As soon as she arrived at the company that morning, Shen Miaomiao casually browsed game-related social platforms and discovered an overwhelming amount of news related to "Titanfall".
Coupled with the touting 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 fierce 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 reprinted from Station B, and the title is - "Game Microscope: Use the method of pulling tabs to tell you what is so fun about 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 into full screen, and watched it with relish.
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 escort 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 Our protagonist today - Titanfall!"
"Let's pull the tab - start -"
A barrage passed by:
'Sign in'
‘Has TTF finally come out?’
‘I can’t wait any longer’
‘That’s not how fish are caught’
‘GKDGKD!’
‘Come here because of the reputation, I will definitely do it next time’
‘…’
The 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 Yiyou's secret operation, 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.
"Amidst the billowing smoke, a rifleman rushed out, with the camera behind him,"
"Knock on the blackboard, students, what is the audio-visual language for the camera?"
"That's right, highlight the key points, give personality, and lock the perspective,"
"And what is the main reason for doing such a lens language design?"
"Yes, it is just to allow the audience to follow the protagonist's perspective, appreciate the world and show this war,"
"Yes, protagonist!"
Having said this, the tone of the microscope increased:
"I have seen some joking comments before, saying that in the promotional video, the Pilot looked very powerful, but after entering the game, he discovered that he was a rifleman,"
"Congratulations everyone, you guessed 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. Everyone else, including the long Pilot show in the middle,"
"None of the characters are centered, it's not a standard following shot,"
"And this is also reflected in the subsequent 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 to be able to deserve it]
Yo-ha—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 permanent + props. To replace the accessories of the Titan, you need to defeat the BOSS that is also a Titan and then loot it. Judging from the level of cheating of the Pilot, there will definitely be self-aim locks in the second half of the game...
…
Even, in the end, 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, maybe Gu Sheng's inspiration will lead to the birth of a level design that will shock the gaming industry,"
"At the same time, I also believe that the road from a rifleman to a pilot will not be easy,"
"Although Golden Wind has never released a story-based game before, I have no doubts about their ability level,"
"I look forward to witnessing this ups and downs, majestic and 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 next time..."
The video ends here.
Shen Miaomiao also finished a bag of potato chips and twitched her fingers.
Mr. Shen had two words to comment on this video——
Fun.
The first half of the video is actually pretty good. It is all analyzed frame by frame based on the promotional video. Although some of the conjectures are quite outrageous, they can still be considered to be based on evidence.
But in the second half of the video, the blogger obviously started to brag behind closed doors.
It is a level that amazes the game industry, and it is a majestic and epic story. It is so popular that I almost have to reserve a place for Titanfall in advance.
Shen Miaomiao smiled at this.
Blow it, the more outrageous it is, the better, it’s just right, this is the effect I want.
The higher the blow, the harder the fall, the more losses, and the higher the rebate.
Beautiful.
Thinking!
Shen Miaomiao stood up, rolled up the potato chip package and threw it into the trash can.
"It's a bit salty, let's go buy a cup of fruit tea..."
After smacking her lips, Shen Miaomiao opened the door and walked out of the office, took the elevator to the downstairs of the building.
Walking 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 too 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 bonuses at the end of the year,"
Summary of the cafe, a lady with exquisite clothes and a beautiful face said to Gu Sheng 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 favorable condition. We sincerely invite you to join us!"
good!
The woman in front of Gu Sheng was 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.
But 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, and ordered himself a glass of iced Americano. Then without any explanation, he pulled Gu Sheng to the booth.
If this was a man, Gu Sheng would have fought with him, and he was acting in self-defense.
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 her family at the beginning, Gu Sheng knew what she was doing——
Pry the corner.
And the reality was just as he expected.
As we all know, Xunteng Game Group has six major divisions, namely 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 higher than that of the five major studios.
And this time!
Affected by the Escort 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! Annual salary of 1.2 million! Year-end bonus bonus!
The most important thing is that if Gu Sheng chooses to join Xunteng Technology, he will be a minister who will open up new territories!
The future is limitless!
Gu Sheng's heart was moved.
He is also a human being.
Faced with such terrifying and favorable conditions, it would be a lie to say that you are not moved at all!
and!
Gu Sheng had heard about Chen Guangde.
Different from the five major studios, and even the overall style of Xunteng Games, 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, his skills are also very sharp, he dares to hit and carry, his acting style is very open, and his bottom line in doing things is... very low.
It is said that when Yiyoux1 and Polar Bear II were just launched, they were causing quite a stir.
This fierce boss led Renren Yiyou 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".
The entertainment team got angry on the spot and tried to surround Xun Teng's people, but the old guy got even more aggressive and took out his stick with a snap.
In the end, the police arrived at the scene and the matter was rectified. At that time, it was considered a major topic of discussion in the gaming circle.
Such a person is now invited to join the company and become a pioneer general in opening up new territories, with favorable treatment.
It was hard for Gu Sheng not to be moved.
but!
That's Xundeng 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, and Xiao Nezha is the one who pays unconditionally.
But if you get to Xun Teng!
Above him is Chen Guangde, above Chen Guangde is Xunteng Game Group, and above Xunteng Game Group is Xunteng Corporation.
It was a behemoth with a tight organization structure!
Not to mention 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 appear?"
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 most of the company's funds are spent and the amount is less than 200 million."
Grass!!!
Secretary Zhen's words were like a sharp blade, almost piercing Gu Sheng's guard.
If you have money, you can do whatever you want...
Gu Sheng almost laughed 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 four 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 was talking about was "Mountain" which was known 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.
"Could it be that……"
Secretary Zhen shrugged and frowned:
"Can Mr. Shen agree to such a project?"
"Nine times out of ten,"
Gu Sheng was very certain about this:
"My little one... Mr. Shen has always had a high spirit of exploring games,"
"She will always be interested in game types that are not popular in the market,"
"For example, barrage 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 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."
hiss--
After listening to 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:
“Although cold brew is more expensive, it may not suit everyone’s taste.”
"For example, you?" Secretary Zhen looked at Gu Sheng.
Gu Sheng shrugged and nodded: "Like me."
"call--"
Seeing this, Secretary Zhen sighed with some disappointment, stood up, smiled and shook hands with Gu Sheng:
"Well, Director Gu is very talkative. Although we didn't reach a cooperation today, it's an honor to be able 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 the 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 really fascinating."
It was during morning working hours, 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 that the only remaining guest in the group also had a camera and a mobile phone in his hand.
Give it 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 and 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 whatever it takes to achieve his goals, and I saw it today."
"Stand down and invite me to negotiate. It's easy to talk about everything. If we can't reach an agreement, we'll take photos in a different position and spread it to the media to drive a wedge between us. It's quite a complete show, isn't it?"
"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 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 remain intact.
However!
It seems that Gu Sheng has been expected to do this for a long time!
They saw Zhen Tingmei taking the mobile phone from the hand of the person at the next table and shaking it in front of Gu Sheng.
The photo above shows the moment when he and Zhen Tingmei were "embracing" 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 which one is faster is you running faster or the text message I sent to Mr. Shen?"