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The Resilient Rocket CrabWampaCow The Resilient Rocket Crab is a vehicle that I created to run a simple but unique course. It's different from most vehicles in that it (almost always) will right itself if flipped over or even broken. The Rocket Crab isn't the only vehicle in this level. There is a secret area that can be accessed if you locate and shoot The Beatboxing Beaver. It's definitely worth a second playthrough for this alternate end. http://i53.tinypic.com/35bgwli.jpg I encourage everyone to try out this level. While not the most detailed or professional looking, it has a few unique features and I think everyone will get a laugh out of some part of it. There are a few things I don't want to give away in this description. Give it a shot and you will see what I'm referring to. Generally, just hopping on the crab's back and holding on will get you to the end of the level. Don't be discouraged if the crab loses several limbs. Chances are it will still make it. If it somehow gets stuck, perhaps that is a good time to search for The Beatboxing Beaver. http://i52.tinypic.com/ztw4fa.jpg http://i51.tinypic.com/29w9ws0.jpg See if you can pick out the the two Super Mario World references. One is subtle and the other is much more obvious. This is my first level and I'm sure it won't be quite up to par with most of those on here. My goal with this one was to get used to some of the creation tools while making a level that is comical, simple, fun, and unique. I welcome all comments, criticisms, and feedback. If there is a particular tutorial you think I should read to improve my level, I will gladly do it. Thanks in advance. I'll leave you with this final enticing screenshot: http://i56.tinypic.com/2hpsrav.jpg

2010-09-04 08:23:00 Author: WampaCow Posts: 16

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Ok first impression of this level was, it uses MM made objects, which isn't always a bad thing, especially in a level meant to test your creating skills. I also found that the Rocket Crab isn't indestructible, its back wheel broke off on my first try LOL. It worked fine the second time though. It was very cool how when the crab came off the last ramp and then went up the vertical wall. Suggestions: Maybe use a less MM objects and more ones that you make. The level wasn't much more then a crab and a race track, but definitely not bad. 3 stars.

2010-09-05 05:19:00 Author: SackRacer77 Posts: 153

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Nice, thanks for the feedback. I never said that Rocket Crab is indestructible! In fact, he breaks pretty much every time. The beauty is that he will still make it up the wall most of the time. You're right about the level not being much more than a crab and a race track. One request: play through once more and find the Beatboxing Beaver. It's practically half the level (an alternate exit). I'll give you a hint: he is about halfway through the track. I'll give your LittleBigSpace level a play tonight.

2010-09-05 06:14:00 Author: WampaCow Posts: 16

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Ok I'll try it again.

2010-09-05 06:23:00 Author: SackRacer77 Posts: 153

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I like a good Rocket Crab to take for a spin. You must have a great imagination to think of adding a rocket to a crab. I did break on me though, and I'm not sure how you get around that, but it was fun and kinda kooky at the same time. Always a good combination. Good luck. I'd love your feedback on my F4F level Flying Saucers From Mars (remake). Thanks

2010-09-05 22:43:00 Author: thanatos989 Posts: 248

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thanatos989: I'm glad to see someone else who appreciates a fine Crab-based vehicle. A few questions: 1. What broke off Rocket Crab? 2. Was he still able to make his way up the wall? 3. Did you find and utilize Rocket Beaver? If the answer to question 3 is no, I strongly recommend a few more playthroughs to see the 2nd path. I'll definitely play your "Flying Saucers From Mars (remake)" level tonight. It looks like fun.

2010-09-06 02:24:00 Author: WampaCow Posts: 16

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The rocket crab broke not long after I got it going pretty fast, but I couldn't tell what did it. The rear wheel / leg broke off. It whirled around and around for quite a while, but eventually it did go up the wall, where I was able to jump on the electrified crabs and complete the level. I did not know a rocket beaver was available. I must return for a look see.

2010-09-06 02:38:00 Author: thanatos989 Posts: 248

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Awesome! Finally a level that isnt trying to be the best level ever! I oughta try this! Is deffineatly a welcome change to all of the shark survivals.

2010-09-06 14:57:00 Author: grayspence Posts: 1990

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Thanks grayspence. I know everyone trash talks "Cat Race," but I really enjoyed that level. It's fast, simple, and has funny vehicles. At one point, I ramped my cat in such a way that it began climbing the back wall. This was the inspiration for Rocket Crab's wall climbing ability. I enjoy almost all vehicle levels, but they usually have a few fundamental problems that annoy me: - If you flip the vehicle over, it is useless and the player must run a great distance to the finish. Rocket Crab will right himself if flipped over as long as he still has one working arm. - If you die while operation a vehicle (bound to happen with any fast vehicle), you usually respawn at the entrance with no way to get back to it. Rocket Crab takes care of this issue by carrying the entrance with him! - Most vehicles can't climb walls. Since crabs in real life can climb walls, it only makes sense that Rocket Crab can too. Obligatory question: Did you find the alternate path with Rocket Beaver (pictured at the end of original post)? (Hint: you ramp over the spot you need to find) Do you have any levels I could try? I always enjoy playing the creations of someone who supports Rocket Crab.

2010-09-06 17:21:00 Author: WampaCow Posts: 16

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AWESOME!! i love your level finally someone makes a new rocket animal! and then the idea that it can break but still go on! definently :star: :star: :star: :star: :star: and <3 positives: Humor fun Alt ending! Negatives: Visuals SHORT! Ohh and please try my F4F its in my sig

2010-09-06 20:03:00 Author: Hrtdl Posts: 36

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Thanks for your feedback Hrtdl. I'm glad you enjoyed it. I played your level "Burning Island" and left you a note about it on that thread. Judging by your mention of an alternate ending, I'll assume you found Rocket Beaver. Any difficulty flying him? He seems to struggle as you add people to his load. The visuals are definitely one thing I wasn't completely satisfied with. I had planned to make them impressive, but I don't really know how. I need to check out some tutorials on this.

2010-09-07 07:10:00 Author: WampaCow Posts: 16

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Not done many of these, so it may not be good feedback Positives: - Funny, especially with 2+players - This is a nice short level that doesent take its self to seriously - Its not a Jump/Shark Level - LOL! Beaver Rocket!! - Like the multiple endings Negatives: - Theres not much to seperate it from other race levels - Visuals need to be improved Overal: I felt that because it was only your first level, and you were only trying out the create tools it deserves a :star::star::star::star:!! Good luck with your future LBP creating!

2010-09-09 16:49:00 Author: Bang126 Posts: 157

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Okay just played it and well first impression was oh god no I feel my cheetah trauma rising up again. But then I sorta crashed mid-air tumbling right in front of Mr Beaver. I continued my adventure and after I completed I even played it again...Yes you gained 2 plays on me XD. I had a way more steady flight towards the exit this time but I was kinda disappointed when I got there. A blood thirsty horde of Tiny creatures awaited to kill me... I killed em all muwhahahahahahahahahahahhahahahahahahahahahahahaha hahah Took me a while them lil sneakys kept electrocuting me. I rated it 3 stars because well the visuals were no offence sad :/. Overall funny (really hilarious) and fast level just improve the visuals and you might reach far place with this.

2010-09-10 11:26:00 Author: J_wulfke Posts: 72

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I just played your level at thought it was pretty good. Pros: - Obviously the rocket crab is awesome. - Having a secret exit is quite cool. - Travelling vertically is fun. Cons: - It's quite short, who wouldn't want to spend more time with the crab. - There isn't anything to look at in the background. - The first time I tried him the rocket beaver went left instead of right. It worked fine the second time. - Could maybe use more obvious arrows or signs telling you where to go. Also, the beaver is only mentioned in the description and not anywhere in the level. Overall I thought it was very enjoyable and give it 4 stars. :star::star::star::star: P.S. Thanks for the feedback on my level.

2010-09-27 21:53:00 Author: Unknown User

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