Domination mode is probably an ideal as it is a small map, has a TDM feel to it but also objectives. Map wise, after thinking about it I don't really have a favourite and can't say there are any that I really dislike. The new ones that are about on the CTE are interesting. The TDM map is quite large but has enough variation in levels that suits most types of player. Yes there are sniper spots but you can get behind them. The conquest map is massive. Running from one end to the other will take a bit of time.
The server does seem to be attracting players from far and wide recently. It still amazes me that a game can have people from so many different places playing together. I know that may not be their location but even if it is their nationality it is impressive. Obviously, distance will probably result in an increase in ping. In general this doesn't really affect gameplay. Yesterday, for some reason my ping was fluctuating between 17 and 180. I didn't notice any difference when playing. Maybe worth mentioning that we don't kick for high ping?
The obvious exception would be where someone is using it as an advantage or where it is causing an issue for other players. There seems to be enough discussion on the web to suggest a high ping isn't the only factor. I think most people would admin in a rational way. If you do have a family watching a film and playing games on other devices we can't really kick them for that.
I like that the in-chat message says that we play for fun. So true. There are plenty of 'serious' servers to play on. I liked NRU servers because I wasn't made to feel like a noob even if I was one and plenty of members were willing to give help and advice. To be honest, despite being oval 140, I still feel like a noob as there is so much to learn but having fun is more important. Protecting new players from abuse will help. A couple of times recently, even on the CTE servers, you get players that start abusing others for using the 'wrong' weapon. I always ask them to tell us what we should be using. Never seem to get an answer though. I'll also comment if someone is being abusive or racist or any of the other ''ists you can have. I think you have a responsibility to out the players and report them.
Banter is one thing but abuse is another.
Sorry, drifted away from the topic a bit but I think having a 'safe' server were new players will know that they won't get abused is important too.
Getting regular players like the HC guys and WalentiiO is nice. There are a few servers I play on depending what I want to play. Still makes me smile when you join and someone says SUAV guy is here!
Choosing the right maps and modes is one part of the puzzle. Making it friendly and fair is something I think we are already pretty good at.
