Revamp name file and nicknames

[BadluckinOOTP]

I've become spoiled by QuestDog's name file, however, for whatever reason it does not work well with the MLB quickstart league that comes pre-loaded with the game. Which, is mainly what I enjoy using. However, I have a hard time reverting to the namefile that comes loaded with the game as it, honestly, pales in comparison.

Is there a possibility to either change the way the game loads quick start name files or just implement Quest Dog's name file into the game itself from launch? (I realize you would have to receive permission from QD, himself.) It really does add an entirely new dimension with the game, having a more realistic name set.

Also, with nicknames, can there be an option to hide them, or edit them quickly? I remember OOTP 6 had an option of just clicking on 'nickname' and putting whatever you wanted, or deleting whatever you wanted. But, it is a nuisance (for me) to have to go into commissioner mode* because I don't want my 16 year old Venezuelan IFA to already have an incongruous nickname, particularly one that was used for a player 70 years ago, like some of them are! At least have them all just be generic, 'The Sorcerer' or something. Or have them randomly generate to a player once they become established.

It is, of course, a sign of a wonderful game when these are the things I have to complain about.

*The older, pre-SI, games also just had a button at the top right hand corner of player cards that was an on-off button for an editor, which allowed you to quickly edit names, etc... I'd take that as well!

[SirMichaelJordan]

Originally Posted by BadluckinOOTP

I've become spoiled by QuestDog's name file, however, for whatever reason it does not work well with the MLB quickstart league that comes pre-loaded with the game. Which, is mainly what I enjoy using. However, I have a hard time reverting to the namefile that comes loaded with the game as it, honestly, pales in comparison.



Is there a possibility to either change the way the game loads quick start name files or just implement Quest Dog's name file into the game itself from launch? (I realize you would have to receive permission from QD, himself.) It really does add an entirely new dimension with the game, having a more realistic name set.



Also, with nicknames, can there be an option to hide them, or edit them quickly? I remember OOTP 6 had an option of just clicking on 'nickname' and putting whatever you wanted, or deleting whatever you wanted. But, it is a nuisance (for me) to have to go into commissioner mode* because I don't want my 16 year old Venezuelan IFA to already have an incongruous nickname, particularly one that was used for a player 70 years ago, like some of them are! At least have them all just be generic, 'The Sorcerer' or something. Or have them randomly generate to a player once they become established.



It is, of course, a sign of a wonderful game when these are the things I have to complain about.



*The older, pre-SI, games also just had a button at the top right hand corner of player cards that was an on-off button for an editor, which allowed you to quickly edit names, etc... I'd take that as well!

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[Carlton]

I see your point, but do not agree

Markus has already stopped the nickname file from importing in historical leagues, and I want that back.

Your idea might stop that from coming back, if not, I have no qualms

I am purely selfish on my stance

[ChiefWahoo]

Originally Posted by BadluckinOOTP

I've become spoiled by QuestDog's name file, however, for whatever reason it does not work well with the MLB quickstart league that comes pre-loaded with the game. Which, is mainly what I enjoy using. However, I have a hard time reverting to the namefile that comes loaded with the game as it, honestly, pales in comparison.

Is there a possibility to either change the way the game loads quick start name files or just implement Quest Dog's name file into the game itself from launch? (I realize you would have to receive permission from QD, himself.) It really does add an entirely new dimension with the game, having a more realistic name set.

Also, with nicknames, can there be an option to hide them, or edit them quickly? I remember OOTP 6 had an option of just clicking on 'nickname' and putting whatever you wanted, or deleting whatever you wanted. But, it is a nuisance (for me) to have to go into commissioner mode* because I don't want my 16 year old Venezuelan IFA to already have an incongruous nickname, particularly one that was used for a player 70 years ago, like some of them are! At least have them all just be generic, 'The Sorcerer' or something. Or have them randomly generate to a player once they become established.

It is, of course, a sign of a wonderful game when these are the things I have to complain about.

*The older, pre-SI, games also just had a button at the top right hand corner of player cards that was an on-off button for an editor, which allowed you to quickly edit names, etc... I'd take that as well!

I agree, QuestDog's name files are top class. If only they worked better with the MLB QuickStart. Out of curiosity, BadLuckinOOTP, what issues have you come across in the QuickStart using Quests' mods? I haven't implemented them yet for a QuickStart in previous iterations of the game.

[BadluckinOOTP]

Originally Posted by Carlton

I see your point, but do not agree

Markus has already stopped the nickname file from importing in historical leagues, and I want that back.

Your idea might stop that from coming back, if not, I have no qualms

I am purely selfish on my stance

I would fine with nicknames as long it wasn't such a hassle to get rid of them. A one click removal, or allow them to be editable from the player card screen without having to go into a commish mode. Or even a nickname option in settings, "Yes", "No". But, I have no idea the feasibility of these.

I agree, QuestDog's name files are top class. If only they worked better with the MLB QuickStart. Out of curiosity, BadLuckinOOTP, what issues have you come across in the QuickStart using Quests' mods? I haven't implemented them yet for a QuickStart in previous iterations of the game.

They are importing strangely. The last names seem to work fine, but the first names are all out of whack. A ton of Jamies, like 5% of the league is named A.J., D.J., C.J., or some variation. Just seeing a huge number of the same names. Which either takes a lot of editing or being able to ignore that, which I have a problem with.

Also, with QD's name files, you can have 'black' names and 'white' names, and have more realistic pairings. Not having black players with Polish surnames, etc... That doesn't translate (or I haven't figured it out) to the quick start leagues.

[ChiefWahoo]

Originally Posted by BadluckinOOTP

I would fine with nicknames as long it wasn't such a hassle to get rid of them. A one click removal, or allow them to be editable from the player card screen without having to go into a commish mode. Or even a nickname option in settings, "Yes", "No". But, I have no idea the feasibility of these.


They are importing strangely. The last names seem to work fine, but the first names are all out of whack. A ton of Jamies, like 5% of the league is named A.J., D.J., C.J., or some variation. Just seeing a huge number of the same names. Which either takes a lot of editing or being able to ignore that, which I have a problem with.

Also, with QD's name files, you can have 'black' names and 'white' names, and have more realistic pairings. Not having black players with Polish surnames, etc... That doesn't translate (or I haven't figured it out) to the quick start leagues.

Hopefully Markus or Andreas will see this thread. It would be amazing if QuestDog's name files were inserted as the default name lists for OOTP15, assuming the issues you are speaking of were sorted out.

[ChiefWahoo]

Does anyone here know if QD has actually ever submitted his lists to the OOTP team to try to get them permanently inserted in the vanilla game? If not, he should. That would potentially be one of the best new features in the game!

[SirMichaelJordan]

My main gripe with nicknames is that it makes the player profile card ugly (my OCD) and I sometimes cannot read my newly drafted player name.

John "nickname so long" Doe...

It's just l too many characters cramming up space. Even for the short nicknames.