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Interstellar Infiltrationcomphermc And so, Sackboy was able to board the USS-CMP undetected. Would he be able to complete his formidable task? ***This level is now published. Enjoy!*** http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/7820/icon0i.png Hi everyone! It is my pleasure to present you all with my third level of 2010! This one went by quickly, and it was a blast to make. I've been learning a ton about visual-improving techniques, and I wanted to put some of them on display in Interstellar Infiltration. This level isn't really going to challenge you a whole lot - it's pretty straightforward - but it does have some combo opportunities and hidden bubble caches if that's your thing. More importantly, though, I wanted to make something that was aesthetically pleasing and fun to play. So, I hope you guys have as much playing as I did making this one! I want to say thanks to everyone who has helped me test over the past few weeks. Without you guys, the level would have never been what it is today. And a special thanks to mrsupercomputer who just won't go away is a tremendous help when trying to cap off a level. Also, thanks to Candyk, whom I have never met, but created StarCruiser many months ago. That level has always been a visual treat and was a source of inspiration for this level. In many ways, this is my StarCruiser... or as we've been calling it: ComphCruiser. Also, a final thanks to Jwwphotos, for providing these lovely high definition shots! http://img203.imageshack.us/img203/995/picturey.png http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/6901/picture1ggc.png http://img696.imageshack.us/img696/5823/picture4of.png http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/5489/picture5df.png http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/5130/picture12xh.png http://img641.imageshack.us/img641/7564/picture15z.png http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/9610/picture17j.png http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/3017/picture22x.png http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/3958/picture24fr.png http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/6015/picture26q.png http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/6513/picture28h.png Trailer, thanks to TheAdipose: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AtcxlqC4LZw&feature=sub Gameplay video, thanks to Chimpanzee: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2zLxzGt0kc&feature=player_embedded http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/9937/aphotoa.jpg http://img696.imageshack.us/img696/535/aphotob.jpg http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/7862/aphotock.jpg http://img717.imageshack.us/img717/4601/aphotod.jpg http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/708/aphotoew.jpg http://img532.imageshack.us/img532/5537/aphotof.jpg http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/3896/aphotog.jpg http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/1268/aphotoh.jpg http://img690.imageshack.us/img690/6264/aphotoip.jpg http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/8256/aphotoj.jpg http://img360.imageshack.us/img360/5729/aphotok.jpg http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/3976/aphotol.jpg Have fun everyone, and be sure to point out problems you guys are having with the level.

2010-03-09 22:24:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Looks nice as always! I've always wondered what a space level from you would be like.

2010-03-09 22:25:00 Author: iiiijujube Posts: 594

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A technical and visual beauty, comphy :3

2010-03-09 22:29:00 Author: claptonfann Posts: 228

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It's epic comphermc.... hilarious and epic. I can't say how much your stickering, lighting and precision build skills just shine through in this one. I'll be revisiting this one for a long time too... if I can drag myself away from All Mine. lol Well done! EDIT for post below - Hmmmm.... that someone is surely good hearted Can't wait to meet the new Cap'n.... Something to look forward to tonight!

2010-03-09 22:33:00 Author: Morgana25 Posts: 5983

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Thanks guys! I'm going to wait a little bit, as someone has generously offered to take some HD screen shots. Once those are finished, I will publish. Hopefully it won't take long! Cheers. Edit: Morgana sneaked in there... Wait until you see the new Captain. You are going to love it!

2010-03-09 22:33:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Tis the best level evar!!!!!!!!!!!11!!!one!!!!shift!!!!!!!!!!!11!!/!! Seriously, I think it's up there.

2010-03-09 22:35:00 Author: iGotFancyPants Posts: 1355

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I'm getting my ugly tags ready!

2010-03-09 22:41:00 Author: rtm223 Posts: 6497

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Stop showing off your shiny crown! We all know that's the only reason you put those pictures up!!!

2010-03-09 22:45:00 Author: Doopz Posts: 5592

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Before anyone takes credit, the pest-gas was originally green, and I secretly made it purple. Its true!

2010-03-09 22:56:00 Author: Deviantgeek Posts: 386

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lol - no he wears it all the time.... really suits him though Besides he needs it so we can keep MrSC and him clear when playing. Boys and their spacesuits

2010-03-09 22:56:00 Author: Morgana25 Posts: 5983

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Stunning level, Compher. It's so well put together and decorated...almost like it's real. Funny too. That bit of dialog in there had me in stitches...very, very clever. It was also multi-player friendly.

2010-03-09 23:09:00 Author: TheCountessZ Posts: 537

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It was great during the beta, and it's even better now! Awesome placement of all those extra score bubbles and lights, although I'm beginning to doubt the existence of this this fabled 'extreme secret' which you've taunting me with. I can't find it!

2010-03-09 23:09:00 Author: Duffluc Posts: 402

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There are now two more secrets! Can you find those? Your score suggests you might have! Edit: I just went back to make a speaker invisible, and I found out I can't place even a DM square. Lol. That worked out nicely!

2010-03-09 23:23:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Where is it, I only see the beta one?

2010-03-09 23:27:00 Author: rtm223 Posts: 6497

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Not out yet. That's what big bolded text says at the top... I guess I can always add high def pictures after... Publishing now! Edit: It's up! Have fun!

2010-03-09 23:28:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Sweeeet! I'll definatley give this ago when im on tomorrow. The detail looks absolutley amazing

2010-03-09 23:46:00 Author: TonyTwoGunz Posts: 139

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Has much changed since I played it a couple of days ago? Its still a 5* and hearted level anyways, but just checking

2010-03-09 23:48:00 Author: GruntosUK Posts: 1754

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Well comphy, you know how I feel about this level. Need I say it again? I suppose, since this is your official showcase thread, I actually do... Folks - you need to go play this. It is hands-down the very best looking level you can find on LBP that also actually has gameplay, puzzles, humor, and a pretty good story. It won't challenge your skills much, but you'll have a boat load of fun and when you're finished picking your jaw up off the floor, you'll come back and thank me. But no... thank comphermc for giving us this treasure. I'm off to play it again!

2010-03-09 23:58:00 Author: v0rtex Posts: 1878

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Thanks, everyone. I'm glad you are enjoying it. Has much changed since I played it a couple of days ago? Its still a 5* and hearted level anyways, but just checking Quite a bit has changed actually, although you may not notice it... lol. The biggest modification was the inclusion of about 5 times as many bubbles as before. There weren't very many, lol. I hope there are plenty now.

2010-03-10 00:09:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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I've been around a lot while Compher was building this and I've had the opportunity to play test for sometime now, but today was my first day actually playing through by myself. And because of that, I was really able to take my time and admire the level. I remember in the early stages of the level I was worried that Comph was imitating Starcruiser too much and I let him know it. However, Comph urged me to be patient and reassured me that the level would come into it's own and I can happily say that it did. While I still don't think you surpassed Starcruiser (you know my feelings about that level!), I think you succeeded in creating a level that is beautiful, funny, and just a lot of fun to play. Well done and I look forward to the sequel next month!

2010-03-10 00:12:00 Author: mrsupercomputer Posts: 1335

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Fantastic level! It will be good fun to try and get through the level again to get a higher score. By the way, was I supposed to do that door jumpin' part with one player? 5 stars and that other thing.

2010-03-10 01:27:00 Author: warlord_evil Posts: 4193

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Yay, you're finally finished with it! MUST TEST NAO! O_O

2010-03-10 01:29:00 Author: FreeFlyzz Posts: 265

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awesome! my only very, very minor gripe is that it is sometimes difficult to tell where exactly to go, how to jump/plane shift. maybe that's just me being bad at the game though. funny, beautiful, fun.

2010-03-10 01:34:00 Author: monstahr Posts: 1361

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Lol @ the pic of the new robot captain. It amazes me how you can go from the gameplay melting pot of All Mine to this visual masterpiece... But I don't think anyone can pack visuals and gameplay in their levels as well as you do. Heart without a doubt

2010-03-10 01:35:00 Author: Incinerator22 Posts: 3251

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I held comph captive on my moon until he released the secrets. ME and him now have highest 2p high score, i betz you cant beat it.

2010-03-10 01:46:00 Author: Deviantgeek Posts: 386

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I was unable to hold up to my word of getting over 100,000 on All Mine. But I might have a chance for the top 5

2010-03-10 01:52:00 Author: Incinerator22 Posts: 3251

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Well I managed 3rd for now - won't last. lol Still can't fine that last secret.... although I found an awesome place for another one if you wanted to add one.

2010-03-10 01:53:00 Author: Morgana25 Posts: 5983

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Just from the screenshots I can see that this level is very well designed, and just awesome looking.

2010-03-10 02:46:00 Author: applepod124 Posts: 163

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Thanks, guys! I checked out Morgana's prospective secret. Wow, awesome. I need to work some magic and get it in there... I gotta lose something, though... Also, Jww was kind enough to capture some HD photos with me, and I will be working on adding those to the OP. Thanks again, J-Dubs! (That's what I call you, I guess). Edit: Haha, I want to add a little something about this picture, which you may recognize from the level: http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/5130/picture12xh.png Looks innocent, right? Take a closer look out the window. Hm... a little spaceman... with a red cape... If only there were someone who always wore a spacesuit and a red cape!? I guess we may never know!

2010-03-10 02:51:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Thanks, guys! I checked out Morgana's prospective secret. Wow, awesome. I need to work some magic and get it in there... I gotta lose something, though... Also, Jww was kind enough to capture some HD photos with me, and I will be working on adding those to the OP. Thanks again, J-Dubs! (That's what I call you, I guess). Edit: Haha, I want to add a little something about this picture, which you may recognize from the level: http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/5130/picture12xh.png Looks innocent, right? Take a closer look out the window. Hm... a little spaceman... with a red cape... If only there were someone who always wore a spacesuit and a red cape!? I guess we may never know! Hilarious, never noticed that! I held comph captive on my moon until he released the secrets. ME and him now have highest 2p high score, i betz you cant beat it. I have the highest one player score, can you beat it?

2010-03-10 04:40:00 Author: warlord_evil Posts: 4193

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I am EXCITED Who is the spaceman with the cape?

2010-03-10 05:36:00 Author: Arctos13 Posts: 258

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Bummer... didn't realize this was published. Oh well, will play it quite a bit tonight!

2010-03-10 13:06:00 Author: CCubbage Posts: 4430

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I am EXCITED Who is the spaceman with the cape? ..and on the aliens side!! I had heard rumors of this madness, but the pic shows us the truth. Sadly it was mrsupercomputer. Not sure if he got out before the ship went up or not. Ya know.. I played this several times now and forgot to play the REAL one!!! LOL!! I will do that and give my final report a bit later today.

2010-03-10 13:13:00 Author: jwwphotos Posts: 11383

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..and on the aliens side!! I had heard rumors of this madness, but the pic shows us the truth. Sadly it was mrsupercomputer. Not sure if he got out before the ship went up or not. ) WHAT?!?! I'm not on the alien's side! I'm simply minding my own business, floating around outside his window... completely innocent... yes... innocent...

2010-03-10 14:12:00 Author: mrsupercomputer Posts: 1335

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So polished it practically gleams! First mention has gotta go to the visuals - the attention to detail, design and stickering are amazing. It all looks so solid and crafted, I even spent a few minutes just opening and shutting the door into Engineering, i swear you've got 2 thin layers overlapping there! No idea how you did that. Its a beautiful level from start to finish, you've done a fantastic job, it really feels like your gadding around in a miniature spaceship. Gameplay wise, again, it's extremely smooth, and incorporated into the the environment seamlessly. Special mention to the robot conversation, which still manages to be hilarious even after playing it four times. And jump pads ftw! : )

2010-03-10 14:13:00 Author: julesyjules Posts: 1156

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Thanks, guys. I was honored to have a 5-star going for a while. Oh well, since it dropped, I'll start publishing - but I'll be sure to actually make tweaks as I do. Cheers. [...] I swear you've got 2 thin layers overlapping there! No idea how you did that. [...] Well, I do have two thin(ner) layers overlapping there. I use checkpoint thick material for the horizontal movement of the door. This is made possible by using the much-less-popular golfball thick material (or as I'm going to refer to it... point bubbles thick material, since we don't generally use golfballs), which composes the entire wall in front of the doors. You can't make them overlap using the grid, but you totally can with connectors and non-grid movement. Thanks to Sehven for hitting me up with this material. I'm going to see if putting a block of it a prize bubble is editable (for some reason, the block of plasma material that Ungreth sent me is editable). Thanks for the kind words!

2010-03-10 14:26:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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wow, this looks incredible! I have to check this out as soon as I get home!

2010-03-10 14:30:00 Author: wexfordian Posts: 1904

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So he is alive!! I've managed to add in that little secret that Morgana found last night. Good luck to the rest of you in finding it!

2010-03-10 14:57:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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So he is alive!! Well with a level like this I had to pop out of the woodwork to give my 2 cents

2010-03-10 15:00:00 Author: wexfordian Posts: 1904

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Incredible .. Comph, it's my favorite one from you yet

2010-03-10 16:55:00 Author: Powershifter Posts: 668

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I'm very curious to see if anyone finds that one too.... It just seemed so perfect a place it needed to be done.

2010-03-10 17:09:00 Author: Morgana25 Posts: 5983

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d'Oh - Im so much better at making secret areas than I am at finding them. Must replay.

2010-03-10 18:35:00 Author: v0rtex Posts: 1878

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I'm very curious to see if anyone finds that one too.... It just seemed so perfect a place it needed to be done. Hmmm... I think I might know this new place might be! Though I think I was missing one or two anyway!!

2010-03-10 18:47:00 Author: jwwphotos Posts: 11383

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Con: Some text goes by too fast to read Pros: Everything else!! This level is awesome! I especially loved the robots' conversation. xD Virus scan..

2010-03-10 18:55:00 Author: RobotCrash Posts: 121

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I will lengthen some of the speech bubbles. Was it just the captain scene?

2010-03-10 18:58:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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I will lengthen some of the speech bubbles. Was it just the captain scene? Yup.. I think I mentioned that as well, but I might have been giggling too much to type it actually.

2010-03-10 19:00:00 Author: jwwphotos Posts: 11383

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Holy amazing screen shots, batman!! The level looks incredibly gorgeous. I cannot wait to play it tonight! [Edit: On the other hand, it's level's like yours that make me feel like dropping my moon in a bomb survival level and never seeing it again. How can a new creator do anything but despair when looking at those screen shots!?! I haven't seen anyone mention how excellent the area designation stickers look. The font is beautiful. That in of itself must have taken a fair amount of time, and has a huge visual impact.]

2010-03-10 19:40:00 Author: RoharDragontamer Posts: 397

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Interstellar Infiltrationcomphermc Hmm. That name sounds familiar. One thing: were the prize bubbles in the level supposed to have prizes in them?

2010-03-10 20:05:00 Author: Aya042 Posts: 2870

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If you recall, I mentioned that the level was already named that when you suggested it, haha. I don't think I came up with it myself, though. I'm pretty sure mrsupercomputer suggested the very same name, and so I used it. Since you suggested it as well, I thought it worked. As you said, "Great Insane minds think alike." --- As for prize bubbles... I'm getting to it... eesh. No one ever keeps them anyways, right? I'm thinking of putting the font I made scattered about the level. People are into fonts, right? *glances at post above yours* Yeah, I think I'll do that. After lunch!

2010-03-10 20:46:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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No one ever keeps them anyways, right? Depends how awesome they are. If you have, or know of any decent transparent font stickers, I'd certainly want those.

2010-03-10 21:10:00 Author: Aya042 Posts: 2870

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The only transparent font I have is the one used in the LBPC logo, and it's orange. I do have the transparent Aperture Science logo, but that's about it.

2010-03-10 21:16:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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The only transparent font I have is the one used in the LBPC logo, and it's orange. I think I've seen some of those used in other levels. Is there a level where I can pick them all up from?

2010-03-10 21:54:00 Author: Aya042 Posts: 2870

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oh, god, I can't remember. Um... let me do a forum search. --- In the meantime, I have added tons of prizes to the level. I think it slightly changes the highest score possible, but in the direction to where new players are at an advantage. Let's see, in the level itself, I have put: The Custom Switch Console (the vertical pull switches) with the little Panel Display A Little Security Droid Interstellar Font, Numbers 1-9 Interstellar Font, A-Z The Grabby Box Large Sentry Droid A simplified version of the Getaway Craft A Large Rectangle of Starry Sky In addition to that, you get: The High-Tech Doors, for completing the level. The Grabber Arm Elevator, for acing the level. The Reactor Core, for collecting all prizes. Anything else you guys were looking to snatch from the level?

2010-03-10 23:08:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Anything else you guys were looking to snatch from the level? Uhhh... Just no viruses. Cool prizes! Can't wait to check them out!

2010-03-10 23:14:00 Author: jwwphotos Posts: 11383

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Stunning.... I'm amazed at how beautiful this level is. Beautiful lighting, great use of material, humor and personality - and well-designed gameplay. Incredible. The only TINY input I have is the stairs near the end - was a bit difficult on the camera angle to tell what plane I was on. But, that's a very very small complaint. Awesome job! I can tell I'm still missing some points... there are much higher scores than mine in there.

2010-03-10 23:17:00 Author: CCubbage Posts: 4430

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That reminds me that I did change that camera a little bit for some reason that I cannot remember. Perhaps I'll flirt with the idea of changing it back. @ Jww - Hah. I'm clean, I swear! --- As a side note, adding those prizes made this level huge! It's now 1200 KB when I back it up.

2010-03-10 23:25:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Some random guy I sometimes play with online always drags me to stupid bomb survival levels. I demanded that he follow me to my pod, and we played your level. Not only was I able to get the 2x score bubbles, but he seemed very impressed! Perhaps I converted him? We'll see.

2010-03-10 23:37:00 Author: monstahr Posts: 1361

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Oh! This shot up to cool levels so quickly it passed by me! I'll be sure to play this very soon. The pics look great and I can't wait to see what you can come up with next! Oh yeah, I really like those hooks on chains (for lack of a better explanation) gameplay ha!object. They're really neat! Haha!

2010-03-11 00:07:00 Author: piggabling Posts: 2979

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Simply amazing! That is one of THE best looking levels ive seen on the game, so much eye candy A great level to play aswell, I loved the little opening sequence, that was a nice touch. Congratulations on a great level my friend

2010-03-11 00:09:00 Author: TonyTwoGunz Posts: 139

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Awesome style is a highly recommended level. I loved the visuals they are great in fact the combination of the visuals and a ingenious game-play make this level one of my favorites from you. Good job, keep up!

2010-03-11 02:32:00 Author: ferrrch Posts: 429

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I think it slightly changes the highest score possible, but in the direction to where new players are at an advantage. Now I have to go play the level to get the highest score again? I must keep my 1st place spot!

2010-03-11 02:41:00 Author: warlord_evil Posts: 4193

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Yup. You got a "starcruiser killer" on your your hands. This is how I wanted my "GBS3" level to look like Super slick, and a joy to play through. One of the prettiest **** levels out there.

2010-03-11 15:54:00 Author: wexfordian Posts: 1904

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Amazing level with a level of polish very rarely seen in lbp. I loved everything about this level, the gameplay, visuals, humor etc were all perfect. The amount of time and effort you put into this is very evident. Yet another highly impressive level to go with your others.

2010-03-11 18:45:00 Author: SteveBigGuns Posts: 423

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I Really wanna play this level! And i wanna put the Time warp on the background to add to the atmosphere

2010-03-11 18:54:00 Author: Kern Posts: 5078

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I played this level last night and was really impressed. The amount of detail that was put into this from the initial cut scene, to the sentries, to the font, to the lighting and sound effects were implemented as well as any level I've ever scene. I think the puzzles were well thought out and the entire level was fun to play from start to where my PS3 froze (after the landing of the escape ship.) Doesn't sound like anyone else had that issue so I guess it must have been a random glitch and not a thermo overload by the level. The opening dialogue between the sentry bots was pretty good. I'm glad my 10 year old daughter had no idea what she was reading. 5/5+H!!

2010-03-11 19:23:00 Author: RoharDragontamer Posts: 397

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Gorgeous level. I saw this back when it was in development and I was instantly in love with it. Have to say that gameplay-wise it's a bit on the easy side, but that's not necessarily a bad thing: it was fun. I was constantly stopping and looking around, taking off stickers to see how you had done it, and generally admiring the scenery. I got stuck at the end for like 10 minutes, cuz I'm stupid. I kept trying to figure out a way to jump from the escape ship up onto the ledge on the right side... not noticing the grabbable material above it. A couple friends joined me and we tried EVERYTHING to get up there, including using the roof of the ship, propped on her head, as a ramp. Yeah, I felt really dumb when I finally spotted the grabbable ceiling and two seconds later got to the scoreboard.

2010-03-11 23:54:00 Author: Sehven Posts: 2188

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Lol. Well, I used Aya's new emitter glitch to guide the player to the left with some more bubbles, so hopefully no more problems there. Eesh... to think of someone getting stuck there!

2010-03-12 00:18:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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This is a masterpiece. I can count on one hand how many levels have the polish this one does. The gameplay was fluid and fun. The only two problems i had were i didnt like the use of a sackboy as captain, but you fixed that, and it took a while to find where to go after crashing. I was swimming around in the water for a minute before jumping to the ledge to the left, but this is my own fault. I also commend you for taking the feedback in your beta thread and actually fixing all the tiny things that are really picky. Most of that suff i would have just been like "Meeh" and turned a blind eye to.

2010-03-12 01:15:00 Author: Jrange378 Posts: 573

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:star:x5 + Heart + [Beautiful] = Fantastic Level :3

2010-03-12 01:16:00 Author: FreeFlyzz Posts: 265

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I can't play LBP, so I haven't played it yet, but this looks really great! How do you find the time to make all those (great and successfull) levels...? 3 or 4 levels in few months? I'm jealous

2010-03-12 03:09:00 Author: dajdaj03 Posts: 1486

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I can't play LBP, so I haven't played it yet, but this looks really great! How do you find the time to make all those (great and successfull) levels...? 3 or 4 levels in few months? I'm jealous Don't sleep or do homework! Edit: Lol. My LittleBigSpellchecker wasn't working properly, and I spelled "Hangar" as "Hanger" when you land in the getaway craft. Is fixed now. Thanks to Kernel for spotting it.

2010-03-12 03:17:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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I was able to complete the level this morning and it was still very rewarding to play. I am REALLY bent out of shape that I did not stumble across a single secret area . I noticed this the first time I played, and forgot to mention it in my previous post. The first two doors I opened, popped up a dialogue box that said "--". I am assuming you had something slightly more informative that the speech bubble police inappropriately censored.

2010-03-12 17:41:00 Author: RoharDragontamer Posts: 397

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Nope, those are empty dialogue boxes. I just use them for cutscenes. As for the secrets.... good luck!

2010-03-12 17:51:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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I haven't said my bit yet: This is one of the prettiest levels ever. I always thought of comphermc as the guy who's a logic whizz, a great platform builder, and great visuals. I never knew you were ZOMFGWTFBBQ great at visuals until now. Awesome level, which overall, is an improvement in every way to the candyk. (I'm a poet and I didn't even know I was! ) This level is the closest to perfect I've come across, and with 'All Mine', 'Cap'n Sackbeard' and now this, you are leading the pack by quite a distance for the creator of the year spot!

2010-03-12 18:12:00 Author: KQuinn94Z Posts: 1758

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This level made me sick! I was GREEN with envy! Yuck! I was so impressed I was depressed! I really had a very low moment while (with my mouth agape) I looked upon this levels extreme detail and beauty. You spend long hard hours trying to do something unique (right...2 million levels plus, and I'm going to come up with something special) only to play this master piece and feel you'll never again be able to equal this master work. ugh! But seriously...I couldn't get over some of the things you did in there...the look, feel, dialog, and gameplay all very top drawer! After I went to counseling and my therapist told me not to give up on my LBP therapy plan...I put away my list of people I was gonna kill and got back on my (LBP Horse) and crawled back to my moon to sulk... WOW this is so very impressive...great job! Math teacher huh? I think your heading into the wrong Field of Study my friend! 5 Stars Hearted Brilliant and Hearted you as a creator! (for once my sign off matches my feelings!) JK

2010-03-12 18:17:00 Author: AJnKnox Posts: 518

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Fun fact! My Name is now part of the Hangar! Woohoo!

2010-03-12 19:38:00 Author: Kern Posts: 5078

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@ Kernel LOL - Just the way you say that with obvious glee is infectious Congrats and you now owe your soul to comphy you realize? @ AJ - I know exactly how you feel about this one. It's inspiring and crushing at the same time. I'm just glad I get to play levels comphermc makes - can you imagine how much worse the planet would be without his work?!?

2010-03-12 19:50:00 Author: Morgana25 Posts: 5983

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Oh!!! And there,s another "mandatory to play" level there. Really looks like I should plug back the game.

2010-03-12 20:18:00 Author: RangerZero Posts: 3901

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How do you people have the time to create such masterpieces?! I'm going to try really hard on my newest level. *determinted face* >=| But first I need to play this level.

2010-03-12 21:56:00 Author: midnight_heist Posts: 2513

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Everything was so polished and detailed. I never new that stickered rubber material could look so good. The robot conversation was very amusing.

2010-03-13 05:21:00 Author: Arctos13 Posts: 258

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I finally dragged myself out of create to have another couple of plays of the finish one, and have finally dragged myself out of create to leave some comments I'm sure you understand why I've been head down creating for the last few days Comph Awesome really is all I can say. Everything from the design, to the stickering, characters, dialogue etc etc etc is sublime. It actually looks better than Starcruiser in my opinion, and of, course plays infinitely better. I loved all the little cutscenes, very funny. I spent ages pulling stickers off in certain sections to see what they were and how you did it, but actually don't think I'd have the patience to attempt it myself. And, well you saw my reaction first hand at the crash at the end. Excellent work, loved it. And I have to agree with Caryn, awe inspiring and crushing at the same time. :star:, and don't even think I gave it a heart. I hate you, and your obviously more magical than mine sticker tool.

2010-03-13 09:26:00 Author: GruntosUK Posts: 1754

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compared to your other levels and to be completely honest, all mine was AMAZING as was the brain chain stuff; but this was a little... I can't really put into a short text but umm, it was a little short, ideas and concepts were unused and it was a little difficult in places to understand what you wanted me to do.

2010-03-13 11:31:00 Author: flamingemu Posts: 1872

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compared to your other levels and to be completely honest, all mine was AMAZING as was the brain chain stuff; but this was a little... I can't really put into a short text but umm, it was a little short, ideas and concepts were unused and it was a little difficult in places to understand what you wanted me to do. I respect that people's tastes will differ, but what do you mean by "unused". Were they unoriginal? Sorry you tended to get lost. If you look around, there are little arrow decals pointing the way to go. I refuse to put mouths telling the player where to go, so the decals will have to suffice.

2010-03-13 14:20:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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, but what do you mean by "unused". Were they unoriginal? no, not at all; I just meant the sentries had an amazing design and I was looking forward to hiding from them more than once, but the instead of the sentries like in the game with the comical scene, I was met with this big, uglyish grey one which fired plasma balls instead of what I was expecting ( like the sentinels in halo) which were these big orange lazery things.

2010-03-13 16:53:00 Author: flamingemu Posts: 1872

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Just played it! Plain ol' fantastic level. No problems to speak of! I aced it but I don't know if I found any secrety-secrets in the level. I think I'm 13th or something, just in front of killzonequinn! Haha Amazing visuals and signature Comph gameplay. 5 stars and a juicy heart!

2010-03-13 21:23:00 Author: piggabling Posts: 2979

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I played this recently and absolutely loved the visuals. Great job. By the way, I currently have the number one score for one-player on this level.

2010-03-14 01:05:00 Author: X-FROGBOY-X Posts: 1800

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I played this recently and absolutely loved the visuals. Great job. By the way, I currently have the number one score for one-player on this level. Ooh, Shadowheaven is going to be MAAAAAD!

2010-03-14 01:23:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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aya: CreatorB, original creator of the hundreds of semi-transparent stickers that have been all the rage lately, hearted one. There were two fonts in it. I think it was called outcut stickers. @comph: I noticed the prize names were "Interstellar Font, A-Z", and "Interstellar Font 0-9" (missed a comma, shame on you.) I am quite picky with titles you know.

2010-03-14 01:24:00 Author: Incinerator22 Posts: 3251

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Another great level. I found it a little short, and was a tad disappointed with the abrupt ending (Was looking forward to a boss). However, was a real treat for the eye, and those robots where also awesome. I'm dead jealous that you thought up the idea for the switches before me! Nice work.

2010-03-14 01:30:00 Author: standby250 Posts: 1113

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it was a little difficult in places to understand what you wanted me to do. yeah, this was my problem too. Most places it's clear but like where you grab and swing yourself across the ceiling? i don't believe there's any kind of arrow aiding that. i found that by total accident.

2010-03-14 07:43:00 Author: monstahr Posts: 1361

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That was an awesome level. The level design is creative and feels like you're in a spaceship. I also loved the end of the level where you entered the strange alien forest because of the colorful lighting. The puzzles and platforming works too. Congratulations on being spotlighted.

2010-03-21 20:00:00 Author: JustinArt Posts: 1314

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One of my favorite levels on LBP but makes me a sad panda that mine are no good

2010-03-21 20:16:00 Author: Xeno_Destroyer Posts: 72

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Thanks guys! I'm glad you enjoyed it. --- Also, thanks to TheAdipose, I now have a nice little trailer... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AtcxlqC4LZw&feature=sub

2010-03-21 23:03:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Wow that is awesome!!! the visuals rock!

2010-03-29 04:50:00 Author: suchiacatdog Posts: 15

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I forgot to mention on this thread that I 5 starred it, and hearted it. Whoah! Luos gave something 5 stars and a heart! ZOMGBBQ!! yes, I liked it that much.

2010-04-01 02:08:00 Author: Luos_83 Posts: 2136

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Wow! Haha. Thanks Luos. (I noticed you guys did some creative decorating while making the trailer... hehe...)

2010-04-01 02:12:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Yea, Adi wanted to know how you created those nice little round spots on your stickers.. So well.. I just had to place some VeraBee stickers around.. god.. I love those leafs. Btw, dude.. The last part with you crashing.. It so rules!

2010-04-01 02:39:00 Author: Luos_83 Posts: 2136

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The best looking level I've ever laid my eyes on. Fantastic job! How'd you get it to look so good? Really? I'm not quite sure what to say, but this was terrific. Fun platforming with smart level design and some hilarious dialogue. Seriously, I've never seen this level of detail. Why haven't Media Molecule hired you yet? I gave it five stars and hearted it, and am disappointed that this level only has 4 stars as well. Seriously, this AND Zephyr Valley 2 have 4 stars? MM has to address this now.

2010-04-05 00:42:00 Author: qrtda235566 Posts: 3664

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Thanks, Awesomemans! Much appreciated. I don't think it would work out with MM and I... I live to far away! As a side note, Chimpanzee made an awesome video of the level, which can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2zLxzGt0kc&feature=player_embedded

2010-04-05 23:35:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Haha! 100th post! What a level though - the aesthetics were simply astonishing - by far the best I've seen in any level on LBP. I seriously don't understand why it's only 4 star! This could be the *takes deep breath* best EVER level on Little Big Planet...EVER! I am just overcome by the attention to detail on this level. It'd never even occurred to me that rubber could be used as a decorative material! I found myself quite often picking away at the stickers to see how you did it - this level is, quite simply, breathtaking.

2010-04-06 22:16:00 Author: Keanster96 Posts: 1436

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Hey again Comphermc I honestly cannot stop playing this level! Its ridiculous! The logic behind it must be amazing! and design work is absolutely great! I have to say this level has to be one of the best levels on LBP! Nice work!

2010-04-12 09:26:00 Author: suchiacatdog Posts: 15

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great level in every possible way. just a query: How do you make such amazing levels? How do you start off? Every time I try to make a level, I always end up thinking it's not good enough. I've tried on two occasions but they always seem too...blank... need some advice please

2010-04-12 12:51:00 Author: Unknown User

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You sir are an inspiration to me. Played this level a dozen times allready and can't get enough of it, it's just...awesome... The amount of detail is superb and it plays unlike anything I played before. Congratulations on a job very well done and thanks for sharing this with us Needless to say 5 :star: and hearted.

2010-04-12 13:07:00 Author: Serph Posts: 53

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Whoa, a flurry of responses. Thanks for keeping my thread alive, fellas. Hey again Comphermc I honestly cannot stop playing this level! Its ridiculous! The logic behind it must be amazing! and design work is absolutely great! I have to say this level has to be one of the best levels on LBP! Nice work! Ah-Thank you. The logic behind this one is actually quite meager. The most complicated bit of the whole level is the scene where the box falls down And even then, it was mostly just timing everything out correctly, and applying set-reset switches effectively. Thanks! great level in every possible way. just a query: How do you make such amazing levels? How do you start off? Every time I try to make a level, I always end up thinking it's not good enough. I've tried on two occasions but they always seem too...blank... need some advice please Starting a level is definitely hard. It's all about finding the right theme and running with it. I will be honest that the visuals for this level were initially inspired by candyk's StarCruiser. After a while, though, I fell into my own groove and it started to feel unique. If you ever think that a level is not good enough, just step back and ask yourself why that is. Don't be afraid to delete entire portions of the level if they can be made better/differently. Lastly, take your time. It took me months before I even had a firm grasp on the basics. Some people don't have the patience for that, but if you do, just stick with it. You sir are an inspiration to me. Played this level a dozen times allready and can't get enough of it, it's just...awesome... The amount of detail is superb and it plays unlike anything I played before. Congratulations on a job very well done and thanks for sharing this with us Needless to say 5 :star: and hearted. Thanks! ------- Do you guys haz levels you want me to check out? I see you don't have any levels shared in the showcase.

2010-04-12 19:35:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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Hey, What material did you use for the back layers ( The ones seen at the beginning of that video you have up there) Cheers!

2010-05-03 19:11:00 Author: Xenon- Posts: 35

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Hey, What material did you use for the back layers ( The ones seen at the beginning of that video you have up there) Cheers! Rubber that was stickered gray.

2010-05-03 20:37:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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hi there, this is an amazing level well done, was wondering what the blue material you use in your level is and where you get it from?? (i took stickers off to see if i could work it out but can't lol) also hoping for some advice seeing as by the look of it your the sticker master. i am currently making a level and some of the stickers arent showing on the material i have stuck them on, they blink in and out of sight, sometimes i can see them and some times i cant. also im trying to find secret areas but cant lol, i get to the bit after the block collapses and then there are the stairs going down to the right, but i jumped in the blocks to the left instead and the camera changes and there is a grab sign on one of the hook things on the ceiling and i've tried for like 15 minutes straight and cant work out a way to get to it arghhhhhh and again great job. would be great to see some sort of sequel some time :star::star::star::star::star:<3

2010-05-16 18:39:00 Author: Unknown User

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hi there, this is an amazing level well done, was wondering what the blue material you use in your level is and where you get it from?? (i took stickers off to see if i could work it out but can't lol) It's blue wood, which is a story mode material. Not sure where to find it, but it's in there. also hoping for some advice seeing as by the look of it your the sticker master. i am currently making a level and some of the stickers arent showing on the material i have stuck them on, they blink in and out of sight, sometimes i can see them and some times i cant. Sticker glitch, eh? Try making your stickers smaller by breaking big pieces of material into smaller pieces. also im trying to find secret areas but cant lol, i get to the bit after the block collapses and then there are the stairs going down to the right, but i jumped in the blocks to the left instead and the camera changes and there is a grab sign on one of the hook things on the ceiling and i've tried for like 15 minutes straight and cant work out a way to get to it arghhhhhh Corner jumping is key. When you jump on the corner/edge, you sometimes get launched a bit higher than you would normally. --- Thanks!

2010-05-16 19:38:00 Author: comphermc Posts: 5338

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I hope you guys don't mind a month-long bump :x But anyway, i played this level the other day, and i gotta say, it was amazing design-wise, and gameplay-wise (I like stealthy games )

2010-06-20 22:26:00 Author: Thunderstruck Posts: 296

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I'm up late grinding on my latest level and I needed a new font, so I found a nice set by Comphermc. So thanks for that. Since I was working on a science fictiony level and one of his had a great spacey title, I went ahead and played it. Great use of the layers, Impossibly crisp clean design, and I can't even imagine what the thermometer on this thing looks like. It seems to be about to end, after an impossibly long romp through an alien spaceship... then keeps going! Comphermc deserves every play and heart he gets. Only problem is... I don't feel nearly so good about how mine's coming now...

2010-08-12 16:42:00 Author: SpeedyMcKnuckles Posts: 331

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i'm just responding to this out of common courtesy... he knows it's awesome. i'll say it again - "starcruiser shmarcruiser. media mo... err candyk is for noobs now"

2010-08-30 01:24:00 Author: Unknown User

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Loved it! Completely original and very well thought out! Likes: The idea Visuals gameplay Improvements: The ending sort of ended in a cliffhanger... Apart from that, it was absolutely EPIC! Please try my level, Sky City and On Stranger Ground, I would really appreciate it!! thanks!

2010-11-15 20:07:00 Author: Unknown User

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