Homescapes

Match-3 puzzles with a house to rebuild

Homescapes is a casual puzzle game from Playrix that combines match-3 levels with the restoration of a large family home. You play through board-based challenges, earn progress, and use it to repair and redecorate rooms. The format suits players who like short puzzle sessions but also want a visible goal beyond clearing the next level.

How the game is structured

The main loop moves between puzzle stages and renovation tasks. Matching pieces creates space on the board, while special combinations can clear larger areas or remove obstacles. Completing tasks changes parts of the house and moves Austin the butler’s story forward, giving the campaign a steady sense of direction rather than treating each level as a separate challenge.

• Puzzle progression: Match-3 levels introduce targets, blockers, and increasingly demanding layouts.
• Renovation choices: Earned progress is used to restore rooms and select from decorative options.
• Story layer: Austin and other characters provide context for the work taking place around the house.
• Ongoing content: The game includes a large level catalogue and additional events that extend play beyond the central renovation path.

Who may enjoy it

Homescapes is a good fit for players who prefer familiar touch controls, bright presentation, and a gradual campaign. It also works for people who enjoy decorating and light narrative between puzzle rounds. The combination can be more appealing than a standalone match-3 game, although players looking only for quick, uninterrupted puzzles may find the home and story sections less central to their preferences.

At a glance

Listed in the Casual category, Homescapes has a 4.72 rating from more than 13.2 million reviews and has recorded 100,000,000+ installs. Those figures place it near the top of the category by broad player reach. The developer is Playrix, the studio behind the game’s puzzle-and-renovation format.