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Welcome to our second Community Spotlight! For those of you who don't know, Community Spotlight is a way for us to show off, or "Spotlight", our favorite levels made by you! We scour our Level Showcase (http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=40) for awesome levels, and we neatly organize them in a list format to allow you to easily find and play them on your own. We've got a roundup of 17 different levels for you to tackle, all of which are fantastic in one way or another. If pictures and/or a video is available, it will be provided in the listing. In order to keep this fair, these levels are not listed in any specific order.

Level Title - Forum Username/PSN Username - Original Thread
Mayan Sane Temple - RenderFX/RenderFX - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=5225)
Description:

"I've just published my fifth level, "Mayan Sane Temple" (no quotes), which represents close to 80 hours of work & testing. I consider it to be my best level so far. I spent an inordinate amount of time ensuring the experience melds with the soundtrack.

There are a few sidequests and score challenges, which are completely optional - if you want the points, you'll do them, if not, you can breeze through the level in about nine minutes. There is 2x section, as well as a key hidden in the maze that unlocks a related challenge stage." - RenderFX

Media(if available):

http://i361.photobucket.com/albums/oo53/renderfx/Mayan%20Sane%20Temple/Mayan20.jpgu637ZRax2nM
Run sackboy run - dorien/oooDorienooo - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=5207)
Description:

"The level has you running at full speed the whole time and constantly in danger of being killed by moving electrified hazards. You follow a yellow path and have to grab and push different objects (also yellow) and are constantly running and swinging and jumping all over the place." - dorien

Media(if available): None

Alchemy Anthology: Fire I - Antlands - Chaz'oSulls/ChazoSulls - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4750)
Description:

"It's the first level in hopefully a long running series (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=p=71632#post71632) (depending on the popularity of this first level). Please check it out and give me some feedback whether it be positive or negative.

The first level in the fire series is set in a barren, volcanic mountainous region inhabited by...Giant Ants..... But don't worry, they're actually a friendly bunch. Except those dang red ants that seek enjoyment out of lobbing fireballs at passing by sackboys.

The level is straight up platforming with a strong theme of fire of course. Dotted around the level you may come across colourful and bizarrely talkative sign posts. Right now, they do nothing. But if and when the series becomes fleshed out, they will have purpose." - Chaz'oSulls

Media(if available): None

The Clocktower and The Great Blue and The Finale - Tyler/Tylerburrito - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4821)
Description:

A 3 level series, aptly dubbed "Sack in Time", that will have you bribing pirates, fighting giant crabs, and killing quite courteous hexagons. Overall, this is a great series that you just have to try.

Media(if available):

The Clocktower and The Great Blue and half of The Finale (I'm not ruining the ending!)
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Midnight Train - Gilgamesh/Jirugameshi - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4422)
Description:

"You are traveling on a train, trying to catch up to the mysterious and elusive Midnight Train.

This level features my patented new Infinite Level Technology (tm) and a challenging new boss, enjoy! " - Gilgamesh

Media(if available): None

Temple of Sun and Moon - Voltiare/Voltiare - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4498)
Description:

Containing fantastic platforming areas and some puzzle elements, you'll have tons of fun beating this level. However, will you make the best decision in the end?

Media(if available):

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Groovy wheel of color - BinkTGH/BinkTGH - Thread
(https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4670)
Description:

A nice break from the platforming of most levels, this level will have you speeding around in a "Groovy wheel of color" collecting points and heading for the exit.

Media(if available):

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120Courics - Monkeynutz/Henkie-Spankie - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4884)
Description:

Now that you've had your break, try out this platforming level! It's got new and creative ways of getting around, and it'll keep you on your toes. The author is a Game Design student, so be sure to give him feedback in the thread provided above so he can improve and grow.

Media(if available):

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If at first you don't succeed V2.0 - scooby4953/scooby4953 - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4609)
Description:

One of the longest level's I've played without getting bored, If at first you don't succeed V2.0 is a fantastic example of a puzzler in LittleBigPlanet. Play through the entire thing, you won't regret it.

Media(if available): None

Steel Wheel - Coaryanthes/GamerDonn - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4762)
Description:

A minigame built on a simple concept but surrounded by a fantastic atmosphere. Give it a try and see how well you can do.

Media(if available):

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v442/misanthropicbliss/LBP/steelwheel1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v442/misanthropicbliss/LBP/steelwheel2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v442/misanthropicbliss/LBP/steelwheel3.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v442/misanthropicbliss/LBP/steelwheel4.jpg
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Tree Fortress - Splapp-me-do/Splapp-me-do - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4696)
Description:

If you want an example of fantastic atmosphere, this is it. Splapp-me-do does an amazing job making you feel as if you are in a wooden tree fortress. With spike pits, enemies, tons of objects to collect, and some surprises, you wouldn't want to miss out on this.

Media(if available): None

The Creed - Maedhros/Maedhros - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4512)
Description:

"My third level. I'm a huge fan of the Ubisoft Montreal game, Assassin's Creed. I decided to take my spin on the series and do a fun LittleBigPlanet version. I have included the horse rides, tall towers, scribes, and a fierce escape scenes as seen in the game.

Explore the city and unlock various prizes I have laid throughout the rooftops. I may add more unlockables as times goes on." - Maedhros

Media(if available):

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y83/Doodmar/P7210002.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y83/Doodmar/P7210004.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y83/Doodmar/P7210007.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y83/Doodmar/P7210010.jpgOuc27QVIaRA
Super Tank - behindinfinity/behindinfinity - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4388)
Description:

A tank that can change shape based on user input, your challenge is to maneuver the obstacles to reach the end.

Media(if available):

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CoD4 : All Ghillied Up - DrunkMiffy/DrunkMiffy - Thread (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=4464)
Description:

Based on the popular CoD4 level, this is a fun recreation that will have you sniping enemies out of windows and holding off attacking soldiers. Give it a try, it's tons of fun.

Media(if available):

_jysc_p3chg

2008-11-28 20:11:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman

Posts: 3729

behindinfinity's video is messed up

Which is the Super Tank one.

2008-11-28 20:33:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino

Posts: 5250

awesome list played a couple of these and loved them!

2008-11-28 20:39:00

Author:
kit07

Posts: 84

Wow that's a good weekend's worth of great levels to check out, nice work and congratulations to all the authors and thanks for compiling the list CC.

Cheers QuozL

2008-11-28 20:39:00

Author:
QuozL

Posts: 921

2008-11-28 22:25:00

Author:
Gondito

Posts: 1082

im usually pretty humble on these forums, but im suprised my level Hibachi Dojo didnt get into the list, I feel it was better than my level Limbo, which was featured in the first spotlight
may i ask why it wasnt considered?
I won't comment on specific cases, but I'll provide the process I go through when I decide whether or not something should be spotlighted:

Is the level fun?
Do the aesthetics of the level work?
Are there any new ideas presented in the level?
Is the level obviously superior in quality when compared to an "average" level?
Are there any redeeming qualities to the level other than the above four that could make it worth spotlighting?

Generally, if a level doesn't earn a "Yes" to at least three of those 5 questions, it's not going to be spotlighted. Also remember that most of this is subjective; my idea of "average" might not be the same as the next guy's.

2008-11-29 00:01:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman

Posts: 3729

Phew, I just finished playing all of the levels here that I hadn't played until now. There are some real gems up there, that's for sure. I've hearted about 4 or 5 of the levels here.

I'm also very happy to see my own level that I worked so hard on here. It makes me feel like continuing with the Alchemy Anthology series is worth it. Thank you muchly! :arg:

Well alrighty! I'm going to make it my absolute mission to get featured at least once.

That didn't take too long. ^___^

2008-11-29 01:19:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

I won't comment on specific cases, but I'll provide the process I go through when I decide whether or not something should be spotlighted:

Is the level fun?
Do the aesthetics of the level work?
Are there any new ideas presented in the level?
Is the level obviously superior in quality when compared to an "average" level?
Are there any redeeming qualities to the level other than the above four that could make it worth spotlighting?

Generally, if a level doesn't earn a "Yes" to at least three of those 5 questions, it's not going to be spotlighted. Also remember that most of this is subjective; my idea of "average" might not be the same as the next guy's.
Im guessing im missing new ideas and the last one, and that makes sense. just you wait for The Canals of Xoxhimilco. Its gonna be great, that is. when I get around to grindin down and workin hard on it

2008-11-29 02:59:00

Author:
Gondito

Posts: 1082

Haha, after kit07 reviewed my level a 9/10 on his blog, I wrote this in a PM:

"I appreciate it since I put a ton of effort into making it. Now I hope it just gets spotlighted one of these days."

Little did I know it would be so soon. Thanks, guys.

2008-11-29 03:30:00

Author:
Voltiare

Posts: 646

Congratulations on the cool levels, guys and girls. I'm sure you creators will keep improving

2008-11-29 04:13:00

Author:
Night Angel

Posts: 1214

Congrats for those that got mentioned!

I will play these levels over the weekend most likely.

2008-11-29 05:35:00

Author:
Unknown User

i already played them they were nice

i liked run sackboy run a lot

2008-11-29 06:03:00

Author:
Snrm

Posts: 6419

2008-11-29 10:15:00

Author:
Killian

Posts: 2575

2008-11-29 12:16:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

im usually pretty humble on these forums, but im suprised my level Hibachi Dojo didnt get into the list, I feel it was better than my level Limbo, which was featured in the first spotlight
may i ask why it wasnt considered?

And I'm quite surprised that my "Earthquake Evasion" level isn't up there.Last spotlight, I thought TOSAM deserved to be up there and I honestly thought it was better than some of the levels up there. BUT I didn't worry about it. I didn't even mention it. I just congratulated the people who were spotlighted and got over myself. And now, it has been spotlighted later on.

So don't worry. If it's good enough, it will be up here eventually.

First time I played it, I knew Temple of Sun and Moon would make spotlight. The double ending is genius!

Heh, it's not that hard to make. Just some dissolvable materal and sensor switches.

2008-11-29 18:20:00

Author:
Voltiare

Posts: 646

Heh, it's not that hard to make. Just some dissolvable materal and sensor switches.

Oh, it's not the technical aspects that is genius. It's just the idea itself.

2008-11-29 19:31:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

2nd time in a row! I'm on a roll

Now I have to go make another level so I can be featured on Episode 3!

2008-11-29 19:38:00

Author:
Maedhros

Posts: 32

Congrats to all who made the spotlight. I played most of these levels before they made this list and Temple of Sun and Moon and Midnight Train are particular standouts for me. I am surprised Earthquake Evasion and Abandoned Coalmine are not featured but perhaps they will make it into the next one.

1. Is the level fun?
2. Do the aesthetics of the level work?
3. Are there any new ideas presented in the level?
4. Is the level obviously superior in quality when compared to an "average" level?
5. Are there any redeeming qualities to the level other than the above four that could make it worth spotlighting?

I think another factor that should be considered is: Is the creator of the level an active member of this community? It is no secret that some people have been joining the forums for the sole purpose of promoting their levels but have no interest in leaving feedback for others and being a part of the community. This being the "community" spotlight I think the creator should be contributing to this community in some way. It is still possible to give a level credit by playing it, hearting, leaving comments and giving it a high rating if it deserves it but to highlight it here just does not seem fair to some of other other members who are really part of the community who may have levels deserving to be on the list and did not make it for whatever reason. But it could be that only I feel this way

The other option would be to create a panel who decides collectively...

2008-11-29 23:40:00

Author:
OCK

Posts: 1536

Well, that's practically part of it already. In the case of people who post and never return, they would never answer the pm to get into the spotlight, and as such, wouldn't be in it.

2008-11-29 23:45:00

Author:
BassDeluxe

Posts: 984

Well, that's practically part of it already. In the case of people who post and never return, they would never answer the pm to get into the spotlight, and as such, wouldn't be in it.

Sorry but I know for a fact that some of the people who have been featured have not left feedback on anyone's levels but rather respond to their own threads if someone has commented on their levels. I would be very surprised if I am the only one who has noticed this...

2008-11-29 23:51:00

Author:
OCK

Posts: 1536

I think another factor that should be considered is: Is the creator of the level an active member of this community? It is no secret that some people have been joining the forums for the sole purpose of promoting their levels but have no interest in leaving feedback for others and being a part of the community. This being the "community" spotlight I think the creator should be contributing to this community in some way. It is still possible to give a level credit by playing it, hearting, leaving comments and giving it a high rating if it deserves it but to highlight it here just does not seem fair to some of other other members who are really part of the community who may have levels deserving to be on the list and did not make it for whatever reason. But it could be that only I feel this way

The other option would be to create a panel who decides collectively...

I completely agree with you here. We take forum activity into account when deciding, but it doesn't have any weight when determining the quality of a level, which is why it isn't in that set of questions. BassDeluxe, they do not have to reply to the PM to be included in the spotlight, though, so that doesn't really apply.

We've already got a panel that decides collectively (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=t=5359). So far there's 3 members (BassDeluxe, Chaz'oSulls, and Whaaaaale), but it's still open for applicants.

2008-11-29 23:56:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman

Posts: 3729

They don't have to reply? Well, maybe that should be a requirement.

Or we could go with Ock's old idea of having a certain post count before being able to make threads there. I always thought that might be a good idea, though there are definitely cons to it too.

2008-11-30 00:26:00

Author:
BassDeluxe

Posts: 984

I personally don't think that should be case. Luckett_X promoted his levels there and has never returned but his levels are amazing and I wouldn't want to miss out on anything like that.

At the same time, I suppose it is pretty cheap for people who don't bother with the community to have their level take up space in the showcase.

2008-11-30 03:03:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

I personally don't think that should be case. Luckett_X promoted his levels there and has never returned but his levels are amazing and I wouldn't want to miss out on anything like that.

This levels popularity has been such that you would have heard about it anyway, regardless of whether he had joined these forums (I played the Sackhoutte levels before he joined us here, both hearted and 5 star which is what I meant by other ways to give a level the credit it deserves). But that is a great example of someone joining to promote their levels and then disappearing (although I am sure he will be back once his next level is released...) and not the only one from those that have been featured in the 2 spotlights.

At the same time, I suppose it is pretty cheap for people who don't bother with the community to have their level take up space in the showcase.

Exactly.

2008-11-30 03:39:00

Author:
OCK

Posts: 1536

Yor're right, I wouldn't want to miss out on those levels, but at the same time, they shouldn't have the right to be in the Level Showcase. Would it be possible to tag threads from users with a certain number of posts?

2008-11-30 03:46:00

Author:
BassDeluxe

Posts: 984

And I'm quite surprised that my "Earthquake Evasion" level isn't up there.

Yes that level is excellent Killian!! (i hearted

)

I would like to suggest 'Earthquake Evasion' by Killian to be put on there. It's a fantastic level with lots of realistic and cool effects!

2008-11-30 12:51:00

Author:
Plasmavore

Posts: 1913

Yes that level is excellent Killian!! (i hearted

)

I would like to suggest 'Earthquake Evasion' by Killian to be put on there. It's a fantastic level with lots of realistic and cool effects!

As Cartman said, if it deserves to be up there then it will be up there. Just be patient and don't start advertising levels in the spotlight thread please. ;P

2008-11-30 16:41:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

Okay, that "courteous hexagon" comment made me laugh.

2008-11-30 19:06:00

Author:
Tyler

Posts: 663

I think return to singe ruins should be up here.

Its a great level. I lol'd when the archeoligist dies.

2008-11-30 20:55:00

Author:
Unknown User

I think return to singe ruins should be up here.

Its a great level. I lol'd when the archeoligist dies.

Then Tyler would have four levels in the spotlight. :O

2008-11-30 23:44:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

I think return to singe ruins should be up here.

Its a great level. I lol'd when the archeoligist dies.
I just made that one! Hopefully it'll make it to the next spotlight.

2008-11-30 23:58:00

Author:
Tyler

Posts: 663

I just made that one! Hopefully it'll make it to the next spotlight.

Now you're just being greedy. :3

I'll check it out now though. After all, I'm on the spotlight team now. *shows off badge with smug look*

2008-12-01 00:02:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

But...we don't has a badge.

I'm working on a level right now that will hopefully make it into A spotlight, dunno if I can finish in time for the next one. It's looking good so far though.

2008-12-01 00:05:00

Author:
BassDeluxe

Posts: 984

So when is the next spotlight?

2008-12-01 00:08:00

Author:
Voltiare

Posts: 646

They're biweekly, so it will be Friday after next.

2008-12-01 00:11:00

Author:
BassDeluxe

Posts: 984

They're biweekly, so it will be Friday after next.
Well, "biweekly" means twice a week. We do it "fortnightly", which means every two weeks.

(it's OK, I have to correct myself on that sometimes)

2008-12-01 00:45:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman

Posts: 3729

Oh. LOL. I knew it was every fortnight but wasn't sure fortnightly was a word. Now I know.

2008-12-01 01:10:00

Author:
BassDeluxe

Posts: 984

To be exact, episode three will be on Friday 12th December. ;P

2008-12-01 02:24:00

Author:
UmJammerSully

Posts: 1097

Check me out getting on the spotlight lol

I would agree with waht people were saying about active users should get priority. But only if it is deserved.
Also as Chas said I wouldn?t like to miss out on some gems that might of sliped through the net of cool levels but are verthy of recognition and have been advertised on here.
The fact of replying to a PM wouldn?t solve it though, as i am a very active member and I didn?t reply as I am on a lads weekend away (I?m still there at the mo actually and fly home tonight - how sad to be on here while wawy with the lads lol)

i already played them they were nice

i liked run sackboy run a lot

You have very good taste my friend lol

As anyone from here managed to finish it yet
I will see tomorrow as I don't get home till tomorrow morning and I?m not gonna go into work as I?m gonna throw a sicky lol

2008-12-01 15:44:00

Author:
dorien

Posts: 2767

2008-12-06 05:33:00

Author:
Coaryanthes

Posts: 21

Oh WOW!! i cant believe my Steel Wheel level made it here!!

Thank you!!

I wasn't able to play LBP for a while, turned on my PS3 a couple days back and had 100 plays on my level and was in shock!
Now that i see it made it to the spotlight i can understand why I have 100+ plays :-)

Thanks again!!Yeah, triple digit plays is what I aim for. Four digits would be nice, but it's going to take a while before I make a big enough name for that.

Congrats, man.

2008-12-06 05:45:00

Author:
Voltiare

Posts: 646

Yeah, triple digit plays is what I aim for. Four digits would be nice, but it's going to take a while before I make a big enough name for that.

Congrats, man.

Thanks

Your Temple of Sun and Moon level is one of the the best levels ive played.

With incredible quality like that I cant imagine that you wont have Four digit play numbers soon.

2008-12-06 07:07:00

Author:
Coaryanthes

Posts: 21

Can we make predictions on the next spotlight in here? I just want to hear everyone's bets lol.

2008-12-07 06:12:00

Author:
Voltiare

Posts: 646

Voltiare, I can assure you your level DIDN'T make it in

Or did it?

2008-12-07 06:14:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino

Posts: 5250

voltiare, i can assure you your level didn't make it in

or did it?

2008-12-07 06:15:00

Author:
OCK

Posts: 1536

Did you just uncapitalize my quote? :kz:

2008-12-07 06:17:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino

Posts: 5250

Voltiare, I can assure you your level DIDN'T make it in

Or did it?

Pssh, I wasn't even talking about mine. I was thinking more Razhotep's Tomb, The Favor Part One, Return to Singe Ruins, the Earthquake one, etc.

But I do think mine will be on it. If I didn't think it deserved it, I wouldn't have published it.

2008-12-07 06:18:00

Author:
Voltiare

Posts: 646

Pssh, I wasn't even talking about mine. I was thinking more Razhotep's Tomb, The Favor Part One, Return to Singe Ruins, the Earthquake one, etc.

But I do think mine will be on it. If I didn't deserve it, I wouldn't have published it.

How did... Ho... What the.... Ugh nevermind...

2008-12-07 06:20:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino

Posts: 5250

Did you just uncapitalize my quote?

Actually it did that on it's own. I tried to edit when I noticed but it did it again. Strange. Sorry

2008-12-07 06:20:00

Author:
OCK

Posts: 1536

How did... Ho... What the.... Ugh nevermind...Wha? I was just listing the levels I think will be on it.

Did I do something wrong?

2008-12-07 06:21:00

Author:
Voltiare

Posts: 646

Wha? I was just listing the levels I think will be on it.

Did I do something wrong?

No. You didn't...

2008-12-07 06:27:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino

Posts: 5250

Locked and archived.

2009-03-26 04:35:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman

Posts: 3729

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