[2023] Good on you!

Even if the criticism is true, it is very inappropriate for that to occur on another developers forums. Even if people were to be critical of game companies I do not like here, it is just very unprofessional and inappropriate.

I'm okay with, so long as it is done respectfully, criticism of Stationeers here. But criticism of other game developers is unfair and unprofessional for us to wade into.

My purpose of the post, was to highlight the work of developers that I respect. Making games is really hard, especially nowdays as an independent. I have been fortunate to meet many developers and it helps me immensely.

I realize people would rather I didn't lock threads like that, but I cannot tolerate attacking other developers in this forum, in the same way I can't tolerate people attacking our employees.

Respectful criticism of our project is fine, and in many cases, even so far as valued.

Totally understand where you are coming from, but I do I want to be very clear, it is not a "if you don't agree with me", it is this:

If you direct criticism towards or attack an employee, no matter how "legitimate" your criticism, then we will take action. This also extends to moderators, and to developers of other games as well.
This is a hard line stance, and has nothing to do with agreeing with me or not. And that includes products that I do not like, or developers that I do not like. This is simply not the place to discuss concerns with other products. And if you do so, you will be warned, the posts may be deleted, and you may be banned - regardless of the veracity of what you post.

This is a forum to discuss Stationeers, and that includes criticism of Stationeers. But it is not a space to criticize other developers, as much as it is not a space to criticize employees.

I hope that provides some clarity.

Just realized I did not read your reply properly :D I need more coffee today!