Hello!
Have you ever watched a VoD and thought: why is his cam over there?; what item does that guy have?; who has the higher gpm?
I have a solution for you!
Dedicated Spectator Servers!
Features:

  • User controlled! You get to steer the camera, see people's items, just as if you were you were actually spectating the game!
  • Castable, the DSS's host uses the ingame VoIP feature to speak to all spectators, the host can also asign others as casters, thus making guest casting a possibility!
  • Being as it is a dedicated server, it does not put strain on the actual gameserver.
  • Mid-game joinable, you know those times that you really wish you were there 5 minutes ago when it started, and now you have to wait for the replay to see the game, this function makes it possible to join in the heat of battle!
  • Settings: You can set up your server just as you like it, password, delaytime, slots, etc.
  • In-game chat with the casters and other spectators. All spectators can turn this off if they like.
  • A new tab for these servers, where you can find games to watch if you are bored or just in the mood to judge people.

I was inspired by Valve's HLTV, and I remember that it was a really good function.
I've added some of the points that I would like to see get implemented.

Thank you for your time, please tell me what you think and give me creative criticism!

Regards, Berndt.