Twin Towers is a network-level for two to eight players. The emphasis of this level is on strategy and cunning rather than a high kill count. There are lots of ways to gain the upper hand in this stage, but there are also lots of ways to get killed.
The main focus of this level is the two towers, at the north and south ends of the map, each of which has an octagonal elevator. The elevator can be activated by a switch at the bottom, and it moves slowly enough that one can exit the elevator via one of the exits at each level. Some of these contain weapons, some contain switches, some contain power-ups, some contain monsters, etc.
There is a "first floor" which is characterized by the flashing lights. This tends to be the main killing zone, as one can get there quickly and easily by jumping down the elevator shafts. Weapons are scarce, but there's lots and lots of ammo available for anyone that has one.
There is also a basement area, which basically consists of a tunnel that runs underground to a doorway outside. Not a bad area to be in, since you can shoot at people in several locations from outside.
A very important part of this map is activating switches from a distance, either by grenades, missiles, or high-powered plasma blasts. Almost all of the coolest secret stuff is hidden by these types of switches, which often lie in well-hidden locations. Every switch does something... if you activate one and nothing seems to happen, look around. Something has changed. Also, some switches can be used to activate traps. Pay attention to what they do, and use them to demolish your opponents. There are loads of secrets in this board, so keep an eye out for anything unusual.
Of course, you could also figure out all the secrets by watching the enclosed film, but only if you're a wimp or someone who's obsessed with gaining an unfair advantage.
Thanks to Bungie for making the Game of Games, and to Steve Israelson for creating Pfhorte, in its various incarnations.
If you have any sort of feelings about this map, please E-mail me and let me know. Any comments are welcome (you liked it, you hated it, the elevators suck, the lights make you want to puke, etc.). Just send me some feedback. My address is daf@dartmouth.edu
