New Year, New Look! Front Page Design No 3

Do you like the new layout?

I love it	36.5%	[ 1203 ]
I like it	32.3%	[ 1065 ]
I think it needs work	22.6%	[ 746 ]
I hate it	8.6%	[ 282 ]
Total Votes:			[ 3296 ]

[Lanzer]

* This new look is for the front page that only shows up after you've logged out. When logged in, everything remains the same.

In our effort to have a more simple way of telling new users what Gaia is about, we are testing out a new layout for the front page. In talking to a lot of new users, many addressed that Gaia is really confusing for a first timer. So for next year, we'll be making changes to make things easier to use and navigate. At the same time, we're also working on the front page since that's where all new members start.

We've made some more changes to the content with your feedback.



Please give us your comments. For example:

Do the new page give a good overall aspect to what Gaia is?
Are the images too young or old?
Does it make Gaia look too much like Neopets/Myspace/other sites?
Do the design look good? Layout problems?
Anything missing? What should we add or change?
Should we emphasize more on roleplaying/forum/games/items?

All feedback are welcome. We need your input for improvements! 3nodding

[Giraffics]

It certainly looks better than the current one 3nodding
I don't know how... but you SHOULD probably emphasize the forum more, becuase it looks like there are only games.

sweatdrop The new guy's expression and hair is kinda funky to me.


Do the new page give a good overall aspect to what Gaia is?
Pretty much, maybe a bit more on how it's a super-huge forum.

Are the images too young or old?
They look a bit old, but I guess it's fine since the site itself is PG-13

Does it make Gaia look too much like Neopets/Myspace/other sites?
Haven't visited those site in a long time, but it looks original.

Do the design look good? Layout problems?
It looks pretty solid.

Anything missing? What should we add or change?
Maybe you could add a link to the weekly comic?

Should we emphasize more on roleplaying/forum/games/items?
Probably on the MC's and the forum.


-edited after like 350 pages o_O-
First Post. Booyah.

[Lady_Threnody]

I think it looks alright. Whenever I get back. I'll add more detail as to what I think about it... I don't have net access at home and had to sneak on via my sister's PC. >__<

Do the new page give a good overall aspect to what Gaia is? Yeah.
Are the images too young or old? A mixture of both but I like them either way.
Does it make Gaia look too much like Neopets/Myspace/other sites? Hell no. o__O
Do the design look good? Yeah.
Layout problems? No.
Anything missing? Not really.
What should we add or change? I like it just the way it is. Wouldn't mind small changes though.
Should we emphasize more on roleplaying/forum/games/items? NO! Focus more on the forums damn it. They need a long over-due update already. I love the new things on the other aspects of the site but please start giving us some emphasism on the forums already. Its been years people!

"Seduce my mind and you can have my body. Find my soul and I'm yours forever." ~Anonymous
[ No, you can't use my tribal images. ]

[The Deadly Ferret]

Do the new page give a good overall aspect to what Gaia is? kind of so-so.
Are the images too young or old? neither
Does it make Gaia look too much like Neopets/Myspace/other sites? nope
Do the design look good? Layout problems? looks great.
Anything missing? What should we add or change?not a thing.
Should we emphasize more on roleplaying/forum/games/items? yes.

[Ninina]

I really like the first "block" the one with the guy and the red head: amazing art, and it really gives a feel of Barton Town whee

Ther only thing that I don't like is the way the info is displayed... it looks too "boxy" or too much like a "table".

Dunno if I am explaining myself clearly >.<

[link freak131]

That looks a LOT better than the current home page. eek I have to agree with Giraffics, though. It looks like Gaia is more about the games than the forums. confused

[keiiii]

Nice, MUCH better than what we got right now.

The dude is kind of retarded looking, but it's not a problem with the layout.

The middle part with the Barton town BG is larger than it needs to be. EDIT: Maybe you could merge the "join our world" thing with the town BG image with the orange join button. Saves space, reduces redundancy. 3nodding

[Dr. Koji Kotobuki]

Definately emphasize the forums more, but other than that, very good!

[Nick Winchester]

Really good but it looks like your just focusing on the gaming aspect, dont forget gaia is a forum site as well ^^

[Mr_Anime_guy]

Do the new page give a good overall aspect to what Gaia is?
yes it does because it shows some of the things gaia offers to its users.
Are the images too young or old?
they do look in a small way a bit older but I think its fine either way
Does it make Gaia look too much like Neopets/Myspace/other sites?
nope never has D:
Do the design look good? Layout problems?
yes the design looks more colorful then it was and its nice. (never had a problem with any layout so far smile )
Anything missing? What should we add or change?
I'd say its fine as it is
Should we emphasize more on roleplaying/forum/games/items?
i would say yes. mostly on the forums part because gaia is mainly a forum based site. as well as the roleplaying

edit: thanks Lanzer for providing us info on how the new layout will be smile and letting us share our ideas and opinions with it.

[Severyo]

流れる時の中瞬く　刹那的煌きを
この世の記憶に刻むため　歩き続ける　Believer

This rocks so much ^^

A momentary sparkle twinkles within
the flowing time
I’m a Believer who can keep walking so to engrave into this world’s memories

[Zmrzlina]

That's a really nice design, and it explains Gaia very nicely. Combined with the newbie quest, new members should grasp the concept of Gaia pretty quickly, in my opinion. Great job, guys! <33

Edits: Just thought of more feedback.

- The games and avatars seem to be pretty emphasized... perhaps put a little more focus on the forums and roleplaying?

- The images look great. <33

- Gaia has never looked like Neopets or Myspace! :D It just looks like... well, like Gaia!

- The design looks good, but it doesn't really match with the rest of the layout we have now. It just seems kinda weird to me. I love the gray background, though. Kinda wish that were on the other pages. It looks nice, and it's easy on the eyes. :3

Again, awesome job, guys! Dude, if this is a hint at what future layouts might look like, then I can't wait to see them! n_n

[Momlady]

I'll agree. Emphasize the forum. That's the only problem, if you can call it that, that I can see.

I swear Lanzer, if you ever compare your beautiful site to neopets I'll hunt you down and kick you in the shin. *throws holy water at neopets* BUUUUUURNNNN!!!!!

[Tukoreshen]

It is very good. It shows what gaia is nicely. 3nodding

[MikoBura]

Looks nice, great job ^^ Although the woman looks a bit old. And like most here already said, try focusing more on the forums (and perhaps items ^^) than the games.