I have been using GameSpot even since before 2007, I don't really know the year. But, when I created this account, I had even signed up for the PLUS package, how much I was using it. But then yes, tapered off using it. I do understand that some of it is to keep spammers away, but this is ridiculous, seems like it's taking forever to get to level 3. I am 24 years old (25 in 5 months, 2 days from now), not a fan-boy of anything, and am one of the most helpful people. I usually always look at things from both sides, and have a lot of insight to things. I have always been a PC gamer at heart, but have just been in the gaming/tech world. I am only going on this rant to try to get my level up, but just don't feel like I should. I can only go around, look at things, yet, want to give some feedback on a game, but I can't. So, I guess after this post, I will see how much it goes up. But this is also why I kind of stopped using GameSpot, for the sole reason of why I am ranting, but I like GameSpot. So, I say good day to you all who happen to stumble upon this, and see you around the site. Cheers, Mark