[QUOTE=TerabyteS;23034948]It is meant to install them automatically and setup everything without moving a single finger. It could even unzip files and make coffee.[/QUOTE]
I like the idea. Because whenever I extract shit, everything goes into a [name of mod] folder inside the tf folder, and I'm sick of having to go in and move the contents into the tf folder.
[QUOTE=TerabyteS;23035033]As I said, the program is not meant to be used for browsing mods.
It is meant to download the mods and set them up without moving a single finger.
Here's a little scheme:
Browse the site > Find a mod you like > Click the download button > Program runs and downloads the zip file > Program unzips it and puts the files where they belong
Done. The user did nothing except browsing the site. Normally they would have to download the pack, unzip it and transfer files, and make sure they are put in the right place.[/QUOTE]
Except if the user has Steam installed in a different place than usual. Then you'd need to account for different install locations. Seems like too much hassle for such a simple process.
[QUOTE=Nzdjh;23035324]Except if the user has Steam installed in a different place than usual. Then you'd need to account for different install locations. Seems like too much hassle for such a simple process.[/QUOTE]
Uh..? There will obviously be a panel to setup multiple accounts where to install. Why would that be a problem at all?
Could it be made optional to stop people whining?
[QUOTE=TerabyteS;23035363]Uh..? There will obviously be a panel to setup multiple accounts where to install. Why would that be a problem at all?[/QUOTE]
That fact that you'd need to set your account up instead of just downloading a zip and extracting it to the proper location. I don't know, some people may like it. To me it sounds pretty unnecessary. I'm not saying it's bad though. At this point I think getting the website itself functional is far more important.
[QUOTE=Hellduck;23035407]Could it be made optional to stop people whining?[/QUOTE]
Well of course but I don't see the point of it.
Where this COULD be useful:
- Automagically scan for content updates
- simple checkbox to enable/disable content
- Vanilla button to disable all content
- Greasemonkey script or something that hooks into the browser so you can click a button to instantly download/install the mod, vs copy/pasting links.
But just for installing, that's silly. The site should however enforce a standard folder format, so you can just drag/drop into tf and not have to deal with "throw xxx.bsp in maps, yyy.vmt in textures.." instructions.
But even then, lots of people hate third party programs. Even the blacklist update (just a bunch of batch scripts) didn't get many downloads.
Tera's idea is very good, you people need to think, not everyone is highly confident on messing with their tf2 folders so they might trust something more if it was automated, this also sets up the standard of what the file structures within the archives should be like (if its going to use them, I highly think it will).
Dammit slash you've completely thrown the negatives to my positives...
[QUOTE=TerabyteS;23035033]As I said, the program is not meant to be used for browsing mods.
It is meant to download the mods and set them up without moving a single finger.
Here's a little scheme:
Browse the site > Find a mod you like > Click the download button > Program runs and downloads the zip file > Program unzips it and puts the files where they belong
Done. The user did nothing except browsing the site. Normally they would have to download the pack, unzip it and transfer files, and make sure they are put in the right place.[/QUOTE]
I quite like the idea as I'm a lazy fuck. Please do it.
I'm tired of browsing through the folders to get to my tf folder every time I want to install a mod.
[QUOTE=TerabyteS;23035482]Well of course but I don't see the point of it.[/QUOTE]
Well because they'll complain and get it removed, then I'll start whining. :v:
What sort of standards should be enforced for content quality?
[QUOTE=Galago;23036327]What sort of standards should be enforced for content quality?[/QUOTE]
In keeping with the tf2 theme. Be quite lenient though, don't go all Neodement on the submissions' asses.
Obviously removing tripe like this: [IMG_thumb]http://bandit.fpsbanana.com/ss/srends/94423a.jpg[/IMG_thumb]
And HD stuff like this: [IMG_thumb]http://foxtrot.fpsbanana.com/ss/skins/89760a.jpg[/IMG_thumb]
[QUOTE=Galago;23036327]What sort of standards should be enforced for content quality?[/QUOTE]
No bats shaped like horse dildos.
[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFoWccK3GjM[/media]
So you guys are okay that you might have to weed through shit submissions?
[QUOTE=Galago;23036913]So you guys are okay that you might have to weed through shit submissions?[/QUOTE]
Yeah. I'd be happy to do weeding if you wanted.
[QUOTE=Galago;23036327]What sort of standards should be enforced for content quality?[/QUOTE]
I suggest a strict enforcement on reskins, no 5 second like stuff.
Regulation on models, most I could say is that it has to follow the contribute guidelines.
For file format I suggest 7z and zip.
[QUOTE=Galago;23036913]So you guys are okay that you might have to weed through shit submissions?[/QUOTE]
Moderators should be able to dismiss submissions if they are that shit.
[QUOTE=Galago;23036913]So you guys are okay that you might have to weed through shit submissions?[/QUOTE]
Yes.
Hiring a team of moderators to monitor submissions to the site and delete the shit ones would be necessary. Or a mod approval system where the mods will need to be approved by a moderator before they're posted. Though that'd be a pain in the ass.
I think there should also be a template that uploaded mods should follow, as was stated earlier in the thread. Like a consistent folder structure and whatnot. There'd need to be templates for different types of mods (skins, UIs, sounds, etc.) should follow for ease of installation, especially if the automated install process was implemented.
If you need someone, I would gladly sit and sift through mods, weeding out the shit ones. I don't really do anything other than sit in front of a computer monitor all day.
Consistent folder structure will be implemented. There will be templates for each different submission type. That way, the readmes and folder structures will all be the same.
[QUOTE=Uber_Tofu;23037285]If you need someone, I would gladly sit and sift through mods, weeding out the shit ones. I don't really do anything other than sit in front of a computer monitor all day.[/QUOTE]
I would also do this job for the good of the emporium..
[QUOTE=EDDY TT;23036984]
Moderators should be able to dismiss submissions if they are that shit.[/QUOTE]
[b]List of things that (most of the time) are shit and easy to spot:[/b]
Recolours
Tribal skins
Filtered textures
Logos or crappy drawings stamped on the texture
Furry or penis models
Anime character models or other completely irrelevant characters
Sound packs containing YTP quotes or 4chan memes
Ported content
Did I forget something?
I've got plenty of moderators. You can see the full list in the Steam group.
[QUOTE=Galago;23037411]I've got plenty of moderators. You can see the full list in the Steam group.[/QUOTE]
:saddowns:
[QUOTE=Daimao;23037410][b]List of things that (most of the time) are shit and easy to spot:[/b]
Recolours
Tribal skins
Filtered textures
Logos or crappy drawings stamped on the texture
Furry or penis models
Anime character models or other completely irrelevant characters
Sound packs containing YTP quotes or 4chan memes
Ported content
Did I forget something?[/QUOTE]
"High Definition" packs,
[url=http://www.fpsbanana.com/skins/94310]Broken compiles[/url].
Will Royzo be a moderator?
@EddyTT: I actually like HD packs...
[QUOTE=ArsonBoy5996;23037547]
@EddyTT: I actually like HD packs...[/QUOTE]
I wouldn't really count it as fitting to the art style though when its more css themed, like most HD packs are.
[QUOTE=EDDY TT;23037639]I wouldn't really count it as fitting to the art style though when its more css themed, like most HD packs are.[/QUOTE]
I suppose, perhaps a separate section for enhancements like these?
Mods\Skins & Remodels\Enhancements
[QUOTE=ArsonBoy5996;23037710]I suppose, perhaps a separate section for enhancements like these?
Mods\Skins & Remodels\Enhancements[/QUOTE]
Nah. Most HD packs are just more realistic, not higher quality.
Alright then, didn't seem very good to me either...
That Wiimote mod posted above would fail for two reasons:
1. broken compile
2. doesn't fit the art style
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