This game has some of the best graphics I have seen in a long time. I also enjoyed the puzzles (maze especially) and the hidden objects which were varied. There was a lot of back and forth, but the objects you picked up applied to the next task.
Great, long SE game. It had all the elements that I like: a good story, plenty of hidden objects to find (or play match 3), puzzles (but not too many) and good graphic design. Others have described the story so I won't go into that but a definite must for this time of year.
Others have described in detail the mechanics so I won't go into that here. I found that if I didn't care if I received three stars I could complete each level within one and half minutes. Although, I did obtain a lot of three star levels. Yes, there are obstacles but you can repeat levels if you want to -- I didn't. I was disappointed that on some levels you were not given enough cards and the price of "helpers" was high. I did like the mini-puzzles under Extra, but they were not too hard. Always try for yourself.
The characters may be the same, but the developers always finds ways to change things-- the icons, the story line and how to play. There is also a bonus section once again.
If you like puzzles this game is for you. Some are very easy others are somewhat hard and you can always skip. I enjoyed the story and when I thought it was over it went on for quite some time. Good solid SE game.