After the players' cheers suddenly broke out, they didn't stop for a long time.
It lasted for more than two minutes.
no way.
The players are so excited.
There is no game type that big companies can't make...or to be more precise, ordinary companies don't even want to touch it.
There is definitely a place for 'open world' among them.
For a while, the open world was even hailed as the threshold of ‘masterpieces’!
The so-called open world, strictly speaking, does not have a clear definition here.
Because it cannot be defined.
Computer technology and the narrative structure of stand-alone games limit the upper limit of the game world to some extent.
The open world can be said to be open, but it is not completely 'open'. It is still strictly restricted by the underlying rules of the game.
It can be said that an open world in the true sense does not exist.
Because no matter what the game is, there will always be boundaries in the end, and there will always be things that cannot be done.
So many times, this type of game is more of a gimmick.
but.
Even so.
Players still do this.
Why?
Because this type of game gives players a brand new gaming experience...or, in other words, players expect such a type of game to give them such an experience.
In general games, no matter how big the map is, if the player does not follow the main storyline, it will still be difficult to move forward.
Many things, such as which path to take and which BOSS to fight, are all designed in advance.
You can't say this is bad.
but.
As the times progress, players really hope that there will be a game that is more...free.
And developers with ideals and businessmen with keen sense of smell are also interested in making bigger games.
Because they know very well that a real virtual world is really attractive.
Then.
The open world game type came into being.
The concept of open world appeared equally early in this world.
But it really became popular because of technological progress.
Since most of the early open-world games required heavy investment and long time consumption, they were unmatched by latecomers in terms of gameplay and game depth.
This unprecedented game type had a huge impact on players at a time when linear games were the mainstay and the world of small gardens was popular.
With such a large investment, of course the manufacturer is also very aggressive in publicity and distribution.
So very quickly.
The impression that an open world is equal to a 'masterpiece' or even 'superior' is firmly established.
At this point, this genre has also become a luxury product and a reflection of the technology and strength of game production companies.
Follow-up.
In this type of business, the companies that took the lead have also reaped huge rewards.
Various manufacturers are following the trend and developing their own open worlds one after another in order to keep up with the trend of the times and take advantage of this hot topic.
This genre has really become popular.
At the same time, the concept that an open world equals a masterpiece has also become deeply rooted in the player community.
Then...
Problems also arise.
What are the characteristics of open world games?
Large-area map, seamless connection, 3D, diverse gameplay and sufficient game content, as well as strong interactivity.
In summary, it is necessary to build an extremely real world and even make the whole world come alive.
In addition to interacting with players, NPCs must also have their own activities. The world in the game exists independently of the players, and it has a complete set of operating rules.
But this set of standards, I have to say, is too stringent...
Not everyone is Rockstar or Nintendo.
Although many games are under the banner of open world, players soon discovered.
Many open world games are beggar’s versions…
Not only is the map very large, there are also many branch lines added to the game, and a variety of collection elements and development elements are placed.
But that's all.
The map is large, but the content is too repetitive, and players come and go with just a few ways to play the game.
The elements in the map are highly repetitive and there is basically nothing new.
The so-called big map is just a big map.
It has a huge skeleton but not enough content to fill it up, so it cannot give players a good gaming experience.
The concept of "open world" is making a lot of noise.
But apart from the novelty at the beginning, players found it quite interesting.
Other times, players never really encounter an 'open world' game that satisfies them.
until.
Lin Mu Studio was born.
At this moment.
Only the players know.
Brother, it turns out this is an open world!
This is also one of the opportunities for the "open world" game type to truly establish its status.
So far.
The open world has become the most "awesome" game type in this world in the minds of players.
but.
After "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild".
This game type has returned to its old ways, although there are many similar games under the banner of "development world".
But basically all of them are Beggar’s Editions…
Most of them are just big maps.
Just don’t mention Nintendo and Rockstar.
Even B company didn’t come out with one.
It’s all Ubisoft’s canned open world…
Players leave with high expectations every time, and then come back disappointed after buying the game.
They want a truly open world game more than anyone else.
What should I say, you can't be like "The Legend of Zelda", you have to at least look like that, right?
but no.
So this leads to a very embarrassing situation.
Players agree that the ‘open world’ game type is awesome and want to play it.
Manufacturers also agree that the "open world" game type is awesome and want to produce it.
This game type is very popular and it can be said that everyone knows it.
But there is no work that satisfies players...
It's just awkward there.
but!
Just now.
Zhong Xiu said.
Linmu Studio is going to make an open world game...
The most high-profile game company wants to create a game type that attracts the most attention from players!
Linmu Studio makes open world games.
Although Zhong Xiu didn't say it explicitly.
But the hint is really too obvious.
The player heard this.
How does it feel?
——Holy shit! The professionals are here!
Then.
That's all.
The cheering didn't stop for a long time.
Zhong Xiu could wait patiently at first.
But he soon discovered that if he didn't speak, the players would keep cheering.
He can't bear it...
Where is the head?
"Yes, you guessed it right, it's an open world."
Zhong Xiu had to speak, interrupting the cheers of the players.
but.
He personally admitted that the next game to be announced by Linmu Studio will be an open world game.
Although there was a moment when the cheers of the players stopped.
But then.
All the audience in the audience cheered louder and louder.
Some people just whistled.
For example, Li Yu, after hearing Zhong Xiu's personal admission, he immediately waved his fists and was so excited that he couldn't help himself.
"..."
Zhong Xiu saw this scene on the stage and smiled softly.
I really can’t say anything...
There was nothing he could do.
We can only let the players vent their excitement first.
Then.
The player actually shouted for nearly five minutes.
"We have been preparing for this new game for a long time. Yes, it is a new game. You should be able to guess it when you see me on stage."
"This is not a console game."
finally.
Zhong Xiu found an opportunity.
As soon as he said these words, the players calmed down a little.
Because this means that it is not a sequel to "The Legend of Zelda".
It's a new work from the PC department.
The open world game that impressed players the most is still Zelda.
The game is not out now.
Players can't imagine a game they haven't played before.
So I calmed down for now.
He turned to look straight at the stage, waiting for Zhong Xiu's next words.
"but."
Zhong Xiu found that the seemingly endless cheering finally stopped.
He breathed a sigh of relief.
However, he did not just watch the player's heart grow cold. He quickly said something to raise the player's expectations again: "I heard that Zhu Nianqiao is also preparing a surprise."
As soon as he said this.
The player's eyes instantly brightened again.
Zhu Nianqiao is the head of the console department, and everyone knows it.
"However, the theme of this meeting is not Zhu Nian Qiao. I won't reveal the specific content. Let's talk about the new games of our PC department."
Zhong Xiu saw the players' expressions and nodded with satisfaction.
Then he stopped and changed the subject.
That’s it for painting cakes…
"First of all, this will be an excellent open world game, there is no doubt about it."
Zhong Xiu started pacing the stage and began to lay the groundwork for the game to be announced next: "As for what an open world game is, to be honest with you, I don't really understand it either."
"To tell you the truth, I checked it carefully."
"The definition given by many manufacturers is that an open world game can be regarded as an area where players can freely explore and achieve goals."
"But this definition is too broad."
"According to this standard, many games are actually considered open worlds."
"I was not satisfied with the answer, so I asked Lin Yao."
"The answer given by Lin Yao is - the driving force of traditional linear narrative games for players is the fascinating plot, sandbox games maximize players' creativity, and open worlds... allow players to explore."
"Explore the game world itself."
Following Zhong Xiu’s narration.
Off stage.
The audience slowly calmed down.
"However, I still don't quite understand."
Zhong Xiu smiled at the player and continued: "Then I asked her if she could be more specific."
"Then she gave me specific advice."
"According to her, first of all - the world needs to be big."
"So, we made a city, a city... called Los Santos."
Zhong Xiu finished speaking.
On the big screen on stage.
The three characters "Los Santos" appeared.
at the same time.
It's like a clip from an introductory film about a real-life urban landscape.
Started playing.
The camera passes over the beautiful Vespucci Beach, and then slowly advances.
At dusk.
Countless men and women in swimsuits were walking on the beach, and occasionally riders wearing helmets on bicycles whizzed by on the bicycle lane.
Further on, various street entertainers, weightlifting performers, bohemian-style residents and quirky boutiques make this place particularly exciting.
Various hippie-style street art fills the entire beach.
The whole picture.
With the support of Linmu Studio’s Blue Star engine.
If you don't take a closer look.
It almost makes people feel that this is a real shot!
soon.
There were exclamations in the audience.
Many players looked in disbelief.
And further on.
There were even more exclamations of disbelief.
Because the camera started to move forward, after a montage.
Rows of skyscrapers appeared in the center of the screen.
Garden Bank Building, FIB Building, IAA Building, Union Savings Bank, Vineyard Logo...
Various landmark buildings began to appear one by one.
Although the name has been changed.
but.
Many overseas players, especially those in North America, couldn't help but stand up.
What the fuck!?
As for players who don't know it, although they are not that shocked, they are still shocked by this map demonstration video.
Open world?
Is this an open world?
"Los Santos is the most developed city in the state of San Andreas and the most densely populated. The county government of Los Santos County is located here."
"Los Santos is a huge city with rich and colorful culture. The entire island covers an area of about 300 square kilometers. Most of the area is hills and highlands, covering an area of about 70 square kilometers..."
on the stage.
As ‘Landscape’ plays.
Zhong Xiu also started to introduce the main stage of this game.
The players listened in confusion.
"...This will be a super large area for players to explore freely."
"This is the stage for the game."
"But just because the map is big doesn't mean anything. This is what Lin Yao said."
Zhong Xiu continued to pace on the stage, not giving the players time to react, and continued: "So this brings us to the second point, a strong degree of freedom."
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! "After we have created a virtual world for everyone, we must also give players freedom in the game so that players can explore freely."
"It's an open world after all."
"So, with our efforts, you can do whatever you want in this world and play the role of evil leader who burns, kills, and loots."
"Of course, you can also be a good citizen who has to wait for the red light to cross the road."
"We have prepared a lot of gameplay in it. If you like racing games, you can buy racing cars and motorcycles in the game, and you can also modify them, and then race recklessly on the road."
"You can also rob banks in the game, break out of the siege of police and agents, and get money."
"You can also go to nightclubs, mountain climbing, amusement parks, flying airplanes, racing, sports, driving, gunfights, adventures, fighting..."
Zhong Xiu is the same as reporting the name of the dish.
Start talking about how to play the game.
There is no picture.
but.
All players.
Breathing became heavy.
WTF, WTF, WTF!?
“In short, with diverse gameplay and sufficient game content, we have created a world with its own social system and complete background.
It will not cause the entire world to stop because players stop moving forward. It will serve players but can operate independently of players."
After Zhong Xiu talked about a long list of ways to play, the topic changed again: "However, if the map is just big and the degree of freedom is high, it still won't work."
"So we have to talk about the third point, which is to satisfy players' desire to explore to the greatest extent."
"In this game, in this world, there are countless stories, just like a black box. If you don't lift the curtain, you will never know what's inside."
"Every time players find a new NPC, they can experience a new story. Every time they find a new way to play, it is equivalent to starting a new game..."
"..."
Off stage.
Many players were half standing up.
Breathing became heavier.
So many people looked at Zhong Xiu eagerly.
He looked like he wanted to eat him alive.
Tell the truth.
It's quite eye-catching.
Although I know they just want to play games...
"In addition to the above three points, there is also the most important point."
Zhong Xiu wiped the sweat from his head without leaving a trace, and without having time to reflect on whether he had laid the groundwork for too long, he continued: "That's the story."
"Although open worlds are different from linear games, they also value the plot of the story."
"The main plot in the open world should focus on the shaping of characters and the construction of the game world, and use various hidden plots to guide players."
"To put it simply, it is to make players identify with the world."
"So, players will be able to play three weirdos at the same time in this city."
"Then, control them to draw a blueprint for their own survival and success in the face of the rolling financial storm in a huge, prosperous and sun-drenched city."
"This is the game I want to announce."
"We call it—"
"..."
Zhong Xiu said the last words.
Walked directly to the side.
Don't wait for the players to react.
The lights on the stage dimmed immediately.
then.
The promotional video starts playing.
Rap music full of street atmosphere started playing.
The picture, which was completely fake and real, appeared on the screen.
The camera passes behind row upon row of skyscrapers.
Targeted a villa in a wealthy area.
Neat and clean streets, luxury cars, outdoor deck chairs in swimming pools...
A slightly fat middle-aged white man held a glass of whiskey and listened to the quarrels of his family coming from the other side of the house. He shook his head, then lay down on an open-air lounge chair and put on sunglasses.
The picture changes.
They were given slums that were in sharp contrast to the rich areas.
The slums are full of drunkards and drug addicts.
In the bar, a slovenly middle-aged man with a Mediterranean haircut kept uttering vulgar words starting with F, while holding down the head of a passerby and smashing it against the bar counter, causing his blood and flesh to turn into pieces.
then.
The scenery of the street flashed by.
The beautiful Vespucci Beach has just appeared.
Two black men asked a man who was resting on a chair for directions.
The other party kindly pointed the way.
Next scene.
The two drove away in the stolen luxury car, racing on the road.
three people.
One is a young man who lives at the bottom and is looking for opportunities.
One is a middle-aged man with a big belly who is worried about his wife and children who are worried about him, and hopes to be able to worry less and live a better life.
The last one is a middle-aged man who is already bald, but never gives up. He always feels full of strength and seems to be suffering from mania.
Three different characters, three different lives.
They have different worries.
They have completely different lives.
Drag racing, chasing the sunset in a canyon with a helicopter, skydiving, mountain biking, swimming...
In the game, various gameplays appear one after another.
We’ve come to the end of the promotional video.
The intersection of the lives of the three protagonists.
While leaving room for wireless imagination for players.
The name of the game appears.
【"Grand Theft Auto"!】
[Officially on sale next spring! 】
This is the only one.
New games with release dates next year.
The other four new games have all been released in the past two months.
but.
Neither the players at the scene nor the players in the live broadcast room noticed this.
Or.
noticed.
But it doesn't take it seriously at all.
on site.
After the promotional video was played, the lights on the stage came on.
Zhong Xiu just wanted to say the final words.
But found.
Off stage.
All the audience stood up.
all!
Immediately afterwards.
Huge cheers broke out again.
"OHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!"
This time.
No matter what, Zhong Xiu was speechless.
Because the cheering never stops...
…
Sky Fox.
Mou Feng looked at the game LOGO on the screen and the audience standing up below the stage. Thinking of what he had just seen, he slowly asked a question?
Open world?
Even bigger moves!?
Enlarging the move like this!?
Your carnival won’t be held next year, right?
You just have one meal, right?
You're not done yet, are you?
You don’t think about the future, right?
You just want to force your colleagues to death, right?
"Obviously the first four games are already very good... Still coming? Are you still going to be so awesome? I want to see what you are going to do next year!"
Mou Feng thought about it.
I immediately laughed out of anger.
Because it’s really outrageous!
…
forum.
[New game! New game from Linmu Studio!!! Open world!!! "Grand Theft Auto"!!! A whole world!!! Awesome!!!]
Such a post.
Before the meeting was over, it was sent out.
It was posted by the administrator of the forum...
even.
He even forgot to broadcast the content of the meeting.
Just posted a title.
There is no content.
But even so.
There are still countless players clicking in...
And at the same time.
North America.
Although it is late at night.
but.
There were still overseas players participating in the carnival, and they immediately released a promotional video for "Grand Theft Auto."
This is not an official promotional video.
It’s a gun version of the promotional video shot on location!
But even the gun version of the promotional video was spread everywhere within an hour after it was sent out.
Because it spread too quickly and too widely.
Many players don't even know the source.
Start asking.
what game is this?
What kind of game is this!?
All I have to do is kneel down to others and beg them to tell me what game this is and when it will be released.
If.
Almost every advantage of "Dead by Daylight" touches on their sensitive points.
Then this game directly targets their sensitive points...
So, half an hour later.
The official account of Linmu Studio on social media released the official version of the "Grand Theft Auto" promotional video and uploaded it to the video website.