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I will admit that I don't keep a "tally" of sorts. But, yes, your estimates are accurate.

Some had suggested in a different post, for LO to at least broadcast a number. (not names) Although a player banned is a player lost, a monthly broadcast as to the number of lost players might provide the remaining players some reassurance, that LO is on "Track", and due diligence is active, concerning 3rd Party apps.

Well, I read the post. And will admit, he did touch upon a few sensattive areas. I hate reading well constructed, articulated "Good Bye" posts. .... cause, he does have a point.

Considering that neither G1 or now, LO, have ever offered any hardware (Monitor/Keyboard/Mouse), to accompany the software service that they provide, that anything outside of the "delivered product".. ie, the "Software Service", that potentially changes the gaming experience, is not intended or provided by the software service publisher. Hence, "outside" of the "delivered product". That's my understanding at least. As far as the OS, whether it is Windows 10, Linux or what have you, is that not the platform for the service to run ? // Check the Minimum & Recommended Requirements. I believe that was a Requirement and did not modify/enhance the "delivered product". I could be wrong. Maybe Windows 10 does provide outside options, other than Resolution....

I could be wrong, but the "delivered product", is the software service ... ie ; APB:R . How one accesses that service is up to them. From the Steam APB store page, the Minimum & Recommended Requirements. It does not mention either a Monitor/Keyboard or Mouse. Nice catch..

I suppose one interpretation from Matt's statement concerning changes to the "delivered product", is that any changes that might be sanctioned, (other than the "Advanced Launcher"), would be available to all, via the in-game menu options. Features that LO would like to add. Anything outside of the "delivered product" is not sanctioned. (with the exception of Voice COMM & Advanced Launcher) So all these questions concerning AHK/Auto-it /Custom Crosshairs / Overlays /Custom Configs.... etc, would be considered outside of the "delivered product". Just my understanding.

I too, would have opted to saved the lasagna. Hope they find a cure for this in short order.

Matt, Very much appreciate the detailed updates that your team has been providing, and the progress your team has made. It shows ... The fact that you had in other posts, articulated Little Orbits immediate objectives; · Performance · Anti-Cheat · Matchmaking Has been a confirmation for many in the playerbase, that your team is committed to; · Player Retention · Fair & Competitive gaming experience · Future Content Just to add a thought; There have been many questions posted related to; · Macros (either software AutoIt/ AutoHotkey or hardware mouse/keyboard) · Overlay Crosshairs · Boderland Shaders (3 different versions I believe) · Different Shaders · Modifiying certain .ini files External changes (outside of the delivered product), to provide, a different experience, other than 3rd party Voice COMM software. As of now, the “Advanced Launcher” is the only non-APB service/product that has been approved by your team. You have made it clear, that there are some “features” that LO would like to incorporate into the APB game, so as ALL, have access (And we are all on the same Playing Field), without the use of any 3rd party products or services to enhance our gaming experience. I look forward to the future changes in the coming year. Regards

Coming from "someone who's been there" , appreciate you providing this input.

+1 And this person get's it. I personally can't be bothered with all of the meta intricacies. I just want to enjoy the few hours a week to "shoot mu gun" and "drive mu car" Have no interest in "gitting gud"

EDIT: Ok , I give up. What is that a symbol of ?

Haha..hey @Revised. My color threat is exactly where it should be. I would say I am an average player at best. Which would be expected considering the limited amount of weekly playtime in game. I thought it was obvious from my "outrageous" comments that started this thread, that I was "puffing" the proverbial chest, but apparently I had touched upon the sensibilities of some. I'm guessing it was the "true Golds (™)" to be exact that failed to see the ridiculousness in my post. A hard lesson for me to be sure. I will practice a bit more civility in any future posts, and not purposely attempt at eliciting negative emotions. Again, I was puffing. Some people do take this game very seriously, more seriously than myself to be sure, so my apologies to anyone that I offended. Myself, I do enjoy the game, but admit I don't take it too seriously. I have already sent a message yesterday to go ahead and lock the thread, I'm sure they will get to it at some point. I will say that there has been some decent perspectives articulated on different play styles... Thank you @Zascha, and yes, the current threat system and matchmaking definitely needs some work. But this thread is really done. EDIT: I am seriously considering changing my avatar. Perhaps something like this.

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Actually, a "true Silver (™)" to be exact. I suppose it was a bit of trolling. As far as the ellipses ... well I like them.

I don't think that was a compliment.

I had requested that the thread be locked, but there is obvious interest for it too survive.

Thank you. It's not easy, unless you live in FC forever.

Agreed. As outrageously obvious that my original post was, I had no idea the level of passion that would come forth to ....errm, set the record straight, as to what a "true Gold (™) " actually meant. Thanks for the clarification. Mods, you can go ahead and lock this thread, as it has obviously served it's purpose.

You're pretty quick. I was fishing, I caught one angry sole...' It happens.. We move on ....

There does seem do be some inconsistencies with forum posts moving/locking and what have you. I opened a recent post under the Forum section to address a recent forum post being moved to Off Topic.... although, the post itself was Game Related .... It's anyone's guess at this point.

I have to confess, I may be going into psychedelic mode. WizYuan Has gone off the grid... Prayers will be accepted at the 1st Baptist Church of the Latter Day Saints on St Augustine and 59th on Sunday. 8:00am PS WizYuan..... You speak bullshoot & nonsense & you expect a reasonable response... Get real ....

Well that was not an admission I expected ... Good for you ... when we see our own fallacies ... Yes ... Golds & Silvers seem to be trash at times.. Sad , but inevitable... We can all strive to improve, perhaps even you ....

Oooohhh .. I see your point ... That you are not as verse as you thought you were. I thought that was obvious .... Well, yes ... I am an exceptional player to be honest .....

This my friends is typical Gold Player mentality. Please take note. The "lack" of experience that you have enumerated ... may be typical of a lower rank player .... perhaps even silver.... But not all.. You have sorely missed this lesson my friend..... Yes ... you too are a scrub ... Played you , killed you ... and so long ... too predictable ... Next ......

Ahh.... good question... Stroking egos.... No Curious .... over the years , have you seen any threads that reference Silvers in a derogatory form ? Meaning ... one who does not play well "must be a Silver" ... Hmmm.... No stroking here on my part. (but always looking for assistance) Are you an angry Gold player ? I have met your kind before ..... They hate when Silvers rule their wasteland ....