Quote from Stract on December 6, 2019, 7:54 pm

Hey everyone, the fifth Thinking With Portals mapping competition begins today!

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[spoiler]"TOWERING"
The theme for this competition is "towering".
You may interpret this however you'd like, whether it be visuals-
focused, puzzle-focused, or some combination thereof. It doesn't
even have to be set in Aperture if you want! However, your map
should plainly communicate some aspect of the theme.

Rules/FAQ
Can others help in making the map/puzzle?
No. The map should be made by you and you alone. That said, others can help by making other assets like models, sounds, textures, etc.

Can my map be co-op?
Yep! Just keep in mind that it may require more work.

Can my map use custom assets?
Sure! Assets should be packed into the BSP. If you exceed the 100MB Workshop limit or need to include unpackable files like soundscripts/particle systems, include custom assets in a .zip file in the description.

Does the map have to be original/new?
Yes. The map should be made specifically for the competition. You may use instances or prefabs from other maps, but it should otherwise be original.

Can I use PTI/puzzlemaker?
For this competition, yes! Keep in mind that if you choose to use puzzlemaker, it may be judged more critically in the "visuals" section, and your originality score will have to come purely from your puzzle!

If you have any questions regarding the theme/rules, ask!

Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 scorers:
- 1st place, $50 Steam gift card
- 2nd place, $25 Steam gift card
- 3rd place, $10 Steam gift card

SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE DECEMBER 30, 2019 - Good luck![/spoiler]

Submit your map here. If you'd like to ask questions or talk about the competition with others, join the TWP Discord!

Good luck and have fun!