HYBE announced on the 2nd that it has officially launched the mobile puzzle game 'Puzzle SEVENTEEN' in 170 countries around the world.
'Puzzle SEVENTEEN' is the first official mobile game of the global K-POP group SEVENTEEN and is based on a vertical match-3 puzzle format. It combines intuitive puzzle gameplay with various content reflecting SEVENTEEN's worldview and individuality, providing a new experience not only for the fandom 'Carat' but also for users who enjoy puzzle games.
The game combines the simple controls characteristic of puzzle games with in-depth strategic elements, designed to be easy and fun for anyone to play through sophisticated puzzle balancing utilizing reinforcement learning artificial intelligence (AI). Additionally, content reflecting SEVENTEEN's ideas enhances the immersive environment for fans.
The game features various elements including a scenario filled with SEVENTEEN's narrative, members reborn as SD characters, a sky island (lobby) expansion and decoration system, a member-specific 'mini room' feature, a costume system that recreates SEVENTEEN's stage outfits, and a photo album that can be completed by collecting photo pieces.
It also includes content that expands a unique space called the sky island, continuing a special experience with SEVENTEEN, providing gameplay that maximizes interaction with them beyond a simple puzzle game. Puzzle SEVENTEEN was officially launched in 170 countries around the world on the previous day (1st) and supports a total of 9 languages including Korean, English, and Japanese.