[Angrist]

Guys, you don't HAVE to use it. If you can't stop yourself from taking the easy way out, it's your problem.

When I first read the patent for this, a half year ago, I wasn't sure about it. Now I think it's a nice addition.

It's the best of two worlds. I know how annoying it can be to get stuck in a level. How much time it takes to finally find something on gamefaqs.com.
Heck, I can name at least 3 games where I'd love to use this option in. Lost Winds, Golden Sun 2, Zelda: Four Swords Adventure.

Again: you don't have to use it. Stop whining.