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Sacknight: Fetch Quest of the King (Funny Medieval Platformer)

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Hey, I finished the first part of a planned saga, Sacknight 1: Fetch Quest of the King. The tale is a funny and bizarre one inspired by the whimsy and style of LBP and Castle Crashers. This first level is on the easy side (it's an intro level), but later level will present a full challenge. This level is fully fleshed out, including intro video, and took weeks to complete.

I'd love to receive constructive criticism as well as receive some plays. I'll review 1 or 2 levels in return

Note: the initial feedback for the level has been very positive.

Level Link: http://lbp.me/v/xqgfb4
Video Playthrough: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMgphgnuk-U
http://ic.lbp.me/img/ft/8cc6ead11ba6bb5804b75c03e06dd83fc9ba37a2.jpg http://i5.lbp.me/img/ft/cc555c5cb401659c14d689d6e64073d3273747f2.jpg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMgphgnuk-U
http://lbp.me/v/Hoplyte
2011-02-14 05:44:00

Author:
Hoplyte
Posts: 100


Q'ed, looks awesome dude, I'll be back with a review shortly. Check out my level if you get a chance.2011-02-14 07:31:00

Author:
Gutz
Posts: 175


DUDE! how am I the first person to play this, you obviously posted this at the wrong time. This level is F'ing awesome man, a little low on the puzzles and fighting but this is a beautiful example of a user created level man, top notch design, great humor, the music was fitting and even funny at times (the party in the basement). Awesome work man I hearted the ish outta U!2011-02-14 21:23:00

Author:
Gutz
Posts: 175


DUDE! how am I the first person to play this, you obviously posted this at the wrong time. This level is F'ing awesome man, a little low on the puzzles and fighting but this is a beautiful example of a user created level man, top notch design, great humor, the music was fitting and even funny at times (the party in the basement). Awesome work man I hearted the ish outta U!

Thanks for the positive feedback, and yeah I'd like to see more than 1 playthrough (got a positive review on youtube as well). I'll review your level tonight.
2011-02-15 03:15:00

Author:
Hoplyte
Posts: 100


Queued up, can't wait to try it

Maybe check out my level if you get a chance ^^
http://lbp.me/v/xvwk6j
2011-02-15 04:09:00

Author:
Unknown User


Had a playthrough.
Nice intro/humor, and that dragon/crossbow thing was pretty cool how the arrows changed layers (maybe size idk).
No major problems.
Worth a play.
No feedback required.
2011-02-15 10:23:00

Author:
midnight_heist
Posts: 2513


Looking at the screenshot/video above it looks like it deserves a playthrough. Queue'd for after work.2011-02-15 14:11:00

Author:
Shinogi
Posts: 31


Looks really good. I watched part of the level playthrough on YouTube and it seemed hilarious so it's qeued up. Will check back later with impressions.
Here's mah F4F level: https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=49159-Prius_Eco-Adventure-(With-Pics-and-Video!)
2011-02-15 14:34:00

Author:
Sack-Jake
Posts: 1153


Your screenshots don't do this level justice! Posted comments in game.2011-02-15 20:37:00

Author:
Shinogi
Posts: 31


Just played it. The whole thing is really really good.
My favorite part was the little cutscene at the beginning of the actual level where the knights are flinging sheep off the top of the castle. That's hilarious!
Also, the pictures of the bearded kings was pretty awesome.
You sir, have a very funny and subtle sense of humor and I love it!
Hearted.
2011-02-15 21:17:00

Author:
Sack-Jake
Posts: 1153


This was great fun - I always prefer levels like this, plenty of humour and light hearted fun. It looks great as well. Hearted it and hope for a sequel XD

Thanks for the feedback on my level
2011-02-16 17:02:00

Author:
Tanuki75
Posts: 172


I already commented on the level ingame but this level definitely deserves more acknowledgement. Great concept, funny story, good design, this level has it all. Can't wait to see how it will unfold. Last I checked it only had 30 plays or so!? That is insane! Please people, give this guy some plays, he deserves it. 2011-02-16 23:47:00

Author:
Unknown User


Thanks for all the positive feedback guys (and gals?). I'm overwhelmed. I'm amazed that after 32 plays from players, I still have no 'boos' and about 75% 'yays'. Even cooler, I checked the Trending Levels list on lbp.me and saw my level at #21, right behind the amazing Corridors of Madness level (play it if you haven't yet and be blown away).

Thanks for the support. I Q'ed some great-looking levels and looking forward to playing them tonight.
2011-02-17 00:28:00

Author:
Hoplyte
Posts: 100


Great humor, good play and a coupon

I did manage to fall went dismounting the ballista and was outside the play area. Playing this one was a very positive experience.
2011-02-17 03:01:00

Author:
lochnar
Posts: 59


I'm going to try to help you out. I have a level currently near the top of the cool page and all my levels are getting overflow traffic so I'm going to throw together a quick level link level and put this one in there.2011-02-17 03:36:00

Author:
Wozamil
Posts: 11


@lochnar: Thanks for the heads up, I'll look into that.

@Wozamil: That's awesome. Thanks for keeping and eye out for me, and kudos on your success.
2011-02-17 04:12:00

Author:
Hoplyte
Posts: 100


i liked the humor
great level worth to continue

btw would be funny if the sheep in the goal would be flamable and explodees after some seconds when it burns
2011-02-18 15:52:00

Author:
ForcesWerwolf
Posts: 475


Solid level. Some nice ideas at work. Like I commented in-game I would have liked the intro to be playable. While I do understand it's great practice piecing together a movie and that might have been some of the intent taking the controls away from the player for such a long time is a bad thing. Hopefully you'll continue to make levels. It's a great idea and followed through.

2011-02-18 17:43:00

Author:
nerthus
Posts: 28


Played it, Very nice lvl, but after the king's room i got bugged knight, i needed to restart lvl
In return, play my F4F lvl https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=49962-A-Tale-Of-John-Cuddlers
2011-02-18 17:45:00

Author:
Unknown User


@nerthus: You've given me some feedback that requires some significant pondering, and thanks for that. Yeah, I see your point about taking the controls away. It would be nice to let the player wander, but two things. 1, it's the text and reading that limits the speed, and I want to give players time to read and observe the level. Running through would impact that. 2, I'm planning a long series and the intro is small in comparison.

Perhaps another alternative? Maybe let player control a bird during the intro for fun? Maybe the bird would be too much of a distraction and the text and sights would be missed? I dunno, I'm thinking it over.
2011-02-18 19:12:00

Author:
Hoplyte
Posts: 100


.................. Random.............................. Cool........................................ Funny...........
These are some of the main things I look for in a level... So inevitably I hearted it... It ony had one problem (night as in the night that you are talking about is spelt knight...- In England anyway...)

It was very short but I think you should devote an entire level to the party theme you had! By the way what is a death hamster?

Please check out my lbp2 level in sig!
2011-02-18 20:05:00

Author:
trianglepigsquar
Posts: 144


Ha ha, no worries, we spell "knight" the same way stateside, the k is just pulling double-duty. You could also say "sack"is missing a k. The words are joined and I think it looks better than Sackknigt.

Death Hamster = mini-boss
2011-02-18 21:06:00

Author:
Hoplyte
Posts: 100


Great job sir, it's very rare for me to actually laugh at a level (in a humor way, not a poor design way, mind you), but the sheep near the beginning had me giggling pretty good

Typical LBP humor is self-referential and not funny to anybody but the creator, but this was legitimately funny. And good fun to play. Definitely looking forward to more entries!
2011-02-19 03:36:00

Author:
Dietomaha
Posts: 156


That was a great level! Not only were the visuals superb and the platforming fun, but it was quite humorous too. (I especially liked the knight bobbing his head to the music) The intro was great, the gameplay was great, and the musical choices were great! (Except maybe change the music when you catapult yourself out of the castle, the electronic didn't seem to fit in very well with the countryside) I eagerly await the next level!2011-02-19 03:41:00

Author:
Jdsfrog
Posts: 97


Ha ha, no worries, we spell "knight" the same way stateside, the k is just pulling double-duty. You could also say "sack"is missing a k. The words are joined and I think it looks better than Sackknigt.


Oh, I get it now! I always find things like that cool but only when someone points them out to me! Anyway please check out my level in sig.

Thanks
Trianglepigsquar
2011-02-19 08:04:00

Author:
trianglepigsquar
Posts: 144


@nerthus: Perhaps another alternative? Maybe let player control a bird during the intro for fun? Maybe the bird would be too much of a distraction and the text and sights would be missed? I dunno, I'm thinking it over.

Yes, very good indeed. That would be an awesome addition to the level. Exactly in my mind-set of thinking.
2011-02-20 16:17:00

Author:
nerthus
Posts: 28


I was just adding some levels on lbp.me from the highest rated list (yes, I owe a couple of you level plays before I play these levels). I just spotted my level, 83rd out of 3.8 million. Thanks for all of the positive feedback guys, hitting the top-100 highest rated list definitely makes me feel like I achieved something, and I owe a lot to lbpc.2011-02-22 16:44:00

Author:
Hoplyte
Posts: 100


This level was something special. Really would love to see this series grow. You have a great sense of creating a charming atmosphere and effectively using humour. Bravo for that, since it is not as easy as it seems. The intro was spectacular. The game level could use more challenging platforming elements, but taking into account that this is only the beginning of the story, this point is only to be taken into consideration as you move further with the new levels. Scenic design is not that spectacular, but somehow it just does the job right and contributes to the overall charm. Regarding the intro control, I disagree with nerthus, if player could control anything during the introduction, the effect would be lost. The intro was done very well, and I don't see it as a problem for players to watch it for 2 or 3 minutes. It has funny writing, well placed cameras, and it just works; making the intro playable would ruin the initial impact greatly. At least that is my opinion, what impressions did others have regarding this issue?

In the end, I have to say that your level was one of the most pleasant surprises so far in LBP2. Thank you for creating it and I hope to see more in the future. I am also recommending it on some other forums.
2011-02-23 13:49:00

Author:
Stampy
Posts: 86


Hmm I thought I'd Queued this up but hadn't as it turns out! It is now, and once my PS3 is fixed will definitely be playing it!2011-02-28 16:51:00

Author:
Unknown User


Hey thanks for the feedback on my level. I came to try yours and found out ive already played it and remember it well because its a great level. I loved the humour in it and the visuals. The dragon minigame was genius. keep up the good work.2011-03-01 19:38:00

Author:
hitman_472
Posts: 52


Thanks for all the help and feedback mate. I'm sorry for the little late reply. The intro was superb! A few of the frames though obscured a bit of the letters on screen. The cinematics and humor were great. The Level itself was nice, a bit cramped though in some spaces, (the staircase, the prison) but was nicely done. The game-play was simple and easy, slightly random, but the dragon shooting section was nice! The HUMOR is the top notch killer for this level. Made me chuckle and giggle the whole way through. Maybe for the next installment, a slightly more open feel to the level design (less cramped) and some nice angles during game-play? (not too overboard though....You taut me that. xD) And a bit more stylistic environments? ( although they definitely are original now. [Sheep in tress? FTW!] ) Hope to see more soon! Yayed!2011-03-13 19:37:00

Author:
Noroibito
Posts: 211


I?m all moved into my new digs and back online again! Thanks for leaving feedback on my Ka-Boom Basketball level. I?m sorry it took so long for me to get back at you. I?m always open to open to F4F. If you ever need someone to give your level a quick test before you go live, hit me up.

Feedback 4 Feedback

Pluses: Love the jumping fish and raccoon. Nice sound and setup. Dental but not health! Good lettering. Catapulting Sheep!!! Funny sayings. Unexpected dance party ? lol. Arrow shooting was a nice add-on.
Minuses: A few random placed items looked out of place. Maybe give the bushes more depth somehow.
Undecided:
Suggestions: Good music, maybe play with the timing of certain scores. Add some more ?arrow shooting? like events throughout. Clean up any edges that don't look natural.
Must Have: A pretty damsel in distress!
Creativity: Nice job, keep it up.
Playability: Played easy.
2011-03-30 05:19:00

Author:
peoriaspitfire
Posts: 359


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