Suggestion for Resolving the Galaxy Editor Upload Block

Editor Discussion
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As far as I understand, Galaxy Editor uploads are currently blocked.
From what I have heard, this is because a particular user uploaded inappropriate content through the Galaxy Editor, and Blizzard has temporarily restricted uploads to find a technical solution.

As someone who hopes for the prompt normalization of Galaxy Editor functions, I would like to offer a suggestion:
Technically, it would be very difficult and costly to pre-screen and moderate all uploaded content. Therefore, I suggest that access to the Galaxy Editor uploader should be limited to users who have a verified purchase history of StarCraft II, or alternatively, that the Galaxy Editor uploading service could be operated under a monthly subscription model.

This would allow Blizzard to take appropriate legal action, such as claiming damages, against users who upload inappropriate content. It would also help Blizzard commercially by offsetting server maintenance and operational costs.

I sincerely hope this suggestion is helpful and that Galaxy Editor service will be restored as soon as possible.

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I do not want to have to spend money to have to upload 315MB. This is a terrible suggestion as well as a complete misunderstanding of whatโ€™s going on. Just wait for the service to be restored.

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Of course, users wouldnโ€™t want to spend money. However, without a revenue model for StarCraft 2, the service quality of the Galaxy Editor, which is just draining server resources, will continue to deteriorate. In that case, switching to a paid model and guaranteeing uploads only for those who pay would be a way for both the company and passionate users to win-win. How long will we keep expecting everything to be free?

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You already do??? Uploading isnโ€™t available to purely free accounts.

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Indeed, even users who made a very small purchase, such as buying a campaign like Nova Covert Ops, currently hold permanent upload privileges.
Many of these players who bought campaigns years ago (sometimes over 10 years ago) have continued to enjoy upload access, even though in most legal systems, purchase records are rarely preserved for more than a decade.

I do understand that this situation makes it difficult to maintain service quality and oversight.
If Blizzard were to shift to a subscription-based model for Galaxy Editor uploads, it would likely lead to better service quality and faster responses to issues, as the active paying user base would be easier to manage and monitor.

Of course, I also understand that some players may feel reluctant to pay extra fees.
However, some level of investment might be necessary to maintain a healthy and sustainable service environment.

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I would just be happy if there was a way to increase the upload limit of my account without having to use alts.

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if you ever get to upload again

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Proposed Solutions

Blizzard can likely fix this by:

  • Using AI and human moderators to scan uploads for harmful content, enforcing strict rules with bans.
  • Patching the exploit allowing unauthorized videos, such as blocking remote server connections.
  • Limiting video playback and adding player controls like a toggle to disable videos.
  • Verifying map creators and improving publishing security with version control and upload limits.
  • Enhancing player protections, like warnings for unverified maps and blocking harmful visuals.
  • Engaging the community with better reporting tools and promoting safe maps.
  • Modernizing the Arcadeโ€™s infrastructure long-term, possibly with community developer help.

These steps aim to balance security with the Arcadeโ€™s creative freedom, but implementation may take time due to resource constraints.

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Does anyone have any idea or estimate when weโ€™ll be able to upload again? If at all?

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Try reading in the SC2mapster Discord. :wink: