"sunward" (Hard Demon) by neigefeu (All Coins) | Geometry Dash
Channel: TheZinkYT
Date: 2023-08-06

neige has cemented himself as one of the most memorable creators from the 2.1 update, and this level just furthers that. This is one of the best recent examples I can think of that does the whole "less is more" thing. neige has done this in the past where he focuses on gameplay to make something as fun and unique to his style as possible, and then puts basic decoration ideas on top of that to get the job done. The gameplay is obviously what makes this stand out, and I especially love the usage of portal movement. Even though this level is pretty static all things considered, the inclusion of same gamemode portals making you go up and down the screen adds a liveliness that feels very fresh. You go all the way up and all the way down as the ball and in the ship after as well, but that ship has such a neat idea that I want to mention in specific. When you click you are put into a big size portal, and when you release you are put into a mini size portal. This is such a clever way to represent the song, as well as create super special momentum that feels just right. There are some cube parts after, varying from super upbeat and almost wholesome with the bubbly green orb movement, to then a more somber mini cube with minimal movements only to represent the song when absolutely necessary. The wave after is my favorite part of the level though. If you look at it as a whole it would be impossible, but the movement of the screen due to the portals makes it just barely possible which adds a slight intensity to this wonderful climactic ending. The structuring in this level is so freeing yet so grounded; sometimes you feel like you are flying graciously in the sky and other times you are boxed in and tethered to our world. The vast and open backgrounds are very pleasing to the eye and make you feel like you are progressively getting closer to the vastness of space, with touches of invigoration along the way to keep things interesting. Can't recommend this enough, it's super fun and a great experience. 

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