That's why I'd rather look at comments of an add-on rather than DG rating.
Regarding an add-on: I think textures need improvement.
I have always invited constructive criticism. It is the only way to improve upon what I am doing. However, cyber-anonymity has a very peculiar way of turning cowards brave, and relatively intelligent, caring individuals into bullies. I can assure you, that if this were the "real world", and things had to be said face to face, it would be totally different. The cowards would still be cowards, and the relatively intelligent, caring individuals would be kept in check by hard, cold face to face reality.
Getting feedback on what you do is great when it is done in a positive, constructive manner. But I have seen a couple instances of blatant disregard for a person's feelings, and or creative potential. One case that comes to mind was a while back, where a young man (who I am sure was all excited about Orbiter), decided to upload an add on. The comments that he received were shocking to say the least (luckily the administrators stepped in and put a stop to the slaughter). I couldn't believe that grown men would treat a young boy the way this individual was treated. I can't even remember his "handle", or if he is still active in Orbiter, but if he is not here any more, I can understand why.
Everybody here at Orbiter brings something unique and personal to the table. Not everybody has the expertise to create an AMSO, an XR2, or a Tin Tin , but I am very grateful to those individuals for their great work, and for adding so much realism to the Orbiter experience, but that doesn't mean I don't appreciate the efforts of all of the other individuals who are trying.
Like my work, download it and use it...great. If you don't like it, don't download it, and don't use it...that's fine too, but at least have the cyber-guts to offer some constructive criticism and stop hiding behind your keyboard. You know who I am. I am stevcast. My work (good or bad) is out there for everyone to see and use (or not use), and you can easily contact me with your opinion, and comments. I promise I will listen, and take what ever you have to offer under consideration. But, I don't get intimidated, I don't cater to bullies, and I don't respect cowards.
A "Troll" is just that. A short, ugly, cowardly little creature. A pathetic excuse for a human, and one to be brushed off like a bad joke.
Orbiter is what it is, a great space flight simulator that lets those of us who will never experience what it is like to actually be in space, the opportunity to do so. We owe it to the Orbiter community, but also to Dr. Schweiger who gave this to us FOR FREE to keep the Orbiter experience positive and going forward. I enjoy creating add ons for Orbiter ( even if the meshes are by another author, or someone had to guide me through the animations). the end result is what is worth it, and I will continue to make them, and hopefully keep improving. Will I ever create something as impressive as an AMSO, or XR2? Probably not. But it won't be due to lack of trying, and it certainly won't be due to bullies, cowards or Trolls.
stevcast :thumbup:
