Dream Pet Link 2

If you're looking for a sedate end to your day, Dream Pet Link 2 could be your go-to. This browser-based game asks players to engage in a classic tile-matching activity. It’s like a form of solitaire on a 3-dimensional cube, in which you have to find pairs of adorable tiles featuring animals and connect them to clear the board. The game strikes a nice balance between challenge and relaxation, with two different difficulty modes for those in different moods or with different skills.

Easy mode is a breeze, with fewer tiles and a lot of hints, perfect for people who just want to lean back and play without straining their brains too much. By contrast, the hard mode speeds up the pace and removes the extra assistance, for those who want a slightly more demanding mental workout. Graphics are cute, too, with a bunch of animal icons to keep the visuals fresh.

Based on the chatter in gaming forums, the game seems to hit a sweet spot somewhere between being a mind teaser and a stress buster. However, some have noted that it can be a bit repetitive over time, which could bite into its replay value. In all, Dream Pet Link 2 offers a pleasing, if not exactly earth-shattering, experience for a game that is free and instantly reachable through the Web itself. Still, highly recommended if you dig casual gaming and want something accessible that’s good for a 30–45 minute mental distraction.