Too many contests (overrated?)
Am I the only one that thinks Newgrounds maybe has too many contests? Eh, it probably is just me. But I really think NG has a bit too many contests and cash prizes, yeah its cool, to get money for some things you make.. but sometimes it gets a bit overrated.
Pico Day, for example, I know a few people who just joined to have a chance at getting a few extra bucks, without even knowing the knowledge or background info, on the character or NG mascot to begin with. I honestly think you should join something just to participate in the NG community and feel involved, rather than having money always involved in everything you do.
It's cool to get money sometimes, but theres a point where you should just do something for just...the reason, rather than a money outcome. Animation is a hobby of mine, not something to role in a few bucks. I animate because I WANT too, not because I want to earn money from it. I just want to be noticed a bit, nothing more. And if I end up with rewards at the end, than so be it. I think a monthly contest is enough for now, not all these MADNESS and whatever holidays cashroles. Eh, I don't know.
What do you think?