31-08-2011, 09:09 AM
I know there is a case for keeping the viewing of live games free to get maximum number of hits so as to attract a sponsor however as the viewers are arguably the main beneficiaries of live games, it does seem unfair if they make no contribution. I would suggest that a basic service remains free but a pay-per-view premium service is also provided that might include:-
commentary
messaging to discuss games with other users
vote for best game / move - could be linked to prize for players
post game analysis
Perhaps a board can be used for post match analysis either in the way of master game commentary from the players or perhaps as a lesson by a higher rated player going through a selected game.
The idea of having a best live game (or move?) voted for by viewers could be used to spice up the bids for being on a live board - the higher your bid the higher your potential prize if your game gets the most hits/votes from the viewers.
commentary
messaging to discuss games with other users
vote for best game / move - could be linked to prize for players
post game analysis
Perhaps a board can be used for post match analysis either in the way of master game commentary from the players or perhaps as a lesson by a higher rated player going through a selected game.
The idea of having a best live game (or move?) voted for by viewers could be used to spice up the bids for being on a live board - the higher your bid the higher your potential prize if your game gets the most hits/votes from the viewers.