Although the levels did progress in difficulty, I found virtually no incentive in the structure of the game. I bought it one dark and wintry night figuring I could while away a few hours and … I whiled a few hours. I am a big fan of smart, challenging Match 3 and Time Management games and this game was neither. In addition, the later levels had a nasty, inch long spider making sudden appearances to add a chain to a square and a couple of times, I really jumped! Not a fan of the eight legged beasties. Well, I finished the game and could honestly give it a "3" (it was ok), but in reflection, Mystika was a mistake.

Some games are satisfying, not for unique play (match 3 is a match 3 after all) but because the sound effects are so satisfying. I have no idea why they chose the sound effects they did, but it works and can be very cathartic after a long day. :)