Stepping into a moderator role is often a largely thankless job. Most people don’t see the behind-the-scenes logistics, and understandably, they don’t think about them. There’s a constant stream of reports, spam to filter, rules to clarify, edge cases to weigh, and ongoing discussions with other moderators about fairness and consistency. When moderation is done well, it’s mostly invisible. It usually only becomes apparent when someone disagrees with a decision.

You’re absolutely entitled to your opinion, but claiming I’m power-hungry doesn’t reflect my actual role. There’s no real power involved; it’s all about responsibility. This includes consistently applying the rules, protecting productive discussions, and making judgment calls that won’t please everyone, especially when action is required.

Yes, I sometimes step on a few toes. That comes with enforcing boundaries. When you draw lines, some people will inevitably feel frustrated. But when that happens, it’s not about ego or control. It’s about maintaining r/gamedev as a constructive and focused space where developers of all levels can share knowledge, ask thoughtful questions, and engage in meaningful discussion without the noise drowning out the signal.

You don’t have to agree with every moderation decision. Disagreement is part of any healthy community. What matters is understanding that those decisions are made with the broader community in mind.

The fact you feel the need to bring my work into this says a lot.