Is it just me? Am I the only one?

Place aint the same no more...its missing some the regulars and theres not much to laugh about anymore...everyones so bloody serious all the time.

I think Ill get off the forum roundabout soon and just be happy with playing me own game...that should make some here very happy indeed ^
I personally hope you don't disappear from the forum, i like seeing your posts (look at me getting sentimental about people i don't even know lol).
I think the numerous thargoid threads are to be expected, it's the in thing, i'm trying not to speculate too much, i'd rather wait until they are in game, i'm sure the threads will pass after that, and i'm hoping we are all posting in super hyped threads about atmospheric landings, gas giant gameplay and walking around ships......this time next year maybe.
 
Is it just me? Am I the only one?

Im just not getting this alien vibe at all. Its not a simple case of lacking some enthusiasm...I literally dont "get it" at all.

It's unlikely to be just you, but I suspect you're in a tiny minority for two reasons:

1. Elite Dangerous is a space game. Flying around the Universe is always going to be made more exciting with aliens.

2. The 1984 version had them, and they could be challenging to beat. I'm sure a lot of the 1984 crew are extremely interested in the 2017 version of Thargoids.

I'm not sure what you don't "get". That there might be aliens in a space game? That they are called Thargoids? That they are only appearing in the game now? Finding threads in the forums about game-related stuff really shouldn't be a surprise to you....
 

verminstar

Banned
I personally hope you don't disappear from the forum, i like seeing your posts (look at me getting sentimental about people i don't even know lol).
I think the numerous thargoid threads are to be expected, it's the in thing, i'm trying not to speculate too much, i'd rather wait until they are in game, i'm sure the threads will pass after that, and i'm hoping we are all posting in super hyped threads about atmospheric landings, gas giant gameplay and walking around ships......this time next year maybe.

Maybe...and Ill never leave the forums entirely so long as I have any interest in the game or the mods perma ban me...in which case one has more than one account, but however...

Hmm ye ok, Ill back off and leave them alone entirely...maybe this time next year, Ill be excited too ^
 
OP is right. FD have no skill whatsoever to introduce these things in game. The fact that you have to follow a forum, a discord server, a site or any source outside the game to find out how to participate for something in game is simply ridiculous. That is the main reason that all these things only happen for those who just follow elite 24/7.

It is sad what thinking what this game could really be with some slight improvements.
 
FD are gonna drip-feed this new alien chapter on the lowest possible setting to get absolute maximum bang for their drop so if you are already getting bored with it now then I'm afraid we'll be witnessing you attempting to lobotomise yourself with a blunt wooden spoon a year from now.......

Not pretty.
 
FD are gonna drip-feed this new alien chapter on the lowest possible setting to get absolute maximum bang for their drop so if you are already getting bored with it now then I'm afraid we'll be witnessing you attempting to lobotomise yourself with a blunt wooden spoon a year from now.......

Not pretty.

They could drip feed this in-game, instead of having people check forums. That is simply an awful approach and it will certainly not allow their fanbase to explore and experience all these new things. If they feel that only a fraction of people is ok to experience all this, then it's fine by me.
 
They could drip feed this in-game, instead of having people check forums. That is simply an awful approach and it will certainly not allow their fanbase to explore and experience all these new things......

I wholeheartedly agree.

I'm sure they cannot. The coding design is probably just too simple to cater for such intricacies. Easier just to release a trailer/galnet article, wait for users to throttle 3rd party software to decode clues, flip a switch and voila, another drop.
 
I have no issue with ppl being excited, even over zealous.
What I'm having a hard time with all the complaining and expecting/demanding a more "hold your hand" type of game.

The things that are landing in the bug report forum sre downright offensive to any level headed person.
My favorite bring the guy complaining that alien door don't stay open for him after he leaves and wants to come back in.
I'm guessing this guy forgets his keys a lot in real life.

That is what I can't take.
Ppl having fun. ..... carry on
 
Place aint the same no more...its missing some the regulars and theres not much to laugh about anymore...everyones so bloody serious all the time.

I think Ill get off the forum roundabout soon and just be happy with playing me own game...that should make some here very happy indeed ^

Oh no you don't... You're not leaving me here with the mods... Please... Don't go... Seriously though I do agree with you to a degree so I'll make you a deal. You stick around and I'll not mention 'them' in any more of my threads? Deal?... Are you still there?
 

Jenner

I wish I was English like my hero Tj.
Maybe...and Ill never leave the forums entirely so long as I have any interest in the game or the mods perma ban me...in which case one has more than one account, but however...

Hmm ye ok, Ill back off and leave them alone entirely...maybe this time next year, Ill be excited too ^

Actually the forum rule is one account per user. Just a little FYI. :)
 
Cant so much as take a leisurely stroll through the forums nowadays without tripping over some thargoid related thread...so much so that fer the first time in a long time, the forums have stopped being more fun than playing the game itself.

Interesting question, as usual Verminstar : Yeah, I have to admit, this is kinda annoying. :)

As for me, I try to ignore the hype of the day and work on old stuff I wanted to do ages ago (right now, the ruins mission given by Ram Tah, with excel sheets, Voice Attack recordings etc. etc. => Geekus Maximus mode on). And some booze to forget that the whole thing is entirely available on the webz, deciphered by our beloved CANNON maniacs ;-). I also intend to spend a lot of time on Elite Dangerous: Premonition.

To make a long story short, I wait for some bugs ironing + hype slowdown, then I'll try to see what there is to do with the Thargoids pre-2.4.

To be fair with FD though, I'd just say that (so far) the community seems pleased with this new 'thing', so I won't rain on the collective parade. TBH, I think that this event / puzzle / whatever is much better than the previous ones : it seems FD is starting to understand that they NEED to include more than 3 players in what seems to be their obsession : one shot puzzles.

Furthermore, the Thargoids were indeed something we knew was coming from KS days so I cannot really complain, even if they are fairly low on my priorities list...

TL/DR : *shrug* it will pass, it always does. :)
 
Cant so much as take a leisurely stroll through the forums nowadays without tripping over some thargoid related thread...so much so that fer the first time in a long time, the forums have stopped being more fun than playing the game itself.

Maybe its just me or maybe I got too bitter over past slaps in the face...but Im just not getting this alien vibe at all. Its not a simple case of lacking some enthusiasm...I literally dont "get it" at all.

Im not being salty, just curious if its just me or if its more than just me...? In so much that Im doing my utmost to ignore and avoid the area, I am somewhat curious...can I avoid them entirely or will I be forced to deal with them eventually?

You... you... YOU MONSTER!

I dunno, I quite like all the alien stuff.
 

verminstar

Banned
Oh no you don't... You're not leaving me here with the mods... Please... Don't go... Seriously though I do agree with you to a degree so I'll make you a deal. You stick around and I'll not mention 'them' in any more of my threads? Deal?... Are you still there?

Think I went all gooey reading that...quitting entirely? Me? The mods can live in hope but no, not quitting entirely just backing off. When ye think about it, there's really not much else to discuss right now and it's hard to type and jump at the same time...(on the road to jacques as we speak)

Its you I'd hate to see less of bran...yer weekend bits are an institution here...when those vanish them I'll know this games in trouble. I'm just some dumb troll that does a little wax lyrical from time to time, anyone with half a brain could run argumentative rings around me which is why I stay out of most threads and just follow maybe all of half a dozen threads in total.

If in doubt, see how dumb I was admitting I have not one, but 3 accounts which Jenner has so kindly pointed out is against the rules. Only a matter of time before I literally get meself kicked out anyway...two share the same name and don't count technically. I have issues with authority in case ye hadn't guessed ^
 
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I like that the alien element is populating the galaxy. It all adds to the Elite world and most definitely enriches the game as a whole.

Its also good that this is a multi faceted game to suit many Cmdrs preferences. I'm not massively intrigued by the thargiods personally, and find myself more of an 'observer' than a hands on 'figure out the mystery' person. That said, who knows where this will all lead for us bubble dwellers in the future. Interesting times ahead...
Oh yes, regarding the over bearing forum posts. There is an ignore function for those threads. :D

Flimley
 
Ah gee thanks Verminstar but the weekend thread is made by the posters who give us all an idea of different things any of us could attempt. Its my not to subtle way of defeating those who think the entire game is a grind.

Jenner... These are not the accounts you are looking for!
 

verminstar

Banned
Ah gee thanks Verminstar but the weekend thread is made by the posters who give us all an idea of different things any of us could attempt. Its my not to subtle way of defeating those who think the entire game is a grind.

Jenner... These are not the accounts you are looking for!

Ye think it would have the same appeal if anyone else but you made the weekend bit? Dont run yerself down bran...call one of us and we can do it for ye ^

Oh and jenner...please dont hunt my daughters account down...took me long enough getting her here as it was. Even though shes not using it right now, but she will...eventually. I promise to stop using it ok? (Im actually bricking it now)
 
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