Board Game Arena

The act of giving Red Thumbs for skill levels or personal preference is, in my view, tantamount to unfair practice and undermining the integrity of the system. The system offers two distinct modes: Simple Mode and Arena Mode. For those desiring selective play, the recommended option is Simple Mode. ...

BGA Rules stipulate: It is acceptable to own several accounts on BGA, as long as it is reasonable and does not violate another rule of the website. What is absolutely forbidden? On Board Game Arena, it is absolutely forbidden to: Insult other players in any manner. Create multiple accounts and play...

The issue of unjustified Red Thumb ratings demands serious attention from BGA. Whether it pertains to Hanabi or any other game, players are receiving Red Thumbs based on their skill levels or simply because they are not liked. This situation has contributed to the proliferation of multiple accounts.

In my assessment, participation in the Arena does not align with principles of fair competition due to the presence of Red Thumbs. Addressing disruptive behavior should involve reporting and subsequent banning for the duration of the season. Individuals such as "master of bluff" would not...

I'm still waiting for a response to the following: ELO System Updates Post by lordalx » 13 December 2023, 09:41 "Red Thumbs for competitive play One last thing that is going to be changed in a few weeks will be the impact of the Red Thumbs. You can currently give a Red Thumb to any player with ...

BGA Rules stipulate:
It is acceptable to own several accounts on BGA, as long as it is reasonable and does not violate another rule of the website.

Why have multi accounts been deleted?

If a player is caught cheating then BGA should delete ALL accounts!

They should just do away with Karma, neither use nor ornament.

Give Up should be automatic after a certain point in the game.
I've known players to drag games out deliberately.