[IPS Marketplace] ThreadStarter: Games

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This plugin allows users to easily create topics about games and fill them with content automatically.

Requires a free Giant Bomb API key which can be obtained here.

Features

• Users can add games to topics. After attaching a game, which can be done easily using a search with auto complete, the thread will show various information about it above the post.
• Works for PC, xbox, PS4, switch or any other console game.
• The topic will display logo, screenshots, description text and various other information about the game.
• Discussed games can be shown in adjustable widgets which allow random, recently posted, most discussed and much more...
• Posting games can be restricted to certain forums.
• Game forums can show game content with the game logo above the topic list.
• Access rights to edit and post games.

How to Install

• Go to ACP > applications and upload the downloaded tar file.
• After installation a free Giant Bomb API key has to be added in the settings. The API key can be obtained here.
• It is recommended to enable 'Serve images from local server?' in the IPB settings to improve performance.
• Note: Only available in english. For multi language support have a look at ThreadStarter: Steam
• Note: The API has a rate limit, it is usually enough to attach at least 50 games per hour.

Demo

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