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How to separate children from adults in this game

I have been playing this game since 13th of January and based on my observations since then I would like to suggest that some way be invented of separating children from adults in this game. In my coop we are all adults and we like to chat a lot, about any subject that comes to mind. And we would like it to stay this way and not be exposed to children's tantrums. We have no ambition of being a family or training coop, I am sure that there are some excellent ones there, but that's not what we want to be. We try to vet the potential members by asking their age when they apply to join our coop, but perhaps something else could be done. How about asking new players their DOB and based on that somehow only allowing adults to apply and join the adult coops? I wonder what the other adult players think about it and whether they have perhaps some better ideas?

Thank you all for reading this! ;)
Post edited by elunia13 (GB1) on

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  • rie222rie222 Posts: 1,074
    edited 19.02.2014
    I kinda find it rude to ask the age of players. I feel like i am intruding. Some people don't mind telling me their age. I think others do. So what I do is when people enter our coop I request that they tell me if they are under 21. So this doesn't offend anyone and for anyone who doesn't want to share that personal information it stays private. I also can keep the kids that come into our coop safer.
  • ArtmakerArtmaker Posts: 415
    edited 19.02.2014
    I'd find it rude to ask too. And these games are designed to be "family friendly." I never saw any rules about being "adult." Of course adding cash to the game would require an adult, but that's about all.

    As for chatting, I have to point out that not all adults act like adults. And I've known some kids who are very advanced for their age. I'd put it to you, treat everyone as an individual. Get to know your group and you'll have a good idea of what is appropriate for them. And just to be safe, watch the language.
    Not just cuss words, but discussions too. If you wouldn't talk about it in front of a kid, it probably shouldn't be on a game chat either. There are always private messages.
  • rhon (GB1)rhon (GB1) GB1 Posts: 1,542
    edited 19.02.2014
    And who is to say they tell the truth about their age? In fact I would be more worried about adults pretending to be children. It has previously been suggested there should be co-ops that are for children only, but this would encourage the weirdos to sign up with false ages to actually prey on the real youngsters

    The schools here teach the children to lie about their age, if they are ever asked for it by someone on the internet. And then get out of there very fast
  • stacy40 (US1)stacy40 (US1) US1 Posts: 62
    edited 19.02.2014
    My co-op has dealt with several children and find them to be a pain. They talk too much and get upset if you don't answer back quickly. They often lie about their age when asked. Our youngest in co-op is 19 and he is great and respectful player unlike the others that have been in my co-op.
  • jaystarr2jaystarr2 Posts: 1,657
    edited 19.02.2014
    I know sometimes the mods around here have also edited people's posts when they post things like their age and whatnot. There are safety reasons for why we ought not to ask for people's ages. Sometimes they just offer that information, though. :P I can't imagine that it'd be appropriate to ask people how old they are right off the bat and then judge their suitability for a co-op based on that, anyway. There are some really, really borked and maladjusted adults around here, as well as some awesome kids, and their age isn't necessarily going to give you a good indicator of their suitability for your co-op.
  • ezio auditore3ezio auditore3 Posts: 2,399
    edited 19.02.2014
    Yes there are a lot of awesome kids/teens here!(Me :D) For example, I can be qualified to be a therapist with the things I know :D
  • jaystarr2jaystarr2 Posts: 1,657
    edited 19.02.2014
    Haha, actually Ezio, you were one of the awesome kids I was thinking of, that I wouldn't want to disqualify on the basis of age from my co-op ;)
  • ezio auditore3ezio auditore3 Posts: 2,399
    edited 19.02.2014
    Oh, I'm honored! :D Thanks Jay :)
  • KingTuT (INT1)KingTuT (INT1) Posts: 49
    edited 19.02.2014
    elunia13 wrote: »
    I have been playing this game since 13th of January and based on my observations since then I would like to suggest that some way be invented of separating children from adults in this game. In my coop we are all adults and we like to chat a lot, about any subject that comes to mind. And we would like it to stay this way and not be exposed to children's tantrums. We have no ambition of being a family or training coop, I am sure that there are some excellent ones there, but that's not what we want to be. We try to vet the potential members by asking their age when they apply to join our coop, but perhaps something else could be done. How about asking new players their DOB and based on that somehow only allowing adults to apply and join the adult coops? I wonder what the other adult players think about it and whether they have perhaps some better ideas?

    Thank you all for reading this! ;)


    As with most of everyday life it is incumbent upon the "adults" to monitor themselves. We cannot expect GGS to protect us from "children". In reality, today's children (assuming preteen, teens to 18) are usually more adept at the computer than many adults. There cannot be many topics which would be discussed on a chat that cannot be see on TV, movies, other sites, and out in the "real world". If you feel that you are being restricted about what you can say, try opening a window to another browser for your "adult" conversations.

    Being a middle aged college student, I attend school with many "adults" whom do not know how to conduct themselves in public, much less on an anonymous site. Profanity is rampant and seems to have become a part of their everyday speech. Sexual activities and innuendos abound though out their conversations. Excessive drinking and casual drug use are also publicly discussed and almost bragged about. Indeed, I have found myself actually speak up and tell these "youngsters" that there are ladies present and they should watch the profane things spewing out of their mouths, only the "ladies" are nearly as bad.
  • rie222rie222 Posts: 1,074
    edited 19.02.2014
    I personally love having kids in our coop! I think they are awesome!
  • elunia13 (GB1)elunia13 (GB1) Posts: 162
    edited 28.02.2014
    Thank you all for your valuable comments, some of them were really illuminating. :)Unfortunately, I haven't had much time recently to reply, but here I am!

    So, I guess, my conclusion is: to carry on cringing, but asking the age of the applicants. Yes, I know it's kind of rude and I don't like doing it, hence this thread. But I honestly think we, adults, should not have the burden of dealing with the children if we don't want to do it. Yes, it is an innocent strategy game without shooting, bloodshed, car chasing and semi-naked bodies and that's why I love it, but that doesn't make it children's game. Let's be realistic, GGS are not charity organisation, they expect a return, a decent income, and children don't have the buying power. So, once again, it is an innocent game, but that doesn't mean that the adults and children have to play together. I thought what I proposed would actually help to keep children safe in some small way, because in age-mixed company there is always a risk of some creep hanging around. As to the topics of conversations, to me "adult" doesn't mean only abuse of alcohol and drugs, sex, or swearing, there is also a nasty divorce, a mental illness, death, etc. Although our coop is only one month old (our birthday is today, actually! :D), we are fast becoming friends and we want to talk. So I am happy to hear that these days children are thought to run if asked about their age, as I have every intention of using this tactics if there is nothing else that I can do. Our one and only experience with 11-years old spoilt baby-boy (who got accepted into our coop by pure mistake) was very similar to that described by stacy40 and we don't care to repeat it.

    Once again, thank you all for your attention and comments.

    Happy farming! :)
  • Kitty ReedKitty Reed Posts: 80
    edited 28.02.2014
    Yes lots of great points you guys made .
    I personally find that kids are there too chat mostly.
    I can't comprehend a kid wanting too play this game
    My 8 year old tells me "How you can you play that boring game ?"
    If i was 8 i would feel the same way.
    I don't think they fit in this game.
  • EricaJ (US1)EricaJ (US1) Posts: 202
    edited 28.02.2014
    I think it depends a lot on the child, and perhaps the level of parental supervision (or lack thereof).

    We have a 7-year-old member who has been outstanding thus far. He helps a lot with projects, and jumps right in to help sponsor research. His mother has been a member for some time, and brought him into the game - so I would guess he is getting some coaching about what to do.

    He is gaining some first-hand experience in the value of teamwork, investing today for benefits tomorrow, patience, seeing how the different parts of the system work together, etc.

    Overall, I think this is a great game for youngsters, although I can certainly understand that some may be disruptive and not want to do their share. Like everything else - it depends on the individual.
  • TonyPlayer2 (AU1)TonyPlayer2 (AU1) Posts: 48
    edited 28.02.2014
    I agree with the majority of the comments made. There are good kids and not so good kids. I personally allow applicants to join the co-op, BUT!! it's their performance that determines their length of stay in the co-op. I know, Iknow that might seem harsh, but I think it is only fair to the other hard working members
  • flash- (AU1)flash- (AU1) Posts: 7
    edited 01.03.2014
    rie we have kids in our co.op to and they r great in
  • cariberrycariberry Posts: 87
    edited 01.03.2014
    hehe what i wounder with all the talk separating kids from adults is what about the adults who are developmentally delayed they are older and can act childish but they are nice and all besides who doesnt like chatting =) i love talking ALOT

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