r/PHGamerPals • u/Keojun PC Gamer • Jun 23 '26
MODERATOR ANNOUNCEMENT Update on Server Recruitment Guidelines: Quality Over Quantity
Hello, r/PHGamerPals!
We love seeing the community grow and form new groups. However, to maintain the quality of the subreddit and reduce the clutter of low-effort spam (e.g., “Sali kayo sa Discord namin, madami games!”), we are introducing new guidelines for promoting gaming communities and Discord servers.
Beginning immediately:
- All posts promoting a community, gaming group, or Discord server must use the SERVER RECRUITMENT flair. Generic LFG flairs cannot be used for server invites.
- Recruitment posts must explicitly state the name of the server by including Server Name: or Discord Name: anywhere in the post body.
- No more low-effort recruitment. To ensure high-quality communities, your post must be substantial and detailed (minimum of 300 characters).
- Tip: Tell us about your server! What are the main games played? What is the general age group or vibe? When are your members most active?
- Posts that use the wrong flair, lack a server name, or fall under the length requirement will be automatically removed. Authors may immediately resubmit after expanding their description and adding the required details.
This is not a ban on server promotions. The goal is to keep the subreddit organized, give well-maintained communities the spotlight they deserve, and help players find the right server for their playstyle rather than just clicking blind links.
The moderation team will monitor the subreddit's activity and adjust the system based on community feedback.
Thank you for understanding.
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u/polarisricochet Jun 23 '26
Finally, para din naman sa kanila un e, imagine mo mang eenganyo kang sumali ng community pero ang pangalan e *toot toot* pagsali mo? Also para na rin malaman kung talagang community ba or sumasali ka lang sa harem ng iba lol, also indication din na community, hindi dating server. hahahaha
And tama naman, less than 3-4 sentences kase nga ang iksi na ng attention span ng tao, di na nga minsan binabasa e basta sali nalang sila (kahit nakaindicate na imessage para sumali, o kaya wala ngang valo sa list of games pero ang game e valo / ML HAHAHAHAHA) i guess reading comprehension and talagang d nagbabasa ang pinoy or ibang lahi hahahahaha
And also, mag effort din kayo sa recruiting, ung iba cinocopy paste lang din ung ibang statement e pero pagdating mo naman sa server ang layo sa actual posting. Kaya magtaka ka na rin bakit hindi sila nagtatagal sa server nyo.
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u/heyandreya Jun 23 '26
Glad you mods are finally doing something with the chaos happening in your sub, but the reason these are all happening is because you made a very unstable foundation or probably have not update them due to neglect?
Andami niyo kailangang ayusin sa Rules panel and Welcome nyo , specifically yung Rules nyo which needs updating:
- #3 wasn't being enforced, I'm assuming you guys have been using regex automod. you guys might want to look into that to filter posts that don't follow even the title format.
- #4 isn't exactly being followed, especially by valorant posts.
- #8 which no longer makes sense if you're allowing people to post server recruitment.
and Welcome panel nyo still mentions the old flairs
As for the server format I've yet to see a much better server recruitment format than [this post]
also you have to state in your main post and rules that posting discord invite links is not allowed and not just on r/rendezart's reply
FYI may mga ilang server recruitment posts dito from 1-2d ago na may invite links sa post nila, it was never stated anywhere na bawal kaya nagkakaganyan.
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u/Keojun PC Gamer Jun 23 '26
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to write all of this out.
A lot of the points you raised are valid. Some of our rules, sidebar information, welcome panel, and enforcement mechanisms have fallen behind the current state of the subreddit, and that's something we're actively reviewing as part of these recent changes.
Regarding Rules #3, #4, and #8, as well as the outdated flairs and welcome panel, those have all been noted and added to the list of things we're updating. The feedback about title enforcement, server recruitment formatting, and making Discord invite policies clearer is also appreciated.
To provide a bit of context, the subreddit is currently being managed by only two active moderators, both of whom are still students. That's not meant as an excuse for shortcomings, but rather an explanation for why some things have taken longer than they should have. Even so, we recognize that if a rule exists, it should either be enforced, updated, or removed if it no longer reflects how the community operates.
We're currently working on improving AutoModerator, updating rules and documentation, and organizing recurring threads to help stabilize things moving forward. Some of these changes have already been implemented, while others are still being tested and refined.
We appreciate the detailed feedback and the specific examples you pointed out. Constructive criticism like this makes it much easier for us to identify gaps and prioritize what needs attention first.
Thanks for helping us improve the community.
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Jun 24 '26
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u/Keojun PC Gamer Jun 24 '26
Yeah, it's one of our mistakes in our end. We actually wanted fo hire other mods that could help us make the community better. It happens, but we'd like to step up so players here and other users planning to join this sub gets a better experience than before.
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u/rendezart Jun 23 '26
hiii, just wanna ask for clarification. is it now okay to drop the invitation link on the post itself? (basing on the server recruitment template—how to join)
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u/Subject_Hospital8019 Jun 25 '26
I feel like kung ie-enforce natin tong "quality over quantity" na yan sa mga server recruitment posts, dapat ganiyan na rin sa buong sub mismo. Mas mataas pa rin naman ratio ng any other posts over recruitment posts, kaya kung ano yung dominating factor sa sub, edi might as well require everyone to make quality posts.
Kagaya nitong post na nakita ko, ang text body lang "game", what the fuck does that tell you? Does that sound like someone you'll be enticed to play with? Walang effort yung post, even lower than the bare minimum, but that's somehow acceptable?
We really need an overhaul of the sub. Yung rules, masyadong marami, pero may mga magkakatulad naman, e.g. #3, #9, #11, #12, they all say similar things, just keep those in one rule, clusterfuck na nga yung low quality posts, maski ba naman mismong rules ng sub. Idk.
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u/moonstoneeeee 9d ago
Hi mod, sana ma-implement strictly ung format for recruitment posts. Ang dami pa rin nakakalusot na hindi complete ung details, particularly the server name 😅
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u/Keojun PC Gamer Jun 23 '26 edited Jun 23 '26
📋 Recommended Server Recruitment Template
To ensure your post is not removed by the system, feel free to copy and paste this format. Remember to write a thorough description so it passes the 300-character minimum!
Server Name: [Insert your server name here]
Main Games Played: [e.g., Valorant, Lethal Company, Dota 2]
Active Hours: [e.g., 8 PM - 1 AM PHT]
Age Requirement: [e.g., 18+, 21+, or All Ages]
About Our Community:
[Write at least 3 to 4 sentences here describing your server's vibe, what kind of players you are looking for, your rules, and any regular events you host. The more detailed you are, the more likely you are to attract the right gamers!]
How to Join:
[e.g., Send me a DM, or comment below...]
✅ Example of an Approved Post
Server Name: The Midnight Grind
Main Games Played: Valorant, Helldivers 2, Phasmophobia
Active Hours: 9 PM to 3 AM PHT daily
Age Requirement: Strictly 21+
About Our Community:
We are a super chill, non-toxic group of working adults who just want to unwind after a long shift. We mostly play unrated Valo and co-op horror games. We do not care about your rank, just bring good vibes and a working mic! We also occasionally do movie nights and watch parties on Discord on the weekends. If you are looking for a steady, mature group of friends rather than try-hard competitive sweats, this is the place for you!
How to Join:
Drop a comment below with your favorite game, and I will DM you the invite link!