IF you're going for 130 stars, do NOT use any hints, as they will prevent you from obtaining 130 without buying levels from the App Store. Tip: 10 levels (at least?) can be done under par for a 3+ rating. :P
difficulty curve is too extreme towards end levels. mana regen rate is too slow. possibly regen a small amount of it per kill would be a nice addition (2% or 3% mana per kill maybe?)
Indeed the element of tactics is lost as the game gets to the point where it required a fast eye and hand and little time to think--constantly making split second decisions. But then again that's probably because I never release the space bar when playing :D
4/5!
I agree, have to think about mechanics which reduce the skill of having to make fast connections and increase the necessity of making strategic decisions.
I agree, have to think about mechanics which reduce the skill of having to make fast connections and increase the necessity of making strategic decisions.