i definitely miss the vibes of forums soooo much. (i used to be a staunch gaiaonline user LOL) I think me, personally, I prefer the internet experience of forums where it feels more like i'm passing by, i leave a little comment, and be on my way. (ig that's also why i prefer tumblr bc it's a bit more "indirect" interaction that way)

twitter feels like i'm barging into someone's front door to say something, and discord feels like being crammed in the world's largest group chat... (and discord servers are just not as accessible imo 😭) Maybe i'm just a shy person or just too used to old internet, but these common social medias don't make me feel as inclined to use them to find community AKSJDSA.

Using the FRAF forums recently have really brought back the feeling of what i've loved about the internet back then that i've been missing so much tbh.

also to answer your question, yes! i think forums makes for a much more easygoing hub of discussion for ppl of like-minded interests to gather, it's feels like a nice balance of both community and an easygoing pace!