CICADA3302 LEVEL SHOWCASE

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8 ай бұрын

/!\ This Level is restricted to 60Hz due to sync issues, so if you want to record it, make sure to switch to 60, thanks !
Music by Camellia
• [U.U.F.O.] Tr.17 CICAD...
The goal of the project was to make a fully synchronized level, both for gameplay and visuals. A level that corresponds perfectly to the music, in its rhythm and in its atmosphere. And I think I've achieved it (at least for the vision I have of it).
Anyway, it's here now and i'm extremely happy with it! I wish i could add more more "deco" but it's already heavy enough (265+k obj).
It has been an incredibly long journey, made possible by an awesome team that helped me brainstorming and playtesting the whole thing!
So big BIG thanks to Aquatias, Floppy, Lumpy, Yakimaru, Gouns, Disp, Xander, Mbed and other people that playtested.
Also thanks to all of you because the support helped, it really did.
and BIG thanks to ‪@Cametek.CamelliaOfficial‬ for making this BANGER !!
This level was a huge challenge for different reasons, firstly because I had a lot of problems due to the game directly (sync/Hz, game crashes, data loss ETC).
secondly because I wanted to make a level on the theme of the CICADA3301 affair, I wanted to add lots of references (like QR codes, the map with the locations, pieces of code (because yes, some pieces of codes are from the ARG itself)) and for that it was necessary to do a lot of research.
Thirdly because I set out to create a sort of lore in the level, and it's a surprise to no one but I'm a creator, not a writer, and even less an English writer. so I had to "learn" how to write a mini story that didn't sound too childish or too banal. A story that starts normally, then becomes serious. (and even if it's still pretty childish, i'm proud of it).
And ultimately because the more the project progressed, the more the parts done a long time ago no longer pleased me. And little by little I started decorating several parts, adding effects to others and I just couldn't stop.
Level infos for the nerds:
ID:96036893
it took 1,5 year
it's 7:22 min long
266000~ obj
40 000~ Triggers
990 groups
800+ colors
Level recorded by ‪@Floppyyy‬
Verified by ‪@NexusGD10‬
Thumbnail by ‪@isylvenoxe‬

Пікірлер: 697

@Cametek.CamelliaOfficial 8 ай бұрын

THIS IS INSANE DUDE THIS IS AN ATLAS

@user_iOztnsBPrAA 8 ай бұрын

HOLY SHIT IT'S THE MAN HIMSELF

@GDStriker 8 ай бұрын

Yoo

@TheDelta67 7 ай бұрын

OMG CAMELLIA HOLY SHIT

@alexxp732 7 ай бұрын

THE MAN THE MYTH THE LEGEND

@meeu_osu 7 ай бұрын

Yep. It’s incredible, and the best part is that this level appeared thanks to you. There are many more similar things at OSU, since then I have been a very frequent listener of yours

@notapplicable1112 8 ай бұрын

I’ve never seen a level up to this point that *feels* so much like a Camellia song, both in its unending intensity and it’s technological style. VERY nice job on this!

@skypifyy 8 ай бұрын

wait till you see the song is indeed by camellia /j

@shadowknight00M 7 ай бұрын

Yepppppp This level is exactly what i imagine when i listen to any camellia song lol

@XxN00BxXgg3 7 ай бұрын

@@skypifyy i think thats why he said camellia

@emmettmoseley7671 6 ай бұрын

that's basically all of U.U.F.O

@XxN00BxXgg3 6 ай бұрын

hes talking about the level@@emmettmoseley7671

@pure_RAGE 8 ай бұрын

I love all the references to the cicada puzzle, the opening post, the pgp signatures, the world map posters, the site countdown, it's all so good

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

Bro have all the refs

@TheZaph325 7 ай бұрын

6:31 Electroman Adventure part always hits hard

@twgkofi329 6 ай бұрын

That part never gets old

@necr0mancrr 8 ай бұрын

I think this is the peak of what this genre can be. I love levels that explore how far you can take the concept of decoration, and this brings it so far while still maintaining an insane level of polish. Congrats for getting this out before 2.2, can’t wait to see what you’ll make in the new age of GD

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

Bro chose the best words, thank you very much, I mean it❤

@notsuoh7233 7 ай бұрын

the deco is literally just the default blocks what are you talking about

@arvinolteng3201 7 ай бұрын

@@notsuoh7233 You know, the idea with art is that you can make whatever you want using anything you want. if you put certain standards on how art has to be created we will not get anything new and exciting. This is a fucking cool level default blocks or not

@anyaforger8484 7 ай бұрын

@@notsuoh7233i find default bloc better than 50 % of the level of this game

@memesong21 6 ай бұрын

@@notsuoh7233there are other blocks mixed in though, and the level's effects are more than enough to make up for the minimal block design (this is still supposed to be a layout, after all)

@gdartho 8 ай бұрын

What a way to wrap up the update, wow. Even though it's great that the game is moving on to 2.2, and it's long overdue now, we will always remember the 2.1 era and how despite its limitations, pro creators like you were able to make these masterpieces and pushing the game to its limits.

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

thank you!

@TheRealSonarVr 8 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness! This is a masterpiece! Dude, that deco is crazy!!! Like omg! The drop is insane, and the gameplay looks really fun! This is definitely one of your best darwin! Great work! Keep it up!

@gdartho 8 ай бұрын

@@DarwinGD I have a small question about the level however. Since it's believed that gd physics will lock at 240fps when 2.2 comes, will this level still work?

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

i hope the sync issue with Xl lvls will be fixed by then@@gdartho

@sevenak_ 8 ай бұрын

wow that did not feel like 7 minutes at all. really good job especially love how certain segments are repeated throughout the level to match with each part of the song

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

Ye repetitions are a part of the "rules" i followed: if the song repeats, the gp must repeat

@solarion13 8 ай бұрын

For being over 7 minutes this is so incredibly engaging and represents the song incredibly well, incredible job

@pl4yer6_oficial 8 ай бұрын

YOOOOOOO THIS IS A LEVEL BRO

@c_ock 8 ай бұрын

Yea thats a level

@dereckteixeira9520 8 ай бұрын

No It isnt its a

@Aleph_Wthereal 8 ай бұрын

Nah I think that's a level

@AmbrosiaMelter 8 ай бұрын

LEGIT A LEVEL?

@patch7151 8 ай бұрын

One of the most levels of all time

@VoxelMusic 8 ай бұрын

This is an incredible level. I feel like its got a perfect level of decoration. Often i see layouts that look really good, but once decorated, the deco doesn't compliment the layout and seems to just be there despite it. This level is great cause it doesn't fall victim to this issue. Also, its nice to see a fellow Camellia appreciator.

@christyholt3878 Ай бұрын

I played this video at 2x speed and it was the most insane thing ever in the history of the world

@DarwinGD Ай бұрын

LOL, indeed

@notamoderatr 7 ай бұрын

dude that melody that plays in those blue pad corridor and mini wave holding parts goes so hard this level feels like it encompasses the internet mystery really well, this is nuts

@Qhi9bw9sln 8 ай бұрын

Not even exaggerating, there will not be a level that can top this in my opinion. I’ve been hyped for over a year now, and seeing this as the result is very fascinating. This is certainly my favorite level of all time. The theming here is unique and is executed perfectly

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

Thanks! ❤

@effortless4588 7 ай бұрын

@@DarwinGDyou’re an enigma bro this level is something else

@Rebotxd1 8 ай бұрын

The effects in this are insane, and the fact that is this long its crazy, fantastic job

@galofuf 8 ай бұрын

i dont even know how people pump out bangers that are as long as this but holy shit

@tsu_senpai 7 ай бұрын

You still make some of the best levels to this day. It isn't over decorated at all and everything is easy to see but the level is so beautiful to look at as it represents the song perfectly aa

@MrIllogic 8 ай бұрын

From the previews the level looks amazing, I'm sure the wait was worth it

@MrBeanScout 8 ай бұрын

I’ve always wanted a GD level out of this song, god bless everyone part of this masterpiece

@pikoisu 7 ай бұрын

this is literally a solo

@memesong21 7 ай бұрын

@@pikoisumultiple people playtested it and gave darwin advice on improving the level

@cutesnaek 6 ай бұрын

lmao@@pikoisu

@KryllyxOfficial 7 ай бұрын

Has to be one of my favorite levels to come out this year. It's a great sendoff to 2.1, and really goes to show how liminal decoration can be improved by some banger effects. Great job to the team, and I look forward to levels of a similar style!

@benskji 8 ай бұрын

you are probably top 5 creators ever ever i think u are the master of 2.1 design at least; this is less decorated but your effects have always been great so watching 7 minutes of effects is pretty sick, these are some very genius concepts

@loudheller8061 8 ай бұрын

Congrats darwin, you chose a very interesting theme and made it perfect, the level is enjoyable and it looks amazing. Glad to see it before 2.2, amazing work!

@zzfinzzgd7011 6 ай бұрын

bro this is so cool!!! I always enjoyed playing ur levels for 6 years❤

@KiwiPenguin 18 күн бұрын

I absolutely LOVE the theming and execution of this, definitely one of my favourite levels of all time

@william3264 8 ай бұрын

my GOD this is AMAZING, one of the most impressive things ive ever seen and im SO glad to see it finished after so long!!!!!!!! you should be proud of yourself

@DiceGames 8 ай бұрын

WOW man. This is exactly why you’ve always been one of my favorite creators (since I began playing in 2017), and why in my eyes you’ll always be one of the best. Your effects are NOTHING short of incredible. Everything here is IMPECCABLE, every detail is unique and incredibly clever. This level is truly is one of the best of all time I believe, and it shows with just how much attention to detail and depth this level has. It’s incredible to see how much you’ve improved over time, your skill is genuinely incredible when it comes to the editor. You’re always so ahead of your time man, and seeing what you did with this level it makes me so unbelievably excited to see what masterpieces you’ll make in 2.2+. Bravo Darwin, keep being amazing dude.

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

Thank you ❤

@GDStriker 8 ай бұрын

This level was so good. I love the structures, and it looks well balanced. This is why you're ny favourite creator bro. I cant wait for your 2.2 projects cos I know theyll go HARD.

@Spectrum_Xx 8 ай бұрын

Honestly, this is one of the best 2.1 levels I've seen. The sync and gameplay is immaculate, and to keep all of this up for a SEVEN minute level is actually insane. Fair play, because there wont be a level with better synchronization than this for a long time.

@FoobiFoobi 8 ай бұрын

This is absolutely phenomenal, I love everything in this level, and the length of 7 mins what makes it really impressive, and I couldn't find another word to express how good this level is

@DiscoDumDumGD 8 ай бұрын

best music representation and you managed to match camellia's music perfectly one of my favorite levels in the game

@PrestaGD 8 ай бұрын

one of my favorite levels of the year, awesome job man!

@DarwinGD 8 ай бұрын

Thanks presta ❤

@seazeiscool 8 ай бұрын

this is genuinely one of my favourite levels ever, i love how well this represents the song and is shockingly engaging and high quality for its 7 minute run time good job

@5shine871 8 ай бұрын

Everything is nothing short of sheer perfection. The pacing, song rep, anything. You're spectacular.

@Thundercatben 8 ай бұрын

I’m not typically a fan of levels that use a lot of layout blocks, but this one just does a phenomenal job of executing effects and design so well that the focus is completely taken off of the layout blocks and put straight onto the amazing flow and effects that the level has to offer!

@alvarcastgd1334 8 ай бұрын

This is amazing! Probablly one of the best levels I've ever seen, I can't wait to play it :)

@TheZinkYT 7 ай бұрын

Stellar work, I can’t believe how well made this is

@scorpionelite2543 8 ай бұрын

THE STORY TELLING, THE VISUALS, THE GAMEPLAY. ALL OF IT IS AN 11/10

@BunniRaboot 7 ай бұрын

i really love the part with the rainbow trail and the ball part with the moving gears, those parts are so cool!!

@Lumpfriend 8 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you were able to finish and release this in a state you're happy with, looks amazing and I hope I can beat it at some point!

@Vxrtex821 8 ай бұрын

Bro, this is amazing! 🔥 I can't wait to see what the community is able to do in 2.2 Good job!

@Leetransform25 8 ай бұрын

I've seriously been anticipating this this goes so hard

@vyce. 8 ай бұрын

words can't describe how incredibly good this is, the best audiovisual experience i've ever witnessed in this game, a real work of art.

@vocabularygd 8 ай бұрын

one of the best levels i’ve ever seen, what a way to end off 2.1. outstanding job darwin

@Boritoman76 Ай бұрын

One of the best levels of all time, easily deserves legendary, absolutely spectacular level, it fits with the song so well, amazing sync, and gp is absolutely fantastic, and the effects look beautiful, and also the arts, this level has it all dude, perfection, and the fact it's 7 minutes long is insane, you're extremely talented darwin, your levels back then are way different from today, it's insane how much you've improved. 🔥❤

@ada_uysal_ 7 ай бұрын

It's amazing how connected the level feels with the song, absolutely astounding.

@squibster81 8 ай бұрын

When I clicked this level I was not expecting to see what I saw. Watching that showcase was an absolute treat and experience. I know it’s very unlikely for robtop to rate it for having a layout style, but if there’s one layout style level that needs to be rated it’s absolutely this one. This level is nothing short of perfection in its effects. I really was not expecting an experience like this watching a level called Cicada. (I also didn’t know it would use a camelia song so that helps explain a lot)

@marwec 8 ай бұрын

far beyond what i expected. masterful.

@Dsplayy 8 ай бұрын

This is literally one of my top 3 favorites this whole update, like holy crap it’s so good

@snowyx_ 8 ай бұрын

Glad to see you've finished this level!

@darcsyde345 8 ай бұрын

This is so cool. The gameplay has so many callbacks to earlier parts of the level but somehow it doesn’t feel repetitive at all

@uberkatt8223 2 ай бұрын

I found this level randomly in the game and its genuinely a new favorite. Everything about it is perfect, good job.

@stordgd9483 4 ай бұрын

BRO UPDATE UR LEVEL SONG CAMELLIA ADDED OFICIALLY

@_Kabir_ 6 ай бұрын

I watched the whole thing and didn't get bored, my jaw dropped several times what the heck this is amazing

@newayz. 8 ай бұрын

I was waiting to hear about this, Excited to finally play it!

@xVoidd 8 ай бұрын

So Fire 🔥

@zeffer242 7 ай бұрын

Masterpiece. The most unique gp I've seen this year. Well done bro, good luck with your next project!

@Clean_kochevnik 8 ай бұрын

This level lifted my spirits so much, I wish you all the best in your life!

@user-mt9ph7tl6w 8 ай бұрын

Sick lvl and i think in 2.2 your lvls be so mindblowing great job for making lvl. Its unique!

@umbergrove 7 ай бұрын

Man I was secretly hoping someone would make an awesome level with the whole song and here it is. And on top of it you went over and beyond with fitting the design of the level with the song's themes. Awesome!

@SumPlusWord 6 ай бұрын

I genuinely shed a tear at least once every time I watch this, it’s beautiful

@JOMESGD 8 ай бұрын

I can't imagine what masterpieces can be created in the gd! Darwin, I am very delighted with your level, such efforts and labour! I'm ready to go through it by any fate, I'm ready! Thank you for such a masterpiece Darwin!

@Jenkins-GD 8 ай бұрын

This is absolutely incredible.

@CreatorCreepy 8 ай бұрын

Incredible level. Awesome to see it finally finished! :D

@classiquin10 8 ай бұрын

BRO THIS LEVEL WAS SIMPLY INSANE! YOU ABLE TO CREATE A WORK OF ART NEVER SEEN ON GD

@Boritoman76 4 күн бұрын

This literally corresponds to the song to absolute PERFECTION, YOU'RE INSANE DARWIN. 🔥❤

@angelwa1fu 7 ай бұрын

Man you NAILED this, what an insane level! LOVE the Cyberpunk 'Sandevistan'-esque effect at 5:27, and love the storytelling throughout the level. Insane execution of the cyber/tech theme, keep it up!

@MightyMinors 2 ай бұрын

holy shit this goes so hard WTF

@herolink9530 7 ай бұрын

yo no shot that looks phenomenal. Congratulations on finishing will definitely be playing myself

@StardogFN 7 ай бұрын

Holy SHIT! This is one of the best things I have seen this entire update! From start to finish you nailed every single effect, gameplay gimmick, and design choice in every every possible way. PHENOMENAL stuff!

@phm04 8 ай бұрын

THIS is how you do the song justice, what an experience of a level

@play_rafael5830 7 ай бұрын

Tu représente vraiment quelque chose pour la commu français ( mais pas que;) hehe ) sache que depuis mon arrivé sur geometry dash t’es levels ont toujours été inspirant et touchant pour moi c’est même grâce à toi que j’avais envie de me mettre à la déco , sincèrement j’ai hâte de voir ce que tu réserve pour la 2.2! ET SURTOUT NIVEAU INCROYABLE COMME TOUJOURS DARWIN!!!!!!!!

@r4nger_54 8 ай бұрын

This is absolute PEAK!!! 🔥🔥🔥

@OSIRISGD 7 ай бұрын

it's alaways a pleasure to see how good you can tourn your ideas in something awesome, this one is gorgeus. what a nice duo to make the epic!

@boxyy3160 8 ай бұрын

this is absolutely unbelievable. probably one of the best levels in this game under every category, amazing

@fizzy_blizzy 7 ай бұрын

This is a genuine masterpiece, one of my favorite levels ever

@RonaldoSantana622 19 күн бұрын

I love this level Darwin great job ❤

@MOOKhay 7 ай бұрын

SHEERSH bro what is this crazy level ❤❤ anomaly well made.. impressive . I love the effects

@NotLaymon 8 ай бұрын

fun fact: in 0:32 there is qr code that redirecting you to image with duck 0:35 CICADA3302 (small qr code)

@gamenest2965 7 ай бұрын

This is a long layout which I used to wait. Now it's the best layout I've ever seen

@Gradedd 8 ай бұрын

It is insane that even after all of this time you are still on the top of your game, simply incredible.

@izofdoors4913 7 ай бұрын

Amazing level, one of my favorites of the last couple years You’ve always been one of my favorites ever since Zaphkiel (I was 11 when that released), and it’s great to see your creating skill come so far!

@ooohla9872 8 ай бұрын

It's beautiful! I love the atmosphere of it! I don't know what to tell you, apart from congrats! The effects are awesome, the gameplay looks fantastic, and the whole level feels like one entity, but with a lot of different parts in it, different identities... And you perfectly matched the music in my opinion, so great job for that! Idk, I just find this level so unique, and I love it! I hope people won't call it an "effect layout" cuz it's not, it's really a level that uses the 1.0 blocks to create an atmosphere... Thank you Darwin for creating such a masterpiece!

@DarwinGD 7 ай бұрын

Thank you ❤ The atmosphere and the music representation were among the most important axes, I'm happy that people liked it

@czodi 8 ай бұрын

Vrmt je t'adore Darwin, ce banger est juste mind-blowing!! Hâte de voir tes projets en 2.2 :o

@CatkinsonGD 7 ай бұрын

Not what I was expecting, but not disappointing. Thoroughly impressed. Excellent work once again 👍

@lolvodsxi 8 ай бұрын

i cannot believe this detail. mouth stayed wide open the whole time, good job on this, damn

@3tap 8 ай бұрын

flawlessly executed atmosphere

@zayylex 7 ай бұрын

Bro I'm impressed to a whole another level. That is simply incredible.

@evilisdeath Ай бұрын

This is insane, looks amazing!

@meowy9367 7 ай бұрын

il est tellement incroyable ce niveau, vraiment magnifique et original. franchement, je sais vraiment pas quoi dire, bravo! vraiment incroyable

@AndyGooglegd1206 8 ай бұрын

Yooo this is an absolute banger. Ik you could make much block design per say, but I really like how the simpleness flows with the epic effects. you're one of the few creators that doesn't upload levels much, but when you do, it's well worth the wait. Absolutely deserves epic, from what I've heard, probably insane demon. If it does get Insane Demon, it'll be one of the, if not the, best insane demon ever imo, I just really love this and how it keeps its quality throughout the 7 minutes. What a way to end off 2.1, and one can only dream of the things you'll do in 2.2!

@AndyGooglegd1206 8 ай бұрын

Also, imo, the best parts are at 1:26

@Noob_00679 6 ай бұрын

Insane level! Very nice work :)

@thomastrike7040 3 ай бұрын

Cicada3302 viens d'être rate il y a quelques heures, un des meilleurs level que tu as fait selon moi. Encore bien joué pour ce level au travail incroyable !

@solalpld5978 8 ай бұрын

GG bro, i'm glad you were with us when you started this project 1.5 years ago! I can't wait to see you again :)

@cyanflower 8 ай бұрын

this level addressed the two highest complaints I had about flamewall. this actually looks playable and has variety congrats on release :)

@MegoZ_ 4 ай бұрын

BRO CAMELIA SONGS ARE GETTING OFFICIALLY ADDED TO THE SONGS LIBRARY

@zdeadlox 8 ай бұрын

sick to see smth from u broski

@mzero. 8 ай бұрын

absolutely mental. amazing job

@electromaniac1237 8 ай бұрын

I haven't been this hyped for a level in months or even years, there are so many things i love about this like how the deco is minimalistic, yet it's effective and is quite the eye candy to look at without being overstimulating, headache inducing or heavily obscuring the gameplay and i really like how dynamic it is and the varying intensity depending on what's happening in the song! Now, it's a bit tough to talk about gameplay since i haven't played it yet but i still wanna commend you on multiple things. First thing is that if someone really wanted to split parts into different sections they absolutely could because for example, the drop duals are very clearly its own thing, it makes that its focus, and doesn't try too hard to be all over the place or "over-dynamic" if that makes sense which i feel is a trap that a lot of other creators fall into (including me admittedly) and i think because of that each part is quite memorable. The gameplay sync is great as well without going overboard and sacrificing anything else which is amazing ("Perfect sync" or levels that makes sync its gameplay focus are usually not one of my favorites for this reason) To close this off i think that because of everything i've pointed out it is very clear to me that you've been doing this for a long time and it shows. Can't wait to see more and what you can do with 2.2, cheers!

@Fede_088 8 ай бұрын

I was waiting for this to come out, men the effects are incredible and the gameplay looks fun, i would love to try this Congratulations men, this is epic For sure one of the best level i ever seen

@AaronKingslien 7 ай бұрын

What about incredible level! This reminds me a lot of some of the groundbreaking levels of the late 2.0 and early 2.1 era, like Horizon or Sirius, with more modern mechanics. Great work!