How about we all stop with the snarky comments and calling each other's actions clusterfucks and just focus on the conversation about proper submission / database conventions. We can do so without getting all accusatory and negative with each other. Thank you.
801 2019-07-16 19:14:40
Re: The Great Big OPS2M PAL Clusterfk and Why Jackal is Making it Worse (16 replies, posted in General discussion)
802 2019-07-16 14:55:32
Re: The Great Big OPS2M PAL Clusterfk and Why Jackal is Making it Worse (16 replies, posted in General discussion)
I understand some of the reasoning behind going strictly with what is on a disc - and I also understand that from a quality control / accuracy and ease of consistent submissions standpoint, that does streamline things and make it a bit easier.
However, I'm also inclined to agree with user7 in this instance because there is solid logical reasoning for why naming them the way he suggests is more clear in a way, and better represents what those discs truly are. I am ALL for adding comments and additional details that explain variances and such.
As a user, when I am viewing and using the redump database, I'm looking at a disc and I want the title to tell me truly what the disc is. If the disc is a game called Fire: Pass the Torch [hypothetical game], and the disc has an error that says Fire: Ass the Torch, whereas all of the packaging and everything else is "Pass the Torch" - do we name it "Ass the Torch" in the database because it is literally on the disc, though it truly misrepresents what the game is? I do realize that is a somewhat ludicrous example, but hopefully it illustrates the point.
Another example is this one:
http://redump.org/disc/53248/
The serial listed on the disc is 972227, but it is an error and should be 97227. I believe the 'true' serial for this release is 97227. While the issue is noted in the comments, personally, I think the database should be 97227, as the extra digit one is completely erroneous.
I know it's a difficult balance, because creating exceptions based on unique situations does make this more challenging. But I also think it can provide other value and usefulness as well. Some of things will just have to evaluated on a case by case scenario.
IF you disagree with the above and have strong logical reasons for not doing so - that is completely fair - then please share those thoughts so we can hash it out and come to some finality on the issue and move forward - that would be great!
803 2019-07-01 16:57:26
Re: Audio CD/DVD Video naming (22 replies, posted in General discussion)
F1ReB4LL wrote:
So what happens if a game is released on multiple systems, but the disc's release was just accompanied by a certain system?
Only that certain system should be mentioned, then, if it's somehow tied to only one of the ports.
It looks sloppy as hell and not part of the item's official title.
The region tags, various "(Alt)" and similar tags aren't the parts of the title as well, it's not an argument. The title part ends before the region tag.
I have several promotional DVDs that cover numerous different systems. For example, I have store demonstration DVDs that cover games across 3, 4, sometimes even more systems.
Perhaps the discussion here is more on dvds released WITH certain game releases, I don't know.
Regarding the file-naming, I'm inclined to agree with user7 and Jackal here that the current system does seem to create a really long and sloppy/complicated name. Rather than passive aggressive attacks going both ways, surely we can come up with some solutions here that will please everyone.
804 2019-05-05 00:57:18
Re: New account request (2 replies, posted in Guests & account requests)
Bumpity bump 
Please add Mr. robot
805 2019-04-12 12:53:30
Re: [PS2] Kamen Rider: Seigi no Keifu (仮面ライダー正義の系譜) (5 replies, posted in Guests & account requests)
Kamen Rider ^ added. confirmed details with OP in discord Thanks!
806 2019-04-04 22:43:19
Re: Request to mod PSP forum submissions (8 replies, posted in General discussion)
Agree 100%. He would be a great addition, and currently we don't really have anyone who is the 'point' person or expert on PSP. We need more mods, and as long as the specific individuals are committed and detail-oriented, good people, it is all good.
807 2019-02-09 18:43:44
Re: Nominating sadikyo for Mod to clean up forum submissions (10 replies, posted in General discussion)
RE: aj's comments. I can understand and appreciate where you are coming from. Plus, I understand the importance of giving someone the ability to make modifications/submissions to a database. Consistency and quality control are very important.
I focus on quality over quantity, and if I'm allowed to assist here, I'm not going to change anything that is outside of my comfort zone. Initially, there shouldn't be a problem with errors in submissions because if I don't understand something well, I'm going to educate myself first and become very familiar with the systems.
The nuance and experience of working on thousands of discs is absolutely helpful, but I don't think that should be a reason not to allow someone to help who is able and willing, especially if they understand (and I do) not to mess around with things they don't fully understand.
I'm not necessarily trying to sell myself here - ultimately the powers that be are going to do what they want - but I do want to assure you I don't plan on going in here and making a mess of things.
808 2019-02-09 15:17:26
Re: Nominating sadikyo for Mod to clean up forum submissions (10 replies, posted in General discussion)
I'd like to add here --- I really would like to assist this project in any way that I can. One way that I feel like I can help us, is by assisting with some of the more administrative tasks such as cleaning up already added submissions in the forum, following up on forgotten items, etc.
In addition, I would also be more than willing to learn the ropes regarding adding submissions, and would love to assist there as well if I can. I know that I haven't been in redump very long, but I am very committed to this project and I am very detail-oriented. For me, this is not about control or power or credit - I just know that we are behind with the amount of work needing to be done, and rather than complain about it without offering any help, I would like to put my money where my mouth is, so to speak, and I am willing to do the work.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
809 2019-02-05 14:19:08
Topic: Forum Layout Suggestion (1 replies, posted in General discussion)
Hello!
I know I'm not a mod and therefore don't have to deal with adding dumps or verifications, but I wondered - do you all think it would be easier to track and manage everything if there were either:
* Separate sections for new dumps, vs. verifications
or
* Separate sections for main dump categories based on the team who adds (sony, nintendo, microsoft, other, etc.)
Perhaps you have already explored this before or don't want to complicate things - but I just wondered if maybe having different sections a bit would make it easier for mods to go through and make sure things don't slip through the cracks. I know if I were processing them, having just a few categories as opposed to a huge dump folder, might make it a little easier.
Again, not really my problem, so just an idea to consider.
Thanks as always, to all the mods who are taking the time to process all this stuff!
--sadikyo--
810 2018-10-02 12:55:38
Re: Request for an account (2 replies, posted in Guests & account requests)
Idk if this helps or not but in case it does, this is a friend of mine and I can vouch for him - he has a plextor and wants to help out
811 2018-09-10 13:06:25
Topic: Request for wiki account :) (2 replies, posted in Guests & account requests)
Hello!
I am requesting a wiki account so that I can update purchases as I make them to avoid other people from making unnecessary purchases. I have been adding mostly PS2 demos, and still have some more, as well as several Asia releases.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
Thanks!