Online Multiplayer General Pictures

[Killerkanga]

So I was thinking it would be a cool idea if when you started a multiplayer match online that when it went to the loading screen it showed a picture of everyone you were playing against. I mean to me it'd be awesome to see who im about to take on. I don't exactly see it happening, and it is definitely not necessary by any means, but I do think it would be pretty neat. Whatcha think?

Edit: I think I wasnt exactly detailed enough. I mean REAL pictures of the user, not profile avatars.

[bombspy]

err what?
You mean Avatars, right?

I don't think this is a very important feature but why not...

[Noodlesocks]

They had this for C&C 3 consoles or something didn't they? It's not a feature I would consider important to have though =)

[Killerkanga]

Yeah i stated that it wasnt important. But I mean it would be cool. And I dont exactly mean avatars. I mean like REAL pictures.

[bombspy]

Yeah i stated that it wasnt important. But I mean it would be cool. And I dont exactly mean avatars. I mean like REAL pictures.Hell, no... I don't want to see the rage faces of some teenage boys...

[stephanovich]

I honestly doubt many would want their faces on the screen for others to see.

[Klandri]

Uhm... I agree with Steph here, I'm not too keen on spreading my face all over the world. But I like the idea as long as it's only the avatar you see.

[GammaCobra]

Sorry, I'm too shy to show my face. :rolleyes:

[Commander32]

Lol, I can see it turning into a social site. :P

[Alaskan_Viking]

OMG, I can see it now...introducing Command & Conquer: Friend face

*Wall*

Random old friend: Hi Bob!

Friend from work: Yo bob, see you at the game next week?

Ex Girl friend: BOB YOU LYING *******! HOW COULD YOU CHEAT ON ME WITH MY OWN SISTER?! I HATE YOU!

*Nuclear launch detected"

[Commander32]

Then you got the typical Gamer Girl.

OMG WE GOT A CHICK, b00bs!!!!

Urgh you know what I mean...

Its gonna be lame...

[Reno]

I honestly doubt many would want their faces on the screen for others to see.


Uhm... I agree with Steph here, I'm not too keen on spreading my face all over the world. But I like the idea as long as it's only the avatar you see.

From what I understand, it wouldn't be compulsory. It could be up to the player if they want to take a pic of themselves. Then again, bombspy makes a very good point.

Also Klandi... dude, every time I read your sig. I dunno man, it makes me angry and confused... I wanna break some necks!

[Commander32]

Yeap, its not too important, and yes, this is the internet. It provides us with a sense of anonymity and...safety? Dunno.

@Reno, its Kellogen Isnt it? Yea we all hate that punk...

[acidbrain]

I'm to ugly to show my face...:D

[Elearen]

I think that a showy game intro/outtake is a great idea. Make it a big deal if it's a victory or defeat. Many people love that.

From a moderation standpoint though it is hard to monitor player's avatars/photos for things that aren't supposed to be there. It does get difficult and to protect users EA probably won't do that unless they offer preselected choices. (Units/char cameos etc).

[stephanovich]

From what I understand, it wouldn't be compulsory. It could be up to the player if they want to take a pic of themselves. Then again, bombspy makes a very good point.


Still, if many people wouldn't use it they could spend resources on more important stuff.

[sgfan206]

Faces - NO.

Avatars - YES!!!

THE BEAST SLAYERS HAVE RETURNED!

FLEET COMMAND ONLINE!!!

My avatar's gonna draw fear into the enemy!
MUAHAHAHAHA!!!

[Killerkanga]

Well I would definitely want to upload a picture of my choice. I dont want crappy avatars of EA's choice. I wanna start a clan and we all have similar pictures.
Plus I would most definitely upload a picture of a Kangaroo photoshopped into a Generals uniform.

[Reno]

It might not be so bad. Since it's being developed by BioWare, who knows what kind of customization options we'll get for our avatar.



@Reno, its Kellogen Isnt it? Yea we all hate that punk...

Yes, we do.

[Nerdfish]

No thanks, I'd have to go ask my female friends for photos and they'd all stare at me in stunned silence.

An avatar would be awesome in the other hand.

[Plrsvek]

The loading screen should in my opinion show:

- The entire map itself in the background
- The player names
- The players factions and colors
- Some hints above the loading bar like in WoW or Battlefield 3
- Avatar's (Origin's or the ones ingame)
- OPTIONAL: little list of instructions how to start
- OPTIONAL: option to choose the music you want to hear

Not much else I think, shouldn't be to crowded

[Commander32]

I highly doubt they will just allow us to post pics of our own choosing, remember there are bad eggs who would post some nasty pics.

[sgtmyers88]

OMG, I can see it now...introducing Command & Conquer: Friend face

*Wall*

Random old friend: Hi Bob!

Friend from work: Yo bob, see you at the game next week?

Ex Girl friend: BOB YOU LYING *******! HOW COULD YOU CHEAT ON ME WITH MY OWN SISTER?! I HATE YOU!

*Nuclear launch detected"

ROFLMAO This is the funniest thing I have seen all day!

If we get avatars in-game I will just use my forum avatar or this:

http://www.salem-news.com/stimg/august042010/f-bomb-2.jpg