Hey! Thanks to the whole Reddit mess, I’ve discovered the fediverse and its increidible wonders and I’m lovin’ it :D

I’ve seen another post about karma, and after reading the comments, I can see there is a strong opinion against it (which I do share). I’d love to hear your opinions, what other method/s would you guys implement? If any ofc

  • AlmightySnoo 🐢🇮🇱🇺🇦
    29•1 year ago

    I don’t think you can have anything in the same spirit that isn’t toxic and doesn’t encourage brigading by minority groups who want to cancel opinions they don’t like. The whole concept is simply glorified ad hominem.

    • arefx
      22•1 year ago

      Absolutely. The real reason accounts accrue karma on reddit is to keep you engaged. People get addicted to big numbers. It’s just toxic. Upvote and downvote posts and comments but don’t keep a running tally on people’s accounts.

      • @VGarKOP
        4•1 year ago

        Do you guys think there could be a different system that could work?

        • @NOT_RICKEnglish
          3•1 year ago

          Maybe something akin to Reddit’s award system as a way to thank people for being positive contributors? I think that could also be gamed but a way to say thank you rather than a status symbol meaningless number I think is a net positive.