Microsoft Jewel is the original Match3 puzzle game available to play on the Zone (zone.msn.com), or as an HTML game within Microsoft Solitaire Collection on Windows. For a short time, this game was also called Microsoft Jewel Classic.
In the classic version of the game, fans enjoy a bright and whimsical world as they match colorful gems to level up with classic Match 3 challenges. Click a cluster of identical gems to earn points and increase your score. Match more than 3 gems at a time to build powerful jewels that clear the board and complete challenges faster, earning even MORE points.
Microsoft Jewel 2 is the newest version of the hit game. It is also available to play on the Zone (zone.msn.com) and within Microsoft Solitaire Collection on Windows. You may have seen it referred to as Microsoft Jewel New or just Microsoft Jewel.
In this version of the game, fans build a collection of BONUS JEWELS that can be used anywhere on the board, creating longer match combinations to rack up MASSIVE points. Jewel 2 builds on the classic Match 3 game by adding more challenges, new bonus levels, and special gems with increased powers. Match 3 fans will have fun improving their skills using puzzle strategies to beat their highest score.