Solutions to Map Reviewing Issue

I agree with that.

Imo though, trying to go for a perfect system won't work, because there isn't one.

We don't need a perfect system, we just need a better one than the one that exists now. And this might just be it.

So basically a yes/no system for everyone to vote anonymously?

Originally Posted by Ralle

So basically a yes/no system for everyone to vote anonymously?

Originally Posted by Ash

I propose that we give the users the option to 'review' or 'criticise' maps, in order to help moderators out with their day to day work. One moderator review is equal to two mini-mod reviews, which is in turn equal to 5 user reviews. If the map gains the required amount of reviews that vote for approval, then it is approved by a moderator.

If the map has 5 votes for approval, but 1 vote for rejection, then one vote is negated for approval, thus the map only has 4 votes for approval, and so on and so forth.

Each vote for approval must be accompanied by a review that provides, in sufficient detail, critique of the map in question. This can be in the form of a full, well written review, or -- I'm not a fan of this one -- the '+ and - system'. If it isn't, then we can introduce the option of neg rep, or, if it goes on for long enough, possibly even an infraction.

We also agree that it'd be good to reward users for reviewing maps, this would keep their interest in the site, and promote healthy usage of it. However, we haven't quite decided on what we would be able to give them, as giving rep would only lead to bad submissions and the turning of the map section into a quasi-terrain department.

With regards to the 'rewards', we've discussed and came to the conclusion that the system should be like that of 'Newgrounds'' system. That is, something like this:

Originally Posted by newgrounds

Q: What is a level? What is it based on? What is it good for?

A: A level is a number (between 1 through 60, inclusive) along with an icon of a fist, glove, or weapon for a user based on that user's experience. Levels 1 through 8 are static in that their level requirements and range remain fixed; each is 50 experience points apart. Levels 9 through 60 expand to even out the experience point differential between those levels. Because they change, their requirements and range cannot be accurately given. Levels serve no purpose except to increase the voting power in the Flash Portal and to indicate amount of experience. For this reason a higher level often commands a certain amount of respect.

Q: What are experience points?

A: Much like a traditional role playing game, registered users may acquire experience points and gain levels resulting in higher status.

The best reason to gain experience points is added weight to your votes. Users with an abundance of points will have the strength of multiple voters, meaning they can hurt the movies they hate and help the movies they love. We make the assumption that anyone who visits the site daily will have a better idea of what good content is, so frequent visitors have more influence over the rankings. Remember, you must be logged in for your voting power to be augmented!

Experience points also unlock secrets, which can be accessed from your Account Options page after you log in.
Q: How do I acquire experience points?

A: There are several ways to gain points:

* Every day (by Eastern Standard Time), you may vote on at least five Flash Portal submissions to deposit ten experience points. Voting on more than five in a single day does not give you additional experience points.
* When creating a Grounds Gold user account a user can earn a few extra points by signing up for mailing lists and creating a public profile.

We also discussed that gaining extra 'levels' or 'ranks' would be useless, unless it gave you some extra things. Turn your head back to newgrounds:

Originally Posted by newgrounds

Q: How does one receive 'Blam' or 'Protection' points?

A: Blam and Protection points are earned by voting on a movie or game that is "under judgment" (submissions marked as such in the Flash Portal). If a user votes a 0-1 on a movie and it is subsequently deleted (see deletion qualifications below), the user receives one Blam point. Conversely, when a user votes 2-5 on a movie that successfully passes the judgment phase then that user receives a protection point.

Movies are deleted if they fall below the listed score at the listed number of votes:

* 100 votes: 1.0
* 150 votes: 1.25
* 200 votes: 1.60

Q: What are these extra points good for?

A: Blam and Protection points increase a user's voting power (which otherwise would be strictly based upon experience). The increase is a percentage bonus based on the user's level. For information on the Blam/Protect levels, including rank names, badge pictures, and associated voting percentage bonus, view the complete list of ranks.

Q: What is an aura? What does it do? How is it determined?

A: An aura is a self-selected indication of a user's voting disposition. It was originally determined by one's voting habits but this is no longer the case. A user may select or alter his aura in his general configuration.