[XB] Game Threads 2.2.1 Release Candidate 1

Simplify creating game discussion threads with automatic imports from igdb.com and TheGamesDB.net. Perfect for game review sites or gaming communities.

Features:​

• Automated Thread Posting: Instantly sets the thread title to the game’s official name. Inserts a game header with box art and key details.
• Personal Game Lists: Add games to your Favorites. Mark games as Played. Track games you Own.
• User Ratings & Reviews: Rate games on a 5 stars scale. Sort threads by rating to highlight the best-reviewed games.
• Customizable Forum Listings: Show game info like box art, genre, and platform in thread lists. Admins choose which details to display.
• Duplicate Thread Prevention: Detects duplicates and merges new threads into existing ones for the same game.
• Advanced Search & Filter: Find threads by genre, platform, or game title for easy navigation.
• Forum Management Tools: Assign multiple forums as game-specific sections. Restrict forums to certain genres or platforms for better organization.
• User criteria Integration: Use user criteria to reward users with trophy points for starting game threads.
• Smart Game URL Autocomplete: Suggests game URLs by title when creating threads (IGDB API).
• Multiple API Support: Integrates with both TGDB and IGDB.
• Custom Game Support: Add and discuss games not found on TGDB or IGDB, enabling threads for any title—even obscure or unreleased games.

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• [XB] Movie Threads
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Or explore our full collection of New Thread Types.

To use this add-on, you need to obtain your own API keys​

This add-on supports both TheGamesDB.net (TGDB) and IGDB.com APIs. You will need to obtain your own API keys for each service. Follow these steps:

TGDB API Key​

1. Create an account
   Go to TheGamesDB.net and sign up for a free account if you don’t already have one.
2. Log in to your account and navigate to the API key section
   Click API Access Request in the footer.
3. Request API Access
   Click *Fill in the required information. Confirm the request.
4. Copy your API key
   Once approved, your API key will appear in the list.
5. Enter the key in the add-on settings
   Go to the add-on settings and paste your API key in the designated field.

IGDB API Key​

1. Create a Twitch Developer account
   Go to the Twitch Developer Console and log in or sign up.
2. Register your application
   Click Applications and then Register Your Application. Fill in the required details.
3. Get your Client ID and Client Secret
   After registering, you’ll receive a Client ID and Client Secret.
4. Enter the credentials in the add-on settings
   Go to the add-on settings and enter your IGDB Client ID and Client Secret in the designated fields.

Note​

• The TGDB API enforces a monthly query limit. If your site exceeds this limit, TheGamesDB.net will return errors and imports will fail.
• IGDB API usage is subject to Twitch’s rate limits and terms of service.

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