You're not entitled to your own echo chamber. If you want one, the groups system is accessible easily.

You already have the ability to do so , its called making your own group. You don't get to selectively pick who is or isn't allowed to post in a thread. Anyone is free to point out flaws in your ideas and you don't get to ban those you don't like

Actually this feature already exists.
It's called private Groups. Create a private group and you get to determine who can post, ect etc. You basically become Mod-Admin for your group forums.

That's an idea. Or simply make a "real" block feature, in so that we don't at all have others tripe we don't want to see. They have a feature like that over at a subreddit i post at. Works like a charm.

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That's an idea. Or simply make a "real" block feature, in so that we don't at all have others tripe we don't want to see. They have a feature like that over at a subreddit i post at. Works like a charm.

You don't have to see what any of us post, you just choose to click show post.

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That's an idea. Or simply make a "real" block feature, in so that we don't at all have others tripe we don't want to see. They have a feature like that over at a subreddit i post at. Works like a charm.

You don't have to see what any of us post, you just choose to click show post.

If they don't see what others post, they cannot use them in their narratives.

They cannot not look at such posts.

That is interesting rangers. It actually gives me another idea for another Idea/Suggestion thread at a later time when I can get around to composing it.

People are not entitled to the right to harass people who do not wish to interact with them

install ublock origin

1st one hides the topics
2nd one hides the comments

! Delete blocked user posts on forum index pages
gtm.you1.cn##div:has(> div.forum_topic_name.op_hidden)

! Delete blocked user posts from thread pages
gtm.you1.cn##div:has(> span.commentthread_deleted_comment_audit)

go to "my filters" paste the above

These younger types unable to handle diaolog that doesn't reflect their own values. Want ban powers so as to circle jerk themselves in an echo chamber. If you're afraid of opposition ideas.. you have no business in a public square period. Your ideas either suck or malicious. Stop trying to be smarter than the principle of free speech.

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People are not entitled to the right to harass people who do not wish to interact with them

Harass? Oh! The irony.

You have me blocked yet had to click the SHOW button recently, quoted and replied.

YOU are choosing NOT communicate with me when YOU BLOCK.

The blocking system works if you stick to your intended action of blocking.

https://ibb.co/Sc82KmD

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These younger types unable to handle diaolog that doesn't reflect their own values. Want ban powers so as to circle jerk themselves in an echo chamber. If you're afraid of opposition ideas.. you have no business in a public square period. Your ideas either suck or malicious. Stop trying to be smarter than the principle of free speech.

The irony of saying this when you posted a topic that was basically about soft-censorship just after this.

Why Banning Users from Your Steam Threads is Detrimental to Community Engagement

In the vibrant world of online gaming, Steam stands out as a hub for players to connect, share, and discuss their favorite games. However, a concerning trend has emerged among users creating threads: the practice of banning other users from discussions. While it may seem like a solution to maintain control over a conversation, this behavior can have negative consequences for community dynamics. In this blog post, we’ll explore why banning users in Steam threads is not only counterproductive but also detrimental to the community as a whole.

1. Stifling Open Dialogue
One of the core principles of online forums is the ability for users to engage in open discussions. Banning individuals from threads can lead to a significant reduction in diverse perspectives and ideas. When users feel they can’t express their thoughts without the risk of being banned, it creates a chilling effect that stifles dialogue.

Open dialogue fosters creativity and innovation, which are essential for a thriving gaming community. By restricting access to discussions, you limit the potential for collaborative problem-solving and constructive criticism, ultimately leading to a stagnant environment.

2. Creating an Echo Chamber
When users ban others from their threads, they inadvertently create echo chambers. These are spaces where only similar opinions are echoed back, which can severely limit the growth of the community.

Echo chambers can lead to misinformation and a skewed understanding of game dynamics, community needs, and developer intentions. This isolation can foster negativity and hostility, contradicting the core values of teamwork and camaraderie that gaming promotes.

3. Alienating Community Members
Banning users can create a sense of exclusion within the community. Members may feel unwelcome or undervalued, leading

The post above is invalidated if you read the actual content of the original thread post where conditions are put in to place to prevent what is suggested above by MasterChef.

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The post above is invalidated if you read the actual content of the original thread post.

Nope, if Steam allows users to ban other users it creates the same issues as if Steam itself did it.

You not liking it doesn't make it true, if users can ban anyone then that alienates community members, creates an echo chamber, and stifles open dialogue.

The fact that someone can be banned later for abusing it doesn't negate the harm that it causes. If anything it would be less harm to wait for Steam moderation to do any banning as they also provide a means to appeal false bans.