I thoroughly enjoyed my run around on this level. The theme wasn't at all out of place, it wasn't too cramped, but not huge either.
In terms of game play, I found no immediate issues, seemed to run smoothly. The tendency with water levels is that they slow the player too much, but you've definatly managed to execute this in a manner that doesn't do that. Will of course test this out on the MS when I next get a chance.
Loved the variation of textures for the most part too.
Keep up the good work ;)
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Okay, managed to get a few mates on the LAN to connect up and we played a few games, including a race round this level. Unfortuanatly, couldn't get a World Wide game going at this time, as people aren't usually up this early ;p
The only real difference between online and playing solo is game play, and how it affects everyone's race. We enjoyed the overall qualities, in particular, the eye candy and the thing placement.
We all pretty much agreed, however, that the level did lack a few rings. With 5 of us all speeding round the same track, we found there wasn't really enough to keep us with a lifeline incase of an encounter with those spikes. Playing as Sonic provided a nice little challenge from my point of view, and I enjoyed furiously trying to avoid falling into the water.
Anyway, without further ado:
[8.4/10] Submerged Cavern Zone
Really enjoyed it, but could use more rings, and should cater a little more for larger racing groups.
Updated with full review from a multiplayer perspective.
~Nyte