Chapter 115 Design
In a blink of an eye, the next day.
Yiyou moves very quickly.
As soon as she arrived at the company this morning, Shen Miaomiao casually browsed the game-related social platforms and discovered an overwhelming amount of news related to "Titanfall".
Coupled with the praise and publicity of tap water players.
For a time, TTF was fighting fiercely with three other games from rival Xundeng, and it was like a fiery scene of three heroes fighting Lu Bu.
Among these announcements, there is a video with a very high number of likes, and it can be seen on almost every community platform.
In such a short period of one hour, Shen Miaomiao had seen it no less than three times.
So I went in out of curiosity.
The video is reproduced from Station B, and the title is - "Game Microscope: Use the method of pulling tabs to tell you what is the fun of TTF"
Following the address of the original video, Shen Miaomiao came to station B, first put in two coins, then took out a bag of potato chips from the drawer, turned the window to full screen, and watched it with interest.
The author of the video is a self-media account called "Game Microscope". The basic content of the video is to predict the core gameplay of the game or predict the plot of the game by analyzing the promotional video frame by frame.
Because most of his guesses are very accurate, he is also called a "game prophet" and "game crystal ball" by many fans. With more than 1.7 million fans, his influence cannot be underestimated.
Recently, with the release of trailers for six major **** games under Xunteng and Yiyou, the game microscope has also come to work. Under the urging of fans, a pull-tab analysis of the six games has been produced.
Among them, the one with the most likes and coins is the pull-tab analysis of TTF - Titanfall.
"Knowing the smallest details, I will show you the inconspicuous little things in the game. Welcome everyone to watch the latest issue of "Game Microscope". If you like my channel, you are welcome to vote for it and like it. So without further ado, please welcome me. Our protagonist today - Titanfall!"
“Let’s pull the tab—start—”
A barrage of bullets passed by:
‘Is TTF finally released?’
‘I can’t wait any longer’
‘That’s not how you catch fish’
GKDGKD! ’
‘Come here because of the reputation, I will definitely do it next time’
‘…’
Colorful barrages floating by are enough to prove the popularity of the game microscope.
With a self-media account that already has millions of fans, coupled with the secret operation of Yiyu, the number of views of this video far exceeds that of other works.
Following the anchor’s words, the game promotional video cuts in, and the microscope is heard saying:
“Okay timeout!”
The scene freezes at the moment when the riflemen rush out of the smoke.
“Amid the billowing smoke, a rifleman rushed out, with the camera behind him,”
“Now that I’ve knocked on the blackboard, students, what’s the audio-visual language for the camera?”
“That’s right, highlight the key points, give personality, and lock in the perspective,”
“And what is the main reason for doing such a lens language design?”
“Yes, it is to allow the audience to follow the protagonist’s perspective, appreciate the world and show this war,”
“Yes, the protagonist!”
At this point, the tone of the microscope increased:
“I have seen some joking comments before, saying that the Pilot looked very powerful in the promotional video, but only after entering the game did he realize that he was a rifleman,”
“Congratulations everyone, you guessed it correctly,”
“The protagonist of this game is the rifleman you are seeing now,”
“Because in the entire two minutes and forty seconds of the promotional video, he only used the following camera twice, and everyone else, including the long Pilot show in the middle,”
“The characters are all out of center and it is not a standard following shot,”
“And this is also reflected in the following scenes and voice-over,”
“So, I make a bold prediction that the story of Titanfall is actually very simple:”
"This is the story of the soldier we are seeing now, who grew from an ordinary rifleman to a pilot. What he has been pursuing is four words-"
As he spoke, Microscope dragged the promotional video to the end.
The voice-over sounds—
【The day when I become a Pilot is still far away, but when I become a Pilot, I hope I can - truly deserve it】
Yohe—kind of interesting?
Seeing this, Shen Miaomiao's eyes lit up and she found it quite interesting. She even admired the anchor's analytical ability and watched it with gusto.
Next, the microscope analyzed many elements to the audience by capturing them frame by frame—
For example, the skills of the Pilot are in the form of permanent + props. To replace the accessories of the Titan, you need to defeat the BOSS that is also a Titan and then plunder it. Judging from the level of cheating of the Pilot, there will definitely be self-aiming locks in the second half of the game...
Even, in the end, the microscope separated from the game promotional video, and ended with an analysis of the core of the game -
“It can be seen that this work is the ambitious work of supernova Gu Sheng,”
“He is very aware of the reason why the mecha game market has been sluggish, and he is trying to extend the freshness and experience of players in terms of game content through the form of Pilot + Titan,”
“And this kind of complementary design, Gu Sheng’s inspiration may lead to the birth of a level design that will amaze the gaming industry,”
“At the same time, I also believe that the road from a rifleman to a pilot will not be smooth sailing,”
“Although Golden Wind has never released a story-based game before, I have no doubts about their level of ability,”
“I look forward to witnessing this ups and downs and majestic heroic epic soon,”
“Okay, that’s all the content of this video. If you like my column, please don’t forget to like, collect and vote. See you in the next issue…”
The video ends here.
Shen Miaomiao also finished a bag of potato chips and flexed her fingers.
Mr. Shen had two words to comment on this video—
Happiness.
The first half of the video is actually pretty good. It’s all analyzed frame by frame based on the promotional video. Although some of the conjectures are outrageous, they can still be considered well-founded.
But in the second half of the video, the blogger obviously started to brag behind closed doors.
It is a level that astonishes the gaming industry, and it is a majestic and epic story. It is so hyped that I almost have to book a altar for Titanfall in advance.
Shen Miaomiao laughed it off.
Blow it, the more outrageous it is, the better, it’s just right, this is the effect I want.
The higher the blow, the worse the fall, the more losses, and the higher the rebate.
Happy.
Thinking about it!
Shen Miaomiao stood up, rolled up the potato chip package and threw it into the trash can.
“It’s a bit salty, let’s buy a cup of fruit tea…”
Smacking her lips, Shen Miaomiao opened the door and walked out of the office, took the elevator to the downstairs of the building.
Going out of the building through the electric door, the sun is shining brightly outside.
Shen Miaomiao hummed a tune that she didn't know what it was, and walked towards the tea shop with leisurely steps.
However, maybe she was in a good mood, or maybe she was too careless.
So much so that when she passed by the coffee shop next to the tea shop, she didn't notice at all that there was a man sitting in a booth at the back of the coffee shop.
Gu Sheng.
At this moment, Gu Sheng was holding a cup of coffee.
Opposite him, there was a girl in a small suit who was beautiful, intellectual and generous.
…
“The director’s position remains unchanged, with an annual salary of 1.2 million, and project dividends at the end of the year,”
In the cafe summary, a well-dressed lady with a beautiful face said to Gu Sheng who was sitting opposite:
"Mr. Gu, when people go to higher places, water flows to lower places."
“Since I am sitting here on behalf of Xunteng Technology today, I can fully represent our sincerity,”
“Today, what we urgently need are talents like you who know how to grasp the market trends and have the courage to pioneer and innovate,”
“That’s why we’re offering such a generous offer... Oh no, it’s an unbelievably generous offer. We sincerely invite you to join us!”
good!
The woman in front of Gu Sheng is Zhen Tingmei, general manager Chen Guangde's personal secretary from Xunteng Technology.
Just half an hour ago, Gu Sheng originally wanted to come down and buy a cup of coffee as usual.
When he was about to pay, he was stopped by Secretary Zhen.
He raised his hand and replaced the cappuccino he was planning to pack away with a more expensive cold brew. He ordered another glass of iced Americano for himself, and then without any explanation, he pulled Gu Sheng to the booth.
If this was a man, Gu Sheng would have fought with him, and it was a legitimate defense on the spot.
But it was really ungentlemanly to throw away the lady's hand, so Gu Sheng had no choice but to sit down with Secretary Zhen.
Get straight to the point.
After Secretary Zhen introduced herself to the family at the beginning, Gu Sheng knew what she was doing—
Pry the corners.
And the fact was just as he expected.
As we all know, Xunteng Game Group has six major divisions, including Tianlang, Guangyao and other three ace-level game studios.
And Xunteng Technology—a comprehensive company responsible for platform operations and game-related industries.
Theoretically, the six major department companies are all under the Xunteng Game Group and are under the jurisdiction of Xunteng Corporation.
But in fact, Xunteng Technology’s group status is superior to the five major studios.
And this time!
Founded by the impact of the **** masterpiece Waterloo, Xunteng Technology reported to its superiors that it wanted to set up a somatosensory cabin game development studio specifically for the third generation of polar bears.
To put it nicely, this is business expansion and all-round development.
To put it bluntly, Chen Guangde just wants to put those five wastes away and build a direct line of ace troops to serve Xunteng Technology, the third generation of Polar Bear and subsequent upgraded somatosensory cabin products. And the top candidate for the commander-in-chief of the ace army!
It’s Gu Sheng!
Of course, in order to win over him, the conditions offered by Xunteng Technology this time are naturally very generous and full of sincerity!
Director position! An annual salary of 1.2 million! Year-end bonus dividends!
The most important thing is that if Gu Sheng chooses to join Xunteng Technology, he will be the one who will expand the territory!
The future is limitless!
He is also a human being.
Faced with such terrifyingly favorable conditions, it would be a lie to say that you are not moved at all!
and!
Gu Sheng has heard about Chen Guangde.
Different from the five major studios, and even the overall style of the entire Xunteng game, Chen Guangde is a relatively different kind of boss.
He is very receptive to new things and is willing to explore new areas and explore progress through constant attempts.
At the same time, he is also very sharp in his skills. He dares to fight and carry. He has a wide range of acting styles, and his bottom line in doing things is very low.
It is said that when Yiyoux1 and Polar Bear 2 were first launched, they were causing quite a stir.
This fierce boss led Ren Renyiyou to negotiate, and in front of the then Yiyou CEO (who was not Yan Sheng at that time), he poured a pot of boiling tea into the rich bamboo bottle on the CEO's desk. After leaving, I also wish people "great wealth and prosperity".
Yiyou was furious on the spot and wanted to surround Xun Teng's people, but the old guy was even more aggressive and took out his stick with a snap.
In the end, the police arrived at the scene and mediated the matter. At that time, it was considered a major topic of conversation in the gaming circle.
Such a person is now invited to join the army and become a pioneer general in opening up new territories, with preferential treatment.
It’s hard for Gu Sheng not to be moved.
but!
There is Xun Teng after all.
No matter how tough and eclectic Chen Guangde is, he will never be able to change the shackles of the group.
Now, Gu Sheng is in charge of project personnel in the golden wind.
Even to a certain extent, he is the CEO of Golden Wind, while Xiao Nezha is the one who pays unconditionally.
But if you get to Xun Teng!
He has Chen Guangde above him, Chen Guangde has Xunteng Game Group above him, and Xunteng Game Group has Xunteng Corporation above him.
That is a behemoth with a well-organized structure!
Let’s not talk about anything else!
“Let’s open the skylight and speak frankly, Secretary Zhen,”
Gu Sheng opened his mouth and said:
“If at this moment, I was not in Golden Wind, but in Xunteng Technology,”
“So, is it possible that Titanfall, a project that has almost consumed most of our company’s funds, will happen?”
Believe in yourself unconditionally.
In addition to Xiao Nezha, can Chen Guangde also do this?
However!
Secretary Zhen is such a smart person, she smiled on the spot:
“If Director Gu was at Xunteng Technology, this situation would never have happened,”
“I’m referring to the situation where... even if most of the company’s funds are spent, the amount is less than 200 million.”
Grass! !
Secretary Zhen's words were like a sharp blade, almost piercing Gu Sheng's guard.
Having money means being able to do whatever you want...
Gu Sheng almost smiled bitterly and nodded:
"Then let me put it another way, if I were to release a game tomorrow with an investment of 1 billion, the theme of the game would be to let players stare at a rotating mountain in a daze, watch the seasons change, watch the sun rise and set, watch the grass grow and wither, and the years change. ,"
“Will Mr. Chen still allow me to initiate the project?”
What Gu Sheng is talking about is "Mountain" which was hailed as "the first of the four STEAM masterpieces" in his previous life.
This game is just like what he said, there is no gameplay, it is just a life thinking simulator, extremely abstract.
This is also one of Gu Sheng’s future development lists.
Of course, the premise is to wait until Golden Wind’s funds are no longer tight and they really have money to make.
“Uh this…”
Gu Sheng’s question put Secretary Zhen in a dilemma:
“Actually…if you could elaborate on the selling points of this game, I think it’s not impossible for Mr. Chen to agree.”
“Profit point?”
Gu Sheng smiled:
“The profit point is through word of mouth among players who have a mentality of cheating each other, or some people who are really bored buy it to pass the time.”
“That’s all?” Secretary Zhen raised her eyebrows in surprise.
Gu Sheng nodded: "That's all."
Abstract supernova lives up to its name.
Secretary Zhen cursed in her heart.
This game is too stupid. Even if Mr. Chen agrees, the group will not approve the payment.
Unless the whole group is crazy.
“Can it be said that...”
Secretary Zhen shrugged and frowned:
“Can Mr. Shen agree to such a project?”
“Nine times out of ten,”
In this regard, Gu Sheng is very sure:
“My little one… Mr. Shen’s spirit of exploring games has always been very high,”
“She will always be interested in game types that are not popular in the market,”
“For example, Danmaku games, horror games, and mecha games,”
“That’s why we have achievements and works such as ‘vampire-like’, ‘psychological horror’, ‘second-generation FPS’ and ‘Titanfall’,”
“This is also one of the main reasons why I am willing to stay at Golden Wind,”
“Because here, I can play the games I like without being restricted.”
——
After hearing Gu Sheng’s words, Secretary Zhen took a deep breath!
"So...Director Gu is really not ready to consider our kind invitation?"
"hehe,"
Hearing this, he took a sip of coffee and frowned slightly:
“Cold brew is more expensive, but it may not be to everyone’s taste.”
“For example, you?” Secretary Zhen looked at Gu Sheng.
Gu Sheng shrugged and nodded: "Like me."
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Seeing this, Secretary Zhen sighed with disappointment, stood up, smiled and shook hands with Gu Sheng:
“Well, Director Gu is very talkative. Although we did not reach a cooperation today, it is an honor to chat with you.”
“What did Secretary Zhen say?”
Gu Sheng also stood up, smiled and stretched out his hand to hold Secretary Zhen’s hand:
“Thank you for your sincerity. I have little talent and knowledge, so I won’t...”
However!
Gu Sheng hasn’t finished speaking yet!
Suddenly!
I just felt a burst of strength coming from my hand!
Zhen Tingmei jumped forward, put his hands on her waist, and then rushed into his arms.
In a flash of lightning, the two of them faced each other.
Oh shit!
Gu Sheng cursed secretly and took a step back. But at this time, Zhen Tingmei had already let go of him and winked at him provocatively:
“The vanilla smell on Director Gu’s body is indeed fascinating.”
It was the morning working time, and there was no one in the cafe.
Now, apart from the two of them, there is only one group of guests from the next table.
Gu Sheng secretly thought something was wrong and turned around to look.
I saw the only remaining guest in the group holding a camera and a mobile phone.
Have a rest.
Gu Sheng sighed secretly.
The ‘guests’ at this table are from the same group as Zhen Tingmei.
“Hehehe, I’m sorry, Director Gu,”
Seeing Gu Sheng frowning, Zhen Tingmei said cheerfully:
“Special times, special measures, don’t mind, Director Gu...”
Seeing Zhen Tingmei's winning smile, Gu Sheng shook his head helplessly: "I've heard for a long time that Mr. Chen will do anything to achieve his goals, and today I saw it,"
“You stay here to negotiate with me. It’s easy to talk about everything. If you can’t reach an agreement, you take photos in a different position and spread it to the media to drive a wedge. Isn’t it a complete set of scenes?”
“But this is less than fifty meters away from my company,”
“Do you think it was faster for you to notify the media, or for me to go upstairs and report to Mr. Shen in advance?”
It’s easy to defeat the alienation plot.
As long as he goes upstairs now, tells Little Nezha that he was set up by the people from Xunteng Technology, and tells the whole story.
In this way, no matter how much the media spreads rumors tomorrow, the relationship between him and Shen Miaomiao will still remain intact.
However!
It seems that Gu Sheng has been expecting this for a long time!
Zhen Tingmei took the mobile phone from the hand of the person at the next table and waved it in front of Gu Sheng.
The photo shows the moment when he and Zhen Tingmei "embraced" each other. Zhen Tingmei took the position, and it looked like the two of them were kissing.
Zhen Tingmei was very satisfied with the angle of the photo: "Guess who is faster: you run faster, or I send the text message to Mr. Shen faster?"
Gu Sheng's expression froze: "What the hell..."
(End of this chapter)