CICADA3302 LEVEL SHOWCASE
128,533
Published 2023-10-31
Music by Camellia
• [U.U.F.O.] Tr.17 CICADA3302
The goal of the project was to make a fully synchronized level, both for gameplay and visuals. A level that corresponds perfectly to the music, in its rhythm and in its atmosphere. And I think I've achieved it (at least for the vision I have of it).
Anyway, it's here now and i'm extremely happy with it! I wish i could add more more "deco" but it's already heavy enough (265+k obj).
It has been an incredibly long journey, made possible by an awesome team that helped me brainstorming and playtesting the whole thing!
So big BIG thanks to Aquatias, Floppy, Lumpy, Yakimaru, Gouns, Disp, Xander, Mbed and other people that playtested.
Also thanks to all of you because the support helped, it really did.
and BIG thanks to @Cametek.CamelliaOfficial for making this BANGER !!
This level was a huge challenge for different reasons, firstly because I had a lot of problems due to the game directly (sync/Hz, game crashes, data loss ETC).
secondly because I wanted to make a level on the theme of the CICADA3301 affair, I wanted to add lots of references (like QR codes, the map with the locations, pieces of code (because yes, some pieces of codes are from the ARG itself)) and for that it was necessary to do a lot of research.
Thirdly because I set out to create a sort of lore in the level, and it's a surprise to no one but I'm a creator, not a writer, and even less an English writer. so I had to "learn" how to write a mini story that didn't sound too childish or too banal. A story that starts normally, then becomes serious. (and even if it's still pretty childish, i'm proud of it).
And ultimately because the more the project progressed, the more the parts done a long time ago no longer pleased me. And little by little I started decorating several parts, adding effects to others and I just couldn't stop.
Level infos for the nerds:
ID:96036893
it took 1,5 year
it's 7:22 min long
266000~ obj
40 000~ Triggers
990 groups
800+ colors
Level recorded by @Floppyyy
Verified by @NexusGD10
Thumbnail by @isylvenoxe
All Comments (21)
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THIS IS INSANE DUDE THIS IS AN ATLAS
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I’ve never seen a level up to this point that feels so much like a Camellia song, both in its unending intensity and it’s technological style. VERY nice job on this!
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I love all the references to the cicada puzzle, the opening post, the pgp signatures, the world map posters, the site countdown, it's all so good
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6:31 Electroman Adventure part always hits hard
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What a way to wrap up the update, wow. Even though it's great that the game is moving on to 2.2, and it's long overdue now, we will always remember the 2.1 era and how despite its limitations, pro creators like you were able to make these masterpieces and pushing the game to its limits.
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I think this is the peak of what this genre can be. I love levels that explore how far you can take the concept of decoration, and this brings it so far while still maintaining an insane level of polish. Congrats for getting this out before 2.2, can’t wait to see what you’ll make in the new age of GD
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wow that did not feel like 7 minutes at all. really good job especially love how certain segments are repeated throughout the level to match with each part of the song
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I played this video at 2x speed and it was the most insane thing ever in the history of the world
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YOOOOOOO THIS IS A LEVEL BRO
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This is an incredible level. I feel like its got a perfect level of decoration. Often i see layouts that look really good, but once decorated, the deco doesn't compliment the layout and seems to just be there despite it. This level is great cause it doesn't fall victim to this issue. Also, its nice to see a fellow Camellia appreciator.
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For being over 7 minutes this is so incredibly engaging and represents the song incredibly well, incredible job
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Not even exaggerating, there will not be a level that can top this in my opinion. I’ve been hyped for over a year now, and seeing this as the result is very fascinating. This is certainly my favorite level of all time. The theming here is unique and is executed perfectly
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The effects in this are insane, and the fact that is this long its crazy, fantastic job
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dude that melody that plays in those blue pad corridor and mini wave holding parts goes so hard this level feels like it encompasses the internet mystery really well, this is nuts
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i dont even know how people pump out bangers that are as long as this but holy shit
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BRO UPDATE UR LEVEL SONG CAMELLIA ADDED OFICIALLY
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I’ve always wanted a GD level out of this song, god bless everyone part of this masterpiece
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You still make some of the best levels to this day. It isn't over decorated at all and everything is easy to see but the level is so beautiful to look at as it represents the song perfectly aa
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From the previews the level looks amazing, I'm sure the wait was worth it
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Has to be one of my favorite levels to come out this year. It's a great sendoff to 2.1, and really goes to show how liminal decoration can be improved by some banger effects. Great job to the team, and I look forward to levels of a similar style!
