The level geometry found in these files suggests a much more linear, arcade-style layout compared to the open-hub style of the final game. This aligns with the design philosophy of Sly 1 (Thievius Raccoonus), indicating that Sly 2 was initially developed with linear levels in mind before pivoting to open-world hubs.
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