most popular puzzle game of the century with powerful new gems. You’ll find cascades of fun as you test your gem-swapping ability!
 
 MODES FOR EVERY MOOD
 Enjoy the original in Classic, race against time in Lightning, dig deep for treasure in Diamond Mine, discover your own relaxing retreat in Zen, match gems to save Butterflies from a hungry spider in Butterfly, keep the cold out in Ice Storm, and make top hands with gems in Poker.
 
 BOOST YOUR WAY TO BIG SCORES
 Each mode has two Boosts, one regular and one Super Boost, which help you make even more matches and set even higher scores. Whether it’s pulling all the Butterflies to the bottom row with Reset in Butterfly mode or shuffling the board in Classic mode, Boosts take your game to a whole new level!
 
 PROVE YOUR SKILLS, CLIMB THE RANKS
 Earn flashy Bejeweled badges and Game Center achievements to prove your multifaceted skills, and compete against the world and your friends in Game Center leaderboards for the top score! Gloat over your scores for total matched gems, all-time best moves, and top 10 personal bests in Classic and Diamond Mine.
 
 HINTS ON DEMAND
 Can't quite spot the next match? Use the "Hint" button for a quick tip.
 
 Stars mode will open a separate, free Bejeweled Stars App.
 
 Important Consumer Information. This app requires acceptance of EA’s Privacy & Cookie Policy, TOS and EULA; includes in-game advertising; contains direct links to the Internet and social networking sites and the Internet intended for an audience over 13.

## Key features

- Six breathtaking game modes
- Special gems like Flame, Star, and Hypercubes
- Collect Bejeweled badges and achievements
- Compete on Game Center leaderboards
- Utilize Boosts for higher scores
- Hints on demand for finding matches

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Classic Boost Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Third-Party Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Unlimited Poker Mode | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10 Shuffle Boosts | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 PowerGem SuperBoosts | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10 Wildcard SuperBoosts | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10 Time Bonus Boosts | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Reset SuperBoosts | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10 Freeze Boosts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Butterfly Boost Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| 10 Digger SuperBoosts | $2.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #133 in Top Free · Family (US App Store)

## What do users think of Bejeweled Classic?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎮 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Relaxing and soothing visuals
- 💎 Classic gem-matching experience
- 🕹️ Variety of game modes

**Cons**

- 🔍 Frequent ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Crashes, freezes, and glitches
- 🔄 Progress loss and account resets
- 🔌 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Poker mode not opening
- Butterfly game issues with spider capture
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Gem placement and cascade bugs

**Most requested features**

- Restore previous purchase option
- Unlimited play without ads
- Improved leaderboards and achievements
- Additional game modes (e.g., Quest, Ice Storm)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,075)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bejeweled-classic/id479536744/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Painful Ads

*2026-08-24, version 3.9.1*

Internal ads suck.  Banish the ads.

### 4/5 — After iOS 26.6.1 I get ads

*2026-08-24, version 3.9.1*

I paid for Bejeweled in 2013 and I've never had ads. Yesterday I updated iOS from 26.6 to 26.6.1 and now I'm swamped with ads. Made sure I was on the latest version of BC. Tried restoring purchases, no change. I now see the option to remove ads for $2.99, but I don't want to pay twice. Please fix.

### 1/5 — You Ruined a Good Game!

*2026-08-23, version 3.9.1*

Treasure Bucket not displaying artifacts, gold, and diamonds.  Diamond Mine game doesn’t cover the whole screen on iPhone 16 Pro Max. My previous badges/progress disappeared with current update. The 30 second continuation is gone!  The shuffle mode is gone, when there are no more moves.  I didn’t receive the boosts, that was stated, when I opened the app.  It was literally impossible to restore my purchase to remove ads!  I lost my highest level achieved!  The way this game is set up, the player has no chance of ever excelling to any high level or score!  Shame on you!  Fix this mess now!

### 1/5 — No continue feature?

*2026-08-22, version 3.9.1*

The most recent update removed the "continue" feature from the game. I wish it would be added back.

### 1/5 — What is wrong with this app?

*2026-08-21, version 3.9.1*

FIX  YOUR APP!!!  I purchased this game several months ago. I paid to remove the advertisements. The ads are removed and then RETURN in about 24 hours and the entire app starts running all these ads again. I go to remove the ads and it says I already paid, do I want it for free. I press yes. Add removed for about 24 hours —maybe less these days— then they return and I can’t play without ad saturation that I paid to remove. Each time, the game creates and I have to start all over again and go through these instructions and examples again. I’m so angry and furious. I play this game for relaxation and it’s turned into this anxiety filled mess! G

### 5/5 — Fun but has a problem

*2026-08-20, version 3.9.1*

Great game but too many adds

### 1/5 — Full of ads

*2026-08-20, version 3.9.1*

I play for years on PC, but on phone is full on ads, so deleted

### 4/5 — It won’t load!

*2026-08-20, version 3.9.1*

I’ve always loved this game played it nightly, I updated the app and now it won’t load☹️I have an iPhone 13, I’m not sure what happened but I hope it gets sorted.

### 1/5 — Ads don’t allow play!

*2026-08-19, version 3.9.1*

What the heck people. Why the ads before you can even click to play the game! Please fix that.

### 3/5 — Completely agree with “They killed continue!”

*2026-08-19, version 3.9.1*

The game used to allow the player to continue after the initial failed attempt. It gave the option to continue or to end the game. Now it just ends… That’s not good, especially after paying for no ads. Otherwise, the games are great.

## Frequently asked questions about Bejeweled Classic

### What is Bejeweled Classic?

Bejeweled Classic is a popular gem-matching puzzle game that offers a variety of modes for different playstyles. Players swap adjacent gems to create matches of three or more, triggering cascades and special gem effects.

### What are the different game modes available?

The app features six distinct modes: Classic, Lightning (time-based), Diamond Mine (digging for treasure), Zen (relaxing), Butterfly (saving butterflies), and Poker Mode (matching gems for hands). Each mode offers a unique challenge and objective.

### How does the monetization work?

This app is free to download and play but offers in-app purchases. Users can disable in-app purchasing through their device settings. The game also includes in-game advertising.

### What platforms is Bejeweled Classic compatible with?

The description mentions fantastic Retina-display graphics and Game Center leaderboards, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices. It also requires acceptance of EA's policies, indicating it's likely available on mobile platforms.

### Can I get help if I'm stuck?

Yes, if you can't find the next match, you can use the 'Hint' button for a quick tip. Additionally, the game includes 'Boosts' which are special abilities that can help you make more matches and achieve higher scores.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.9.1 — 2026-07-29

Hey, gems! We’ve made some updates to keep your experience sparkling. Thanks, as always, for playing.

### 3.7.0 — 2024-10-14

Hey, gems! We’ve made some sparkling enhancements to keep your game shining like new. Update now for the best experience and thanks for playing.

### 3.6.0 — 2024-08-19

Hey, gems! We’ve made some sparkling enhancements to keep your game shining like new. Update now for the best experience and thanks for playing.

### 3.5.0 — 2024-04-12

Hey, gems! We’ve made some sparkling enhancements to keep your game shining like new. Update now for the best experience and thanks for playing.

### 3.4.0 — 2024-02-01

Hey, gems! We’ve made some polishes to keep your game sparkling like new. Do update your game for the best experience and don't forget to rate us! Thanks for playing!

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