6.2 Light Cycles

  This section is divided into two parts. The first lists the Light Cycle levels that came with the game. The second lists all known existing Light Cycle levels created by the community. The level ratings are based on the personal opinion of the FAQ author, as to the presentation and fun factor of each level. It is meant as a rough guide, to give you an idea as to whether you will want to download and/or play the level, or not.


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Original Light Cycle Levels




LC_01S01 - Conscript's Revenge

LC_01S02 - Bit Rate Grudge

LC_01S03 - Super Cycle Challenge

LC_02S01 - Newbie Authentication

LC_02S02 - Batch Invitational

LC_02S03 - 01100101

LC_03S01 - Low Level Crunch

LC_03S02 - Avatar Alley

LC_03S03 - Dead Man's Cache

LC_04S01 - Green Hornets

LC_04S02 - Source Code Reveal

LC_04S03 - Purple Warez






Custom Light Cycle Levels






LC_Pack_1.zip
1st Person (1STPERSON), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB]
Score (out of 5):

A simple high speed level with power-ups, that has limited maneuvering space and a low ceiling.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Arena 5 (ARENA5), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by CyberShaman
Score (out of 5):

This map has an fCon-like theme with lots of speed zones. Keep an eye open for the DataWraith hiding below.




LC_Pack_5.zip
AI Arena Redux (AI_ARENA_REDUX), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Layer and Raven
Score (out of 5):

The first Multiplayer map to feature AI Light Cycles! Now you have to compete against computer driven Light Cycles, along with real online opponents. Or you can play alone if you want.





LC_Pack_3.zip
Atlantis (ALANTIS), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by Raven
Score (out of 5):

Raven's finest work. Absolutely spectacular map, with working ramps that create a multi-level playing area. Lots of detail, including a working tram car and elevators, plus more.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Bad Acid (BADACID), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by Darksaber
Score (out of 5):

A kind of trippy level, with grid lines everywhere.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Beebo's Fishin' Hole (BEBOSFISHINHOLE), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

This map features a pond with a moving motor boat, cabins, and a nice atmospheric rain effect.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Black (VMAN_BLACK_LC), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A level with wide-open spaces and a nice black theme.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Black Out 2 (BLACKOUT2), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by Raven
Score (out of 5):

Like the name implies, this level has the lights flickering on and off to make racing your opponents much harder. The grey-out effect on the sky and objects is intentional, and not a bug. Blackout 2 is an updated version of the original Blackout, that fixes some problems.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Blender (BLENDER), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by Darksaber
Score (out of 5):

In the words of the author, this level is sure to give you motion sickness. Try to beat your opponents, while not getting a headache.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Block City (BLOCK_CITY), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Timmypowergamer
Score (out of 5):

Another Nintendo themed map, based on Mario Kart for the Gamecube. Watch out for small barriers that pop up!





LC_Pack_5.zip
Cabin (CABIN), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Darksaber
Score (out of 5):

This map looks like . . . a Cabin!




LC_Pack_4.zip
CTF Intro (CTF_INTRO), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Raven
Score (out of 5):

The first attempt at creating a new style of game play in Light Cycle maps . . . Capture the Flag! The goal is for one player to try and take the flag across the finishing line, while all the other players attempt to stop him. This map is a first effort, and we can look forward to more of these types of maps in the future.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Christmas (SHIVACHRISTMAS), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by Shiva Goddess
Score (out of 5):

Shiva's Christmas themed map.





LC_Pack_1.zip
City 1 (VMAN_CITY1), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A Tron style city, with separate areas, lots of obstacles, and game characters that attack you!




LC_Pack_2.zip
City Streets (VMAN_CITY_STREETS), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

Drive around on the streets of a regular looking, real world city.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Corruption (VMAN_CORRUPTION), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

Travel through a virus infected level, with hidden rotating floor barriers and a broken Recognizer, as Thorne oversees the action.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Crack Shack (CRACK_SHACK), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB]
Score (out of 5):

This level has many obstacles, including a moving energy barrier.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Crash Land (CRASHLAND), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A map with a long speed zone corridor, lots of alcoves with powerups, and random obstacles that occasionally appear which you need to avoid: hence the name of the map.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Crossfire (CROSSFIRE), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Layer
Score (out of 5):

Players are all directed toward the center of the level, where there is a high probability of colliding with each other.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Crossroads (XROADS), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Boomer and Layer
Score (out of 5):

Another nice map from Boomer, with good texture work.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Deathtrap (DEATHTRAP_LC_TRONFAQ), part of 51.8 MB map pack, this map by tronfaq [LDSO]
Score (out of 5): N/A (Can't rate my own map!)

There is more to this map than meets the eye . . . I advise you to look at the readme text file for some important information.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Demon (VMAN_DEMON), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A map that's an homage to Quake. Nice use of textures and sounds. Good lightning effects too.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Donkey Kong (VMAN_DONKEYKONG), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

What more can be said? It's Donkey Kong time!




LC_Pack_3.zip
Dreamscape (DREAMSCAPEV16), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by KLuWolF
Score (out of 5):

A level with lots of narrow passages containing power-ups, and Recognizers to avoid. This level was recently updated.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Duel (VMAN_DUEL), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

An arena with lots of fast and slow zones, and a narrow opening in the middle. Should be great for Light Cycle duels, like the name implies.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Duel 2 (VMAN_DUEL2), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

An updated version of the original Duel.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Exterminator (EXTERMINATORV10), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by KLuWolF
Score (out of 5):

This level features . . . Grid Bugs! Too bad you can't actually exterminate them, though.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Extreme Tron (CRACK_EXTREME_TRON), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB] and Boomer
Score (out of 5):

A nice large, cool looking map with "avatars" floating above each powerup so you can see what it is in the distance. A neat idea.




LC_Pack_3.zip
First (FIRST), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by Powder
Score (out of 5):

Powder's first level, with mazes and ramps that lead to a gladiator-style arena. This map could be quite difficult for beginning players.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Flyswatter (FLYSWATTER), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB]
Score (out of 5):

In the center is a huge flyswatter, that can crush players trying to snag the power-ups located there.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Fracture (FRACTURE), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A level with lots of obstacles, forcing you to drive carefully.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Fubar (VMAN_FUBAR), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

This is a reworking of the VLand 1 map with new textures. VLand 1 is a favorite map, and this new version looks sweet.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Fuel Injection (FUELINJECTIONV10), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by KLuWolF
Score (out of 5):

A map with a huge engine block and moving pistons.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Gauntlet (GAUNTLETV12), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by KLuWolF
Score (out of 5):

A level that reminds you of the grid escape from the movie . . . lots of narrow bridges and tanks to maneuver around.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Gauntlet (GAUNTLET_LEGACY), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by L.e.g.a.c.y and Raven
Score (out of 5):

A level based on the classic Gauntlet arcade game from Atari. Move over the keys to open the gates.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Get Outta My Kitchen (GET_OUTTA_MY_KITCHEN), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Cyrus the Virus
Score (out of 5):

A level that looks like a kitchen. 'Nuff said!




LC_Pack_1.zip
Hell (VMAN_HELL), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A level with many reflective surfaces, which can confuse players and cause them to crash.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Hive 2 (HIVE2), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by CyberShaman
Score (out of 5):

This map reminds you of a hive-like arena that is succumbing to the final stages of corruption. Nice use of glowing textures.





VMan_Home.zip
Home (VMAN_HOME), 137 MB, by VMan
Score (out of 5):

Another outstanding map from VMan. Now it's a reproduction of his entire house, with working televisions that show animations and sound, fish tanks, computers everywhere, a bathroom and kitchen down to the smallest detail . . . amazing. All the obstacles make this a more difficult level though, so it's not recommended for beginners. Again, there is unbelievable texture work and attention to detail.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Hypergrid (HYPERGRID), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by User_Program
Score (out of 5):

The level has a slow speed zone in the middle, where the power-ups are. So players risk colliding while trying to pick them up.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Inferno (INFERNO), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by CyberShaman
Score (out of 5):

Could this be what the inside of a computer looks like if you overclock? Very nice use of textures.




LC_Pack_1.zip
I/O Tower (IO_TOWER), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Layer
Score (out of 5):

This level features speed zones with power-ups, and an I/O Tower in the middle.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Jump (CRACK_JUMP), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB]
Score (out of 5):

A unique and stylish map with objects under a transparent floor, and unusual rock-like obstacles to avoid.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Maze Duel (MAZEDUEL), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by Raven
Score (out of 5):

This level is very difficult and challenging. It has many speed zones requiring quick turns, and traps with sliding doors. Not recommended for beginning players.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Mazer (MAZERV10), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by KLuWolF
Score (out of 5):

This map is a very challenging maze of twists and turns. Not recommended for beginning players.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Medieval (VMAN_MEDIEVAL), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A very nice looking level that takes place inside a medieval castle. Good use of textures.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Micro (VMAN_MICRO), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

This is by far VMan's best map. A reproduction of a room in a house with disassembled computer components on a desk, and lots of objects and knick-knacks around the room. Unbelievable texture work and attention to detail.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Moon Base (MOONBASE-UD), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Boomer
Score (out of 5):

Another cool looking map, with a nice sky and great transparent floors. This map was recently updated to fix problems.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Open Sky (OPENSKY), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Darksaber
Score (out of 5):

A nice looking map with a maze-like structure for players to navigate through. A big improvement from most of the author's previous efforts.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Pac Attack (VMAN_PACATTACK), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A nicely improved version of the original Pac Man map. Great textures, nice custom "powerups", and cool sky effects.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Pac Man (VMAN_PACMAN), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

What more needs to be said? It's a Pac Man level with Ghosts!




LC_Pack_1.zip
Pain (VMAN_PAIN), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

Very similar to Hell, but larger and with more speed zones.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Port 27888 (PORT_27888), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Layer and Raven
Score (out of 5):

A great map just got greater with a new update. Simple but elegant, with a powerup in the middle that's sometimes protected by a beam, and speedzones that turn on and off. This should lead to some interesting competition while all the players try to grab that powerup.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Pump Station (VMAN_PUMPSTATION), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A very cool looking level. But Cycles can blend in and make it hard to see your opponents, so it's a fairly difficult map.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Racetrack (RACETRACKV15), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by KLuWolF
Score (out of 5):

This level looks a bit like a real-life race track, with asphalt and greens. A very different and unique map.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Recognizer (LAYER_001), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Layer
Score (out of 5):

This early level has lots of room to maneuver.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Recognizer Farm (VMAN_RECFARM), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A level with lots of room to maneuver, between parked Recognizers.




LC_Pack_3.zip
Red Planet (REDPLANETV11), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by KLuWolF
Score (out of 5):

Seems Mars landers come with installed by default. Race around on a grid that's part of a Mars landscape simulation. Another very unique map from the author.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Revisited (REVISITED), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Mimic479
Score (out of 5):

Mimic's first map, and he's off to a good start. Several speedzones lead to powerups in tight spaces.




LC_Pack_5.zip
SGTron (SGTRON), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Shiva Goddess
Score (out of 5):

A map that features lots of "tracks" you need to follow, to avoid being de-rezzed.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Shiva's World (SHIVASWORLD), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Shiva Goddess
Score (out of 5):

Shiva's first map, based on a Final Fantasy theme.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Speedway AI (CRACK_SPEEDWAY_AI), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB] and Raven
Score (out of 5):

A very large map, similar to Extreme Tron but this time with AI Light Cycles.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Speedzone (SPEEDZONE), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Raven
Score (out of 5):

A level with speed zone tracks, power-ups hidden in alcoves, and obstacles in the middle.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Speedzone 2 (SPEEDZONE2), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB]
Score (out of 5):

A reworking of Speedzone, with a different color scheme and larger area.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Speedzone Redux (SPEEDZONE_REDUX), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by Raven
Score (out of 5):

A greatly improved version of the original Speedzone level. This has definitely become one of my favorite levels. Try finding the hidden easter egg on this level.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Super Tron Bros. 2 (SUPERTRONBROS2), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Timmypowergamer and Raven
Score (out of 5):

A very sweet Nintendo themed map, bringing back the good old Super Mario Bros. days. This map was recently updated to add a piranha plant and coins you can pick up.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Swamp (VMAN_SWAMP), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

This level indeed looks like a swamp: complete with speed zone lily pads, frogs, turtles, and even a boat.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Temple (VMAN_TEMPLE), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A map with nice water and particle effects.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Terminal (TERMINAL), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Timmypowergamer
Score (out of 5):

Possibly Timmy's best map yet. It reminds you of a retail quality Light Cycle level.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Tie Fighter (TIE_FIGHTER), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Boomer
Score (out of 5):

An amazing new map from Boomer, the attention to detail on the models is fantastic. Drive around in a Tie Fighter hangar, while avoiding opponents. Be sure to look out for the secret maze that's nearly impossible to drive through.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Torment (VMAN_TORMENT), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

Similar to Hell and Pain, but with the added visual treat of Sark's Carrier circling overhead.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Town (VMAN_TOWN), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

This takes the original Streets to a whole new level. Make your way around a more interactive town . . . which includes shops and a strip club.




LC_Pack_4.zip
Triple Deck X (TRIPLEDECK_X), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Timmypowergamer
Score (out of 5):

This is Timmy's first map, and what an amazing map it is! Compete with players across three different levels in the same map! This map was recently updated.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Tron (TRON), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Layer
Score (out of 5):

This level has two separate areas joined by a hidden passage. One area is an empty speed zone, while the other has pick-ups and Tanks!




LC_Pack_4.zip
Tron 1.0 (TRON_1.0), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by Layer
Score (out of 5):

An updated version of the original Tron Classic map, this time with no powerups to challenge your driving skills.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Tron Classic (TRON_CLASSIC), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Layer
Score (out of 5):

Basically the same as the Tron level, but missing the hidden section.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Tron 2.0 (VMAN_TRON2.0), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A level with large speed zones.





LC_Pack_3.zip
Tron LightCycles (TRON LIGHTCYCLE), part of a 51.8 MB map pack, this map by Layer
Score (out of 5):

Relive the excitement of the film Tron with this Light Cycle map, that recreates the grid and escape scenes in almost exact detail. It features voices, sound effects, models, and events that are true to our favorite film. Don't forget to check out the bridge of Sark's Carrier for some nice interactive features, that can be used with the action 'F' key on the keyboard.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Tubular (2BULER), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Boomer
Score (out of 5):

Race through corridors doing tight turns, while avoiding other players and tank fire.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Viper World (VIPER_WORLD), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Crackho [PGB]
Score (out of 5):

A level with lots of speed zones and barriers.




LC_Pack_1.zip
Virus Factory (VIRUS_FACTORY), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by Cyrus the Virus
Score (out of 5):

A very different looking level, with passages to other areas.




LC_Pack_1.zip
VLand 1 (VMAN_VLAND_1), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

This level has a large speed zone, and lots of obstacles including the famous "silos".




LC_Pack_1.zip
VLand 2 (VMAN_VLAND_2), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

A very small, high speed level with plenty of obstacles including Tanks.




LC_Pack_4.zip
VLand X (VMAN_VLANDX), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

An early level from VMan, that he touched up and decided to release. It features large, open spaces and long speed zones.




LC_Pack_4.zip
VMan (VMAN_VMAN), part of a 178 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

VMan's best map since Micro, in this author's opinion! Amazing texture work, and a cool techno tune to boot.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Whiteland (WHITELAND), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Timmypowergamer
Score (out of 5):

A map with a winter landscape, falling snow, a frozen pond with a hazard, and a cave. Very unique.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Wonderland Tron (WONDERLANDTRON), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by Darksaber
Score (out of 5):

A very different, funky level.




LC_Pack_5.zip
Wraith (WRAITH-UD), part of a 46.8 MB map pack, this map by Boomer
Score (out of 5):

Another nice map from Boomer, again the attention to detail is clear. Drive through doors and passages that lead to speed zones, in order to get powerups. This map was recently updated to fix problems.




LC_Pack_1.zip
X (VMAN_X), part of a 33.9 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

Another very early level, with some obstacles.




LC_Pack_2.zip
Yellow (VMAN_YELLOW), part of a 45.8 MB map pack, this map by VMan
Score (out of 5):

Like the name says, it's yellow. A small level that should lead to tight maneuvers, as players try to de-rezz each other.