Concerns Regarding the Mod Section on PCGamingWiki

[Kobi Blade 3]

Dear PCGamingWiki Team,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the current state of the mod section on PCGamingWiki pages. While I appreciate the effort to provide a comprehensive resource for PC gamers, I believe that the mod section, as it stands, is messy and convoluted.

The primary issue is that this section has become a repository for personal preference mods rather than actual game fixes. This not only dilutes the purpose of the wiki but also makes it challenging for users to find essential fixes and improvements. The inclusion of numerous personal mods has led to bloated wiki pages, making navigation and information retrieval cumbersome.

In my opinion, the creation of this section was a mistake. It detracts from the core mission of PCGamingWiki, which is to provide clear and concise information on game fixes and improvements. I suggest a reevaluation of the mod section’s purpose and a possible restructuring to ensure that it aligns more closely with the wiki’s primary goals.

I look forward to any changes that can enhance the user experience on PCGamingWiki.

[Markie 3]

The actual mods section should be near the bottom of the page I reckon. The section for essential fixes and improvements should be near the top. So those two ideally shouldn't conflict.

But your point on the mods section being messy and convoluted as it stands is valid, what's there can be quite arbitrary and up to personal tastes, and certain articles have these sections expand to an unreasonable size leading to bloat.

[Kobi Blade 3]

1 hour ago, Markie said:

The actual mods section should be near the bottom of the page I reckon. The section for essential fixes and improvements should be near the top. So those two ideally shouldn't conflict.

But your point on the mods section being messy and convoluted as it stands is valid, what's there can be quite arbitrary and up to personal tastes, and certain articles have these sections expand to an unreasonable size leading to bloat.

I believe the mod section was introduced to guide users towards mods that address significant game issues, such as crashes, poor performance, and other critical problems that can hinder the gaming experience. Is my believe PCGamingWiki primary goal is to provide users with reliable information, tweaks, and fixes to ensure they can enjoy their games to the fullest.

In my view PCGamingWiki is not intended to be a general repository for all types of mods. For those looking to explore a wide variety of mods, including those that enhance gameplay, add new content, or offer cosmetic changes, people can visit dedicated modding communities such as Nexus Mods and other similar platforms. These communities are well-equipped to cater to the diverse interests of mod enthusiasts and provide a comprehensive selection of mods.

I believe the mod section may have been a mistake and I often see it as unnecessary. There are multiple instances where this section is abused, leading to an overwhelming number of entries that do not necessarily cover any essential tweaks and/or fixes that our community often relies on.

[macgovern 3]

Speaking in my capacity as a senior editor for PCGamingWiki, I agree with your opinion that the dedicated mods section of articles is, in hindsight, a mistake for all the same reasons you've already stated. Thus, I am in favor of removing the section entirely except in very specific circumstances, such as Grand Theft Auto 4 thanks to the sheer abundance of minor-yet-critical fixes available beyond the major and mission-critical (e.g. needed to run on modern systems and hardware) ones. With the section gone, the only mods left would be those which are mission-critical, ones which fix objective game issues, and other things which PCGamingWiki has chosen to prioritize over the years, such as fan translations, adding widescreen support to games which otherwise lack it, and so on.

All that said, I and other PCGamingWiki staff are having an internal discussion regarding this issue because you took the time to voice your concerns. Thank you!