"Giant Table" was a map that changed my entire outlook on life. When I found out that the widely acclaimed map had received a sequel, I could not have been more ecstatic. I downloaded the map instantly and eagerly awaited the moment that I could set my eyes on this new masterpiece. As I first entered the map, I was truly amazed. I had never thought that there could be a table gianter than giant table, but here it was, right before my eyes. It was one of the most beautiful moments of my entire life. However, this all began to change as I approached the edge of the table and discovered gianter table's giantest flaw: you are not able to patrol under the table. This was one of the strongest achievements of giant table as it allowed me to see the full scope of one truly giant table. While I could not venture beneath this behemoth of a table, I still realized that this was still truly magnificent and the box stacking provided a much needed reflection on how to fully live one's life. In conclusion, "Gianter Table" really stretched the limits on the dictionary definition of a table. It showed its audience that a table is much gianter than it seems on face value. However, I am not able to completely overlook the few flaws that this table presented that hindered my experience to feel completely immersed in the universe. I still feel that I learned something of value from this map and I am eagerly awaiting "Giantest Tablest" to see how the creator of the masterful trilogy wraps up the story. (9.5/10)

Upon hearing about the release of Gianter Table, I was ecstatic. I was notified of its release while on vacation, and already I began itching to come home and clock in to clean a table even more giant than the last. How could the creator, the divinely inspired craftsman, with a hand graced by the 9 muses, breathe life into a table that was gianter than giant? A table so large that even the most important of men, who thought they had conquered the most giant table, who thought that their epic feats would go down in history and be passed on from generation to generation, cowered at its presence and realized the fragility of their human lives. At long last, today was the day. The day that I would clean the gianter table. The day that I would topple the colossus that loomed far above its predecessor. Upon arriving at the table, I was greeted by a vast landscape of carved wood, each ring and swirl prominent on its glossy surface. I was immersed further by the comically large soda cans, bottles, and telephone on full display. There were guns strewn about, suggesting violence and an overall deeper meaning. I was deeply curious. As I went about my janitorial duties, however, I noticed that the table, although truly gianter, was quite empty. Nowhere were there Easter eggs to find, lore to uncover, and history to discover. Perhaps the creator was leaving it all to my imagination, leaving me hanging on a cliff, an unending precipice, only to hold on for dear life until the sequel gave me closure. Or perhaps the creatot intended no deeper meaning at all. But, upon stacking crates, sorting barrels, and finishing my work, I realized that my expectations for this monumental sequel superceded my simple enjoyment of cleaning with friends. And thus, the message I believe the modern day Michelangelo who created this masterpiece from his own hand was trying to send was that the real gianter table was the friends I made along the way. Truly another world-altering experience.

First off, can we reach a consensus that the depth of artistic expression was perhaps not as clear as in the previous map, Giant Table? This is not intended to criticize the thought provoking nature of Gianter Table (it was, in fact, a deep introspective experience for me personally), but that it did not build upon the themes of Giant Table. Giant Table was about the insignificance and existential terror one felt when gazing upon the aptly named Giant Table - how much can one individual accomplish when faced with such a daunting table. I feel like the themes of Gianter Table are more political and less existential: the presence of gianter products to indicate the overbearing presence of capitalism, or perhaps incinerating the SMGs from the soldiers was a statement on behalf of the creater, Sgt.Winters, about the nature of guns and violence. Building up towers of crates was, what I think, a beautiful statement on collectivization: bringing all the resources to a specific point so that they can further be distributed according to each individual's needs. This would go in a direct contrast with the fascist books that were present on the bookshelf. I think Gianter Table is a manifestation of two far left and far right ideologies, and how they inevitably bring conflict.

Another intriguing aspect was the fact that we cannot see the underside of this table, which concerning implications: we cannot see the whole picture, we cannot truly know what issues were being discussed at this gianter table. There could be another world of table underneath gianter table, and I think this could be a potential setup for the much anticipated sequel, Giantest Table. Perhaps the creator intentionally made the point that political issues are far too complicated to understand at a cursory glance and that one must be wary of outside, unknown forces pushing their own political agenda.

Originally posted by Good Dog Spot:

"Giant Table" was a map that changed my entire outlook on life. When I found out that the widely acclaimed map had received a sequel, I could not have been more ecstatic. I downloaded the map instantly and eagerly awaited the moment that I could set my eyes on this new masterpiece. As I first entered the map, I was truly amazed. I had never thought that there could be a table gianter than giant table, but here it was, right before my eyes. It was one of the most beautiful moments of my entire life. However, this all began to change as I approached the edge of the table and discovered gianter table's giantest flaw: you are not able to patrol under the table. This was one of the strongest achievements of giant table as it allowed me to see the full scope of one truly giant table. While I could not venture beneath this behemoth of a table, I still realized that this was still truly magnificent and the box stacking provided a much needed reflection on how to fully live one's life. In conclusion, "Gianter Table" really stretched the limits on the dictionary definition of a table. It showed its audience that a table is much gianter than it seems on face value. However, I am not able to completely overlook the few flaws that this table presented that hindered my experience to feel completely immersed in the universe. I still feel that I learned something of value from this map and I am eagerly awaiting "Giantest Tablest" to see how the creator of the masterful trilogy wraps up the story. (9.5/10)

I didn't consider this in my criticism. I do believe that the perspective you gain from going under the table is important and alters the gameplay in its entirety. Perhaps something to consider for giantest table?

Originally posted by Good Dog Spot:

"Giant Table" was a map that changed my entire outlook on life. When I found out that the widely acclaimed map had received a sequel, I could not have been more ecstatic. I downloaded the map instantly and eagerly awaited the moment that I could set my eyes on this new masterpiece. As I first entered the map, I was truly amazed. I had never thought that there could be a table gianter than giant table, but here it was, right before my eyes. It was one of the most beautiful moments of my entire life. However, this all began to change as I approached the edge of the table and discovered gianter table's giantest flaw: you are not able to patrol under the table. This was one of the strongest achievements of giant table as it allowed me to see the full scope of one truly giant table. While I could not venture beneath this behemoth of a table, I still realized that this was still truly magnificent and the box stacking provided a much needed reflection on how to fully live one's life. In conclusion, "Gianter Table" really stretched the limits on the dictionary definition of a table. It showed its audience that a table is much gianter than it seems on face value. However, I am not able to completely overlook the few flaws that this table presented that hindered my experience to feel completely immersed in the universe. I still feel that I learned something of value from this map and I am eagerly awaiting "Giantest Tablest" to see how the creator of the masterful trilogy wraps up the story. (9.5/10)

I see that you agree with my assessment on the lack of being able to explore the underside of the table. I like your point that the lack of the underside limited one's ability to be immersed in the experience.

Originally posted by Waterborden:

First off, can we reach a consensus that the depth of artistic expression was perhaps not as clear as in the previous map, Giant Table? This is not intended to criticize the thought provoking nature of Gianter Table (it was, in fact, a deep introspective experience for me personally), but that it did not build upon the themes of Giant Table. Giant Table was about the insignificance and existential terror one felt when gazing upon the aptly named Giant Table - how much can one individual accomplish when faced with such a daunting table. I feel like the themes of Gianter Table are more political and less existential: the presence of gianter products to indicate the overbearing presence of capitalism, or perhaps incinerating the SMGs from the soldiers was a statement on behalf of the creater, Sgt.Winters, about the nature of guns and violence. Building up towers of crates was, what I think, a beautiful statement on collectivization: bringing all the resources to a specific point so that they can further be distributed according to each individual's needs. This would go in a direct contrast with the fascist books that were present on the bookshelf. I think Gianter Table is a manifestation of two far left and far right ideologies, and how they inevitably bring conflict.

Another intriguing aspect was the fact that we cannot see the underside of this table, which concerning implications: we cannot see the whole picture, we cannot truly know what issues were being discussed at this gianter table. There could be another world of table underneath gianter table, and I think this could be a potential setup for the much anticipated sequel, Giantest Table. Perhaps the creator intentionally made the point that political issues are far too complicated to understand at a cursory glance and that one must be wary of outside, unknown forces pushing their own political agenda.

A wise man once said that all art is political, and I believe Gianter Table to be no exception. Truly a refreshing perspective.

Originally posted by MrSmithicals:

Upon hearing about the release of Gianter Table, I was ecstatic. I was notified of its release while on vacation, and already I began itching to come home and clock in to clean a table even more giant than the last. How could the creator, the divinely inspired craftsman, with a hand graced by the 9 muses, breathe life into a table that was gianter than giant? A table so large that even the most important of men, who thought they had conquered the most giant table, who thought that their epic feats would go down in history and be passed on from generation to generation, cowered at its presence and realized the fragility of their human lives. At long last, today was the day. The day that I would clean the gianter table. The day that I would topple the colossus that loomed far above its predecessor. Upon arriving at the table, I was greeted by a vast landscape of carved wood, each ring and swirl prominent on its glossy surface. I was immersed further by the comically large soda cans, bottles, and telephone on full display. There were guns strewn about, suggesting violence and an overall deeper meaning. I was deeply curious. As I went about my janitorial duties, however, I noticed that the table, although truly gianter, was quite empty. Nowhere were there Easter eggs to find, lore to uncover, and history to discover. Perhaps the creator was leaving it all to my imagination, leaving me hanging on a cliff, an unending precipice, only to hold on for dear life until the sequel gave me closure. Or perhaps the creatot intended no deeper meaning at all. But, upon stacking crates, sorting barrels, and finishing my work, I realized that my expectations for this monumental sequel superceded my simple enjoyment of cleaning with friends. And thus, the message I believe the modern day Michelangelo who created this masterpiece from his own hand was trying to send was that the real gianter table was the friends I made along the way. Truly another world-altering experience.

I did not think about the lack of easter eggs and lore being a purposeful choice by the creator to leave a cliffhanger for us to discover a gianter meaning in the next installment. I just figured that the production team lacked the funds to make this into the truly great sequel that giant table deserved. I do agree that this map was still a masterpiece, just not to the level of its predecessor.

Originally posted by MrSmithicals:

Upon hearing about the release of Gianter Table, I was ecstatic. I was notified of its release while on vacation, and already I began itching to come home and clock in to clean a table even more giant than the last. How could the creator, the divinely inspired craftsman, with a hand graced by the 9 muses, breathe life into a table that was gianter than giant? A table so large that even the most important of men, who thought they had conquered the most giant table, who thought that their epic feats would go down in history and be passed on from generation to generation, cowered at its presence and realized the fragility of their human lives. At long last, today was the day. The day that I would clean the gianter table. The day that I would topple the colossus that loomed far above its predecessor. Upon arriving at the table, I was greeted by a vast landscape of carved wood, each ring and swirl prominent on its glossy surface. I was immersed further by the comically large soda cans, bottles, and telephone on full display. There were guns strewn about, suggesting violence and an overall deeper meaning. I was deeply curious. As I went about my janitorial duties, however, I noticed that the table, although truly gianter, was quite empty. Nowhere were there Easter eggs to find, lore to uncover, and history to discover. Perhaps the creator was leaving it all to my imagination, leaving me hanging on a cliff, an unending precipice, only to hold on for dear life until the sequel gave me closure. Or perhaps the creatot intended no deeper meaning at all. But, upon stacking crates, sorting barrels, and finishing my work, I realized that my expectations for this monumental sequel superceded my simple enjoyment of cleaning with friends. And thus, the message I believe the modern day Michelangelo who created this masterpiece from his own hand was trying to send was that the real gianter table was the friends I made along the way. Truly another world-altering experience.

I like the point that you made about how the individual relates to the gianter table. You mentioned that how even the most important men would cower at the gianter table. And I think this relates to what I discussed as how the gianter table may, in fact, be a strong critique of fascist, authoritarian ideologies. One man simply cannot face the grandeur of the gianter table on his own.

Gianter Tabler is a very interesting sequel to the acclaimed giant table. The quality of the map has improved in many ways such as the inclusion of a gianter table and even gianter lore. However, this map did have its downfalls. One huge issue was that, as mentioned by previous comments, one cannot go underneath the table. Although this may appear to be unconsequential, I assure you that it is very important to the telling of this map's story. First, without the bottom of the table, how can we be sure that this collasis is in fact a table. For all we are given, it could just be a wooden crate stacked in an orange crate stacking area. This may lead to distrust amongst player and creator which may breed problems. Although some aspects are given to make the platform appear as a table, such as gianter chairs and gianter cards, but these may only be illusions meant to push the creator's agenda. I would greatly appreciate the inclusion of some concept art in order to prove that this was in fact a table. The people must get what they want and deserve.

Originally posted by MrSmithicals:

Originally posted by Waterborden:

First off, can we reach a consensus that the depth of artistic expression was perhaps not as clear as in the previous map, Giant Table? This is not intended to criticize the thought provoking nature of Gianter Table (it was, in fact, a deep introspective experience for me personally), but that it did not build upon the themes of Giant Table. Giant Table was about the insignificance and existential terror one felt when gazing upon the aptly named Giant Table - how much can one individual accomplish when faced with such a daunting table. I feel like the themes of Gianter Table are more political and less existential: the presence of gianter products to indicate the overbearing presence of capitalism, or perhaps incinerating the SMGs from the soldiers was a statement on behalf of the creater, Sgt.Winters, about the nature of guns and violence. Building up towers of crates was, what I think, a beautiful statement on collectivization: bringing all the resources to a specific point so that they can further be distributed according to each individual's needs. This would go in a direct contrast with the fascist books that were present on the bookshelf. I think Gianter Table is a manifestation of two far left and far right ideologies, and how they inevitably bring conflict.

Another intriguing aspect was the fact that we cannot see the underside of this table, which concerning implications: we cannot see the whole picture, we cannot truly know what issues were being discussed at this gianter table. There could be another world of table underneath gianter table, and I think this could be a potential setup for the much anticipated sequel, Giantest Table. Perhaps the creator intentionally made the point that political issues are far too complicated to understand at a cursory glance and that one must be wary of outside, unknown forces pushing their own political agenda.

A wise man once said that all art is political, and I believe Gianter Table to be no exception. Truly a refreshing perspective.

Although I agree with this statement, I would like to inquire then what agenda you are attempting to push with this artful critque.