Top Descriptors symmetrical Employs symmetry within the map design, often mirroring elements along the horizontal centreline. , marathon A map with a drain time of over 5 minutes. , chaotic Unpredictable map design, often testing unusual skillsets. , reading Tests a player's reading skill, i.e. patterns that obfuscate note order and/or timing. , video gimmick Employs patterning that closely references the included background video. , alt Colloquial term for maps which use rhythms that encourage the player to alternate notes. Typically distinct from burst or stream maps. , geometric Incorporates geometric shapes within the map's visual design. , messy Visually chaotic and intentionally disorganised patterns, often involving many overlaps and unequal visual spacing between objects. , old-style revival Emulates a style closely associated with early mapping, typically to pay homage or invoke nostalgia. , avant-garde Employs boundary-pushing and experimental philosophies to map design, often foregoing gameplay and aesthetic conventions to extreme measures.