Giveaway of the Day Forums

1. 

   No1
   Member

   What's up with both failing to give away a game and also (and this one is the most important part) no notice that it's missing.

   I know that sometimes there has been a problem with the game giveaway to be delayed (for whatever reason) which is (kinda) ok, but when there is not supposed to be a giveaway you might want to consider making a small note about it, just so people know that it's not their browser that is messing up.

   If this keeps up, I will probably just stop checking everyday, the games lately haven't been that good.

   Posted 16 years ago #
2. 

   RunesageMagik
   Member

   A response involving screen doors and avoiding injury to backsides comes to mind.

   Posted 16 years ago #
3. 

   BuBBy
   Teh adnim

   Hi No1. So you joined the forums to tell everyone that? Well Thanks. I guess that's one less complainer around here...

   you might want to consider making a small note about it, just so people know that it's not their browser that is messing up.

   If you checked the forums or the comment sections - it was mentioned several times.

   Posted 16 years ago #
4. 

   No1
   Member

   With responses like that you complain about *my* attitude?

   And you wonder why I just joined the forums?

   And I have checked the forums and the comments, even wrote comments every time I noticed it, but since they never make it past what ever filter you use, I thought there might be a point in posting where people besides the admins could see it...

   But with this attitude why should I bother?

   Posted 16 years ago #
5. 

   BuBBy
   Teh adnim

   But with this attitude why should I bother?

   Nonsense, you have a lovely attitude. I'm sure you will fit in just fine.

   You're far too harsh on yourself.

   Posted 16 years ago #
6. 

   No1
   Member

   I was referring to your attitude (both the previous posters, in case you have trouble understanding my English).

   Posted 16 years ago #
7. 

   LeKanaw
   Member

   Mango Juice, again!!!
   Stop it Bubby ;-)
   Bwhawhawha...
   Bye all, M.

   Posted 16 years ago #
8. 

   Archangel
   Member

   Welcome to the forum No1. We all have attitudes, some good and some bad but isn't that what makes the world an interesting place?

   What BuBBy was referring to (since he's a moderator and is in the know) saw you sign up and make your very first post which was a complaint about no Free game and no notice of it (LOL). Then your next remark the game giveaway to be delayed (for whatever reason) which is (kinda) ok, (LOL you say kinda ok?). There is another one. Now heres the kicker, you state: If this keeps up, I will probably just stop checking everyday, the games lately haven't been that good., which is another complaint about free games that you classify which is another complaint! Then you go as far as your remedy about not checking here everyday.

   Take your own advise or at least read RunesageMagik's post (which I agree with) or come sit on the bench with me awhile and we can talk about the world not revolving just around us and to take whats given for free with a smile and "Thank You".

   Posted 16 years ago #
9. 

   scubaguy (R.I.P.)
   Member

   Hi BuBBy
   Your right about not bothering with the comments page,(a previous post of yours in another forum) nobody seems to get what it's there for, noticed none of the regular members rarely ever post a comment.I no longer bother with comments page and now come directly to the forums,after all this is where all the fun is.
   No1. Welcome to the forums and don't take the remarks so seriously,if you page through you will see that BuBBy,RunesageMagi and Archangel contribute a great deal of info.to this site.Not that they need me to come to their defense,I like yourself, am also new to the forums.
   RunesageMagi shame on you for your comment about swinging doors,LOL! I would have preferred to reply with a softer remark,one with a musical approach such as, let me get my violin out and play a tune for Him.
   Guy's have a great day

   Posted 16 years ago #
10. 

    RunesageMagik
    Member

    "Shame"?? Gollygee, scubadude, to whiners one may offer the small comfort of tiny violins; but to those nice enough to sit down and fill out one of GAOTD's Customer Feedback postcards, it's only neighborly to follow one of Miss Manners' PGT's:
    Be Polite - point to the exit sign;
    Be Gracious - open the door;
    Be downright Thoughtful - warn them about that darned mousetrap-like automatic closer thingie. :-)

    GAOTD's Motto: "We'll keep a light on in the window for ya."

    Posted 16 years ago #
11. 

    2-SHEDS
    Member

    I'd have to agree with No1 here. It's clear by his visit here, there should be a small note or maybe a discussion about the missing GiveAway. If nothing else, solely on the fact that it's inevitable there are going to be mentally challenged peeps who are going to get all confused and lost when they come to a site for their free giveaway and find less than what they had hoped. Let's face it, we all know that not everyone who comes to the site is the brightest crayon in the box.

    A note, a discussion, at least something. Oh wait a minute, there was a discussion. Hmmmm, well how about a big flashy banner that comes to us via a pop-up as soon as we get to GOTD, so those that are too lazy to check out the site and the forums for some information on what's going on, can instantly know. Make it one of those recurring pop-ups that re-appear after you close it, that way the truly intelectually absent peeps won't forget.

    No1, you're going to notice there are peeps ready to pounce on ppl like yourself that need a bit of help finding answers when it seems obvious to some. You'll see more of that in the comment section, than you will here in the forums. Rest assured, There's always help in the forums. So don't take it to heart. GL to YA!

    Posted 16 years ago #
12. 

    RunesageMagik
    Member

    I LIKE THAT! A random act of kindness if ever there was one. I can see it now...

    a) Auto-maximizing pop up windows with animated flashing strobe lights and scrolling text in a garish color - "NO GAOTD OFFER YET!"
    b) Embed sound command in the source code linked to unctuous WAV files that repeat "NOTHING TODAY!" "SORRY!" "NOPE, NOT YET" "TRY AGAIN" "THANKS FOR DROPPING BY" (with background wailing sirens for effect) until you reboot.
    c) Quarter-hourly text message spams to cell phones advising anxious onlookers and passersby the software hasn't yet been uploaded.
    d) Redirects to a FORUMS page sticky carefully composed by BubbyCo in TOS-approved verbiage urging patience, calm and reassurances that all is well, along with Google ads for withdrawal pain counselling.
    e) An EMERGENCY button addicts can push to be transferred immediately to FwF's Game of the Day page, which will now be required to post its own disclaimer whenever FwF oversleeps.

    I've probably overlooked something. Help me out.

    Posted 16 years ago #
13. 

    FreewareFan
    Member

    An EMERGENCY button addicts can push to be transferred immediately to FwF's Game of the Day page, which will now be required to post its own disclaimer whenever FwF oversleeps.

    Crap.... More structure, and you know how I detest structure.... :-)

    Posted 16 years ago #
14. 

    BuBBy
    Teh adnim

    You have overlooked
    1. RSS Feeds (Did you know FeedDemon is completely free?)

    2. Email notifications - GOTD and GGOTD will email you regularly with new giveaways

    3. Comments section - Dozens of people posting comments - "No Giveaway to day, come back soon we miss you"

    4. The Forums. Ask and ye shall receive (and sometimes even receive what you asked for). http://www.giveawayoftheday.com/forums/topic/2327

    5. Telepathic Brain Implant - Coming soon (still in beta testing).

    Posted 16 years ago #
15. 

    RunesageMagik
    Member

    Any Brain Implant would be a welcome GAOTD for some of these posters, Bubby

    Posted 16 years ago #
16. 

    scubaguy (R.I.P.)
    Member

    All are very good ideas and meant with the best intensions, but they do lack the personal touch, that warm and fuzzy feeling.
    I would much prefer a personal messenger sent to my house with updates for those times when not online, incase I’m doing yard work or in the garage.

    Posted 16 years ago #
17. 

    BuBBy
    Teh adnim

    Enough. I think the productive and helpful aspects of this topic have come and gone.

    I've decided to euthanise this topic. Now if everyone would kindly leave the room...

    Posted 16 years ago #

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