Forum Skin Feedback - Page 2

dtr sim expert · 07-09-2007, 07:28 PM

Vbulletin looks like its going to be good for the forums.

The backgrounds too busy, i think the forums need to be abit more bulky - it seems miles away from the top of the page and miles inwards. Maybe a fatter forum is needed, im not sure.

Could the 'loading pleasantview' be changed to the sims 2 uk. Please leave the forums in this order! and keep all and create more - such as the much demanded diaries forum return.

The Star Hermit · 07-09-2007, 07:36 PM

The best solution would be to have a background depicting a giant Jaffa Cake. There - problem solved.

dtr sim expert · 07-09-2007, 07:37 PM

I dont like the fact that the forum skin suggests the forum is part of the EA forum.

dtr sim expert · 07-09-2007, 07:42 PM

News..

All EA forums getting a revamp.
http://forum.eagames.co.uk/viewtopic.php?t=38502

Siminjames · 07-09-2007, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by The Star Hermit

The best solution would be to have a background depicting a giant Jaffa Cake. There - problem solved.

A giant Jaffa sounds good.

I hate Vbulletin it's not as good as phpBB.

Ayeffen · 07-09-2007, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dtr sim expert

News..

All EA forums getting a revamp.
http://forum.eagames.co.uk/viewtopic.php?t=38502

The other forum backgrounds look better in my opinion. Probably because they aren't as busy, apart from the Command and Conquer forum.

Reading the forum will probably strain my eyes. A more clean cut and fresh background would probably make sure that people can read the information clearly and easily.

I also like the fact the forums are switching to v bulletin, like I've seen elsewhere.

bunnii0 · 07-09-2007, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dtr sim expert

News..

All EA forums getting a revamp.
http://forum.eagames.co.uk/viewtopic.php?t=38502

I like the blue one on that!

Maus652 · 07-09-2007, 08:03 PM

._. the blue one is nicer....why can't we have that?

But yes. Please, please PLEASE bring back the diaries forum.

bunnii0 · 07-09-2007, 08:06 PM

I like the idea of a green version of that blue one but with plumbobs and stuffs.

EAUK_Aurora · 07-09-2007, 08:07 PM

I am really very unimpressed with the look of the new skin.

There is too much blue and the transparent forum template over the background is so unstriking.

Agreeing with Aaron, I would definately say at least some white would help. And the transparency would ideally go in favour of block colour.

Sorry to be all down about it.

I quite like the other skins for EA forums though. The main EA one and the FIFA ones are really pretty nice.

flid1976 · 07-09-2007, 08:10 PM

To be honest I actually like the look of it, it goes with the game now

Are we going to be able to use avaters? or will it be like other sites where we cant

and please please bring back the diaries forum

dtr sim expert · 07-09-2007, 08:12 PM

A baby blue and/or a light green background would be nice. Ive decided that the background isn't for me.

Nicospoon · 07-09-2007, 08:21 PM

The masses have spoken. I'm glad you asked for our opinion first because there would have been big complains if that one went live!

Aaron · 07-09-2007, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Nicospoon

The masses have spoken. I'm glad you asked for our opinion first because there would have been big complains if that one went live!

When have they said it won't go live? :P

Nicospoon · 07-09-2007, 08:31 PM

But at least they consulted us first.

bunnii0 · 07-09-2007, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Nicospoon

But at least they consulted us first.

Yeah. Im thankful that they showed us first.!

FluffySim92 · 07-09-2007, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by nyaren

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Originally Posted by FluffySim92

And suggestion(/demand lol :P):
Please bring back the diary forum?! And a games forum?

Now Fluffy-Face, I love you, but I'm going to have to remove a limb of yours for that one. :P

D:
Butbutbut the new diary system is lalalala! You wouldn't need to go in those forums.. you could just lurk around and mock people in the Chat Thread with me

Whoops. Off Topic. Ummm I think you can use avatars and sigs in vBulletin, or at least you can on the Nancy Drew official forums. However, you can only choose from a set gallery and you can't post images on the forum or in sigs.
However, the makers of Nancy Drew are so awfully frightened of getting sued that they daren't let anyone post pictures or make their own avatars in case it's inappropriate!

But I'm sure there's an option for it. Or at least I hope so. I like making sigs and avs

Whoops. Still Off Topic XD

Oh and I'm grateful they're asking us for feedback too. 'Tis much appreciated. <3

Pie13062 · 07-09-2007, 11:58 PM

it looks too dark i think it should be bright and colourful

EAUK_Adroit · 08-09-2007, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by bethgampton

Would this 'update' to the forum mean all the threads were deleted?

We are looking at the possibility of bring existing threads over (and archiving them) but they would be read-only unfortunately.

Aaron · 08-09-2007, 04:27 PM

Er.

Looks like a community is going to lose a good chunk of its members after this.

A redesign and move to another forum would be fine, but forcing us all to use one huge forum and then destroying everything the members of this community have worked hard to create is, to me, unacceptable.

What is it? Doesn't EA have enough money saved up for multiple vBulletin licenses?

Insignia · 08-09-2007, 05:17 PM

You won't be using one huge forum. The sub sections for each forum will still be in their places. Direct links to The Sims forums, will still be in place.

We will be reviewing some of the Sub forums shortly and of course, we will discuss that with you all.

Jessie · 08-09-2007, 05:19 PM

what is v bulleton

Ermietrude · 08-09-2007, 05:21 PM

I like PHPBB, i'm used to it now!

I agree with the comments about the background it's far too fussy. I like the style of this one where it's nice and clear and easy to read. Not all users are computer literate but this style makes it nice and clean and pretty easy to navigate around. Plus it's much easier for people like me who have very bad eyesight!

I would also remind about making it resolution friendly for people that use bigger resolutions. That caused a bit of a fuss the last time the forum style was changed.

Aaron · 08-09-2007, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by EAUK_Insignia

You won't be using one huge forum. The sub sections for each forum will still be in their places. Direct links to The Sims forums, will still be in place.

Yes, but all communities are being merged, right? Or is that a misunderstanding?

Insignia · 08-09-2007, 05:28 PM

I think I see what you mean. To be honest, that IS the plan right now but nothing is set in stone.

Before we do that, I will chat with the Product Manager, Claire. I am aware of the issues that might be thrown up if we were to merge.

07-09-2007, 07:28 PM	#26 (permalink)
dtr sim expert Elite Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sheffield, SY. Posts: 8,327 Blog Entries: 2	Vbulletin looks like its going to be good for the forums. The backgrounds too busy, i think the forums need to be abit more bulky - it seems miles away from the top of the page and miles inwards. Maybe a fatter forum is needed, im not sure. Could the 'loading pleasantview' be changed to the sims 2 uk. Please leave the forums in this order! and keep all and create more - such as the much demanded diaries forum return. __________________

07-09-2007, 07:36 PM	#27 (permalink)
The Star Hermit Fleet Commander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sol 3 - Sector 001 Age: 40 Gender: Male Posts: 25,916	The best solution would be to have a background depicting a giant Jaffa Cake. There - problem solved. __________________ Currently Playing: The Sims 3

07-09-2007, 07:37 PM	#28 (permalink)
dtr sim expert Elite Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sheffield, SY. Posts: 8,327 Blog Entries: 2	I dont like the fact that the forum skin suggests the forum is part of the EA forum. __________________

07-09-2007, 07:42 PM	#29 (permalink)
dtr sim expert Elite Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sheffield, SY. Posts: 8,327 Blog Entries: 2	News.. All EA forums getting a revamp. http://forum.eagames.co.uk/viewtopic.php?t=38502 __________________

07-09-2007, 08:06 PM	#34 (permalink)
bunnii0 EA Veteran Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In the corner. On a squishy cushion, surrounded by skittles. Posts: 11,351	I like the idea of a green version of that blue one but with plumbobs and stuffs. __________________

07-09-2007, 08:07 PM	#35 (permalink)
EAUK_Aurora Community Representative Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: UK Gender: Female Posts: 55,605 Blog Entries: 257	I am really very unimpressed with the look of the new skin. There is too much blue and the transparent forum template over the background is so unstriking. Agreeing with Aaron, I would definately say at least some white would help. And the transparency would ideally go in favour of block colour. Sorry to be all down about it. I quite like the other skins for EA forums though. The main EA one and the FIFA ones are really pretty nice. __________________ Aurora Community Representative Electronic Arts View past Signature Showcase entries Currently playing The Sims 3 and Brutal Legend Looking forward to The Sims 3 World Adventures

07-09-2007, 08:10 PM	#36 (permalink)
flid1976 EA Veteran Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: I'm out of my mind, but feel free to leave a message. Posts: 12,603	To be honest I actually like the look of it, it goes with the game now Are we going to be able to use avaters? or will it be like other sites where we cant and please please bring back the diaries forum __________________ SimsMad For Sims 1, 2 & 3. Forums, Stories, downloads, tutorials and much much more You can now upload your own creations to SimsMad My Sims Page

07-09-2007, 08:12 PM	#37 (permalink)
dtr sim expert Elite Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sheffield, SY. Posts: 8,327 Blog Entries: 2	A baby blue and/or a light green background would be nice. Ive decided that the background isn't for me. __________________

07-09-2007, 08:21 PM	#38 (permalink)
Nicospoon Forum Guru Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Scotland! Posts: 2,366	The masses have spoken. I'm glad you asked for our opinion first because there would have been big complains if that one went live! __________________

07-09-2007, 08:31 PM	#40 (permalink)
Nicospoon Forum Guru Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Scotland! Posts: 2,366	But at least they consulted us first. __________________

07-09-2007, 11:58 PM	#43 (permalink)
Pie13062 Forum Guru Join Date: Sep 2007 Age: 16 Gender: Female Posts: 1,703	it looks too dark i think it should be bright and colourful

08-09-2007, 04:27 PM	#45 (permalink)
Aaron EA Veteran Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 27,982	Er. Looks like a community is going to lose a good chunk of its members after this. A redesign and move to another forum would be fine, but forcing us all to use one huge forum and then destroying everything the members of this community have worked hard to create is, to me, unacceptable. What is it? Doesn't EA have enough money saved up for multiple vBulletin licenses?

08-09-2007, 05:17 PM	#46 (permalink)
Insignia Retired Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 611	You won't be using one huge forum. The sub sections for each forum will still be in their places. Direct links to The Sims forums, will still be in place. We will be reviewing some of the Sub forums shortly and of course, we will discuss that with you all.

08-09-2007, 05:19 PM	#47 (permalink)
Jessie Elite Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: At my desk silly Age: 18 Posts: 8,037 Blog Entries: 3	what is v bulleton

08-09-2007, 05:21 PM	#48 (permalink)
Ermietrude Elite Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,233	I like PHPBB, i'm used to it now! I agree with the comments about the background it's far too fussy. I like the style of this one where it's nice and clear and easy to read. Not all users are computer literate but this style makes it nice and clean and pretty easy to navigate around. Plus it's much easier for people like me who have very bad eyesight! I would also remind about making it resolution friendly for people that use bigger resolutions. That caused a bit of a fuss the last time the forum style was changed.

08-09-2007, 05:28 PM	#50 (permalink)
Insignia Retired Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 611	I think I see what you mean. To be honest, that IS the plan right now but nothing is set in stone. Before we do that, I will chat with the Product Manager, Claire. I am aware of the issues that might be thrown up if we were to merge.