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Creator Spotlight 18 - javi_haguse

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javi_haguse
Subterranean Specialist
Interview conducted by xkappax (http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/member.php?1864)

I think it is safe to say that anyone who knows me knows of my love of 3 things: crystals, ghosts and caves. That being said, it will come as no surprise that someone like me would want to spotlight someone like javi_haguse. Why? Because javi_haguse is not just GOOD at making caves. He is the master of all things subterranean, creating some of the most striking cave scenes that I have ever seen in LittleBigPlanet. But that's not the only thing that javi_haguse excels at. Javi is an artist, blending beautifully colored lights to bring his rocky scenes to life, with a lighting style that puts him right up there with lighting masters such as Morgana25 and Nattura. But don't just take my word for it. Put on your spelunking gear and we'll delve into the depths of javi_haguse's creative genius.


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Should BoxGhost really be trusted with a gun of that size?

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All right, this one isn?t really a question, but if you would be so kind, please list the levels you?ve published to date and any statistics you?d like to share with us, i.e. plays, hearts, how many rocket animals per level, etc. Whatever you feel like sharing.

Security Breach

The Descent

The Descent 2

(All of them have been Spotlighted! woot woot)

Now, tell me... of these levels, which is your favorite? And why?
I would have to say Security Breach. This is by far my best level and I had a blast creating it. Also, this level has a bit of history since it's technically a remake. The second level that I ever created shared the same name and concept? but it was kinda bad lol. So after finishing The Descent 2, I went back to Security Breach ?just? to redesign a bridge, and ended up with an entire new level? go figure!

How long have you been playing LBP?
Actually, I?m not quite sure! I remember that my brother bought it for himself when it was fairly new. As time went by, little by little, I took it away from him ? I think he doesn?t remember it's his. Lol!

What was the first full level you ever built? And what was it like?
Ugh... my first level ever published and created was called ?Navy SEAL Boot Camp?. At the time, everyone was making little obstacle courses, and I thought that the Navy would be a good theme. It was basically just jump and grab platforming with a hint of annoying, lol. This level led to ?Security Breach?, which was a more ?elite? boot camp kinda place

What creators and levels (if any) have inspired you to create?
Well, the first level that left me breathless was Dead Space by Darknessbear. After playing this level I knew I just had to create a horror level, and so The Descent was born. But I would have to say that the creator that has inspired me the most is mrsupercomputer. I've sat for hours with this guy just planning levels and ideas. I?d say if it wasn?t for him and comphermc, I would?ve stopped playing a long time ago. Other creators that I can?t leave out are Anposteller, Nattura and Wexfordian.

Aside from drawing inspiration from other creators and levels, is there anything in the world outside of LittleBigPlanet that inspires you? This could be a hobby, profession, or even a particular movie or type of music. Pretty much it can be anything in your personal life that has contributed to your experiences as well as inspired you as a creator.
I actually work as a graphic designer for a winery but I?m an engineering student. Weird combination, I know. So the graphic designer part obviously comes in play. I?m very keen on what colors to use and how lights reflect on different areas. Obviously I also have to mention movies, too, since The Descent was based on the movie.

What are some of your favorite video games (excluding LBP) - new and old?
Well, my first-ever online game was COD4 and I was addicted to that for a while! I?m also a great fan of the MGS series, FIFA games and some Super Nintendo Classics like ?Zelda: a Link to the Past? and ?Harvest Moon?. I?m all over the place!

If you could list your favorite things about LittleBigPlanet, what would they be?
In my case, I just love the versatility of it! I obviously love creating, but the good thing is that once you?re tired or uninspired, you can always go and play millions of levels in the community. You can?t beat that!

And your least favorite thing(s)?
Hmm? let?s see. I hate that when I?m using the Corner Tool and I?m trying to grid something, and it moves slightly off to the side for no reason. Oh! And when people destroy your creations with a big block of metal in Create Mode! (I?m looking at you, Cin)

What?s the worst thing that?s happened while creating?
Well, I've had bad history with both versions of Security Breach. When I made the original, when I was pretty much done, everything unglued for some reason. Once I started remaking it, I reached the 160 hr. glitch! I reached that glitch again in the new level, too. Yea, good times?

On a sort of similar subject, have there ever been any great ideas you had that failed or for any other reason you never implemented?
I remember I once tried creating a level like ?Simplexity? but I just wasn?t feeling it. Also, a long time ago, I tried creating an actual hovercraft, but failed miserably.

If you worked for Media Molecule, what would your first order of business be? This could be anything from adding materials or tools to eradicating H4H.
There are a few things on my list! I would like to be able to hide layers and objects for easy editing. Also, I would love to be able to copy and paste settings for motors, pistons, etc. Making a Water Pouring tool would be great too. This would be able to pour water as a material in any layer that you want. I would also like to see the Mm picks implemented in-game.


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I'm standing on a rope! HALP!

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I'm sure that, based on the setting of your levels, you'll see this question coming from a mile away, but seriously: What is the deal with you and caves?
Hahaha! I don't really know! I think it's because I really like the Basic Metal material. I just love the texture of it and how light reflects on it. It's truly a mystery why I always end up making caves. After The Descent 2, I said I was done with caves? and then I made that abandoned Mining Facility in SB with a CAVE? the ironic part of it is that I?m a bit claustrophobic

In reading your level threads, I keep seeing the word "atmosphere" when describing your strong points, and I have to agree completely. I will never forget playing your Descent 2 level late at night with my friend (ironically named Sarah). We were about halfway through the level and she just blurted out "Oh my gosh! This level is REALLY scary!" And she's right. It is not easy to create a horror atmosphere in a game that is normally so cutesie and happy. What are some techniques you use to achieve this sort of "impending doom" atmosphere?
Well, I believe that what scares people the most is uncertainty. It doesn?t matter how creepy of a character you create, people are not going to be scared of it. So your best bet is to raise the tension by having the player not know what?s coming next. It's tricky cause it all depends how you raise it. In The Descent Series, I tried starting with little to no tension, and then little by little raise it with off-screen sounds and shadows. That?s the main reason why you didn?t get to see the monsters in Part 1. Another great tool, in my opinion, is silence. Taking away the music and just adding little ?eerie sounds? at different levels throughout the level, really help create this ?impending doom? atmosphere you talk about.

As I said in the introduction to this article, when it comes to lighting, you're up there with the best. Why is lighting so important to you? Are there any other creators that have inspired your lighting technique, or is it something that you just learned all on your own?
I do love lighting! It's definitely one of the main things I focus on when I?m building a level? who needs gameplay anyways! I think people don't use lighting to its full potential, you can do so much with it! I tried making it an interactive plot point in The Descent series, and the entire atmosphere in Security Breach is thanks to the ol? trusty LED. A lot of it has been trial and error, but I?m surely inspired by creators like Anposteller, Aurongel and Nattura. Those 3 should be in the definition of atmosphere!

I've been told that there are many little inside jokes in Security Breach, including a cameo from comphermc's girlfriend. What other little Easter Eggs should we hope to find in Security Breach, or any other javi_haguse level?
Lol yea! That was hilarious? at least for me! Comphermc and mrsupercomputer helped me out a lot during the entire process, so I thought they deserved a bit more than just a ?thanks?. Adding Sgt. Kelly, Comphy?s gf, was a hassle, since he was always snooping in while I was building. So the plan was to add Kelly at the last minute. Mrsupercomputer and I even created a fake instructor (codenamed: Kenny) so that Compher wouldn?t suspect anything. It was a success! Another reference to Comphermc is the ?Aperture Labs? sticker in the mining facility, which refers to his Aperture Science series. As for mrSC, I named General Simms based on his last name (Simmons). Also, on the main screen at the Control Room, there?s pics of us 3 as ?most wanted?. There?s also a cutout of both of them posing somewhere hidden in the level? but I?m not telling where! I would also recommend you check the computer screens throughout the level? there?s some funny stuff there

When preparing this interview, you sent me a mockup of one of your levels. It's very rare for me to hear about a creator planning things out on paper. Some creators sketch things out here and there, and then there are creators like me that just throw stuff down any which way and pray it sticks. That being said, could you please explain your planning process a bit? What sort of things do you do before you are ready to begin building the actual level?
To tell you the truth, I really admire people that can just create and see what happens. I definitely have to plan ahead, I can?t just build! So I first have to come up with the basic story, imagine some nice set-pieces and then a cliffhanger ending. I kinda create levels by ?sections? and then I wing it in between. I also found out that mock-ups really help me. Not only to see colors and materials (like the one I sent you) but you can also use them as blue prints. For all my future levels, I?m planning on doing little mock-ups of everything? maybe that will help me build faster!

From what I understand, your level "The Descent" is based on a movie from 2006 of the same name. I never saw the movie, but I heard it is essentially about a bunch of people who get trapped in a cave. As they try to escape, strange monsters begin to stalk them in the darkness. Is your level a remake of this movie or is it an homage to the film it shares its name with?
Well, when I decided I was going to do a horror level, I had just watched The Descent Movie. It was basically a bunch of girls that went to an unexplored cave and got trapped. While looking for an exit, they discover that a bunch of monsters lived down there? and they were hungry! What I liked the most about the movie was that they only used the lights from the hardhats to show the way. So they played a lot with shadows and sounds, my kind of stuff! So the series was based on it, but it really doesn?t follow the story in the movie.

Now, this is a question that I'm sure has been asked of you many, many times, so let's get it right out in the open. You are a brilliant creator with a fantastic style, yet you only have three levels. I don't think this is a problem per se, quality over quantity and all, but why does it take so long for you to produce a level? Can you speak about a bit of what goes into your process and perhaps some of the problems you have encountered along the way?
Ugh? I do take forever! I think it all boils down to the fact that I take this game lightly. I like playing little dumb levels with friends, joke around in create mode? pretty much just have fun! I see it as the complete opposite of work: I have no due dates, I don't have to do it? when it's done it's done! Then on top of that, as I mentioned before, I over plan a lot! So add those 2 together, and you end up with 3 levels

What does the future hold for javi_haguse? Are we going to see a Descent 3 in the near future, or possibly Security breach 2?
Yes and yes! These are two levels that I already have planned out in the back of my mind. After finishing Security Breach, I was planning to start right away with the sequel. But then the news of LBP2 came out? so yea. Going by my record, I don't think I would finish it by the time LBP2 get in stores. But who knows, I?m pretty impulsive so I might start it anyways. As for Descent 3, I do think that I should definitely wait for LBP2 for this one. All the new cinematic controls and better graphics will hopefully make it much scarier!

And now... a lighthearted question: How much do you bribe the building code inspectors when they come around to check the safety of the structures in your levels? Because seriously, it always seems stairs are falling apart or radio towers are crashing down. That can't be safe for anyone involved!
Hahaha! Don?t worry, I require everyone that joins me in Create Mode to wear a hardhat. Safe enough? Luckily the code inspector was a fan of Zephyr Valley and mrSC just had to sign a few autographs!

Finally, is there anything you, as a creator, would like to add to this? Or any other experiences you?d like to share? If not, I?d like to ask one more question of you: If you could give any bit of advice to new creators out there who are thinking about entering the wonderful world of creating, what would it be?
Well, I would say have fun! A lot of people take this too seriously and sometimes forget that this is just a game. Just try to do your best and be proud of your work!


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Extremely detailed war room scene in Security Breach

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Before we go into this video segment, I want to introduce our two new members of our team, Chimpanzee and Leather-Monkey! These two went above and beyond to make this video happen after several unfortunate circumstances, and we're overjoyed to have them aboard. Just to remind you guys, we are still taking applications for video editors and recorders, so you can go on and keep sending them in! And now, without further ado, the Creator Rewind!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61Rx_p3BBbw

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Some of the most beautiful sights to behold are the carefully carved limestone caverns of Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. But these cathedral-like works of natural art were not formed in a day. In fact, it takes an average stalactite or stalagmite 3,000 years to grow a mere six inches. The same can be said about javi?s levels. It takes time to make the carefully sculpted works of art that he calls his levels.

That being said, this concludes our tour of the wonderful world of javi_haguse. I hope you enjoyed your journey. Mind your head as you exit the caverns, there are some low ceilings! And watch your backs, for you never know what lurks in the dark caverns of javi_haguse's imagination.

Well, that's all, folks! We hope you have enjoyed this installment of the Creator Spotlight. For past spotlights, please visit this link (http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?100-Creator-Spotlight-Archive). See you in two weeks!		2010-07-17 21:10:00

Author:
Aya042
Posts: 2870

A well deserved, well written spotlight. Well done everybody!
watching the rewind is fun.
also, first post!		2010-07-17 21:14:00

Author:
flamingemu
Posts: 1872

You can get sensor switches fom BestBuy?!

Hilarious Creator Rewind guys! 		2010-07-17 21:21:00

Author:
Plasmavore
Posts: 1913

I want to thank Leather and Chimpanzee profusely for all the work they put into this, and jw for being so patient when things kept going wrong. I hope you guys enjoy this one. ^__^2010-07-17 21:23:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

You can get sensor switches fom BestBuy?!

Hilarious Creator Rewind guys!

no, radioshacksack		2010-07-17 21:26:00

Author:
flamingemu
Posts: 1872

no, radioshacksack

I think that was my favourite gag (made me spit tea all over my monitor when I was editing) - that or "Halo Breach" 		2010-07-17 21:30:00

Author:
Chimpanzee
Posts: 27

Congrats Javi! Glad ya made it!

Great job, team. Wonderful interview and rewind.		2010-07-17 21:33:00

Author:
TheCountessZ
Posts: 537

Lol, the Halo Breach gag made me properly lol! Had to put that in there.

Before joining the crew, I had no idea how much time and effort these guys put into making quality, entertaining Spotlights - not to mention getting them out on time! A HUGE thank you to jww, xkappax and Teeb for all there hard work and for allowing Chimp and myself let ourselves loose with all the footage! 		2010-07-17 21:36:00

Author:
Leather-Monkey
Posts: 2266

That was brilliant!!!! I loved the "Editing Primates" at the end XD

Oh, and I'd like to think that was the cave box ghost was building when you left her!

Hahaha		2010-07-17 21:38:00

Author:
Weretigr
Posts: 2105

Awsome! great job team!
also congrats you two primates there lol		2010-07-17 21:48:00

Author:
Unknown User

Javi is a great creator and very much deserving of this spotlight. Great job to spotlight crew for putting this together as well!2010-07-17 21:49:00

Author:
Jrange378
Posts: 573

WOO! New spotlight!
I felt that I had to post before reading because my mind just asploded.
Javi really deserves a spotlight... now on to reading that... and watching the video...		2010-07-17 21:50:00

Author:
napero7
Posts: 1653

hillarious spotlight
and brilliant choice once again!
never stop these spotlights! <3		2010-07-17 21:53:00

Author:
TOBSn08
Posts: 143

fun stuff, ghost of stephen foster was a good choice as well2010-07-17 21:56:00

Author:
monstahr
Posts: 1361

fun stuff, ghost of stephen foster was a good choice as well

I'm obsessed with that song at the moment! Love the music video!!! There's a Squirrel Nut Zippers instrumental in there too. 		2010-07-17 22:05:00

Author:
Leather-Monkey
Posts: 2266

Amazing interview once again, and well deserved on javi's part.

Awesome rewind yet again! 		2010-07-17 22:08:00

Author:
talbot-trembler
Posts: 1114

Finally read that and watched the video and all that what normal people do... I also felt tired. Not because of the spotlight, really.
Really nice interview Interesting thing is, I've found those cardboard cutouts and have looked at the monitors and all that stuff. Javi has also inspired me to include secrets and easter eggs in my levels... if I would publish any levels you could see them

I enjoyed that video, too. Really funny at some parts and really inspiring to look at all that.

Are you making spotlights for PSP people or should someone make a new version of the spotlight just for that, because now that I've kinda turned my back on the PS3 side for a moment and actually created something on the PSP, I've realized that those people also need some love YAY!		2010-07-17 22:20:00

Author:
napero7
Posts: 1653

Haha! Nice one, I really love those, guys...
I really can't see LBPC without the Creator spotlights now
Thanks Thanks Thanks, we really appreciate your hard work. And the rewind was pretty funny 		2010-07-17 22:28:00

Author:
Chump
Posts: 1712

Finally read that and watched the video and all that what normal people do... I also felt tired. Not because of the spotlight, really.
Really nice interview Interesting thing is, I've found those cardboard cutouts and have looked at the monitors and all that stuff. Javi has also inspired me to include secrets and easter eggs in my levels... if I would publish any levels you could see them

I enjoyed that video, too. Really funny at some parts and really inspiring to look at all that.

Are you making spotlights for PSP people or should someone make a new version of the spotlight just for that, because now that I've kinda turned my back on the PS3 side for a moment and actually created something on the PSP, I've realized that those people also need some love YAY!


Well... none of us have PSP's so these are pretty limited to the PS3.

lol.. at you feeling tired!! Too much reading?		2010-07-17 22:30:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Congrats for the Spotlight Javi!
I haven't read anything yet cause I have no time at this moment, but I wanted to be one of the firsts to congratulate you.
I'll come back to it and read carefully, because I want to know what kind of people is in my friendlist 		2010-07-17 22:33:00

Author:
poms
Posts: 383

javi_haguse congratulations man for getting the Creator Spotlight 18!

You deserve it you plus you were the one how help me create Sackboy And The Demantoid Crystal (part1/2) Thanks

Also congratulation to the creator spotlight team you did an excellent job you guys just keep impressing me everytime lol		2010-07-17 22:34:00

Author:
Arnald23
Posts: 1843

Well you knew it was gonna be tough following-up Teebonesey... And the extra time only made my thirst greater... Congrats Javi--you keep some superfine company.2010-07-17 22:36:00

Author:
Gravel
Posts: 1308

Congrats Javi!
and good work once again spotlight team!		2010-07-17 22:37:00

Author:
OmegaSlayer
Posts: 5112

lol.. at you feeling tired!! Too much reading?
No, I said it wasn't because of the spotlight... well yeah it's because I'm tired and it's 0:42 here 		2010-07-17 22:42:00

Author:
napero7
Posts: 1653

Another really interesting and funny interview.

Great work spotlight team, and welcome to the newest members!		2010-07-17 22:45:00

Author:
Gilgamesh
Posts: 2536

Congratulations Javi! Most deserved and so glad our team could shine the Spotlight on you for a bit!

Thanks everyone, glad you enjoyed!

Sara did a fantastic job on the interview and the answers from Javi were awesome! Welcome Chimpanzee and Leather-Monkey to our team as we REALLY appreciate their talent and hard work. We knew they were talented, and they knocked this one out of the park!

To be honest, this video was one of the weirdest, hardest, plagued with issues project we have ever been involved with. It was also my first turn at recording one of these videos. Figures!! However, thanks to the amazing efforts by our editors churning through the tons of files, we finally get this one published!

Yay team!

Thanks again!		2010-07-17 22:46:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Thanks for another awesome Creator Spotlight! Pretty much the first thing I did when I got home was to read it!
Your voices seemed much clearer in this video. Did you record it in a different way?

Congratulations, Javi! The Descent: Part 2 is one of my favourites.		2010-07-17 22:48:00

Author:
Rhys125
Posts: 841

RadioSack Congrats javi and thank you for the interview kappa 2010-07-17 22:54:00

Author:
AbstractFlesh
Posts: 837

Thanks for another awesome Creator Spotlight! Pretty much the first thing I did when I got home was to read it!
Your voices seemed much clearer in this video. Did you record it in a different way?

Congratulations, Javi! The Descent: Part 2 is one of my favourites.


Thanks much! Yeah.. we used Skype and recorded a group conversation for all the bits. Makes it more of a chore though to keep all the files straight since there are TWO recordings happening! lol		2010-07-17 22:54:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

This is so coincidental! I actually went to a limestone cave today!

Great interview. Thanks for the read. 		2010-07-17 22:58:00

Author:
AgentBanana
Posts: 511

I watched the Creator Rewind on YouTube before reading this.. not on purpose, though.2010-07-17 23:04:00

Author:
JawboneX
Posts: 90

This is so coincidental! I actually went to a limestone cave today!

Great interview. Thanks for the read.

I went to a limestone cave the day I contacted javi to do this interview. lol. It was very weird. That was like a month ago.
Thanks for the kind words everyone. What jw said was true. This thing was plagued with problems. But ... thanks to leather and chimp and jw, we actually pulled it off! WHOO HOO!		2010-07-17 23:06:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Congrats, Javi! Your levels are absolutely stunning, and playing them never gets old Great interview too, you guys are doing absolutely awesome 2010-07-17 23:29:00

Author:
Duffluc
Posts: 402

Awwww I inspired Javi! So, I guess all those messages he sent, pestering me to check out his levels, finally paid off huh!

But seriously, I'm glad he sent them and convinced me to come take a look at his levels, because as much as I hate to admit it, he's got some mad skills. He's also used those skills to help me many occasions and we've created some pretty awesome stuff. I look forward to working with him on even more awesome stuff and seeing more awesome levels from him in future!

Congrats Javi and bring on The Descent 3!		2010-07-17 23:41:00

Author:
mrsupercomputer
Posts: 1335

Another great spotlight - and spotlightee. Congrats to everyone involved, because that was a very good read 2010-07-17 23:48:00

Author:
Coxy224
Posts: 2645

Great interview and awesome Creator Rewind! I've never been a big fan of cave and underground levels, I feel its often an overused theme usually with a lack of colour, but the Descent levels are definately some of my favourites, the atmosphere is perfect. Not played the remake of Security Breach, I'll have to do that at some point!

Good work Leather and Chimp too (liked how you put 'Editing Primates' in the credits ).		2010-07-17 23:50:00

Author:
Nuclearfish
Posts: 927

congratulations are in order...and well deserved as i've been a fan of the descent when it launched and the sequel as well


looking foward to part 3

now if you don't mind i'll be heading to the BREACH to find the 3 most wanted		2010-07-18 00:07:00

Author:
Shadowcrazy
Posts: 3365

I had a feeling Javi would get a Spotlight soon!

Great spotlight, as always! Congrats to Javi for it. You've deserve it entirely!

The Creator Rewind was hilarious too!		2010-07-18 00:12:00

Author:
piggabling
Posts: 2979

Awesome interview! Great rewind and Security Breach is one of my favorite levels
I really enjoyed reading this one! Thanks 		2010-07-18 00:15:00

Author:
Alec
Posts: 3871

wow congrats Javi! pretty well deserved

great interview!		2010-07-18 01:16:00

Author:
Joey
Posts: 758

Another great interview. Thanks spotlight team . Javi is an amazing creator and I hope to see more from him.2010-07-18 01:20:00

Author:
SteveBigGuns
Posts: 423

Congratulations Javi! Can't wait to read this one 2010-07-18 01:25:00

Author:
Morgana25
Posts: 5983

Brilliant spotlight as always, Javi has brilliant levels.2010-07-18 02:04:00

Author:
robotiod
Posts: 2662

I am starting to love all of these creator spotlights! each one gets more awsome, and i love the creator rewinds, they are so funny!
I would like to say thanks for a job well done, well, for the next 2 weeks.
cant wait for the next one		2010-07-18 02:11:00

Author:
Unknown User

Wow... just wow!
Thanks to everyone for the kind words and thanks to the team for making such an amazing video and interview! I'm on my phone right now, so once ii get home I'll properly thank u all! I'm truly truly grateful!		2010-07-18 02:12:00

Author:
javi haguse
Posts: 744

Congrats Jav I remember testing out the Security Breach with you up to the explosion good times you deserve it man. 2010-07-18 02:42:00

Author:
WESFUN
Posts: 1336

I've only played his The Descent levels, and that was only because my brother egged me on to. They were great levels, but I never checked out any of his other levels. This is all the recommendation I need, though.2010-07-18 03:26:00

Author:
qrtda235566
Posts: 3664

I've only played his The Descent levels, and that was only because my brother egged me on to. They were great levels, but I never checked out any of his other levels. This is all the recommendation I need, though.

I definitely recommend security breach. 'Tis a beautiful level!		2010-07-18 03:32:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Another great spotlight as usual! Nice job Spotlight crew! And congrats on the spotlight javi_haguse! 2010-07-18 03:47:00

Author:
RJA00000
Posts: 387

That was an awesome read guys, thanks team!!

Javi_haguse is one of my favorite creators, he's the master of caves!

By the way, how do you pronouce javi_haguse? 		2010-07-18 04:12:00

Author:
X-FROGBOY-X
Posts: 1800

Nice interview. Never played Javi's levels, and unfortunately I don't like scary things. (lol) i'll try your security breach level tomorrow when I have time.
Watched the video, but Haven't listened to it's audio yet,		2010-07-18 04:22:00

Author:
Fishrock123
Posts: 1578

Excellent spotlight! I really enjoyed giving it a read, Javi really deserves it. Love the levels, can't wait to see what you do in LBP2!

Thank you spotlight team and welcome chimp and leather! 		2010-07-18 04:34:00

Author:
OneEyedBanshee
Posts: 1370

Congratulations javi! You are definitely one of my favorite creators and you're only getting better and better. In The Descent 1, you used capt_commando's jeep, and in your Security Breach remake, you made a great jeep yourself and it's one of the best I've ever seen and in a smooth style that matches the level. You're getting better at everything and you even helped start a trend by remaking an old level! You're a lot like KornDawwg in how you have a set of materials you use a lot and use to perfection. Your environments use beautiful lighting, custom stickers, and stunning material architecture. You can make anything look good.

Thanks for mentioning me btw

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Pretend this is like level feedback or something :

-Why isn't javi ever in the video? Besides, I wanted to hear his accent which he claims is 'sexy'
-There are parts where the mics are a lot quieter than the music and other parts where they're a lot louder, and have you ever considered adding subtitles?		2010-07-18 04:50:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

Congratulations javi! I love the atmosphere you created in your levels, and my brother and I enjoyed playing each and every one of them!

And huge thank you goes to the Creator Spotlight crew for another top notch interview and video. I simply can't get enough of it!


Watching my head for low ceilings,
jeffcu28		2010-07-18 06:52:00

Author:
jeffcu28
Posts: 648

Loved it! Pleasure to read and I love all those levels.2010-07-18 07:04:00

Author:
dTOtheTEE
Posts: 183

You know, I've never heard of this guy before. But now I am VERY glad you told me about him! Thanks y'all.2010-07-18 07:11:00

Author:
Pulsemap
Posts: 92

Yeeeiiii! Javi your so cool your so cool lol!
I laughed when you said one of your favourite words "ugh" haha
Very well deserved spotlight and an interesting interview!
Well done to you all!
P.s You didn't mention the Fenderjt tribute level your working on?? LOL		2010-07-18 10:47:00

Author:
Fenderjt
Posts: 1969

These spotlights are one of the best things about LBPC.
Please keep on making them, your hard work is very appreciated.

I don't think I have played any of javi's levels, so i'll be sure to have a go.
Some great jokes in the vid too guys!		2010-07-18 10:56:00

Author:
midnight_heist
Posts: 2513

I really enjoyed reading the spotlight! I still can't watch the rewind before I am home though I go crazy, since everyone mentions different stuff from it *argh*
That does not stop me from making a poem to Javi though! I have played all the levels, so yay! Luv'em <3

Oh my gosh, it's so dark
I can't see a single thing
I do not know I cannot know
what the dark will bring

Javi Haguse, caveman extreme
Dark atmosphere all the way
I am horrified, terrified
So make them beasts go away

A little "eeek!" over here
and a little "argh!" over there
I can confirm caves are scary
and something that makes you fear

Complete in details and goomy scenes
I huff in relief as the scoreboard is reached
but with an accident I press one more time "play"
though it was no accident, my security limit is still not...

breached?
2010-07-18 11:58:00

Author:
moonwire
Posts: 1627

Pretend this is like level feedback or something :

-Why isn't javi ever in the video? Besides, I wanted to hear his accent which he claims is 'sexy'
-There are parts where the mics are a lot quieter than the music and other parts where they're a lot louder, and have you ever considered adding subtitles?

I'll explain those! Javi couldn't make it apparently (don't know the reasoning), so he provided the spotlight team with some of his stuff and they messed around with it. That's why it's a Creator Rewind. Creator Rewind - For when the creator can't make it, Creator Closeup - For when the creator is able to guide us through their levels.

The sound issue is pretty much my fault, due to a lot of strange reasons, I ended up having less than a day to edit all my stuff, and didn't have time to actually watch the stuff through once it had rendered - it won't happen again, but I apologise!		2010-07-18 13:44:00

Author:
Leather-Monkey
Posts: 2266

Just played Security Breach and it's probably my new favourite level! 2010-07-18 14:05:00

Author:
Nuclearfish
Posts: 927

Pretend this is like level feedback or something :

-Why isn't javi ever in the video? Besides, I wanted to hear his accent which he claims is 'sexy'

As Leather explained.. There are two types of videos and it depends on what the Creator chooses. It is totally up to them which one we do. I suppose Javi was just too 'sexy' to have us come visit him and decided on a Rewind instead.

Actually some of the reasons have been the Creator is just too busy or cannot get a time to meet us like in jack's case where he was traveling all over the place and tried like heck as he really wanted to do a Closeup instead. Other reasons might be that they don't have a mic or they just don't feel like messing with it, or perhaps not comfortable with speaking to the vast masses of the internet!

I thought we had specified that early on with our Spotlights, but maybe we need to reiterate that each time so folks aren't confused. Thanks for the feedback!		2010-07-18 14:05:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Just played Security Breach and it's probably my new favourite level!

It's incredible, isn't it? Oh man, so much detail!		2010-07-18 14:06:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Geeeeze. Might as well call this The mrsupercomputer Spotlight, Part 2.

Congrats, Javier. You're not the worst creator evar. 		2010-07-18 14:18:00

Author:
comphermc
Posts: 5338

Compher, you should be nicer to him, or in his next level, he might kill you instead of your girlfriend. 2010-07-18 14:20:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Haha. I showed my girlfriend and all she had to say was: "How do they know what I look like?" I'd take that as a compliment, Javi. 2010-07-18 14:23:00

Author:
comphermc
Posts: 5338

Excellent creator and excellent interview! The rewind made me laugh too. 2010-07-18 15:40:00

Author:
iGotFancyPants
Posts: 1355

Well done guys creator spotlight always puts a smile on my face. (there ya go)2010-07-18 16:56:00

Author:
Pattington_Bear
Posts: 777

Great work on the Spotlight as always! I think I'm going to have to kick my gf off the TV to go replay Javi's levels... 2010-07-18 17:44:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

I've never really heard of Javi before, but from what I just read and saw, I think I will!

Great job once again spotlight team! 		2010-07-18 18:15:00

Author:
Mr_T-Shirt
Posts: 1477

Yay! Javi! Finally great spotlight too.2010-07-18 18:45:00

Author:
Emogotsaone
Posts: 1030

Great creator, congratulations. Nice interview and rewind. Good job!2010-07-18 20:34:00

Author:
ferrrch
Posts: 429

cool interview 2010-07-18 23:19:00

Author:
Voodeedoo
Posts: 724

I got a sneak peak at a monster from Descent 3 today and it looked good. Then he got tired of humoring me and gave me the boot 2010-07-18 23:35:00

Author:
monstahr
Posts: 1361

Another awesome creator spotlight guy's.

Congratulations Javi!! 		2010-07-19 01:25:00

Author:
VelcroJonze
Posts: 1305

Wow javi's levels look so awesome! I am gonna play them now2010-07-19 01:59:00

Author:
bob is named bob
Posts: 64

Thanks again to everyone! I still can't believe I got a Creator Spotlight and I don't get tired of watching that video! It was perfect! (even though you managed to break it a few times!! lol)
Oh and since I couldn't figure out how to multi-quote, I'm doing it the old fashioned way! lol
1. My name would be pronounced Havee Hagoose, but u can just call me Javi!
2. When the Spotlight Team contacted me, the gave me two options: a Creator Rewind or a Creator Closeup. I thought that the Creator Rewind was the best option, not only because of my schedule, but also because I believe this way they can do a much better video! (other than just hearing me talk about my logic or something) So that was that!

Again, thank you thank you thank you! Great job Team!		2010-07-19 03:27:00

Author:
javi haguse
Posts: 744

I'm ashamed to admit it, but I've never played any javi haguse levels :blush: but that was all the impetus I needed and will check them out this week. Thanks to you, javi and to Sara for another most excellent Creator Spotlight - and also a big thanks to the team of "specialists" who put the vid together. Nicely played, everyone. Congrats!!2010-07-19 04:26:00

Author:
BabyDoll1970
Posts: 1567

Wow - what an awesome team. Great spotlight.2010-07-19 06:02:00

Author:
CYMBOL
Posts: 1230

wow guys, the amount of work you all put into this astounds me each time. Well done to everybody involved and GO JAVI!2010-07-19 09:27:00

Author:
wexfordian
Posts: 1904

halo breach ftw2010-07-19 09:43:00

Author:
Unknown User

Played the levels last night, the caves, lighting, detail and frights are great! 2010-07-19 10:31:00

Author:
midnight_heist
Posts: 2513

halo breach ftw

I am amazed at the things that I say sometimes. lol. That pun was so bad it gave half our viewers cancer, I think. 		2010-07-19 12:03:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Many congratulations Javi on such a brilliant spotlight!

Fabulous interview Sara and the rewind was brilliant. Loved hearing your voices! Thanks to all the members of the team, new and old!

Icey		2010-07-19 12:45:00

Author:
IceMaiden
Posts: 1057

Congrats on the Spotlight javi! Maybe now you can use that light to help them find BoxGhost. 2010-07-19 12:59:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

The rewind is hilarious guys! Great spotlight....love these levels by javi_haguse.<32010-07-19 14:58:00

Author:
lilbullmanders
Posts: 25

all your level are really amazing. congratulation for your Spotlight2010-07-19 16:17:00

Author:
Sasukeuchica
Posts: 73

:/ I dunno rlly. I like security breach but if there were more levels on there I would like him more.2010-07-19 16:44:00

Author:
sackruler905
Posts: 103

I thought we had specified that early on with our Spotlights, but maybe we need to reiterate that each time so folks aren't confused. Thanks for the feedback!

Oh, sorry :blush:, I've watched all the videos but didn't pick up on that. Thanks.		2010-07-19 17:16:00

Author:
Incinerator22
Posts: 3251

Oh, sorry :blush:, I've watched all the videos but didn't pick up on that. Thanks.

lol.. no biggie. I appreciate the comments! Not everyone will know that especially if seeing one for the first time. So I think we will make sure to explain that a bit each time. Heck.. we even had to tell Leather! He was asking me last week.. "So.. I see all this stuff of you guys goofing around.. where's the stuff with Javi?" Ooops! So yeah, I think we need to explain that a bit each Spotlight! lol

Thanks!!!		2010-07-19 17:22:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Heck.. we even had to tell Leather! He was asking me last week.. "So.. I see all this stuff of you guys goofing around.. where's the stuff with Javi?" Ooops! So yeah, I think we need to explain that a bit each Spotlight! lol

Thanks!!!

Alright alright! There I was sounding all pro n' everything after explaining it to Incinerator!


My name would be pronounced Havee Hagoose, but u can just call me Javi!

Now I can't say your name without going into some weird Scottish accent!		2010-07-19 19:25:00

Author:
Leather-Monkey
Posts: 2266

Alright alright! There I was sounding all pro n' everything after explaining it to Incinerator!

ROFL!!! You were all pro! You just didn't know! ...I've actually had a few others asking me where Javi was!! So we need to remember to explain all that each time above the video. ..but not for you. You have it down now! lol		2010-07-19 19:32:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Javi's in the video. Stare really close during the credits. Oh, and you have to play the video backwards and with no sound to see him. And turn your monitor off.2010-07-19 19:36:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Javi's in the video. Stare really close during the credits. Oh, and you have to play the video backwards and with no sound to see him. And turn your monitor off.

I think turning your back to the screen helps enhance the experience as well. 		2010-07-19 20:02:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

I heard that Javi didn't want to be in the video and use the mic because his shy of his feminine voice...2010-07-19 20:08:00

Author:
Fenderjt
Posts: 1969

Great Spotlight! The writeup and video are epic as always, and hugely entertaining. Also, congrats Javi! You are most certainly deserving of this.

Hmm... somehow I've managed to never play The Descent 2. Off to the PS3!		2010-07-19 20:36:00

Author:
Taffey
Posts: 3187

Great interview! I really enjoyed the creator rewind.2010-07-20 01:25:00

Author:
manny_wtk
Posts: 127

Oh my good lord, The Decent series is simply stunning. The use of lighting and effects are so atmospheric, it almost feels like im playing a totally different game. Thank you Javi for being an inspiration!2010-07-20 03:03:00

Author:
Mr_T-Shirt
Posts: 1477

nice , i played the level and it is lovely :arg:2010-07-20 13:08:00

Author:
TOXIC_KILLA_
Posts: 147

LMAO! I just can't stop watching that video! Teebs is freakin' hilarious!
The nook, double-pump the clutch and 'trying to switch layers over thin gas' are just priceless! hahaha
thanks again guys!

Oh! and yea, my voice IS too sexy for a Creator Closeup 		2010-07-20 19:42:00

Author:
javi haguse
Posts: 744

Glad ya made it!!... oh wait.. wrong place for that.

Most welcome!		2010-07-20 19:59:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

DUDE, I enjoyed the Descent 1 and 2, and I have to say this, both levels were better than the movie!! LOL the mosters lurking in the backdrop, then the "surprise kills" but I enjoyed both levels, I'm creating stuff, but it's seems like all my ideas, different design is done. Thanks, I'll try out security breach tonight. kudos on the SpotLight2010-07-21 04:40:00

Author:
ninjaSpence21
Posts: 50

Haha
"Halo.. Breach" "Uh"
*Record scratch*
Classic, same with the bestbuy thing. These videos never cease to amuse me
Javi, your levels are some of my favorites, and this is a well deserved spotlight.		2010-07-21 05:08:00

Author:
nitewalker11
Posts: 222

javi_haguse, congrats i will be playing all your lvls as soon as i get back on + what i'm really excited about playing is your descent lvls.. the movie was pretty good but sad that all the girls die lol 2010-07-21 07:33:00

Author:
Onii55
Posts: 153

beeb beeb... get off my computer!

ok I'll go play halo!!

lol		2010-07-21 07:35:00

Author:
Strangepom
Posts: 445

Well done Javi, love your stuff!

Big thanks to the team too, sounds like you guys had to really jump through hoops to get this out for us.		2010-07-21 10:58:00

Author:
julesyjules
Posts: 1156

Yes!! Large hoops! ..with spikes and fire! ..and really high up in the air requiring rocket cheetahs to reach them. 2010-07-21 14:20:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Oh! and yea, my voice IS too sexy for a Creator Closeup

Thats the funniest thing ive heard in my life		2010-07-21 14:27:00

Author:
Fenderjt
Posts: 1969

Awesome stuff! Congrats! One of my favorite moments in LBP was when I was underwater.... and I heard explosions.... and a girl sinks to the bottom saying "tell Javi I love him". Great stuff!2010-07-21 14:30:00

Author:
CCubbage
Posts: 4430

That wasn't just any girl. That was compher's girlfriend. LOL. I don't know why that's so funny to me, but it is. I certainly don't think it's funny if compher's girlfriend dies in the level, but the fact that Javi had the gall to do that is hilarious to me. Javi is silly. 2010-07-21 14:32:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

LOL! Yea, I knew a bunch of ppl were gonna be like "who the hell is Matt??"
BUT I JUST HAD TO DO IT!

I wonder who I'm gonna kill next... lol		2010-07-21 14:53:00

Author:
javi haguse
Posts: 744

Don't kill me, jw, Leather, Chimp or Thom. We spotlighted you. 2010-07-21 14:57:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

I don't know what it is..... but death and infidelity as comic resources are always funny....

You can kill me if you want. I wish GruntosUK would kill me. I'm starting to wonder what will ever happen to General Cubbage.... 		2010-07-21 15:34:00

Author:
CCubbage
Posts: 4430

Don't kill me, jw, Leather, Chimp or Thom. We spotlighted you.

Hey, Comphy's gf loved me and a STILL killed her... so you never know! 		2010-07-21 15:35:00

Author:
javi haguse
Posts: 744

Hey, Comphy's gf loved me and a STILL killed her... so you never know!

So there really weren't any terrorists!?!?! {GASP!} You fiend!!!

lol		2010-07-21 15:45:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Saw the creator spotlight just now, it was hilarious!!! Made me smile like a crocodile 2010-07-23 18:20:00

Author:
moonwire
Posts: 1627

Congratulations Javi_haguse. I'm really impressed with your level "Security Breach" so looking forward to try your other levels. Great interview too.2010-07-24 18:50:00

Author:
JustinArt
Posts: 1314

What's the name of the song at the beginning when they are creating? I really wanna know!!

EDIT: Never mind, shazam saved the day =)

It's "Got My Own Thing Now" By "Squirrel Nut Zippers" for anyone else interested

EDIT 2:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qcpc1aRmrqg		2010-07-25 00:57:00

Author:
Weretigr
Posts: 2105

GREAT....
FUnny characters....		2010-07-26 08:16:00

Author:
ghetss261
Posts: 1

Sorry I'm late! This was a real treat. I've seen javi around the forums quite a bit, but this was my introduction to the levels. Excellent visuals and simply awesome "environmental" effects. Enjoy the spotlight, javi.2010-07-28 04:58:00

Author:
coyote_blue
Posts: 422

It's cool for someone new and not so well known to get into spotlight! It must make him more popular. He must be very proud of himself now. Who knows, maybe I'll be in spotlight someday too... Uoh I just wish.2010-07-29 20:06:00

Author:
FreeAim
Posts: 2462

That's what we were aiming for with javi. He's a fantastic creator, but a lot of people were like "WHO?!" when this article posted. Hopefully this has caused some people to play his levels, and people won't say "who?!" anymore. Instead, they'll say "that javi haguse, he's one awesome guy!" 2010-07-29 20:09:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Yeah.. they will say "WHO??"

"...oh you know.. they guy with all the jeeps, caves and stuff that breaks and falls apart" 		2010-07-29 20:10:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Doesnt sound too wonderfull to me. I wouldn't want people saying that about me. I don't want bad reputation... I must play his levels.2010-07-29 20:11:00

Author:
FreeAim
Posts: 2462

Javi's levels are jaw-dropping amazing. Especially security breach. ^__^2010-07-29 20:14:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Doesnt sound too wonderfull to me. I wouldn't want people saying that about me. I don't want bad reputation... I must play his levels.

It was a joke... gheeesh... tough crowd!! Security Breach is a masterpiece. Trust me.. play it.		2010-07-29 20:17:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

hahaha! lol @ tough crowd

@FreeAim
yes! I'm extremely proud! to tell you the truth, I still can't believe it
I guess it did make me more popular lol, it gave me a bunch of plays and about 100 extra creator hearts! yaaaaaay!		2010-07-29 20:24:00

Author:
javi haguse
Posts: 744

Really, javi?! Oh man, you have no idea how happy that makes me! I'm so glad to hear that people went and played your levels after this!!!! ^__^2010-07-29 20:26:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

Oh wow... I completely missed that thread...

I haven't read all the interview yet, but as usual it looks great and interesting! Thanks to the team !

Congrats Javi, this is really well-deserved! I always loved your visuals and moody levels!		2010-07-29 20:29:00

Author:
dajdaj03
Posts: 1486

*amn I'm glad that you chose him. Security breach will be first level I'll play, when I get on. Congratulations Javi Haguse!2010-07-29 20:35:00

Author:
FreeAim
Posts: 2462

Really, javi?! Oh man, you have no idea how happy that makes me! I'm so glad to hear that people went and played your levels after this!!!! ^__^

Yea! I think right before the spotlight, Security Breach was at about 28,800 plays and now it has like 30,200! So each level got about 1000 extra plays just because of you guys! yaaay! lol

Creator heart-wise I think I'm at about 1150-ish and I had just broken the 1000 mark before you guys!		2010-07-29 20:48:00

Author:
javi haguse
Posts: 744

funny X) i do hope the next 1 is better! lol2010-07-30 00:29:00

Author:
LWBear2
Posts: 332

I just checked out these levels, and they are super duper!

Give me descent 3 nao!		2010-07-30 02:21:00

Author:
Jaslow
Posts: 775

Congrats on the spotlight Javi. You definitely deserve it.

Your visuals in The Descent series are some of the most darkly atmospheric out there, and as you've probably guessed...I love darkly atmospheric visuals!		2010-07-30 11:24:00

Author:
Ungreth
Posts: 2130

I love darkly atmospheric visuals!

Me too! ^__^		2010-07-30 11:54:00

Author:
xkappax
Posts: 2569

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