As the tardy bell rings, John’s eyes are still glued to the screen as he tries to clear all of the jelly with the colorful candies.

This highly addictive game is Candy Crush Saga. King.com, the makers of the free app, are making millions off the game. Candy Crush is reported to be earning about $850,000 daily and has grossed over $250,000,000. The App Store lists it as one of the top three games in the world.

In order to complete the game, players’ have to get three of the same candies in a row. Though this sounds easy each level can differ. These obstacles include levels that are timed, involve clearing jelly, breaking chocolate (which can reform in an instant), or bringing down fruit. Lovers of the Bejeweled App, will enjoy Candy Crush. But be warned, it is much harder.

Many are confused about whether the app, which is available for Apple and Android devices costs money. Technically, it is free.

However, once players get to level 30, they have to pay 99 cents to crack the next levels, or they can connect the game to Facebook, which unlocks 15 more levels. There are 425 levels in total. Players can also purchase helping tools like the Lollipop Hammer or the Coconut Wheel.

For those who have played Candy Crush, you know that you have developed a love/hate relationship with it. This game is addictive from the first swipe. It is hard to beat even one level and honestly, you just can’t stop. As soon as I started playing, I couldn’t stop. I guess I was competing with myself. Once I finished a level, I had to complete the next one.

The makers of Candy Crush, King.com, are very smart people. When I finally made it to level 30, after all the frustration of clearing jelly, I had to pay or go to Facebook to ask for help. Now my Facebook page is full of publicity for this app. I wonder if they will try to make another popular money making app or just add more levels to this one.

Candy Crush is an exciting game if you’re into match three games. Just be careful with the addiction to come and the frustration that follows.