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[REVIEW 154] they still watch by CrazeyGD (121930361, @CrazeyGD) they still watch by CrazeyGD is a ambient horror level with a strong presence of eyes hence the name. The level serves its purpose decently well as a feeling of uneasiness exists throughout the whole level. I like how most of the level is static as it allows the imagery in the structures to stand out. I'm not big on the "louder" movements like the structures and sawblades in the ufo part and the background effect at 0:49 as it makes me feel almost too aware of the level. It's hard to describe but essentially it feels the subtlety of the first half is lost in the second. I also would've liked the gameplay to consist entirely of "free" gamemodes like ship and wave as the ball makes me feel too grounded with the level, making it feel somewhat comfortable. Overall it's a fine level but I think some smaller tweaks could sell the atmosphere better. I think due to the simplicity of the level and it's length the star rate was warranted. Higher quality showcase: youtu.be/MDVtZd52YmE Level Requests and more: linktr.ee/shoeyreviews Occasional level request streams: twitch.tv/minishoey

[REVIEW 151] salowe vision by hexitine (143421499) salowe vision by hexitine is an art design extreme that is set in a deserted wasteland that is filled with structures towering above the player. Everything about this level feels eerie especially in the first 2 or so minutes. I absolutely adore the detailing in the structures where what feels like plant life taking over is naturally blended into the structures. The way they are formed too feels spiritual (particularly in the beginning) and I find that and the glow effects contribute significantly to the eerie atmosphere. Normally I wouldn't really get behind this kind of gameplay with the representation of the drums being incredibly inconsistent but I think it sort of works in this levels favour making the whole experience feel extra precarious. My only critique of the structures I have is that the level feels a little two dimensional with them only being present on the player layer and I think adding a couple to the background wouldn't hurt. I'm not sure how I feel about the glow usage in the intense sections of the level as they feel too player centered. For a level that heavily relies on the environment to tell the story, having deeper integration with the player takes me out of the "you're not meant to be here" vibe. I'm also not a big fan of the blobs that completely cover the screen throughout the level as they feel quite disconnected from the level and take away the impact the drums have at 2:37. I also don't like the inclusion of the monsters at 2:47 as I think the level would be better if the player was in total isolation (this is really nitpicky I will admit). Overall this is still a really solid attempt at an unconventional level style and I could argue it's controversies within the community contribute to the frustrating nature of crossing a wasteland but this is a stretch. hexitine is certainly capable of making more slowburner progressive levels and am looking forward to seeing more. Personally I think this level deserves an Epic rating. Higher quality showcase: youtu.be/ngSEaUn1Wk8 Level Requests and more: linktr.ee/shoeyreviews Occasional level request streams: twitch.tv/minishoey