WTF? IAM/KLOV database change that needs to change back!!!

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WTF? IAM/KLOV database change that needs to change back!!!

Well, I was presently surprised tonight to see that search function of the database has changed recently, with more than 50 results being allowed (I got 191 for one search) and some other qualifiers that may help in the future.

BUT THEN..... :eek:

I noticed that the game pages no longer show any monitor information. They used to show monitor orientation (horizontal or vertical) and resolution type (standard, medium, or high). This is essential information! Often we get a cab with no monitor, and we look it up to see what type it needs. or perhaps we're trying to do a search on horizontal shooters to add to a convert-a-cab.

I don't know if this is an oversight, or a temporary hiccup during an update, but that info needs to be returned to the game pages!!!!
 
Regarding the search...it should not have given you 191. It should limit in a true search to 150 if you are logged in and 50 if you are not, or something like that.

Regarding the monitor problem... Um... I see now that is happening, I have no idea why... nothing in theory was changed in that part of the site. I'll look at it in the morning. In the future, PM me if something looks broken because I miss a lot of threads.
 
Monitor problem has been fixed. It actually affected a few other data fields too.

Also, for anyone that didn't notice, the quick search box on the home page has been moved into the top menu bar section with a little cleaner look than it had before. Since its on the menu bar it also shows up anytime you are looking at an individual game page, etc... most places except for the directory pages (letter or game type indexes). So if you are on a game page, you can now search for another game without having to click 'home' or 'search' first.
 
Very nice sir. I really like the unlimited search. I hated searching for a game I couldn't remember the title of (or only like 1 word from) and not be able to find it because I was limited to the first alphabetical 50 listings.

The search box availability on game pages is great too. I can't tell you how many times I've been looking at one game, was reminded of another and looked to the top for a search box; only to remember that I have to go back a page to complete my search. Much improved.
 
Monitor problem has been fixed. It actually affected a few other data fields too.

Also, for anyone that didn't notice, the quick search box on the home page has been moved into the top menu bar section with a little cleaner look than it had before. Since its on the menu bar it also shows up anytime you are looking at an individual game page, etc... most places except for the directory pages (letter or game type indexes). So if you are on a game page, you can now search for another game without having to click 'home' or 'search' first.

I indeed noticed that, and I like it a lot!
 
I also hate the fact that there are tons of pictures now that are just emulator screenshots. Sooo lame.
 
i still think they should take out rarity information so all the people out there using it to inflate their prices stop.
 
Hmm... I wonder if that would have any effect? Maybe those stats should only show up if you're logged into vaps. :)

that would work. i think it would have an effect, as a lot of people specifically state that xxx game is rare per this site, and ask more, so i think it would help over time.
 
Woo hoo! Greg fixed the search field on the vaps "my games" page. :)

And the new "here's who are selling the games in your want list" section is awesome!

Thanks Greg!
 
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