Puzzle & Dragons Z + Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition challenges players to clear a grid by matching blocks in a unique Pokémon-themed puzzle game. The objective is to remove all the blocks before they overflow the screen, with various levels and modes offering different ways to play.
The story revolves around the battle between Pokémon trainers and gym leaders in a fantasy world where puzzles are used as a tool for combat. As players progress through the game, they can build their team of Pokémon and engage in battles against other trainers in real-time multiplayer mode.
Gameplay involves moving and matching blocks to create sets of three or more in a row, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, in order to clear them from the grid. Players can also use special powers and abilities to boost their chances of winning, such as using items like potions to heal their Pokémon.