When comparing Puzzle Quest 2 vs Pier Solar and the Great Architects, the Slant community recommends Puzzle Quest 2 for most people. In the question“What are the best PC RPGs?” Puzzle Quest 2 is ranked 61st while Pier Solar and the Great Architects is ranked 72nd. The most important reason people chose Puzzle Quest 2 is:
Along with the main story mode (which is the meat of the game) there are optional modes of play such as Endurance mode and a way to access all mini-games found in the story mode to be played at ones convenience. This extends the gameplay by allowing the user access to modes that are quicker in play or a side distraction to the main story.
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Pros
Pro Optional modes for extended gameplay
Along with the main story mode (which is the meat of the game) there are optional modes of play such as Endurance mode and a way to access all mini-games found in the story mode to be played at ones convenience. This extends the gameplay by allowing the user access to modes that are quicker in play or a side distraction to the main story.
Pro Deep gameplay for a match-3 game
The RPG mechanics add a lot of depth to the play as the player is able to not only upgrade their player but to collect new weapons and armor which requires some thinking and constant management of their player.
Pro Character placement in battle system allows enhancements
Pier Solar uses a twist on the normal turn based battle system by allowing enhancements for characters depending on where they are placed on the battle field. This gives a bit more strategy to the gameplay.
Pro Homage to classic JRPGs of the 90s
Designed to look just like a classic Genesis game Pier Solar gives a very nostalgic feel that anyone who grew up in the 90s will instantly connect to.
Cons
Con No multiplayer
A match 3 game that focuses on fighting opponents is perfect for a multiplayer game but sadly there is no multiplayer available, locally or online.
Con Broken and not supported
The android version keeps crashing and not saving progress.
Con Story is a bit obvious
While being a throwback to earlier RPGs the story is a bit obvious using most of the familiar JRPG tropes one would expect to find.