I Built My First Level and It Was Terrible. Here Is What I Should Have Done

Ready to create your first level? Here’s the essentials to get started.

Getting Started

Open the editor from the main menu. Place blocks with tap, delete with long-press. The play button tests your creation.

First Level Checklist

• Pick a song you like from Newgrounds
• Start simple – cube gameplay only
• Make jumps sync with the beat
• Test constantly as you build

Common Beginner Mistakes

Don’t over-decorate before gameplay works. Don’t make it too hard. Don’t forget to playtest.

Next Steps

Once comfortable with basics, experiment with different game modes and triggers. Watch editor tutorials on YouTube for advanced techniques.

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