I always play the first few times on "easy". When I get bored, then I play a few times on "normal", etc. That keeps the game exciting for me. Usually works until the next game comes out. This one, I'm glad to say, has more options. "Easy" for Magic; "Easy" for Nature. "Normal" for Magic; "Normal" for Nature. "Hard" for Magic; "Hard" for Nature. Hopefully, many times, on each level will keep me occupied, until VV4 comes out. (Not too long, I hope! )