Most of the game is not controlled via the DS's stylus though certain portions require the player to draw spells using the touch screen by tracing them. As you progress, the different spells will become harder to master. The game was critically acclaimed, having an average of 90% on Gamerankings.com. It almost received the Nintendo DS game of the year awards on multiple accounts, with that title going to Mario Kart DS on most gaming sites and magazines.