[Game Update] - 651414

[Cctt]

Some players may cause trouble on public servers, such as maliciously burning down already constructed bases, taking valuable loot, and then logging off. To address this, someone created a mod and provided a website for servers. Players can submit evidence and report the game IDs of players who have caused trouble. The website administrators will verify the reports and add those IDs to a list. By enabling this mod, players who have previously caused trouble will be denied access to public servers. Without TheSim: QueryServer, public servers are highly likely to suffer from disruptive players. I hope this issue can be resolved as soon as possible.

[eifueifu]

I hope to be able to restore the functionality of the queryserver. Disabling this feature is not a wise decision, as it is quite detrimental to the development of the game modding ecosystem.

[YuziQ]

Um, disabling QueryServe has made many of my subscribed mods unusable. Can they be restored to normal in the future?

[TECHML]

Subject: Request to Re-enable the QueryServer Functionality for Mod Creation  

Dear《Don't Starve Together》Development Team,  

I hope this message finds you well.  

I am a mod author for Don't Starve, and I want to express my deep appreciation for all the hard work you've put into creating and maintaining such an incredible game. Your efforts have brought so much joy and creativity to the community, and for that, I am truly grateful.  

However, I am writing to share some concerns regarding the recent **disable** of the QueryServer functionality. As a mod creator, this feature has been instrumental in allowing me to test and refine my mods effectively. The inability to use QueryServer has significantly hindered my workflow and has made it much more challenging to ensure that my mods are compatible and functioning properly within the game.  

I understand that there may have been valid reasons for disabling this functionality, but I sincerely hope that you might reconsider its reactivation. The modding community thrives on tools like QueryServer, which enable us to create immersive and engaging experiences for players. Without it, we face a substantial setback in our ability to contribute meaningfully to the game.  

I would be more than willing to discuss any concerns or issues related to QueryServer's usage and explore potential solutions that could accommodate both player safety and the needs of mod authors like myself. Your support in this matter would mean the world to us and would allow us to continue pushing the boundaries of creativity within Don't Starve.  

Thank you again for all that you do, and I truly hope for a positive response regarding this request.  

Warm regards,  
[TECHML]

Edited January 28, 2025 by TECHML

[qingming22]

I'd like to be able to restore the functionality of queryserver. Disabling this feature is not a wise decision as it is very detrimental to the development of the game's mod ecosystem.

[aletta]

Dear Klei Entertainment Team,

Hello!

I am a dedicated player of Don't Starve Together, and I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for the incredible content and continuous updates you have brought to the game over the years. Recently, I noticed that the Query Server feature has been temporarily disabled, which has caused some inconvenience to my gaming experience. Therefore, I would like to provide some feedback and suggestions regarding this matter.

The Query Server feature is crucial for server visibility and player connectivity, especially for public servers and communities that aim to interact with more players. With this feature disabled, players can only join servers by directly entering IP addresses or through invite links, which increases the difficulty of connecting, particularly for new players or those unfamiliar with server settings.

I understand that disabling this feature might have been necessary due to technical or security reasons. However, I sincerely hope that the team could consider restoring this feature in the future or providing an alternative solution (such as an improved server list or a more secure query mechanism).

Here are some specific suggestions I would like to offer:

1. Restore the Query Server feature and optimize its performance to reduce network load.

2. Add more server visibility options, such as allowing players to set servers to "Friends Only" or "Public."

3. Enhance the server list filtering functionality to make it easier for players to find suitable servers.

Once again, thank you for your hard work and dedication to the game! I hope my feedback can contribute to its improvement. I look forward to seeing more exciting content in future updates!

Best regards,
[One gamer]

[pigrix21]

关闭 Queryserver 功能对游戏 Mod 生态的发展非常不利，希望能尽快恢复

[morii126]

Considering the significance of QueryServer for mod development, perhaps we could keep it enabled to better support the development work.

[3024696935]

希望 QueryServer 的功能可以恢复，因为它对于该模式确实至关重要

[wuyan66]

I believe that the disabling of QueryServer is indeed a very poor decision. The deactivation of the QueryServer feature is highly detrimental to the development of the game modding ecosystem, and I hope it can be restored as soon as possible.

 

[CX330seagull]

In fact, my friends and I like this module very much and have completely experienced the original game.We have experienced a brand-new experience from this module, which makes us like it very much.The disabling of the QueryServer function is not conducive to the development of the game module ecology, and I hope it can be restored as soon as possible.

[Ssadasd]

关闭 QueryServer 功能不利于游戏 Mod 的开发，阻碍游戏人气的扩大。我们希望能够尽快恢复该功能。

[Ssadasd]

关闭 QueryServer 功能不利于游戏 Mod 的开发，阻碍游戏人气的扩大。我们希望能够尽快恢复该功能。

[2858917932]

It is hoped that the functionality of the QueryServer can be restored, as it is truly vital for the mode

[xiaoqi1]

The disabling of the QueryServer feature is highly detrimental to the development of the game modding ecosystem. We hope it can be restored as soon as possible.

[Ssadasd]

Disabling the QueryServer feature is detrimental to the development of game mods and hinders the expansion of the game's popularity. We hope that the functionality can be restored as soon as possible.

[kinak]

I believe that the deactivation of QueryServer will cause significant inconvenience to a considerable number of MOD authors. It is indeed a very poor decision, and it is hoped that the disabling of QueryServer will be revoked until a perfect alternative to the old system is found.

[baize_ze]

服务器查询功能的禁用极大地阻碍了游戏 Mod 生态系统的发展。我们恳切请求尽快恢复此功能，以帮助游戏 Mod 生态系统重回正轨。

[guoyifan]

It is hoped that the functionality of the QueryServer can be restored, as it is truly vital for the mode.

[Monsoon ocean]

I think the decision to disable QueryServer was very bad. QueryServer function disabled is not conducive to the development of the game module ecology, I sincerely hope that Klei´s policymakers will restore this feature soon.

[123wtq1]

I think the decision to disable QueryServer is indeed a very bad one.it is hoped that the functionality of the QueryServer can be restored, as it is truly vital for the mode

[QIANYU123]

禁用 QueryServer 对 Mod 作者来说确实是一个沉重的打击。

[can1232]

We strongly hope that the function of QueryServer can be restored, and it is very wrong to choose to shut it down.
 

Edited January 28, 2025 by can1232

[JoeW]

On 1/24/2025 at 11:30 AM, JesseB_Klei said:

We understand that this is an inconvenience for many mods that use these features in legitimate ways and we are open to hearing out potential solutions for allowing them to work again in a more defined way.

As noted in the original post, we are investigating options. 

We will have more information as soon as it is available. 

[Waywarbler]

Was there a call to action somewhere? How come like 18 replies appeared from new accounts in the span of an hour?