Why small levels feel bigger
Nov 2026Good level design hides its edges. A compact map with layered verticality and a few loops reads as larger than a sprawling empty field.
Good level design hides its edges. A compact map with layered verticality and a few loops reads as larger than a sprawling empty field.
Split the run into segments, save states before each trick, and track consistency per segment instead of full attempts.
Introduce one mechanic, test it safely, then combine it with something the player already knows.