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N4G V2 Beta Testing Round Two

Looks like we gave many of you a big scare when you tried the new site. We are rolling out this update in several stages and we wanted to first test for bugs and a new front page also. In this update we are testing the new customization feature. With mobile, tablets, and the big range of screen resolutions there is no longer a “one size fits all” layout. So we are adding a wide range of options (including the much loved list view). To do this click on the CUSTOMIZE menu right under submit.

We have added some signs to the stories when viewed in Featured mode. This should make it easier to understand what is going on. The idea behind it is that stories that gain momentum will be able to build on it and be visible more quickly. On today’s site many stories that would have become hot are pushed off the front page before they are able to get traction. You can of course set it to latest if you don't like this algo. As always feedback is much appreciated. Thanks!

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Hoffmann3733d ago ShowReplies(1)
shatens3733d ago

btw. I love "dark mode" <3

Eonjay3733d ago

Same here. The white layout was just horrible.

Kayant3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

Yep and List view is back!!. I think I will actually use this beta for a bit.

Why o why3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

Nice. Now my misses wont know im on that gaming site again

Palitera3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

The Windows 8 interface and its breed make anything worse.
Dark and list/link are a must. You know... Some of us still know how and actually like to read.

BTW, what if the quality tabs had any meaning? Huh?

Okay, I'm dreaming. Lack of quality and content (clickbait) is what drives the site.

crazyclown3733d ago

Much better than the previous beta, I prefer dark theme white is plain. The reply box when typing is a little too dark (text)

NSANiTY3733d ago

@shatens: Yeah, dark mode is looking pretty nice. Would be pretty cool to have some further customization options, but either way, not bad at all.

@Kayant: Yeah, was missing list mode on the last beta test (or maybe I just didn't see where to set it). I think list mode should be the default. I think it looks better than the default view, myself.

miyamoto3733d ago

No more unwanted data guzzling gifs, videos, ads nonsense in the background. Yay!

Th3o3732d ago

Dark mode is much better looking but I find that white is easier to read....so really I'm stuck haha

Silver_Faux3732d ago

Loving the black mode as well. Helps in not blinding me when I wake up for my daily read first thing in the morning haha.

specialguest3732d ago

I like the option for the list view. However, it is choppy as hell on my LG G4 phone while using the Dolphin browser. On the chrome browser its a little better, but I'm not switching to the subpar chrome browser just for 1 website. The current N4G layout works flawlessly, so I hope this issue gets smooth out on the final version.

Alexander1Nevermind3732d ago

So much better. I also love the dark mode. and the ability to customize the features of the page layout

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WildArmed3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

Right?

I'm personally a big fan of the "link" layout.

LordMaim3733d ago

Agreed. Much better now that you can use the list mode, and customize the layout a bit. With some of the other changes, it looks like it will work out really well.

RedDevils3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

Gotta say I was really piss with the previous beta, but this one did a 180 on me and I love this new look and customization "options" as it allow the users to decide what look they want to when they're view the site :D

Timesplitter143733d ago

List mode + Dark mode should be the new default. It's really great

camel_toad3733d ago

Yep I'm defnitely warming up to it and the customizations are nice.

MoveTheGlow3732d ago

Agreed! Far better than Beta 1, too. Great job responding to feedback, guys!

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Malokii3733d ago

Great work, this is a big improvement from last update, waiting for final version.

SegaGamer3733d ago

It's definitely better, i think the comment section needs a bit of improvement though. I think they could do with shrinking it a bit.

HammadTheBeast3733d ago

Yeah, I agree, I can only view 4 comments at a time before needing to scroll down. Maybe shrink the comment windows a bit?

TheBrit3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

I have ad-block on for a reason - telling me 'turn off adblock asshole' when i log into y our site makes me say 'go *** yourself there are other game sites out there I can read instead of this one'

razorpakk3733d ago

I have no idea how addressing their users as "assholes" can be productive.

TheBrit3733d ago

I do not see how either. A simple message stating that I might be missing something by having ad-block turned on would suffice but calling readers assholes is not acceptable.

konorbeatz3733d ago

Yeah I'm in no rush now to try out the beta or turn off adblock after that little occurrence. Maybe a nicer message wouldn't hurt?

SpringHeeledJack3733d ago

Il stop using ad block the day they ban sites like VG chartz and polygon. They was quick enough to ban pro PlayStation Hip hop gamer.

RedDevils3733d ago

If adblock can ban hip hop gamer it all good to me lmao

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Hoffmann3733d ago

There are more and more websites using anti ad block codes though. In the long run this will only lead to good content by paid writers behind pay-walls. Don't laugh but even youtube will use an anti ad-block system soon (2016).

-Foxtrot3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

LOL

I was just going to say the same thing

"Turn off adblack asshole"

"Well go f*** yourself I'll stick to the original site"

EDIT

Did they just mark down our bubbles for pointing this out...AGAIN

Jesus

Hoffmann3733d ago

Welcome in the club of 6 bubble members while a ton of people that are trolling and really using immature language have 10.

RedDevils3733d ago

Is there even bubbles anymore? lol

-Foxtrot3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

@RedDevils

Well there is here but not over there

I'd rather keep them here because we don't know how long away the new site will be still. Just to make sure

EDIT

I've just realised auto correct on my phone turned adblock to adblack in my comment above LOL

What the hell is a adblack, that's like the racist version. Kind of like when you want to say f****** but your phone turns it to ducking...what does that even mean, why would I ever say ducking.

Christopher3733d ago

The original comment got marked down for using the f-word, not that one. I've updated it so it didn't need marking and informed the user.

*continues to wear egg on his face*

SlightlyRetarted3732d ago

@Christopher

I've wondered why this site has such tight rules about swearing? I understand that it should be punished if used in vain or often. But swear words used correctly have comedic value etc. in them.

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TheBurger293733d ago

Its starting to piss me off a bit.

MasterCornholio3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

There are much better ways to say that.

For example

"Please turn off adblock since our sponsors are paying us to display ads on our site. Without that income we cant maintain the site as well as we do. Thank you for taking the time to read this and hopefully you will help us by turning off ad block"

I know its super long but you get the idea of how it should be.

chandamon3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

go check again and see if you are called an arsehole again? :) Come on, it's just a bit of humour. Are you really offended by this your highness? (And this is a careless mistake as they had clarified it)

And everyone turns on their adblock for a reason, of course. But you can choose some sites to opt out adblock as well. A lot of websites rely on the income from the ads to survive. Or how can they provide you any service?

Pintheshadows3733d ago

Even porn sites ask like that. Not that I would know. -_-

Metallox3733d ago

@chandamon

"Come on, it's just a bit of humour. Are you really offended by this your highness?"

You are joking, right?

WeAreLegion3732d ago

It really is just a joke. Why is everyone freaking out? Pretty funny to me.

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Christopher3733d ago

If you're getting this message, please shoot me a screenshot via PM. I'll address it with the devs immediately.

Tehcnala3733d ago

That is hilarious! I wouldn't even be mad

Dusty3733d ago

Looks like some old test code made it into the beta, so that some of you using ad block were greeted in a VERY inappropriate manner. This was of course not meant to be a new "feature" so we apologize for that.

Pintheshadows3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

It's okay Dusty. I am an asshole.

Or arsehole to use the correct spelling.

See, I told you so.

Concertoine3733d ago

I have adblock on, I don't see what you mean

Metallox3733d ago

It was removed shortly after the publication of this piece, but it was there.

WildArmed3733d ago (Edited 3733d ago )

Not all adblock plugins revealed the message.

kaozgamer3733d ago

Maybe change your ad block extension? I'm using uBlock and I'n not getting any messages like that.

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Eonjay3733d ago

Okay I like the fact that I can use the customize button to switch back to list mode. Thank god for that.

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Blizzard Wants Faster Diablo Releases and More Expansions

Blizzard reveals plans to speed up Diablo releases with more frequent expansions and updates as the franchise moves toward a live-service future.

QuantumMechanic8h ago

All I want is a physical disc release of remastered D2 that doesn't require online check-ins.

VonAlbrecht8h ago

Ah, more and fast - the antithesis of careful and good

Christopher4h ago(Edited 4h ago)

I've lost complete interest. Too much FOMO with seasons as it is, now it's expansions? No thanks.

Michiel198928m ago

what fomo? everything gets reset each season and you start new characters unless you're playing on the regular servers and then you're already maxxed anway and just need to participate in the new season stuff.

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The 2.5D roguelike beat-em-up, ‘Mexican Ninja’, is coming to PC and consoles in 2026

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He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Dragon Pearl of Destruction Releasing This April 2026

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Dragon Pearl of Destruction gets an April 2026 release for all major consoles and PC in April 2026.

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darthv721d 7h ago

This looks so good. I'd love to see someone do a thundercats game next.

SimpleDad17h ago

Ahhh nostalgia is killing me with this one... Day one for sure.

MrDead13h ago

I said "hey, what's going on?"

Agent7511h ago

This and all the other great cartoons. Mask, Defenders of the Earth, Thundercats and Battle of the Planets.