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[RangerJoe]

Remember, they are working on upgrading the forum software. But if nothing else, posting a link to another site can help other gamers and that is allowed.

[*Lava*]

ORIGINAL: RangerJoe

Remember, they are working on upgrading the forum software. But if nothing else, posting a link to another site can help other gamers and that is allowed.

It's not quite the same though. I believe there is an expression about how 90% of the taste of something comes from the eyes.

[Perturabo]

I think another problem is that lots of people who got Matrix games on Steam uses Steam forums.

[Karri]

ORIGINAL: Perturabo

I think another problem is that lots of people who got Matrix games on Steam uses Steam forums.

The major problem is that people don't much use these sorts of forums anymore. I've probably mentioned it somewhere else here before as well, but it's more social media/instant messaging platforms today, as well as platforms that are interlinked (like Steam forums you mentioned). Including things like Tiktok that allow short videos and easy to enjoy content. Outdated is the word. Or rather, outdated for now, as this is not the first time this cycle plays out. The forum software itself definitely needs an update, which we are told is in the works.

That said, Matrix Games has a pretty strong community, especially for core games. If you'd talk about stuff like engagement, War in the East 2 definitely has a bigger percentage of total players also active in forums, than say for games like the Call of Duty -series. On that regard, it's the lack of content overall that plays a bigger role. But what are you gonna do, a niche is a niche.

[gamer78]

But some games in Steam has lenghty paragraphs about game guides about any RPG, strategy games discussions and such. Should it be only related instant messaging ? From my understanding Matrix Games do the pricing for Dollar&Euro community only. Practically saying to "no" if you are not in same league. Again I've said previously you never know who will enjoy and and improve your games by community or with new designers.

[*Lava*]

ORIGINAL: Karri

ORIGINAL: Perturabo

I think another problem is that lots of people who got Matrix games on Steam uses Steam forums.

The major problem is that people don't much use these sorts of forums anymore. I've probably mentioned it somewhere else here before as well, but it's more social media/instant messaging platforms today, as well as platforms that are interlinked (like Steam forums you mentioned). Including things like Tiktok that allow short videos and easy to enjoy content. Outdated is the word. Or rather, outdated for now, as this is not the first time this cycle plays out. The forum software itself definitely needs an update, which we are told is in the works.

But it is so damn sterile.

The difference here (and other gaming sites) is not just the interaction which I view as very important, but you also become familiar with people's personalities and such.

Far more interesting. At least to me.

[operating]

ORIGINAL: Perturabo

Armored Brigade forums seems to be dead, sigh. I guess it's because support for the game sort of ended and they are working on the sequel.

ORIGINAL: lecrop

I have 30 years of experience in forums, many of them as a moderator. I've been seeing a significant drop in forum engagement for a long time, not to mention quality content. Of course, there are always exceptions, but the trend is what it is.

I think it's mostly about everything being in one place and integrated image upload. Like when for example browsing Tumblr, I follow, like 100 active blogs, ranging from personal, through military history, hobby blogs, artist blogs, blogs dedicated to artists of the past, political blogs, etc.
To be honest, the amount of quality posting is similar or greater than on forums. Too bad that lots of hobbyists prefer Instagram despite that it's inferior in almost every aspect.

Forums are usually limited by amount of active users. Like if one has one place for many interests, there are always active people quality-posting and there's a greater user retention.

Can you leave a link here to a blog that has the same core value as this forum, one that is organized like this forum, or close to it? I'm curious as to what you are talking about. Thanks

[bayonetbrant]

ORIGINAL: operating

that has the same core value as this forum

curious what everyone would say if they had to list them [:)]

[Orm]

ORIGINAL: Aurelian

ORIGINAL: Orm

ORIGINAL: operating



Snow White and the 6 dwarfs are looking for another character.[:)] Have a nice day Orm, can't hide all that talent, it would be missed if it were not there.[;)]

Thank you. Always nice to be appreciated.

However, if I were to join an ensemble it would need to hugely beneficial to me. I suppose that makes me a sell-out. But I am not cheap. At least in my humble opinion.

You're not cheap. But are you easy?

Well. I suppose that depends on what it is in regard. And on my mood and so on. I would hope that I am easy, but experience seems to indicate otherwise.

Grump.

[jbmoore68]

I come to Matrix forums for information on wargaming and Matrix Games in particular and these forums do a very good job at providing that information. I very seldom visit any other forums. I don't come here looking for confrontations or arguments, I am sure there are forums that probably welcome that stuff.

[Piteas]

ORIGINAL: jbmoore68

I come to Matrix forums for information on wargaming and Matrix Games in particular and these forums do a very good job at providing that information. I very seldom visit any other forums. I don't come here looking for confrontations or arguments, I am sure there are forums that probably welcome that stuff.

+1 (with applauses)

[Simulacra53]

As a game forum I generally try to limit my posts to the games I am interested in with the occasional side jump.
Sometimes I am drawn to the General Discussion, but imo this is not the right place to discuss the way of the world and where I stand.

I can understand if some people see it differently and as long as Slitherine / Matrix has a laissez faire approach anything goes I guess.

In the end I am here for the war games.

[Zovs]

Steam has a forum?

[Zorch]

ORIGINAL: Orm

ORIGINAL: Aurelian

ORIGINAL: Orm



Thank you. Always nice to be appreciated.

However, if I were to join an ensemble it would need to hugely beneficial to me. I suppose that makes me a sell-out. But I am not cheap. At least in my humble opinion.

You're not cheap. But are you easy?

Well. I suppose that depends on what it is in regard. And on my mood and so on. I would hope that I am easy, but experience seems to indicate otherwise.

Grump.

Orm, you're not cheap; you're inexpensive relative to the value you provide. Maybe you should maximize your monetization by finding a higher price point (in marketing speak)? [:D]

[operating]

ORIGINAL: Zovs

Steam has a forum?

Have to confess: I post fairly frequently at Total War's Empire Steam forum (aka ETW) since somewhere in the mid 2000's (Steam's birth), the subject matter is 99% about the game, if I want to get a broader perspective of what is happening in the gaming world I will come right here to this Discussion Forum, although at times get caught up in other threads here like: Nazi Gold Train, personal exploits, pun of the day and other rabbit holes of threads, but on the whole it's about gaming.

[lecrop]

ORIGINAL: *Lava*
The difference here (and other gaming sites) is not just the interaction which I view as very important, but you also become familiar with people's personalities and such.

Far more interesting. At least to me.

Great point, I fully agree.

[ncc1701e]

+1

[gamer78]

Steam has a forum yes..

Not only for boomers and or about kids something really international conflicts about wargaming what Matrix forum needs. It is not about present but for about the past. I've lost much interest about wargaming after Ageod stop making games about ignored conflicts. Focus on WW'2 good and well but..

[pzgndr]

Didn't the Go-Go's have a song for this?

"This forum is our forum
It is so glamorous
Bet you'd post here if you could
And be one of us..."

I'll see myself out...

[operating]

ORIGINAL: gamer78

Steam has a forum yes..

Not only for boomers and or about kids something really international conflicts about wargaming what Matrix forum needs. It is not about present but for about the past. I've lost much interest about wargaming after Ageod stop making games about ignored conflicts. Focus on WW'2 good and well but..

I liked the scope and scale of many of the AGEOD games and as you say ignored conflicts, but had a problem with hands off ai battles, it's different, just not for me, like managing the ebb and flow of a battle. Do have some idea of how much a dev is willing to invest (actual money) into a game, those who have the purse strings call the shots, programmers will program, idea guys will do their idea thing, it's the cost that seems to dictate the final product. A case in Point: I really liked CTGW, it was really on the path of being a gem, but it got fudged up in the patch process, they tried to make it right, but decided to cut their losses and bailed out, it was not from the lack of interest, in the end it was the lack of investment. The money coming in was not justifying future programming, a business decision on Lordz part.