LEO
Site Founder
This is the official thread for the future to come PETITION for a 'revived' POTCO.
This thread is for suggestions, opinions and corrections that will lead to the actual Petition.
Ok... So back to the Petition idea. Let me be honest that this is the first time I have had to do something like this.
My friend whom I had asked to write the text has more knowledge on this so she explained to me how it is better if there are two parts in this. One that appeals to the players and than a second appeal which finishes the players concerns(issues), importance of POTCO and solutions along with some beneficary outcomes for Disney if Pirates is indeed 'revived'. They are both send in along with the signatures to wherever this will be sent.
Here is the first draft for the first part of the petition which is the appeal to players to sign it.
So that is the idea as of now.
The one posted above is open for suggestions and corrections.
The plan is to have two parts to be send. This which appeals to the public to get players to sign it. A second part which is not written yet will be added on separately than with the signatures, all together will be sent in to Disney. The second part will include the positives of POTCO for Disney, the importance of POTCO to us players, the need to 'revive' POTCO by fixing the issues, the player concerns and some solutions as well which would be almost like a request for Disney from everyone who signs up.
Now this is open for suggestions. Please share your opinions/suggestions on the writing above and the idea of presenting it to the places it will be presented.
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There will need to be some rules on who and how someone can sign up.
My suggestions are:
If I have One unlimited account, I will post Only my main pirate which would look like:
--Leo - level 50 - Team SvS
If I have one unlimited and one or more basic accounts I can post only my main accounts pirate which would be the same as the one above.
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If I only have a basic account and lets say I was Eric in some guild it would
look something like this.
--Eric - level 14 - Guild name
If I have multiple basic accounts, I would chose only ONE main pirate from all those basic accounts and post the information like the one above
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If My family plays the game as well than each family member represents themselves by posting one main pirate per person.
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This is so it stays fair to Disney so they don't get a list of pirates but rather one per player to represent the actual player or represent a paying account which would be financially better for the game and DIsney.
As far as where to sign up, I still need more suggestions. What I was thinking of was having 'ambassadors' in different places where they are responsible of watching over that area and collect the list of those who sign up. That includes different forums, wiki, Facebook and other fan sites. After collecting the signatures they than gather together to make the full list.
This would then be send directly to DIMG, POTCO development CREW, and to ALL the places POTCO would rise attention.
Please share your opinions. This is an open discussion and everyone should share because this plan is for everyone to enjoy a better game.
This thread is for suggestions, opinions and corrections that will lead to the actual Petition.
Ok... So back to the Petition idea. Let me be honest that this is the first time I have had to do something like this.
My friend whom I had asked to write the text has more knowledge on this so she explained to me how it is better if there are two parts in this. One that appeals to the players and than a second appeal which finishes the players concerns(issues), importance of POTCO and solutions along with some beneficary outcomes for Disney if Pirates is indeed 'revived'. They are both send in along with the signatures to wherever this will be sent.
Here is the first draft for the first part of the petition which is the appeal to players to sign it.
Pirates of the Caribbean Online is almost 5!
The unique environment that the life of a pirate in the Caribbean offers players is unrivalled by any other game. Centred on the hugely popular Pirates of the Caribbean movies we can enact parts of the film or create our own gaming experience in a pirately setting. Once the quests and levels are complete the game is self-perpetuating via PvP and SvS. In essence, as a gaming experience it is ideal.
Over the past 5 years, it has given players untold hours of enjoyment. Many thousands of players have invested their time and money in the game; friendships have been forged, fierce battles have been fought and memories made.
A social community has developed within the game, and, outside of the game -- in support and appreciation -- via fan sites and social networks.
Importantly, the social history of characters and guilds that has developed is one which the dedicated players of Pirates of the Caribbean Online will fight passionately to maintain.
A key part of maintaining that history is maintaining the environment in which we play.
To this end, amidst frustrations with technical issues arising from Pirates of the Caribbean Online, and the increasing draw of other games and experiences, a dedicated collection of players has come together to raise a single and co-ordinated voice for those concerns.
Please put your name to this petition if you too are affected, and would like to see action on the following:
- Server Lag and Delay
Whilst we are aware that each player plays on computers of differing technical specification and accesses the game via varying network speeds, server lag the game itself is a huge concern. Regular maintenance downtime may solve this, it’s a method that’s been used in POTCO in the past, but for some reason this is no longer the case. Dedicated servers for certain activities may also help.
- Bugs and Glitches
Every game has bugs and glitches, but we feel that certain things can be done to rectify problems with bugs and glitches and avoid the inevitable exploitation of them. These include better and longer testing on the test servers, a better report system and –importantly -- acknowledgement that the reports have been received and are being dealt with. This does not have to be a personal response but an updated ‘Known Issues’ section on the website would suffice.
- Hacking (game files or using third party programs)
For some it’s all too tempting to pull a thing apart to see how it works, this is no less the case with POTCO, and as people become more aware of how to manipulate software, and more third-party programmes are made with gaming in mind, our game is increasingly at risk. That said, this is tricky to monitor and we appreciate that, but some acknowledgement from Disney by way of blocking the popular programmes and more effective consequences for those who use hacks is desirable.
- Customer Service
We all have to get in touch with POTCO at some time or another, but lately there is nobody there to take the enquiry. A three day week for Live Chat is not acceptable; we still pay the same subscription as we did when Live Chat was full-time. When we do get through for technical concerns the answers are often generic, pointing to things we have done wrong ourselves, or to some shortfall in our technical specifications. This advice often conflicts with the Pirates Online website advice regarding technical requirements for the game, and can conflict with our computer manufacturer’s advice. Updated technical advice is essential to avoid unnecessary damage to the equipment on which we play and ensure smooth gameplay.
- Content
Once we have quested, levelled and reached the endgames of PvP and SvS we really do depend on our own ability to entertain ourselves within the POTCO environment, but this doesn’t need to be the case. Even though writing new content should be high on the list of priority for Disney to maintain subscriptions, we appreciate that game development takes time – we would all love a higher level cap, new islands and new skills.
That said, more can be done with what’s already in the game: looting could be made more fun by making more rare loot available to higher level pirates giving them the hope that they may get more than Rusty Sabres and Dingy Tops. Ship repair could be something that can be levelled, offering rewards in certain skills. Dedicated servers for player organised events, with Disney support, and a mention in the news section of the website gives a little something back to players for their dedication, while they wait for new content.
These are just some of the concerns and suggestions for possible fixes set out by players, there will undoubtedly be many more suggestions but the issues can only be addressed with the help of Disney.
Remember, all that’s required to support this petition is your pirate name and guild if you have one.
So that is the idea as of now.
The one posted above is open for suggestions and corrections.
The plan is to have two parts to be send. This which appeals to the public to get players to sign it. A second part which is not written yet will be added on separately than with the signatures, all together will be sent in to Disney. The second part will include the positives of POTCO for Disney, the importance of POTCO to us players, the need to 'revive' POTCO by fixing the issues, the player concerns and some solutions as well which would be almost like a request for Disney from everyone who signs up.
Now this is open for suggestions. Please share your opinions/suggestions on the writing above and the idea of presenting it to the places it will be presented.
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There will need to be some rules on who and how someone can sign up.
My suggestions are:
- Each player signs up only ONE pirate signature to represent him/herself unless they have more than one unlimited account where in that case you sign up ONE per unlimited account. So if you pay for multiple accounts, you can post one pirate per paying account.
- Basics and Unlimited accounts can sign up. If you have multiple basic accounts, ONLY chose your main pirate from all those accounts. If you are unlimited, look at the above statement.
- If you are a parent, and have family accounts where your children, partner or other relatives play, you may sign up only the main pirate of each person that plays or in other words, only ONE pirate per each of those different accounts of different people.
If I have One unlimited account, I will post Only my main pirate which would look like:
--Leo - level 50 - Team SvS
If I have one unlimited and one or more basic accounts I can post only my main accounts pirate which would be the same as the one above.
===========================================
If I only have a basic account and lets say I was Eric in some guild it would
look something like this.
--Eric - level 14 - Guild name
If I have multiple basic accounts, I would chose only ONE main pirate from all those basic accounts and post the information like the one above
===========================================
If My family plays the game as well than each family member represents themselves by posting one main pirate per person.
===========================================
This is so it stays fair to Disney so they don't get a list of pirates but rather one per player to represent the actual player or represent a paying account which would be financially better for the game and DIsney.
As far as where to sign up, I still need more suggestions. What I was thinking of was having 'ambassadors' in different places where they are responsible of watching over that area and collect the list of those who sign up. That includes different forums, wiki, Facebook and other fan sites. After collecting the signatures they than gather together to make the full list.
This would then be send directly to DIMG, POTCO development CREW, and to ALL the places POTCO would rise attention.
Please share your opinions. This is an open discussion and everyone should share because this plan is for everyone to enjoy a better game.