Don't get caught up in the crappy camera critique. This game is truly fantastic. It takes about 1-2 hours of gameplay before you begin to realize just how much gaming genius went into it.
Clearing one level and moving on IS NOT the way this game is played; you're constantly finding yourself going back to earlier levels (after obtaining better sweepers and more time controls) in order to uncover secrets, get more gold, or gather more crystal combos.
As far as the camera -- the right thumbstick is a camera control. There's no need to work the camera constantly, just as needed. Pretty soon it becomes intuitive: a tweak here and there. I don't understand why everyone expects every new game to play just like an "old favorite." Becoming adept at new controls is part of the challenge.
Graphics are outstanding and the time control is a great (and necessary) feature.
If you've been trying to decide -- quit hesitating...go get this game.
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