Blitz Connect – Featuring Nali Gnile

*Blitz Connect is a new series that features some of our oldest and loyal fans on Bejeweled Blitz. The views expressed here belong solely to the player and do not endorse EA/PopCap in any way*

Can you share a brief introduction about yourself?

I’m Nali. My grandsons call me Gaga. I’m from Ottawa County, Michigan, USA. I'm an animal loving person, a gardening enthusiast, a blitzing wife, mom & grandma.

Since when are you playing Bejeweled Blitz?

I first played Bejeweled classic, and then been playing Bejeweled Blitz since 2003. Very seldom have I missed a day of blitzing.

Do you have any favorite Bejeweled memory to share?

My best memory of Bejeweled Blitz is the 1st time I ever played a party! I began playing because of a traumatic brain injury to help stimulate my brain, memory as well as hand eye coordination. This incredible game continues to challenge, focus, & help my brain every day which is what I enjoy the most about it.

I blitz; therefore, I am! Until I play Bejeweled, it’s like my brain is in a dark room. This game turns on the light switch for me. It helps me focus.

What do you enjoy most about playing Bejeweled Blitz?

I love to play parties especially during doubles, & the Daily Challenge!

Do you have friends and family who enjoy playing Bejeweled Blitz with you?

I do have a few friends who play, not daily though. I am teaching my oldest grandson to play. 

What are your favorite Boosts/Rare Gems?

My favorite Boosts are: Extra time, Rarifier, & Multiplier.

My favorite Rare Gems: Coralite, Chronostone, Blue Thunder, & WHICHWITCH.

Do you remember your highest score? What is it?

My highest score before the new version was with Blue Thunder. It was a bit under 120 million. And highest ever in the latest version with Blitz Champions is in a 10 Champions contest - just below 169 million.

Your favorite Contest in Blitz Champions is ________?

10 Champions. But I really enjoy Gold & Shard Masters also.

One thing that you'd like to see in the game?

I have always wanted to see a new gem based on the Diamond, a very strong & powerful gem that explodes unlike any other. You know a gem that’s brilliant and dazzles!