In the morning, senior executives of the media group came here one after another to report their work to the boss.
Everyone knows that the boss's business is too broad and time is precious, so you must organize the report content in advance and make sure to satisfy the boss.
Gao Kelin, the president of The9, was the first to come to the office and reported the progress of the ‘game business’ to Lin Zuhui.
"The sales volume of "Age of Empires 3" exceeded 1 million units in 18 days, achieving good results that attracted the attention of the industry..."Legend of Legend" has already dominated the share of online games in the mainland, setting off the popularity of online games.
Development... "Miracle MU" has set up servers in 52 countries and regions... "Ragnarok" has also achieved development in 36 countries and regions..."
A piece of good news reached Lin Zuhui's ears and made him excited. It's not that online games are very profitable now, but that Xiangjiang online games have truly become a world-class hegemon, with unlimited future prospects.
It is expected that it will take more than five years for online games to truly become an important industry in Hong Kong's economy, because the market will not be large enough.
Lin Zuhui nodded and said with satisfaction: "After years of development, we have finally achieved satisfactory results. It's worth it!"
Gao Kelin said: "If it weren't for the information provided by the boss, Xiangjiang Games would have taken many detours and would not have achieved its current results."
Games such as "Legend of Miracle", "Miracle MU" and "Ragnarok" were all hand-picked by the boss. The important thing is that the boss gave them a planning outline and many novel ways to play.
"I am also a contributor, but these things must be kept confidential. The game is the company's idea."
"Don't worry, boss, I know."
Before every game project was approved, Lin Zuhui would explain it one-on-one to Gao Kelin. So if any news came out, he would just go directly to Gao Kelin for trouble. An executive who can't keep his mouth shut is not a good executive.
As for Lin Zuhui's claim that someone else submitted the article, it doesn't matter whether Gao Kelin believes it or not. He must believe it anyway.
Although Lin Zuhui is not a game planner, the games he has played all have the "biggest bug". Online games are ever-changing, and many ideas are shared. Lin Zuhui put forward many opinions and immediately became the first to develop online games in the world.
Because of this, Xiangjiang Games has also established its position in the world.
Next, Lin Zuhui took out four pieces of information and said to Gao Kelin: "Come over here. There are four game plans here. They are the flagship products of The Ninth City in the next three or four years and are related to the progress of the entire Xiangjiang game."
Gao Kelin stood up excitedly, came to Lin Zuhui's seat, and couldn't help but look at it curiously.
Lin Zuhui did not show it to Gao Kelin directly, but planned to explain it one by one.
He held a pen in one hand and pressed it on the paper with the other.
"These four games are all 'casual online games', which is a shortcut. Because we already have three RPG games, and if we develop a large number of games of the same type, it will easily lead to overlap."
Gao Kelin said with admiration: "The boss's idea is really brilliant!"
He really admired his boss. After all, the success of such a person would make him lose his sight.
Lin Zuhui didn't care whether he was flattering or not, and continued:
"The first game, called MapleStory, was officially launched in early 2001 and must be launched on the market within two years. I have noted the requirements above."
"This is a side-scrolling online game. Although it is a casual game, it also has elements of RPG games... The reason why this game is called "MapleStory" is because adventurous warriors explore unknown maps. Various
In various scenes, the warrior can move forward horizontally, and can also jump and move vertically. Some map backgrounds can be set on boats, in the sea, in the jungle... to fight monsters, and unknown situations will happen..."
"In terms of occupations, the melee warrior has thick blood and high defense, the flying knight with super single target output is also flexible and versatile, the mage has teleportation and group skills to spawn monsters, the archer..."
"In terms of maps, there are single-player maps, and there are also maps that can be teamed up... mission system, popularity system, battle system, and dress-up system."
"The characters are all Q versions..."
Lin Zuhui spoke very seriously, and Gao Kelin listened very carefully.
"MapleStory" is definitely a hit. It is both a casual game and a shadow of an RPG game. The key is to make people forget to eat and sleep while playing.
After developing "MapleStory", "Dungeon and Fighter" was developed, and two side-scrolling games were assembled at once.
To put it bluntly, if a game development studio can produce two online games like this, the owner can become a billionaire and join the rich list of many countries, such as South Korea and China before 2010.
After the explanation, Lin Zuhui moved the outline of "MapleStory" to Gao Kelin.
Gao Kelin couldn't put it down as if he had received an imperial edict, and said: "Don't worry, boss, we will definitely not bury this genius idea."
It is unrealistic to bury it, because Lin Zuhui will take the time to experience and observe the progress. He can point out a lot of opinions just by playing a little bit. You may not be able to remember these memories now, but as long as you enter the game state, you will soon feel that there needs to be improved.
and increase.
"I believe you, remember, although this game is a casual game, it is actually a game about killing monsters and upgrading to form a team..."
"OK!"
Then, Lin Zuhui started to draw and explain on the second piece of paper.
"The second game is called "Bubble Hall"... This game is relatively simple. I hope you can develop it within one year and launch it in the first half of 2002."
"OK"
"The third game is actually somewhat similar to "Bubble Hall", but it is a racing competitive game called "Kart Runner". Players can drive karts in cities, forests, deserts, glaciers, cemeteries, mines and many other themed digital environments.
The game is played on hundreds of tracks, and the first drift button...these game graphics and background music are very important. We must make full use of the elements of the Hong Kong comic industry and HK-POP to create a high-quality casual game.
... "Kart Racing" will give you two and a half years, and you can almost complete the development of "Bubble Hall" before starting the project."
In my previous life, at that time, these were the only games available in Internet cafes. Casual games were very popular among some girls, which naturally attracted a large number of boys to join.
Regarding "Bubble Hall" and "Kart Racing", Lin Zuhui's memory is a bit weak, but he still knows some of the modes, and the rest is left to the The9 team.
Gao Kelin had no other ideas about these two casual online games with little information. On the contrary, he felt that this was in line with normal phenomena. It might be the creativity given to the boss by others, or the boss's inspiration.
He said seriously: "Okay, these two games seem to be small casual games. If they are made into online games, they will definitely be favored by many players. After all, not everyone likes complex RPG games. With this,
At the same time, using high-quality Q-version background images to create a comic scene, coupled with the world's popular HK-POP music, it is really a wonderful game."
Lin Zuhui nodded with satisfaction and said: "Yes, the ideas must be more innovative!"
Finally, Lin Zuhui took out the game information of "Audition". This game directly shocked Gao Kelin.
Lin Zuhui dreamed back to the scene in his previous life, picked up a keyboard, placed three fingers on the "left", "down" and "right" arrow keys, and placed the thumb of his left hand on the space bar.
"Look, that's it!"
"You can test the reaction and coordination of your brain and fingers, you can also enjoy HK-POP dance and music, and of course you can also purchase the copyright of European and American music, etc."
"There is also interaction, the interaction between couples, which is enough to attract many young people and students who pursue fashion."
"Of course, I hope you will make this game a green game, with the focus being on HK-POP elements."
"The graphics will be turned into a 3D game, and I will give you two years of research and development time. It will be launched on the market in 2003."
Gao Kelin nodded with admiration. He knew that the person sitting in front of him was the 'game giant' who dominates the world's games; Blizzard and Activision in the United States are the overlords of games. Blizzard developed "Warcraft", "Diablo"
"God", "StarCraft", etc. Activision has developed world-best-selling PC games such as "Counter-Strike" and "The Sims". Activision is also a large publisher; the boss of Kingsoft Software in the Mainland is also a major shareholder, and Kingsoft
Its subsidiary Xishanju is also the largest game developer and agent in the mainland.
Gao Kelin walked out of the chairman's office with the information in his hand. He felt that his hands were shaking; out of admiration for his boss, he believed that these four games would achieve great results.
At this time, Lin Zuhui leaned on the chair in the office and showed a smile.
Bangzi Country, you are in trouble!
In recent years, Bangziguo’s TV series have become notorious because of alleged plagiarism.
The ATV Group did not go to Bangzi Country to appeal. Instead, it secretly used media from various countries, even Korean media, to accuse a certain Korean drama of plagiarizing a certain Hong Kong drama. Over time, Asians all knew that Bangzi Country was plagiarizing Hong Kong dramas.
As a result, the reputation will be bad and it will naturally not be exported; even in South Korea, the media will accuse companies in their own country of plagiarizing works for the sake of sales. In this way, even Korean people know that Hong Kong dramas are still better.
HK-POP has long been a fusion of singing, dancing, rap, electronic music and other elements. Naturally, Korean pop music can only become a copycat. Although it cannot be said to be infringing, a follower cannot escape.
This is probably the saying that a certain Japanese female artist in her previous life supported half of the Hong Kong entertainment industry.
"Dong dong"
"Come in"
"boss"
The person who came in was Zhao Zhenqiang, the program director of ATV Group. The area where Lin Zuhui manages ATV Group the most is in ATV content; in other aspects, almost all power is delegated to senior executives, and he only looks at performance.
As usual, Zhao Zhenqiang reported on the work situation.
After the show, Lin Zuhui said: "Well, I have also paid attention to the content of ATV. Overall, I am very satisfied. ATV's PDs and screenwriters can always create new things, so that Hong Kong dramas will not be gradually abandoned by Asian audiences."
In fact, the popularity of Korean dramas in the previous life was around 2000~2006. Later, we can only say that one hit a year, or even one hit every few years. The reason is not that Korean dramas are declining, but that Asians are tired of watching the 'old routines'. But just
When Asians were tired of the old routines, K-pop came out and continued the glory of Hallyu in one fell swoop.
Of course, K-POP (Korean Wave music), Korean dramas, and Korean variety shows jointly constitute "Korean Wave".
Zhao Zhenqiang said with shame: "Although there are always one or two Hong Kong dramas released every year, there is indeed a slight decline overall."
Lin Zuhui said nonchalantly: "I can only say that Asia is a little tired of watching such old-fashioned Hong Kong dramas, but in any case, Hong Kong dramas have laid a foundation in Asia. If some people are tired of it, there will be new ones to join. Ensure the quality.
and creativity, the rest is God’s will.”
Zhao Zhenqiang was a little surprised that his boss was so open-minded, but he still said: "We will definitely work hard!"
Lin Zuhui said with a smile: "I received a good idea from a friend. If you ask them to make it into a TV series, let's call it "The Temptation of Wife"..."
It's probably a story about a wife, a husband, and a best friend. The wife was a good wife and mother at first, but the husband didn't love her. Instead, she fell in love with the wife's best friend, and even intended to murder the wife... The wife then started a series of revenge stories.
In the previous life, the Korean drama was called "The Temptation of Wife" and the mainland remake was called "The Temptation of Going Home", both of which were instant hits.
After hearing this, Zhao Zhenqiang said: "This idea is very good. It touches on many sensitive topics in society, such as cheating, divorce, revenge, vixens, philandering husbands, revengeful wives, etc. It is very topical and will definitely become a ratings king."
Lin Zuhui said: "Let's arrange it!"
"OK."
Then Lin Zuhui took out a real planning outline and said: "This is a Hong Kong variety show. You form a team and strive to become a Hong Kong variety show next year after "X-MAN" and "Love Letter"."
Zhao Zhenqiang immediately became very interested. You must know that since the launch of "X-MAN" and "Love Letter", they have not only dominated the variety show ratings championship in Hong Kong, but have also been successively selected by local TV stations in the Mainland, Taiwan, Singdao and other countries.
and regions, to purchase copyrights for rebroadcasting.
It is precisely because of these Hong Kong variety shows that Hong Kong culture becomes more popular.
""Infinite Challenge", each episode presents challenges with different themes and forms. Common themes include comedy, pursuit battles, sports challenges, music performances, TV performances, calendar production, personal victory and defeat, environmental issues and other themes...
....”
Although Lin Zuhui did not explain it very clearly, he directly worked out a few cases and it became clearer instantly.
After a long while, Zhao Zhenqiang said: "This program is very good, and the requirements for hosts are also very high. But don't worry, boss, the most indispensable thing in Hong Kong in recent years is comedians."
Lin Zuhui nodded. A few years ago, the ATV Group held a 'Comedian Artist' training class, which was as important as a 'performing class'.
Of course, with the development of Hong Kong Wave based on the model of Korean Wave in previous generations, it has also created a hierarchy of 'comedians', 'Hong Kong pop singers', 'TV drama actors', and 'movie actors'. Comedians have the lowest income and the lowest status.
.
It is precisely because of this status and income that the four classes have gradually formed a barrier.
As for the traditional stars in Hong Kong, almost all of them are about to be laid off now. Even singing superstars like Zhang Guorong have become less and less popular a few years ago.
Although the Four Heavenly Kings have high status in the world, their careers will inevitably be affected. At least on their singing careers, the impact will be great.
Xiangjiang's entertainment industry must be so ashamed, otherwise it would have declined long ago in the mid-to-late 1990s. But now, it is many times more prosperous than it was in the 1970s and 1980s.
""Infinite Challenge", you should try to start it at this time next year. Don't be too hasty and plan well."
"OK."
Finally, Lin Zuhui said: "Actually, you can also integrate Chinese history with Hong Kong drama and shoot historical dramas. For example, "Wu Zetian", the life of this empress, is integrated into the Hong Kong drama elements. In this way, not only can people
We Chinese know history, and we can sublimate Hong Kong dramas. It would be great to film more of these historical figures with distinctive personalities and integrate them into Hong Kong dramas."
Zhao Zhenqiang nodded and said: "Yes, I remembered it and will arrange it immediately!"
In fact, ATV has naturally produced such dramas in recent years, but there are only a few of them. For example, the original "Talk about Yunxian" also set off a trend of historical Hong Kong dramas.
After a while of arranging the troops, Lin Zuhui breathed a sigh of relief.
This arrangement can be said to have established the dominance of Xiangjiang culture and made it more secure.