Spooks Forum Changes

[Nitrus]

As you might have noticed I've made some subtle changes to the forum today in order to start preparing for a big upgrade to the forum software we run.

Sadly because of the new software we're going to have to say goodbye to some features of the forum because they won't be compatible. But on the upside we'll be getting some new features too. It is essential we upgrade as soon as possible for security reasons. Here are some details of the changes made and the stuff that's coming:

Country Flags - As of now this feature has been turned off because it won't be compatible with the new version of the software. It will return one day.

Rotating Header Images - They're not gone yet but they'll be going as soon as the software is upgrade. The reason behind this change is page-load, randomly selecting an image each time someone loads a page puts unnecessary strain on the server. The new static header image will feature the 3 main characters of the latest aired series, so it will be Harry, Ruth & Lucas.

Spy Game - This will be something new when the software is upgraded, hopefully making the dry spell a lot better. It's a little game I created that involves you becoming a "spy" and joining an agency and completing missions to earn points for your agency. You can also recruit new people for your agency and blow the cover of enemy agents so they can no longer compete in the game. I'm hoping this makes up for the country flags.

I can't say exactly when the big change will happen, but when it does the forum will be down for a good few hours at least. There's a lot of stuff I need to work on to bring us up to speed.

Lookout for announcements about the upgrade in the coming weeks.