Thursday, June 18, 2009

Little Big Thief Lord Bafford by Fjonan



Fjonan's new and improved version of his level. I was very excited to play this as the author and myself have been discussing how the level could be improved...... and improved it has.
This level is quite classic in it's design (think old NES games) but it has tons of variety in gameplay... You'll find yourself jumping on a technical level... controlling vehicles.. defeating giant guards and grabbing onto contraptions. While all this would already be enough to satisfy your average LBP player there's more. If you look VERY carefully you will be able to find secrets in hidden pockets throughout the level...
Now all this would've been more than enough to warrant a high recommendation but on top of all this deliciousness this level also looks absolutely stunning. Fantastic atmospheric effects which is helped by amazing lighting and great use of the color palette. Every area is beautifully designed... It all looks and feels like a real proper level. Extremely polished.
I have zero complaints about this. An all round amazing LBP experience.

Level Design: 9
Replay Value: 8
Aesthetics: 10
Fun Factor: 9
Originality: 9
Difficulty: 8
Length: 8


Overall Score: 9.6 (not an average)

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Zero Punctuation - Quick-Time's Revenge by Asbestos101




Jawsome level with amazingly sleek design and wonderfully simple but enjoyable gameplay.
Based on the show of the same name.. it's a must play.


Level Design: 9
Replay Value: 6
Aesthetics: 10
Fun Factor: 8
Originality: 8
Difficulty: 5
Length: 7


Overall Score: 9.1 (not an average)

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Invasion on Planet X by Drunkenfist_Lee




Sweet ass exploration type level.. it's a little short but it's design makes up for it.




Level Design: 8
Replay Value: 7
Aesthetics: 8
Fun Factor: 8
Originality: 9
Difficulty: 5
Length: 7


Overall Score: 9.1 (not an average)

Tale of the Magnificent Ruby by Geosaurus



Very cool level with a few bland bits here and there that keep up from reaching HOLYFUCKTHISISAWESOME status. Still one hell of a good level though... lots of original creations everywhere.
Fuck you and go play this now.



Level Design: 8
Replay Value: 7
Aesthetics: 9
Fun Factor: 8
Originality: 8
Difficulty: 7
Length: 8


Overall Score: 9.3 (not an average)

Facial Reconstruction by NinjaMicWZ



Holy shit this level is cool. Watch the video, then play it.
Do it faggot.


Level Design: 8
Replay Value: 7
Aesthetics: 8
Fun Factor: 9
Originality: 10
Difficulty: 7
Length: 7


Overall Score: 8.6 (not an average)

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

VR Turret Defense by Rival_31



Extremely fun arcade style level. This level is simple but has very good core gameplay.
You're basically up against many turrets which constantly spawn in the same room trying to kill you. You need to take em out as fast as possible while dodging bullets.
The variety of enemies makes this level a lot of fun. I can see myself playing this level over and over trying to get a high score.
This level should remind people that you don't always need big complex levels to make something amazing.
Play this right now!

Level Design: 9
Replay Value: 10
Aesthetics: 9
Fun Factor: 10
Originality: 9
Difficulty: 9
Length: n/a


Overall Score: 9.1 (not an average)

TRIAL of SEASONS part 1 by Sickivionkey



A near perfect creation. From start to finish this one just doesn't let you go. It darn near feels like its own game due to its sheer originality and creative art design.
The creator stated that he will make more depending on feedback. So go play this now!! I would kill to see all other parts of this saga.
It's near flawless.... length is perfect and the gameplay is unlike anything you've played before. You're constantly doing something else in this level. Every section feels extremely well crafted and thought out.
Go play this and give the author some love.

Level Design: 9
Replay Value: 8
Aesthetics: 9
Fun Factor: 8
Originality: 9
Difficulty: 7
Length: 7


Overall Score: 9.5 (not an average)