While the OP did not mention what errors earned him a negative reputation so he left his old account and started with a new account.
OP, can we know what caused you to leave your old account and start with a new one after 2 years ?
I think nothing has changed too much about the forum. Although there are some additional rules for new users, but I think you already know because you left the forum in midle 2018. @Coyster has mentioned it for you.
Enhanced newbie restrictions & requirements
Trust flags
Bumping changes on some boards
This forum is a friendly place for anyone if you are here because you want to gain knowledge and will become hell for those whose purpose is to become a troll or spammer. You can be a useful user if you can make a good contribution to the forum especially if you have an interest in something like eradicating spammers, cheater detector or other useful things depending on your ability and will. Determine your interests initially if you want to be a useful user.