BF2S Forums BF2S Contest -- Win A Free Copy of BF2:SF

Chuy, you got some sound ideas here la....and some nasty ones as well.

I, personally donot believe the gifts should be given for any game related stats...too many variables.

(ok everyone rush to [GDC]SinnFein copy/paste there ya go lads..yeah yeah look at the stats, check for paddin, check weapons, maps k/d, times, check it all: i do the same)

No but seriously, I meself have maybe 230~hours ingame, I however truly feel that I love this game tenfold to likes of maxpower for example. I think he's just addicted and actually hates the game. Moral here bein la, time in game has nothing todo w/ deservidness. A m8 of my only can play weekends, he loves it so much he sends his wife to the airport and shopping for the whole 2days. well he has a few scoops too. but anyway.

I could just scan some old photos as I know at least 2 others that could do the same and look the SF part like no one's business w/ vehicles an all. Maybe do this contest for 4 copies...I will not enter.. my m8's well, they have no morals anymore they'll submit em' for a fancy SF copy. ..."copy whore's" add that one.

For the second lot of 5 copy's maybe a limited 1-2000 word story, be it humor, creative etc etc about bf2.\

The las aul wan keep for yourself as You definately deserve it.

See yas in me scope!
Slainte
Sinny

CreepyDeath Clearly you haven't read all the posts b/c he already stated he bought his site ppl the game.


Ne wayz,

I suggest you have a contest based on originality and uniqueness.  Basically it is open to the imagination of the users.  They can dress up in a picture, create humorous comic strips, posters, or even videos.  In the end, you can decide who deserves it the most based on who you thought came up with the best idea or made you laugh the most.  Everyone can participate because it is not specific on one aspect that one individual is a professional in; it doesn’t limit you to something that one person is the best at. 

It's innovative, creative, and most importantly people can have fun with.  You put a time limit on it, lets say a week or the end of thanksgiving, and then you decide who you thought was most exquisite.

CMDR_Dave wrote:

I'd have to go with Schuss on this one.  Lottery may be the only "fair" way.  Unless you want a bunch of whiners posting about because you didn't pick them.  Way to go Schussey (that's your new nick)! 

How about top ten players who have spent the most time in the BF2s server?  If they are regular posters here, then they are aware of your server.  They should be playing there.  I know I do whenever I can. 

I agree about the frequent posters ... but many of us don't play on the bf2s server for reasons already stated... not to mention its always full these days

SodaBob wrote:

DogGunn wrote:

What about selecting 10 people from random.
(Only from the people who have donated of course)
You already have their email address, this also means people will donate money to get a chance at winning?

I believe there are laws against "purchase necessary" contests.  In other words, if he opens the contest only to members, he may be violating some stupid law (I personally think that you should be able to restrict the contest only to those who have donated - and that's coming from someone who has not done so).  Not sure about this, though, as I'm no lawyer, but there's a reason why you always see "no purchase necessary" on all contests.

That said, I think a simple lottery with no contest would be easiest, on you and everyone else.  It would also give anyone here a chance to win, whether or not they had artistic/technical skills, game skills, time to participate in a tournament, etc.

Bob.

Mainly if you set the contest towards a comic or picture concept then you unbalance the community in chance.
Someone as a standup comic or artist will have a better chance at winning than someone who has had no experience in either of those.

I'm going to agree with Bob.
It may not be as much fun as the other ideas but everyone would have an equal chance at winning.
Pulling a name out of a hat seems like the best way.

I'm not doing this because I'm not a donator.  I just don't want BF2S to get sued or something.
Technically I believe it's illegal to have donators only be eligible to win.

EDIT: Might want to take a look at these:
http://www.loeb.com/CM/Alerts/alerts121.asp
http://www.loeb.com/CM/Alerts/Alerts181.asp

It's about the "no purchase necessary" Law.

Last edited by Icleos (2005-11-14 09:29:45)

Chuy, you take a screen shot in game.  Then the contest would be to create a short story that leads up to the point pictured.

Now the only skill required is creativity, and from what I have seen around here......there is alot of that.

What a can of worms...LOL! 

I think the context should be about something that everyone can do (no "best stats", best picture (cause of the guys with photoshop) etc)

I'll say

- quiz on BF2 (how many points earned for this action, how many heal points to get this medal, or this badge)

- funny screenshots contest, but don't whine about graphic settings !

Maybe we should do a combo lottery (x4), a triathalon/race on the bf2s server (x3), and an online quiz (x3)...this would allow for skill in combat, knowledge about the game, and a reward to those who post here. The lottery should only involve people who post here often, the triathalon on a certain date (i.e. Saturday or Sunday, maybe accounting for time difference), and the quiz should be the top three scorers in a timed quiz (you pick a date Chuy).

There probably should be some kind of contest to get into the triathalon (i.e. stats--no padders allowed) or maybe a funny screenshot thing

Last edited by fikraag7 (2005-11-14 10:21:07)

Agree with all your posts about the time zones difference or the different ping etc. , ye that would be a problem.. However as the worst case scenario could be that your just make a tournament for Europe , America etc. separately and then from each continent 2 best players win the game . And of course there can be another way just to give them out randomly , for example to me , I'd have nothing against it . Nobody would.

CMDR_Dave wrote:

Chuy should just make a poll now that it's an option on the site...that would get a consensus going.  He can decide from there.  We know he'll make the right choice(s). 

As long as it isn't trade/knowledge specific.
'theme song' and 'quizzes' are ridiculous, you're alienating half the population by being too specific in the criteria.

chuyskywalker wrote:

I bought the mods and admins a copy already The give away contest is for the users.

Hehe; as always, your one step ahead of the rest...

Well if you want community to get the prises, why not have 2 contests. One to LMAO and one to be helpful in near future...

A funny pick story contest in a certain theme (3 x)
and
A practical map / vehicle guide with picks and description on how to's... (7 x)

The latter you can use the expand UBAR... (I know people are working on those, but the more input the better?)

Cheers,
R

I really like the idea of dressing up, sounds like it'll be something we'll be dying from laughter.

I've already got laods of different scenarios which would be fantastic, although a short 30 second moive might be better.