I Understand the Need to Enforce the Rules..., There's nothing saying that I don't, really. Options

[Vanit]

Then I maintain that the exception is still a good idea. The issue is not that people won't see the thread, its that they aren't inclined to read it unless its marked as a new post being there since last they read it. The exception fixes this problem, while still maintaining that updates should be fewer and meaningful. It could take a few tries to refine this definition so that everyone understands it, but the people that break this rule are the ones who would've illegally double posted under the current rule anyway.

This post has been edited by Vanit: Apr 30 2011, 05:45 PM

[Rob_Riv]

Then I maintain that the exception is still a good idea. The issue is not that people won't see the thread, its that they aren't inclined to read it unless its marked as a new post being there since last they read it.

Maybe those same people, but new people will read the thread. Look at how the rule would have to be worded though, it's just too complicated. It's much easier to enforce simple rules. Also, I wouldn't have thought the exception would apply often enough for it to be worthwhile.

[Vanit]

If you're in favour of simple rules, why not make the wait 40 hours then? That way its still irregular, but I can still get a post in before the weekend is up if my last reply was Friday night. (and damn, you keep replying just as I edit my post!)

This post has been edited by Vanit: Apr 30 2011, 05:49 PM

[Jonnie19]

48 hours is ample time to wait, it isn't to long and it isn't too short, Vanit, as Rob said the rule is too complicated, and I am sure certain members would try their hardest to find a loophole in the rule and exploit it so that they can keep their thread to the top, People go onto Game Dev sections all the time, people look for their favorite games and they check them, even if it is not at the top three or five, we also have new members joining every day who wanna see the progress too, what may be no new posts to one, may be new post to others!

[Rob_Riv]

If you're in favour of simple rules, why not make the wait 40 hours then? That way its still irregular, but I can still get a post in before the weekend is up if my last reply was Friday night. (and damn, you keep replying just as I edit my post!)

Because 48 is easier to work out, and is more standard. 40 hours isn't really simple.

Edit: Why wouldn't you suggest 36 hours? That, at least, makes sense.

This post has been edited by Rob_Riv: Apr 30 2011, 05:52 PM

[Vanit]

I didn't realise you'd go that low; why not 36 hours then?

[bacon]

I would vote 24.

[Rob_Riv]

I didn't realise you'd go that low; why not 36 hours then?

I don't want it to be that low, but if it was going to go to 40, it'd be better just to take it to 36. I'm sure the options of 24, 36 and 48 will be discussed and then staff will update you all.

This post has been edited by Rob_Riv: Apr 30 2011, 05:55 PM

[Vanit]

Well in anycase thanks for considering my reasoning for the adjustments and I look forward to seeing the changes you and the other mods come up with.

[ShinGamix]

Double posting is allowed when a necessary update or info is given but there is a edit button for a reason and if your just gonna blattently double post I guess you deserve the warn and I have even made a few double post errors.


Note-No matter how slow your internet is please don't click the "add reply" or similar buttons several times.
It will double and even triple post sometimes. Warns are there to help the forum and help members learn.
and I don't agree with the 24/38 hour deal because it will start a lot of double posts and clogg up topics a lot.
(This is my opinion only).

[Rob_Riv]

Double posting is allowed when a necessary update or info is given

I'm not sure where you got this from. The rules for Games Under Construction rules state that there are no exceptions to the bumping rule.

This post has been edited by Rob_Riv: Apr 30 2011, 07:38 PM