Editing Update 2.1

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{{IB-Update
 |image       = Fingerdash.png
 |caption     = New level, Fingerdash
 |update      = v2.1
 |updates     =
*v2.11
 |steamdate   = 17-01-2017
 |androiddate = 19-01-2017
 |iosdate     = 19-01-2017
 |levels      =
*[[Fingerdash|Finger&shy;dash]]
 |portals     =
*[[Portals#Spider|Spider]]
*[[Portals#Speed|Speed]]
 |icons       =
*44 + 34 cubes
*10 + 16 ships
*11 + 14 balls
*10 + 7 UFOs
*10 + 12 waves
*11 + 9 robots
*10 + 7 spiders
*3 trails
*12 + 4 death effects
*14 colours
 |precededby  = [[Update 2.0]]
 |followedby  = [[Update 2.2]]
}}
'''Update 2.1''' is the eleventh official update to [[Geometry Dash]]. It was released on 17 January 2017 for Steam, and on 19 January for Android and iOS. This update introduced one new main level, [[Fingerdash]], the spider form, new jump rings, dash rings, custom gameplay rings, red jump pad, a red 4x speed portal, 2 new [[Shop|shops]] (Shopkeeper's shop and Scratch's shop), 2 new vaults ([[Vault of Secrets]] and [[Chamber of Time]]), daily rewards, shards (fire, ice, poison, shadow, lava and bonus), lots of new editor features, mana orbs, diamonds, vault keys, five demon difficulties, the epic ranking, [[Gauntlets]], Hall of Fame, quests, daily levels, death effects, more commenting features, options, optimizations, many new icons, colours, and many more features and secrets.
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*New Main Level, "[[Fingerdash]]".
*Many new gameplay objects.
*Many new triggers.
*Collect new rewards!
*Quests.
*The [[Daily Level]].
*Tons of new art.
*A lot of Editor improvements.
*Bug Fixes.
*Two new Vaults.
*Unlisted option for user levels (bugged).
*Twitch and Twitter links for your account.
*Rated Levels can now be ranked as "Epic".
*The Hall of Fame.
*New settings.
**Low-Detail Mode.
*Death Effects
*The Lost Gauntlets
*Diamonds and Mana Orbs.
*Demon Sub-Ratings
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==Introductions==
*New Level "Fingerdash"!
*Spider gamemode!
*Lots of new gameplay objects!
*Collect new rewards!
*Quests!
*Daily levels!
*Lots and lots of new art
*Lots of editor improvements
*Lots of bug fixes
*Secrets...
*and more!

==2.11==
*Geometry Dash is now available on IPhone X.
*New Icons and Effects.
**Community-Made icons.
*The [[Community Shop]].
*Weekly Demons.
*Folders and level sorting.
*New Demon Chests that cost 5 Demon Keys.
*Level Leaderboards based on %.
*Levels can be "Favorited".
*3 new Gauntlets.
**Crystal Gauntlet.
**Doom Gauntlet.
**Spike Gauntlet.
*Bugfixes & Tweaks.
*[[Moderators]] have a badge next to their name.
*Improved comment system for [[User Levels]].
**You can view a user's comments from their [[User Accounts|Account]].
**Fixed unlisted levels not showing up in the "My Levels" tab.

==Geometry Dash Lite introductions==
On 6 January 2016, Geometry Dash Lite was updated to 2.1 with the following:
*New Level "[[xStep]]"!
*New achievements and rewards!
*Bugfixes and tweaks
On 22 December 2016, Geometry Dash Lite was updated to 2.11 with the following:
*New Level "[[Clutterfunk]]"!
*New achievements and rewards!
*Bugfixes and tweaks
On 20 November 2017, Geometry Dash Lite was updated to 2.12 with the following:
*iPhone X support!
*New level "[[Theory of Everything]]"!
*New achievements and unlocks!
*Bugfixes and tweaks!

==Trivia==
*In 2.0, the "Coming Soon" information displayed text reading "Just don't scroll too far, there is a darkness coming." In 2.1, the same text reads "The darkness lingers. Be careful who you trust..."
**This likely relates to the "Invasion" and The Creature (possibly the Demon Guardian) that lingers in the basement of the Vault of Secrets.
*The icons that are featured in the second sneak peek picture are only 2 of the many icons that can be unlocked in Geometry Dash Meltdown. This is related to an upcoming feature in which Meltdown icons can be synced to the full version with a player's account.
*Update 2.1 has the second most sneak peeks out of any other update so far, as Update 2.2 has since surpassed 2.1 with at least 10 sneak peeks.
*Update 2.1 currently has the longest amount of time between two update teasers. The time between the second 2.1 WIP image (29 October 2015) and the 2.1 song hint (2 January 2016) was over two months.
**This might be due to the release of the "secret project (i.e. Geometry Dash Meltdown)" and Geometry Dash Meltdown being released between these two dates (19 December 2015).
*RobTop stated before 2.0 that he would focus on making future updates only take 1-2 months. However, Update 2.1 released over a year after Update 2.0 was released on the 26 August 2015, giving it the second longest development time out of any other released update, only surpassed by Update 2.2, which took just under 7 years.
**The delay of 2.1 was likely due to the release of Geometry Dash Meltdown and Geometry Dash World in between the two.
*Update 2.1 is the third consecutive update to feature a new game mode, with Update 1.9 introducing the wave, Update 2.0 introducing the robot and [[Update 2.2]] featuring the swing.
*Update 2.1 contains the most new gameplay elements (rings, pads and a new gamemode).
*In Geometry Dash World, it was first discovered that the dash rings would have a different shape that was more arrow-like than in the sneak peek. The red dash ring would also be coloured pink. This was applied to the actual update.
*Both the "Geometry Dash Spider" and "Small lava test" videos on RobTopGames' YouTube channel are private.
*The lava blocks from the second and fourth WIP image are different than the lava blocks from the sneak peek. This could be because RobTop re-designed some art he was not satisfied with, as stated by him previously.
*In the "Small lava test" video, the new icon (Uber Hacker) is a fanmade icon that was carried over from the Purpura Texture Pack made by Jeyzor.
*2016 is the first year where no updates to Geometry Dash were released.
*Update 2.1 has introduced the most vaults and rings out of any update.
*The flame while using a Dash Orb originally used the texture for one of the fireballs. (The one the bat shoots out in the start of Fingerdash).
*Similarly, the spider used to use the animation for normal teleportation portals.

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*'''26 May:''' RobTop makes his first mention of  on TouchArcade, saying "''I wanted to mix up the art style a bit, keep things fresh. More craziness in 2.1!''". Because of this statement, it is assumed that there will be new decorations and blocks.
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*'''22 September:''' RobTop enters Zobros' stream on twitch.tv and sets up a Q&A.<ref>http://www.twitch.tv/Zobros_gd</ref> He mentions that a new jump ring will be added, as well as a new anti-cheat system that allows the game to take progress (stars) from the player's stats when they use hacks and cheats to add an unfair advantage in the game.
*'''30 September:''' RobTop posts the first teaser for the update. The image shows a new four-legged gamemode, resembling a spider. <ref>http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3693481&postcount=66560</ref>
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*'''29 October:''' RobTop posts the second 2.1 teaser picture on [https://twitter.com/robtopgames/status/659823754764251137 Twitter]. It shows two new icons (which are unlockable in [[Geometry Dash Meltdown]]) and new volcanic blocks.
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*'''9 November:''' RobTop replies to a [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3723812&postcount=73065 question] on TouchArcade, stating that there will not be a demon-rated level in 2.1. He also says he will try to release 2.1 before the end of 2015.
*'''13th November:''' RobTop enters [http://twitch.tv/dak2014 dak2014's stream on Twitch] and initiated a "''Questions and Answers" activity''. He says that a ''secret project'' (Geometry Dash Meltdown) will come out before 2.1, and he hopes that they will both come out before Christmas. He also mentions that 2.1 will not be a big update. Additionally, he states that a few of the new features of 2.1 will be a new gamemode, a new gameplay ring (previously stated on 22 September), a new level with new music by a new composer, bug fixes, and small extra features.<ref>http://imgur.com/a/jKwrC</ref>
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*'''1 December:''' RobTop states in an unknown Twitch user's chat that the new ''secret project'' (Geometry Dash Meltdown) will contain icons transferable to Geometry Dash by the press of a button. However, Geometry Dash-exclusive icons can not be transferred to the new app.
*'''16 December:''' In Cyclic98's Twitch stream, RobTop mentions that the 2.1 song teaser will be released after Geometry Dash Meltdown comes out.
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*'''2 January:''' RobTop posts the third 2.1 teaser on [https://twitter.com/RobTopGames/status/683525457434808320 Twitter] and Facebook, which hints the soundtrack for the new level. The teaser depicts a grey Mario sprite and a grey Donkey Kong sprite. On the right, the teaser shows an orange outline of an index finger pointing up and a radioactive symbol. Based on this, it is assumed, and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNyhP4p-Nv8 confirmed] on April 16, 2016, that the song is [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuPmq7yjDnI Fingerbang by MDK.]
*'''5 January:''' 2.1 was added to Geometry Dash Lite with a new level, xStep.
*'''27 January:''' RobTop says on [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3777990&postcount=81494 TouchArcade] that a new vault will be added in 2.1. He also says that there will be two types of rotation for the rotation trigger: to spin around an axis or to spin around the target.
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*'''4 February:''' RobTopGames posts the fourth 2.1 teaser on [https://twitter.com/RobTopGames?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Twitter], [https://www.facebook.com//?ref=eyJzaWQiOiIwLjI4MTE1ODc0NDUwNzI3NTczIiwicXMiOiJKVFZDSlRJeVIyVnZiV1YwY25rbE1qQkVZWE5vSlRJeUpUVkUiLCJndiI6IjI5ZjRhZGI2NjcyZTMwYTBjYzA2ZDA0ZTQxM2JhMDFlYzgzODg1MmYifQ Facebook] and [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?p=3784135#post3784135 TouchArcade], and says that the 2.1 level sneak peek is almost ready. The image showcases a bat/dragon-like monster (which could be new "monsters", and be a threat to the player) a new background, a new waterfall decoration, new stone blocks and a new blue diamond decoration, which could have some gameplay function. RobTop also apologizes on Facebook for being a bit slow.
*'''9 February:''' On [http://www.twitch.tv/krazyman50/v/42868546 Krazyman50's stream on Twitch], RobTop provides [http://www.boomlings.com/images/21editorthing.png a link to a picture] of the 2.1 level editor. The picture displays a new interface for selecting colours, using three bars for hue, darkness, and brightness of the colour. also mentions the possibility of a new rating system, where each level is rated on 1 to 10 out of different categories. He states: "In a new rating system you would have rating scores for different areas. So 1-10 for visual, 1-10 for gameplay, etc." He also confirms that the new blue diamond shown in the last teaser will have some gameplay function and will not be just a decoration.
*'''21 February:''' RobTop uploads ''"[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYALQB2GiQQ Fireballs?]"'' on his YouTube account, which shows off more new upcoming features from this update. The first of many features depicts rotating fireballs around a block, confirming that there will be a rotation trigger in 2.1. Then there is the bat/dragon-like monster, which is animated and shoots a fireball from its mouth horizontally. After that is an animated waterfall, followed by an invisible outline of a square. Next is another bat/dragon-like monster, which is animated and is seen shooting a fireball from its mouth diagonally. A new dark purple-coloured portal is seen next, which is likely the portal for the new spider gamemode. A new ground and a new background are also seen, and new rock decorations as well as particle decorations that are scattered throughout the level, hinting at a new particle editor (something that RobTop mentioned previously). Finally, an image of what likely could be the new vault appears. The new music that could be for the new vault plays throughout the whole video and is not the level's song, as the music continues after the gameplay.
*'''28 February:''' On Xaro's Twitch Stream, RobTop states that there will be ''exactly'' 3 new jump rings in 2.1. Two have gameplay functions (like all pre-2.1 rings), and one is a custom ring. He also explains that jump rings like "kill rings" will be possible, as the custom ring works like a trigger.
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*'''4 March:''' During GDSkitten's stream on Twitch, RobTop shares more insight on what 2.1 will bring, sharing how you can control the animation of some monsters, and tells about a possible "touch" and "count" trigger. He also mentions a possible collision trigger, saying that the player could shoot objects, but probably will not be included with 2.1 - maybe 2.2. Lastly, he says that [[Geometry Dash Meltdown]] will be updated after 2.1 with a new level, and a new collaboration system could be implemented after that as well.
*'''16 March:''' RobTop confirms that the new indigo coloured portal at the end of the ''Fireballs?'' video is for the new "spider" gamemode.
*24 March, 2016: After entering GironDavid's stream on Twitch, RobTop mentions [https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/111949493838065664/162392102213386241/unknown.png 4 new rings], and that one will be a custom trigger ring. He also states that there are possibilities for a new challenge mode, and the [https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/111949493838065664/162392046894579713/unknown.png reason why 2.1 got delayed] was because he had to remake some features since he did not like the way they looked. He continues to say that the new "spider" gamemode is finished (confirming it will be called "spider mode"). RobTop goes into detail about the rings, stating that one of the rings is a [https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/111949493838065664/162392046894579713/unknown.png variation of a current ring], not the green one, and that one ring will work like a "toggle" trigger if tapped. He restates that the other two rings are gameplay balls.
**Later, RobTop enters Riot's stream and [http://forums.toucharcade.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=101039&d=1458871005 mentions that there will be a sneak peak]. He also mentions making extensions to the featured section. There will be a [https://i.gyazo.com/34aa7ff4743270312c4dcd643ff991a9.png 2.1 daily feature], and there will be a special featured spot for the level that gets featured. He says that the level must be rated and that if completed on that day, diamonds would be awarded, which unlock icons and achievements. RobTop finally says there will also be three [https://i.gyazo.com/b6ce9791b60e49dd3eced90e37d69046.png new skins] for keys.
***''[http://imgur.com/4bCHWs6 "Slightly Special awards"]'' will give you diamonds, and how many you get is based off percentage.
*'''30 March:''' On GuitarHeroStyles' Twitch stream, RobTop posts [http://boomlings.com/images/lol123.png a link to an image depicting a pink fire-like trail around the player]. He also mentions he may raise the object limit to 35k (by 5k). Later, on [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?t=200268&page=8499 TouchArcade] RobTop mentions that the sneak peak is soon to come and that he is working as fast as he can on the update. He also mentions that the level will not be named after the song Fingerbang, that you can change the colour of the fireballs, and that the custom trigger ring is just like the triggers we already have, but they need a jump ring for activation. It is mentioned that the epic colour is being added, but it is tricky (implying it will take time), that he will consider a favourite level list, and that he might do a shorter sneak peak of the level, and then make another video showing off the spider. He also says in a [http://imgur.com/W8aZpu9 private conversation] during GuitarHeroStyles' stream that "Live multiplayer" may not be added.
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*'''6 April:''' On [http://imgur.com/ypRoTwK Xaro's Twitch stream] RobTop says that he has added a new "auto-building" system for the new stone blocks since they can be pretty complicated to build. He mentions that the sneak peek is getting close and that the new rings will be revealed in the sneak peek. He also says that there might be different ways to earn diamonds besides the daily featured level.
**Later, on RioT's stream, RobTop [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3823680&postcount=85514 mentions] that there will be a block that the wave can slide on, and visual lines in the editor that show when an effect ends, that the art has been tweaked a lot, the sneak peak is very original and different from the "Fireballs?" video, and that there may be a new system in which you can add your own art. This system will require verification as photos added into the game must be appropriate. Afterwards, RobTop says the fireball is a gameplay effect.
*'''9 April:''' In ASonicMen's Twitch stream, RobTop states that he has made a function where when pressed, it automatically changes the group of an object(s) to the next free group. He then goes onto [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3824420&postcount=85595 TouchArcade] and informs that there will be no option to cut or crop songs in 2.1, but maybe in the future. Later on, he joins Manix648's stream and says that object limit hacks will no longer work in 2.1 and the object limit has been raised to 40k.
*'''10 April:''' In Sandstorm's Twitch stream, RobTop says that  will have [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwZICYQ69Mc achievements] for 8 and 9 star levels, that there will be new demon packs (possibly before 2.1), that the new level will have around 12 stars, that there will be more icons for beating online levels, possible emotes for the comment section, and a top comment sorting option. He also says that all verify hacks, object limit hacks, etc. will be banned in 2.1 and that there will be new user coin achievements. RobTop also stated that he will not be working on any more ports to other operating systems for Geometry Dash, he referred it as "a lot of boring work."
*'''13th April:''' On Mazl's Twitch stream, RobTop explains how a [http://forums.toucharcade.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=101761&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1460554739 challenge mode] could work if implemented. He says that one player would challenge another on a randomly selected level with a chosen amount of stars. The player who beats the level in the least attempts, or gets the most percentage in a set amount of attempts is the winner. By winning, you climb the "global ladder" and gain a rank. He also said that there may be [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfrVKy310fY unlockable practice songs] in 2.1.
*'''14 April:''' On Riot's Twitch stream, RobTop says there may be a [http://forums.toucharcade.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=101859 challenge mode], and that he indeed explained it the day before. He also confirms [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3827429&postcount=85980 mini icon customization]. He also says that he is working on the sneak peek, and that it is [http://i.imgur.com/Rs7ldC2.png very close].
**Later, on an unknown Twitch stream, RobTop [http://i.imgur.com/8JPamGm.png confirms] that one of the new rings added will kill the player.
*'''16 April:''' RobTop releases a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNyhP4p-Nv8 sneak peek], confirming the song as Fingerbang by MDK. It showcases 3 new rings — a dark grey one, (which acts like the blue ring but does not switch the player's gravity), a triangular lime one (which may force the player along the lime trail for as long as they hold down) and a triangular red one (which forces the player forward so long as they hold down and then switches the player's gravity). The red ring may create a grayscale effect which turns everything on the screen (the player included) to black and white for a split-second, but this could just be a colour change or a new colour trigger. There are decorational signs showing different icons. It showcases the new "spider" game mode, which appears to act as a ball, but with instant teleportation which appears to flash upon touch. The sneak peek also shows a new red jump pad which acts similar to the pink and yellow jump pads, but with a larger boost (around 6-7 blocks). It shows new decor such as blocks and signs, a new cube icon and a new shake effect. It has an extension to the animated dragons added in 2.0, showing one with its mouth wide open, and the other one with fire coming out (unlike the default movements, where the dragons just open and close their mouth repeatedly). It also showcases the new rotation trigger and the new monster manipulation mechanic. There is a new laser beam hazard that is made of zig-zags. It has actual lava seen rising, which isn't the 2.0 water decoration as a red/orange colour. The black bat/monster hybrid is featured too. Once putting the trailer in higher quality, it appears that the spikes in the rocks appear to shine since the particles from the rocks go down the edge of the spike. Finally, around some blocks, there are small, white "star" shaped particles that have an animation. The animation has 4 white triangular beams that separate in different directions and dissolve, and then the animation starts over in the centre where the 4 beams moved from before.
**He later enters TouchArcade and posts another [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3828340&postcount=86145 preview picture], depicting the ball vs. spider movement. It shows some new art for the buttons, and some new buttons such as 'Copy Values', 'Edit Special', 'Paste State' and 'Go To Layer', plus a button with the picture of the background, ground, etc. 'triggers'. These buttons appear to be more Boomlings style - almost resembling the buttons at the bottom of the screen (Rotate, Swipe, etc.)
**Later, on Mazl's Twitch stream, RobTop announces some of the new features in 2.1. First, he [http://prntscr.com/atazct says] that the new level editor object limit in 2.1 has been raised to 40,000 objects. Second, he states that he might [http://prntscr.com/atb0dj raise] the custom object limit. Third, he [http://prntscr.com/atb1os says] that he has added an option in the level editor called the "swipe cycle select mode" wherein if you have swipe disabled and tap on a group of objects multiple times, it will cycle what objects are selected. Fourth, he [http://prntscr.com/atb3dr says] that there is a new option called "editor hold to swipe" which is mostly for mobile, wherein when not in swipe mode, if you press and hold for a small time, an indicator will show that swipe mode has been activated, and it will now act as if swipe mode is enabled. Finally, he [http://prntscr.com/atb3qr explains] how the dash ring works, stating "It goes as long as you hold."
*'''17 April:''' On Riot's stream RobTop posts a link to a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1UQ5w2ZEEk video] showing off blue dash rings, the spider, and a new icon that resembles the 60 user coins icon. The video is assumed to be "for spider haters" showing how the spider is different than the ball, because at the end of the test level in the video RobTop has text saying "Do that with the ball..." followed by "Kappa". RobTop also says that there will be a secondary object limit of 80k, but it will have a warning icon. He also says it will depend on the amount of RAM the game is using.
**The video also confirms that the new dash rings can be used diagonally (possibly by rotation).
**The dash rings shown in the video are a different colour than the ones shown in the sneak peek.
**The video was also posted on RobTop's Twitter account on the same day. ''[https://twitter.com/RobTopGames/status/721855247740706816 See post]''
**He states that the game is much more optimized now, and low-end devices will have less lag in levels with many moving objects. RobTop has added another low detail mode that will be in settings.
*'''19 April:''' On Pasiblitz's stream RobTop says that the shaking trigger will contain [http://prnt.sc/au837s 3 inputs]: shake strength, interval and duration. He also mentions about [http://prnt.sc/au83bn tags] and [http://imgur.com/ZbD4g35 warnings], which will be implemented in 2.2.
*'''23 April:''' On ViprinZ's stream, [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3832743&postcount=86961 RobTop says] that he may look into adding a toggle effect to make the ground transparent. He also says he will look into texture pack support, and that the new level may be 13 stars. Later, he says that he will try to add new trails and that 2.1 has a lot more secrets than 2.0.
*'''24 April:''' On Krazyman50's stream, RobTop shows various ways that the new "count" trigger can be used. He says that creators will be able to have a live counter label that shows how many objects are in a level, and that he won't limit 80K objects, but levels with 40K objects and above will have warnings and are less likely to be ranked. He refers to a new demon to be released in 2.2 or 2.3, proving that the new level won't be rated demon. He also says that he added a crazy amount of icons and unlocks and provides a [http://www.boomlings.com/images/brainy.png new icon image]. You can see it in [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNednWXQesY this video].
*'''26 April:''' On Surv's stream, RobTop [http://imgur.com/UTgyNPj mentions] that there will probably be a new background in 2.1, but he hasn't finished it yet.
*'''27 April:''' RobTop has uploaded a [http://www.boomlings.com/images/itsasecret.png new icon] for 2.1 that appears to be similar to an icon in Boomlings, or the "Ultimate ToE2" icon, and RobTop named it "It's a secret". Later, RobTop said that he added [http://imgur.com/FHvzsU9 new effects] for the spider.
*'''28 April:''' RobTop [https://www.reddit.com/user/Zhenmuron replies to a Reddit post] stating that there will be a new search filter in 2.1 that lets players search for levels with custom audio that has not been used in a featured level. He said that this could help promote new soundtracks on [https://www.newgrounds.com Newgrounds].
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*'''7 May:''' On Krazyman50's stream, RobTop [http://forums.toucharcade.com/showpost.php?p=3840647&postcount=87968 says] that he wants to add a new 'creator of the week' page with rewards, and also that he wants to do some events after 2.1.
**On Skitten's stream, RobTop [https://youtu.be/1qgcXROjgn8 states] that multiplayer is not going to be added in 2.1, but the challenge mode has a similar concept. RobTop states that there are new triggers for creators to experiment and have fun with.
*'''20 May:''' On Skitten's stream RobTop [http://imgur.com/gallery/JGa7r says] that there is a new currency so you don't have to unlock all icons with achievements. This currency can be [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue-XISxiYpg gained by playing levels]. He also [http://imgur.com/a/JmCOx says] he could be adding even more links on the profile page, and includes a [http://strawpoll.me/10260873 strawpoll]
**In GuitarHeroStyles' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkG7hTWZtDw video], RobTop shows up in a couple of screenshots, mentioning his [http://prntscr.com/b6keho work plan.] He states that 2.1 will contain the same [http://prntscr.com/b6keqe feature system], and that 2.2 will have an upgraded one. He shares his ideas for a [http://prntscr.com/b6kf4g Geometry Dash related project] with a plan where free players can play custom levels. However, there is a limit to how many attempts they can make (similar to how there are limited moves in the game Candy Crush Saga). Watching advertisements can help gain more attempts.
*'''21 May:''' On Riot's stream, RobTop confirms that he may add an update dedicated towards [http://imgur.com/a/lTVBS verification requirements] for rated levels to prevent secret ways and free stars, although he doesn't want to limit freedom. He also says that he may allow users to [http://imgur.com/a/6pbyd choose which vehicles they want a glow effect on] in the future after Riot asks on his stream.
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*'''5 June:''' RobTop [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KATu94y-gSo confirms] that the currency for the new shop has not been decided yet. He also confirms that it won't be diamonds or secret coins since they have been already added.
*'''11th June:''' RobTop [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Gv5v2utWgA states] that the spawn trigger will be much more important in 2.1 than it is now. He says lag for moving objects has been reduced. There is a new level editor feature being added which will make creating effects much quicker. For example, if an object is supposed to do something which a trigger makes it do, the player can copy and paste the object and its triggers. The new set will have the object with a new group ID and the triggers updated corresponding to the object's group. Objects can also now be aligned vertically and horizontally. It has been confirmed that the object limit has been increased to 40,000/80,000. RobTop has added new glow objects for slopes. RobTop talks about the new future currency and shop. He says that a user level will reward a certain amount of the currency based on how many stars it has. For example, 5 stars give 100 and demons give 500. The percentage received on that level decides how much the player gets. 10% of the level gives 10% of the currency and so forth. Upon level completion, the player is rewarded 50% more of the currency. He finally says that bugs have been and are being fixed.
*'''16 June:''' RobTop [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PKf-MaVoBU says] that he added a new trigger called "follow player" which can be set so that a selected group follows the player at a specified speed and how often the selected group checks where the player is. The new trigger can assist with the creation of boss fights. He also intends to test a new swing copter mode for future updates sometimes. He will add it if he likes it. RobTop has added lots of new colours and trails. There are going to be new layers for the level editor which he says creators will love. He finally says that he came up with a new idea for icon customization, but it may be added in 2.2.
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*'''10 July:''' On Surv's stream, RobTop states that [http://imgur.com/9lgS6da 2.1 has mini icons.] He also states that [http://imgur.com/CBQGSp2 twitch and twitter button have been added], and that there are [http://imgur.com/VNjHpn2 two special blocks]. One is a special block on which the wave may slide so as to make transitions friendlier, and the other is a block which disables jumping when holding in order to offer better gameplay experience.
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August=
*'''2 August:''' On [https://twitch.tv/gdsurv Surv's] stream, RobTop [https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VQJ-iCfjn9o confirms] there will not be a multiplayer mode where players can see every other player. He also says there will be a challenge mode. RobTop confirms there will be a button on the front of level pages that says "low detail", meaning if the player marks the button, the level will load with less objects, and it can be assumed that the deletion of the level is required to revert it into Normal Detail Mode. In levels, creators can mark certain objects low detail, or leave them as high detail. RobTop says the start position feature in the Level Editor will have an option to turn off the attempt count display in 2.1. He also mentions that moving objects have been optimized to reduce lag, and practice mode checkpoints have the option to spawn much more frequently. Lastly, RobTop says there will not be any more teaser videos before 2.1. He may be referring to video previews and teasers (like the 30 second preview of Fingerbang), and will not be posting them anymore, or that he will stop entering streams and giving spoilers altogether.
*'''14 August:''' In Suomi's latest [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyIDE_9nFMs video], RobTop explains how creator points are earned in the collab system that may be in 2.2. He says that he will make object limit hack changes official. He confirms that demon coins are not in 2.1, and custom key bindings in the editor are confirmed to be added in the future.
*'''16 August:''' In AgentJDN's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWr1xLVyPI8 video], RobTop mentions on [https://twitch.tv/infernogaming62 InfernoGaming62's stream] that in-app purchases will not be used for the Shop. He also mentions that Lite and other free versions of the game now lets players earn currency by watching ads. Three days later, AgentJDN [https://twitter.com/AgentJDN/status/766637758022463489 tweets] another screenshot of RobTop describing Challenge Mode as being similar to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikHNmNiyTss Jobet's multiplayer concept video] but without the ability to see other players on-screen.
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October=
*'''11th October:''' After a long absence from RobTop, GuitarHeroStyles uploads a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF49-Cpyyk8 video] explaining new features including: epic level rating (Where a level receives a burning ring around the difficulty, and the creator receives an extra creator point; RobTop confirms the new free app will only allow searching of epic levels), chests as a "fun bonus" received every 4 (up to 24) hours, and distributing diamonds, shards, and rewards. 
**He also gives the community a choice to make a new demon icon, which represents an extremely diffcult level.
*'''16 October:''' RobTop enters Surv's stream and posts the link that leads to another unlisted video called "Small lava test". It showcases a new icon, new animated lava decoration & laser animation, and features a new death effect. In one of Surv's streams RobTop confirms that there will be around 8 or 9 unlockable death effects. By looking closely, you are also able to spot a glowing ring on the bat in the teaser. GuitarHeroStyles shares more info about the update with this [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ewG-wX3V5c video], explaining about unlockable death animations, the confirmation about the shop & its currency, the chance to change your username once a week and new ways to unlock icons.
*'''29 October:''' GuitarHeroStyles uploads another [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-KSMnMwnaI video] only explaining about the update's potential release date. There are pictures showing RobTop's objective for 2.1, where he wants to update it before December, and says he will be happier if he can release it by mid-November. Later the video explains that RobTop would like to update Meltdown, Lite, and release the new free game before December as well.
*'''30 October:''' Geometry Dash SUOMI posts another [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmIogjkMbKM video], in which RobTop confirms that Easy, Normal and Hard demon icons have been added in 2.1, a negative toggle can be added for triggers, and a "follow player Y" trigger which lets players make bossfights that chase the player with delays is now available. The comments system has also been improved upon. Comments now include a new percentage and the player's icon. The player can now sort the comments by likes. Players can now refresh the comments section. RobTop also confirms there are a lot more spiders in the update. He also states that he will add an epilepsy warning to some levels (mostly Nine Circles levels) and a special low-detail mode that removes all particles.
**There is also a new [http://www.boomlings.com/images/secretKey.png "secretKey"] on the Boomlings site, showing the Keymaster's face on the key. In the actual update, this key can be used to unlock chests in the Treasure Room.
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*'''7 November:''' GuitarHeroStyles uploads another [https://youtu.be/8U78CupS45Y video]. On RobTop's in-game status, he says "Are you prepared for the "Gauntlets?" I think not... :D". This was later revealed to be "The Lost Gauntlets" when the update was released.
*'''22 November:''' Three new images have been added to the boomlings site, where the first image [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing.png "thing"] showcases a new ''futuristic'' ship. There is another image named [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing2.png "thing2"], which shows a new icon. This icon also appears to have a gradient. The third image, showing a UFO with a ''cat-like'' face named [http://boomlings.com/images/thing3.png "thing3"].
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December=
*'''5 December:''' In SUOMI's latest [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJscLo8GQvA video], RobTop mentions about 2.1 being out in a few days. He then posts three more new images added to the Boomlings site, [http://boomlings.com/images/thing4.png "thing4"] and [http://boomlings.com/images/thing5.png "thing5"] which are new icons, and [http://boomlings.com/images/thing6.png "thing6"] which showcases what appears to be three coloured keys and demon eyes. It was later revealed to be the "Basement" in 2.1.
*'''21 December:''' The "free version" of Geometry Dash, [[Geometry Dash World]], is released on iOS. A few days later, it was released on Android. During the time of the update, streamer Aurorus uses an exploit to get early access to the 2.1 editor in World which is normally locked in-game. With the exploit, it was revealed there will be a new speed portal, more tilesets than what was actually shown in the sneakpeek, and the name of the new level will be Fingerdash.
**A few days later, hackers found a way to unlock everything in the game, which included the entire Fingerdash level in its development stage, Hall of Fame, The Lost Gauntlets, The Chamber of Time, the 2.1 editor, and all icons normally not accessible in GDW. RobTop later disabled the Lost Gauntlets temporarily.
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*'''9 January:''' In TrusTa's stream, RobTop [https://plus.google.com/+MrBusyGD/posts/jhhyvuKx4xn mentions] that he has reenabled save and load in GDW, which later allowed players to sync their current Geometry Dash World data to the full version of GD in 2.1.
*'''16 January:''' RobTop enters Surv's stream and posts in Spanish that "The chicken is ready" as well that 2.1 has been submitted to [https://images.discordapp.net/.eJwFwdtyQ0AAANB_8QEue2PzlhAZNSGi00ZfOoslplix69rpv_ecX20aW-2gPZUa5MEwykYWYix1qcTIaq7XQtQtZ0Mj9UJ0BlOKFc-O90oawES2BaGNkYOAhQElBrBNAogDCKWUUAgBNPjbEq2tjOvtmJxKl8rg-DXnWzhtfmCeU_8axfPQq3mnFe5u3NkvWWyl59yBOCSPa2--4_1F7yS3qgityeubM9lJtVom99Gnt6bNz7Q8RPWBvPW2hIW7Zy6rLqcknaIB97MHs3vgS33oa-3vHzrWTiY.OB4rkE2Ow-0MlTHsIzxobiiW9Ps Steam], Android & for review in Apple store.  At 6:30 PST, Geometry Dash 2.1 was released to the public (Steam only), with a bugfix following 2 hours after.
**Later, RobTop enters Satcho's stream and he [https://plus.google.com/+Invincible/posts/R9R9jugzALg confirmed] 20 new icons unlockable from the Shop in a future update.
*'''17 January:''' 2.1 is released for Steam.
*'''18 January:''' 2.1 is released for IOS, Android and Amazon.
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February=
*'''5 February:''' The Fire and Ice [[Gauntlets]] were released.
*'''6 February:''' The Poison and Shadow Gauntlets were released.
*'''7 February:''' The Lava and Bonus Gauntlets were released.
*'''8 February:''' The Chaos and Demon Gauntlets were released.
*'''10 Februrary:''' RobTop has tallied out demon ratings for all custom demon levels. Demons will now have appropriate ratings.
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May=
*'''21 May:''' Robtop announces on [https://www.twitch.tv/knobbelboy Knobbleboy's stream] that 2.11 is almost ready.
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June=
*'''4 June:''' Etzer releases the [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYGPOSBpeh4 Icon Contest results]. It was confirmed that the 1st place entries will be added in the Community Shop in 2.11. Eventually, The Bonus Winners and Robtop's Pick joined in on that update.
*'''16 June:''' In [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfC8wjxHvi8 SUOMI's video], RobTop has plans for more Gauntlets in 2.11. He also mentions that 2.11 will re-enable high-quality textures (for Steam users), and a new "Favorites" folder where players can sort their favourite levels. In response to the abuse of dislike/like/download/rate bots, RobTop has confirmed a new anti-bot system for 2.11.
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August=
*'''8 August:''' RobTop comments on daily levels stating that Update 2.11 will have more stuff to buy in the shops, and more treasures in the Treasure Room.
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September=
*'''23 September:''' Partition posts [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H90UfVFJMGc a video] showing how the LDM button works.
*'''29 September:''' RobTop comments on the daily level with the following: "Yes, Scratch will restock in 2.11 :)"
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October=
*'''4 October:''' RobTop shares links to 3 images of new icons (Which can be seen below) in the daily level.
*'''12th October:''' RobTop announces that in 2.11, new types of Moderators known as Elder Mods will be available, and they will have more power than regular Moderators, hinting that players can now Star Rate, Feature, and verify Coin Levels. (Proof needed)
*'''27 October:''' Viprin tweets, "All community icons will be in 2.11. Total cost: 400,000 mana orbs."
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November=
*'''4 November:''' Viprin reveals 4 new images (seen below) for 2.2/2.11 icons on Twitter 3 block icons and 1 spider icon.
*'''7 November:''' RobTop goes on EricVanWilderman's stream and talks about 2.11. He says that 2.11 is done and still checking for bugs.
*'''12th November:''' RobTop says that 2.11 is 100% finished and that it should be uploaded to steam today and android later. Later on this day, 2.11 is released for steam and RobTop comments on the daily level: “2.11 on mobile soon. Relax (;”
*'''15 November:''' 2.11 is released for Android.
*'''16 November:''' 2.11 is released on iOS.
*'''18 November:''' The Doom Gauntlet was released.
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December=
*'''28 December:''' The Magic and Spike Gauntlets were released.
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March=
*'''28 March:''' The Time Gauntlet was released.
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April=
*'''11th April:''' The Monster and Death Gauntlets were released.
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==Sneak peeks==
{{VC|UYALQB2GiQQ|TNyhP4p-Nv8
 |cpt1 = Update 2.1 Example 1 'Fireballs?', the first of three example videos uploaded to the RobTopGames YouTube channel, meanwhile the two subsequent example videos 'Geometry Dash Spider...' and 'Small lava test' have since been made private 
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==Gallery==
<gallery>
Update2.1Teaser01.png|The first teaser previewing a new form
Update2.1Teaser02.png|The second previewing new icons from Meltdown, and new blocks
Update2.1Teaser03.png|The third teaser, hinting at the soundtrack ''Fingerbang'' by MDK
Update2.1Teaser04.png|The fourth teaser previewing new map components
Update2.1CollectiblePreview01.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/secretKey.png Collectible concept]
Update2.1CollectiblePreview02.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing6.png Collectible concept]
Update2.1IconPreview01.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing1.png Icon concept]
Update2.1IconPreview02.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing2.png Icon concept]
Update2.1IconPreview03.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing3.png Icon concept]
Update2.1IconPreview04.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing4.png Icon concept]
Update2.1IconPreview05.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/thing5.png Icon concept]
Update2.1IconPreview06.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/brainy.png Icon concept]
Update2.1IconPreview07.png|Update 2.1 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/itsasecret.png Icon concept]
Update2.1EditorPreview01.png|Update 2.1 image linked by Topala
Update2.1EditorPreview02.png|Update 2.1 image linked by Topala
Update2.1EditorPreview03.png|Update 2.1 image linked by Topala
Update2.11IconPreview01.png|Update 2.11 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/icon_114.png Icon concept]
Update2.11IconPreview02.png|Update 2.11 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/icon_115.png Icon concept]
Update2.11IconPreview03.png|Update 2.11 [http://www.boomlings.com/images/icon_116.png Icon concept]
Update2.11IconPreview04.jpg|Update 2.11 icon concept released through Viprin's Twitter
Update2.11IconPreview05.jpg|Update 2.11 icon concept released through Viprin's Twitter
Update2.11IconPreview06.jpg|Update 2.11 icon concept released through Viprin's Twitter
Update2.11IconPreview07.jpg|Update 2.11 icon concept released through Viprin's Twitter
Update2.11CommentSystemPreview.png|Update 2.11 image linked by Topala
</gallery>

==References==
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[[Category:Updates (base content)]]