IPL's New HD Stream Information - Page 29

On April 07 2012 05:15 deo1 wrote:
The quality does not go up to 720p. The "best" setting is definitely the same resolution as the "480p" setting. I bought a subscription for 720p so I hope they get this fixed soon.

On April 09 2012 12:07 Jibba wrote:
Lani and the Korean streams have been the highlights of the tournament. Honestly, this is the worst casting I've ever seen at a major event. The quality of casters will have to be significantly improved for me to consider paying for a premium stream for these events. It seems as though every pairing has at least one person who doesn't play the game.

I say this as an MLG Gold Member who bought a Winter pass and a membership for HSC and has donated to Shoutcraft Invitationals (I spend money on quality streams.) The casting thus far has been abysmal. There's a significant difference between being basic (like TB) and being outright wrong (like HD/PU often are.)

On April 09 2012 07:40 Enemyy wrote:



Most definitly! 100% Agree perfect job there!

On Apr 9 2012 19:56 Ireniicus wrote:
As a paid up subscriber just wanted to say the event was pretty good on day 3 (bar it just went on too long at the end) however improvements are required in the future for me to be satsified.

1) Lag. the 720 stream really was pretty laggy especially on day1/2. I checked my internet regualrly and it certainly wasnt my end and I noticed a lot of other Europeans complainimg too. I know this is really down to Twitch inftrastructure not being up to scratch for peak European times but as a paying member I need to point this out as the single most critical factor to me continuing to pay up. I had to watch alot of games on the free 480 (which also lagged a bit).

2) Not enough games were shown and sometimes the wrong games were aired..missing the last Foreigner match where he needed to win to qualify for champ sunday was very poor judgement and disappointed a great many people me included.

3) Casting. It was good but not great (bar Apollo). Considers working with the casters on a development plan for the in house ones to hone their skills. We all need to have structured training plans so we continue to improve and casting is no different. This will be even more important as you increase the number of streams / casters.

4) Too many Koreans. I love watching Koreans play but it really was a case of the mighty horde decendeth upon Las Vegas. Consider regional qualifers to alleviate this so more chance for a variety of countries to get their favourites into the final days. There is a reason the most popular streams are of players like Stephano, NAniwa, Idra and Huk.

5) Format. Bracket and pool play is not great. Why not just have one big tournament. Giving a small percentage of the players a big advantage over the others limits chances of success stories like Scarlett. I am ok with perhaps an extra 3 rounds for those not qualified to weed out the non GM's (similar to Tennis Grand Slams) but thats as far as it should go.

6) Production. Your sound guys also need to go on training courses as multiple problems occured throughout. I really liked the Korean observer, Smix was brilliant translator and those that hosted did a good job. The Kpop was ok I guess except same3 VOD's were constantly recycled. I understand costs prohibit other content being aired but what about all the Starcraft 2 music thats been made (by Husky Smix etc?). Some lateral thinking is needed by all LAN organisers to fill downtime better e.g. Why not get a caster to go over some replays of interesting games that were not streamed e.g. Scarlett Demuslim or other games from Open Bracket?

I will continue to be loyal to IPL as you have won me over with your excellent Fight Club, Team Arena etc. I did not like the near all Terran affair that was Chanpion of Champions. Again we need balance.

Good effort and look forward to imporvements for your regular content and IPL5. Thank you and good luck.

On April 11 2012 00:24 Supah wrote:
I'm not too sure about the complaints of casting having any merit. They were for the most part very good, especially the way they conducted themselves during the DC's and technical issues- professional, calm, and friendly. Even in game, the casting was great. You can't expect gigantic in depth analysis at all time and in every situation, and it really should be up to the player to realize what's going on. Casters should add flavor to the experience, not command it's entire destiny.

On April 11 2012 00:24 Supah wrote:
I'm not too sure about the complaints of casting having any merit. They were for the most part very good, especially the way they conducted themselves during the DC's and technical issues- professional, calm, and friendly. Even in game, the casting was great. You can't expect gigantic in depth analysis at all time and in every situation, and it really should be up to the player to realize what's going on. Casters should add flavor to the experience, not command it's entire destiny.

On April 11 2012 00:31 Jibba wrote:

What? They spoke about the game state during the downtime, while Nestea's booth was open. That was one of the biggest uproars during the entire time, and even people in the live audience yelled at them to stop.

There seems to be a stark contrast between the critics and supporters, and it largely comes down to those who know enough to know what they're saying is wrong, and those who believe them. Balancing between casuals and experienced players is a major issue, and one that MLG and other events have largely overcome. I've heard a lot more dissatisfaction with the $5 purchase for IPL than the $20 purchase for MLG, for this very reason.

On April 11 2012 00:31 Jibba wrote:

What? They spoke about the game state during the downtime, while Nestea's booth was open. That was one of the biggest uproars during the entire time, and even people in the live audience yelled at them to stop.

There seems to be a stark contrast between the critics and supporters, and it largely comes down to those who know enough to know what they're saying is wrong, and those who believe them. Balancing between casuals and experienced players is a major issue, and one that MLG and other events have largely overcome. I've heard a lot more dissatisfaction with the $5 purchase for IPL than the $20 purchase for MLG, for this very reason.