1) Many mods are very ambitious in scope-- gamplay changes, graphical overhauls, series of new quest lines-- but have very few developers per project. Meaning optimization/bug control is an active issue. I do not want to pay $9.99 just to realize the mod runs like crap or bugs out.
2) Many mods for TES are for shits and giggles. You turn the dragons in Skyrim into Thomas the Train for awhile than you turn it off. It is such a short term pleasure, it is not worth paying for each mod of this sort. The joy of modding in these types of mods is based on the sheer volume and quick pace at which you can implement and than trash such mods. Having a pay wall just does not make sense for such mods.
Valve is trying to make an economic argument that a payment system will bolster the modding community as it will encourage more creators. However, given the nature of TES mods outlined above, it just does not make sense. I am usually not an anti-microtransaction/monetization guy concerning games, but in this case, I am staunchly against the idea. Monetizing mods will be bad for Valve, TES mod creators, fans, and the very concept and popularity of modding in general.
@rollingzeppelin: I am glad to have been a help to you. Best of luck to you and let us know what happened with the psychiatrist (if you don't mind sharing AND if and only if you think sharing would be a helpful to you)
The sudden reversal in mood, the huge surge in energy, hints of insomnia, these are all descriptive of mania. Perhaps you have found a very profound and effective personal epiphany, and if that is the case I sincerely congratulate you, but just to be on the safe side, why not consult with a psychiatrist. Unipolar depression developing into bipolar disorder is not uncommon.
I remember on a particular podcast, Patrick talked extensively about some kind of flash game. It sounded like it was mostly a comedic game, a lot of the humor hinging on SNES call backs, and less of an actual basketball game. He mentioned something about Shaq crying in the game over screen or the like. Anybody have any clue what game I am referring to?
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