There is a Problem with This Online Game Planning

  Lin Yao's tone was very serious.

  Everyone present in the conference room could tell that she attached great importance to this 'Carnival'.

  So, the project team leaders who are developing the game all lowered their heads and began to think about the progress of their own projects.

   "What is the specific date for this 'Carnival'?"

   At this time.

  Zhong Xiu thought about it and asked the first question.

   "My idea is to hold it in April or May, and now we are starting preparations. The relocation of the headquarters and the preparations for the 'Carnival' are going on at the same time."

  Lin Yao thought for a while and gave an answer: "Of course, it depends on the development progress of the new game, so it's just an idea."

Speaking of which.

  Lin Yao paused, then stood up, pulled the whiteboard behind her, and picked up the marker pen.

   "Well... Now that this is the point, let me share my general thoughts on the process of the 'Carnival' by the way, so that you can have a general reference standard."

  As Lin Yao spoke, she wrote the word 'host' on the whiteboard.

   "First of all, the console product department. My idea is to give you half of the 'Carnival' time. During this time, my ideal process is roughly like this. Three new games will be announced first.

"Pokémon" new work, brand new ip "Monster Hunter" and "Diablo", these three games held a meeting respectively, and discussed the content of the game face-to-face with the players. If there are limited chapters to try, then better.

  In addition to these three games, we can also announce on the spot the new content we are preparing for console members during this period, small-scale games have entered the free play list for members, and the DLC of several old games is free to play, etc.

  Finally, there is the linkage between existing games and ‘Carnival’, such as the new carnival map of “Mario Kart”, the new battle map of “Splatoon”, and the limited carnival console. "

  Lin Yao began to write on the whiteboard while explaining.

Finally, after talking about the general idea, Lin Yao thought for a while and added: "Also, because "Diablo" will be double-logged, the related activities of this game can be prepared together with the PC department. "

  Zhu Nianqiao looked at the whiteboard and nodded slightly.

   "And then there's the PC division."

Lin Yao turned her head to look at Zhong Xiu: "Currently all the new PC games have been released, so the most important thing is the linkage and activities of its online games. I took a little look at the schedule of its online games. Breakout has new content ready to go online, one is to add the magic weapon system, and the other is to add new maps and new modes. The new content of these two games is very suitable to be thrown during the 'Carnival'.

In addition, other online games, such as MOBA, have just arrived at the time point of making new passes and new heroes. The pass in the second quarter of this year, including new heroes, is also very suitable for announcement during the "Carnival". On the basis of the original, it is enough to add some "Carnival" related content.

  Of course, there is also the Vaporwave game platform trading system that has not been published, but this thing is indeed a bit sensitive, so let’s test it on a small scale first.

  In short, the focus of the PC department is on online games. "

  Lin Yao continued to write and draw on the whiteboard, and at the same time began to explain.

soon.

  The whiteboard was filled to the brim with most of the writing.

  Lin Yao has a really good memory, plus she has done enough homework, basically all the online game plans under her banner can be easily picked up.

   After talking about the trading system, Lin Yao wrote the words "World of Warcraft" and stand-alone on the whiteboard.

   "Then, there are new games, online games are the main ones, but considering that our direction has been single-player for a long time, we must not ignore this part of the player group."

Lin Yao turned around and continued: ""World of Warcraft" has nothing to say. As Linmu Studio's long-lost new online game, there will definitely be a separate special meeting. As for the stand-alone game, because the new game has just been released, let's draw cakes. !"

   Everyone: "…"

"From the two studios of Dragon and Xihan, we can confirm the news of the sequels of "Di Renjie" and "Sherlock Holmes". As for the PC department, the pie of "Call of Duty" must be drawn, and some of them are going to be released at the end of the year. A brand new work, these cakes can be painted!"

  Lin Yao smiled: "Painting cakes is an indispensable part of the game development field, let's try it too. Well, this is the general process of the 'Carnival' I imagined.

  In addition to this, of course there will be on-site activities, but these should be left to the marketing and operation department to think about, and I am not good at it. There are also some more fragmented ideas, which I will not mention here, such as the mobile phone terminal of "Kaihei". "

   Lin Yao finished speaking.

at last.

   She still filled the entire whiteboard.

  Linmu Studio's games don't sound like many.

  But it’s quite a lot to actually write.

and.

   Now the IP on the whiteboard.

   For other game companies.

   It’s really better than the other. It’s something that many game companies dream of. After all, even Linmu Studio’s oldest game "Fantasy OL" is still the leader of turn-based online games...

  In the conference room, the people present looked at Lin Yao's whiteboard full of writing, and as Lin Yao explained, they all showed expressions of thinking.

Then.

  Zhu Nianqiao was the first to shout.

   "Sister, there is no problem with the host product department, except that it may be a little troublesome to provide a trial game, which needs to be evaluated. The three new games under the banner have enough content to announce, and I have some ideas at the meeting.

  As for the new content of the host members, the linkage maps of the old games "Mario Kart" and "Splatoon" should be able to do it. "

   "The limited carnival host is just a different color, so it's not a big problem." Next to it, Bao Liangzhe, who is in charge of the host's hardware, added.

   "For the PC department, there is generally no big problem."

Zhong Xiu thought for a while, and then said: "But after all, there are many online game projects and they are relatively complicated, so it should be more troublesome to actually implement them. I need to discuss with the leaders of several project teams. Make a detailed report for you. Well... there may be some parts that need your assistance, such as the cake painting session."

   "Of course, I will assist."

Lin Yao nodded, and continued: "Okay, since it is confirmed that there is a possibility of implementation, and the leaders of the two content departments have no objections, then I would like to trouble the two content departments to integrate their respective plans for the 'Carnival' for me." , just plan according to the direction I wrote here."

Lin Yao tapped the whiteboard lightly, then turned to look at Xi Qianyu: "Also, Xi Qianyu, please make a rough plan according to this direction, and confirm the venue, time, scale, and ticket details .”

"it is good."

  Xi Qianyu, the person in charge of the marketing department, who was sitting among a bunch of tough men, nodded.

   "Then go get ready."

  Lin Yao clapped her hands lightly, and after attracting everyone's attention, she finally said: "We will work hard to do a good job in this 'Carnival', and move towards the direction of hosting the best annual game event together!"

"Oh!"

  Zhu Nianqiao heard the words, and immediately raised her hand, making an inspiring voice.

   But only him.

   "Don't be stupid." Lin Yao laughed.

  Zhu Nianqiao: "..."

  …

  The conference room is over.

   A group of people filed out.

  Lin Yao took out a tissue and wiped away the marks on her hands, and was about to leave.

   But as soon as she turned around, the heads of the two first-party studios, Conglong and Xihan, seemed to have something to say, and stopped her.

   "Boss, please wait a moment, we have something to ask for your opinion."

"Um?"

  Lin Yao heard the voice, turned around, and was a little curious.

"Is such that."

   Zhang Tian from Conglong Studio and Wang Mang next to him looked at each other, then took the initiative to take a step forward, and said: "This time our two games have caused a lot of trouble for the headquarters..."

   "It's okay. In fact, there is no headquarters or no headquarters. You are also members of Linmu Studio now, and the trouble you talk about has nothing to do with the game. It is an external reason. You have done a good job."

  Lin Yao smiled at them: "There is no need to mention these."

"Um…"

Seeing Lin Yao's expression, Zhang Tian scratched his head in embarrassment: "Then I won't talk about it. This time calling the boss to stop is mainly another matter. This time our two companies can independently produce a 3A game for the first time. The success is largely due to the script and direction given by the boss.

After the game was released, the players’ evaluations also confirmed this point. They really liked the plots of the two games... And we have all read the original scripts given by the boss. Now based on the evaluations of the players, we all feel that the stories of the games should be published directly. It will be all right…"

Zhang Tian gave such a conclusion, and then explained: "After all, the game and the text are two different carriers, and the difference is very big. For example, in the script you gave, many details have not been restored, so the two of us thought, is it right? Can the script of the whole story be integrated and published?

  This can not only increase the popularity of the IP, but also allow players to enjoy the story in multiple ways, and it can also warm up for the sequel..."

"Oh?"

  Lin Yao was a little surprised when she heard what Zhang Tian said.

  He took the initiative to propose such a proposal, which was beyond her expectation.

   "Do you want to publish the novels of "Di Renjie" and "Sherlock Holmes"?"

"Um."

   "Is that so..."

  Lin Yao received a definite answer. Facing the expectant eyes of the two, she lowered her head and thought for a while, then smiled and said, "It's possible, but it's boring to follow the script completely. After all, the players have played the relevant plots."

   Zhang Tian and Wang Mang were disappointed when they thought Lin Yao disagreed.

"but."

Lin Yao suddenly changed the subject: "Your ideas are indeed very good, and this can indeed further increase the popularity, but it is boring to compile and publish completely according to the script of the game. You can add some new chapters, the plot of the game, as a separate chapter Bar."

"what?"

   Zhang Tian and Wang Mang both showed astonished expressions when they heard the words.

  Is this going to write a new story?

Then.

  Zhang Tian seemed to have thought of something. After hesitating for a moment, he was a little worried and said, "Will this spoil the plot behind the game?"

Lin Yao smiled and shook her head slightly: "No, it will be an interesting story in another direction, um... During this period of time, the relocation of the headquarters and the 'Carnival' may not be so fast, but I should be able to find time to come. If it is time to write it out, I will show it to you first, and it will be regarded as a deepened understanding."

   Zhang Tian and Wang Mang looked at each other when they heard this, and they both showed surprise.

   And Lin Yao's thoughts began to drift away.

really.

  Whether it is Di Renjie or Sherlock Holmes, there are corresponding original works.

   And the length is not short.

  The most important thing is that both Di Renjie's "Di Gong's Case" and the original Sherlock Holmes are very popular... I won't mention Holmes, but the original Di Gong's case is quite interesting, and it is also very popular at home and abroad.

  The proposal of the two of them is indeed very feasible.

  Since they have made games and want to shape these two IPs, why not just publish novels together to further increase their influence, and then continue to build momentum for the game?

  After all...Considering factors such as screen performance, Lin Yao basically refers to film and television dramas for the plot of the game.

  This is two different things from novels.

  The difference is quite big.

Moreover, Di Renjie is okay, but she also made a few films, and Sherlock Holmes, as one of the most famous IPs in her previous life, has countless related adaptations, not to mention the Victorian background, and even moved the story background to modern times, Also excellent "Sherlock".

  These are all different from the original... In terms of screen performance and expressiveness, it is more suitable for games or remakes.

  So follow-up games are not afraid that there will be no theme.

  But these are two different feelings from reading the original novel.

   It is indeed a good idea to publish the original novel to further increase the popularity of IP.

   "Let's make a decision like this, publish the novel, um... You can also sell the novel as a kind of warm-up for the 'Carnival', you go back and think about the production direction of the second half of the script.

  At the same time, don't neglect the maintenance of the two games that have already been released. When the time comes, the first stop of novel sales should be placed in the game. "

  Lin Yao made one last exhortation,

  Zhang Tian and Wang Mang nodded vigorously.

  Next, Lin Yao chatted with them about the game again, and then left the meeting room.

  Actually, Lin Yao thought of a good idea just now.

  The power of the king...

   Simply put.

  Partially published novels, free tickets to "Carnival".

   This is equivalent to a disguised warm-up.

   Riding on the popularity of the two games, he told the players that Linmu Studio will hold a carnival next.

but.

   There are advantages to this model, but there are also disadvantages, so Lin Yao had to think about it, so she didn't tell Zhang Tian and Wang Mang.

   But no matter whether you add tickets or not, the publication of the novel is good for both IPs, so there is no doubt about it.

  So Lin Yao came out of the conference room and began to think about it.

  She began to recall the details of the original work, recall the direction of the entire series, and of course, consider the ticket.

   Buying novels has a chance of getting carnival tickets. This model can be considered.

   If you want to eliminate the negative impact of this model as much as possible, it's actually simple, just don't announce the specific details of the "Carnival" for the time being.

   Said only that there would be an event focusing on fiction.

   And wait for the novel to be released for a period of time, and when the first batch of books is almost sold out, the activity of buying novels for a chance to win tickets will be suspended, and at the same time, the "Carnival" will be announced.

  Although, if the players are very interested in the 'Carnival' at that time and the influence is large enough, it is estimated that some lucky people will take the opportunity to resell tickets at a high price, but there should be no such thing as buying hundreds of novels just for a ticket.

  At the same time, the channel for obtaining tickets for the ‘Carnival’ is definitely not limited to buying novels. In the future, other games under the banner can hold similar activities, and at the same time open formal purchase channels…

Um.

  The novel only leads the way.

  Lin Yao came to her place, made up her mind, and thought that she might as well not delay, so she opened the document directly, and planned to write a story about the "Four Signatures" in "Detective Sherlock Holmes".

   But she's just getting started.

  Mu Wanqing came here.

"What's wrong?"

  Lin Yao looked at Mu Wanqing who came to her side strangely.

  It's a little strange to come here right after the meeting.

   “…”

  Mu Wanqing hugged the documents, and after being silent for a while, handed the documents in her arms to her: "It's the time for the relocation of the product department. Check to see if there is any problem, and let me tell you something by the way."

"Oh…"

  Lin Yao smiled, then pulled the girl in black silk glasses, motioning for her to sit down next to her.

  Actually, Lin Yao has read the entire relocation plan.

   At this time, I still look at a ghost.

  But Lin Yao is willing to pretend not to know...

   Mu Wanqing looked at Lin Yao, and finally stretched out her hand to smooth the skirt, and sat down gracefully.

  Lin Yao also put down the materials in her hand and began to code words.

   "..."

   Mu Wanqing found that Lin Yao didn't even look at the information she gave, and knew she had been spotted, so she lightly pursed her lips, and the black silk legs under the table moved a little uneasily.

   After hesitating for a while.

  She took the initiative to speak: "During this time, many film and television companies have contacted us."

   "Ah?" Lin Yao paused slightly when she heard this, "Why?"

"Because "Di Renjie" is very suitable for adaptation, and its popularity is so high, some people are tempted. In addition, although the previous adaptation of our game "Shadow" was not very well received, it also made money... This has strengthened the hearts of some film and television companies. .

  In fact, overseas film and television companies have also been recruited, but not so many. "

   "That's it, don't bother, at least at this stage."

Lin Yao shook her head lightly when she heard the words: "Although "Shadow" has made money, you have also seen the dissatisfaction of the players. Game adaptation is a quagmire, and it is difficult to produce good works..."Di Renjie" and "Sherlock Holmes" are in the This aspect has unique advantages, but it is difficult to guarantee that the other party will not mess around with the works we have authorized... Considering the poor reputation of "Shadow", let's forget it.

  Let’s tighten up the authorization of IP first, and wait until we can free up our hands, or we can really talk about this aspect. "

"Um."

  When Mu Wanqing heard the words, she nodded in agreement.

   "In addition, even if the above reasons are not considered, in fact, I will not agree to IP authorization at this time, because the value of these two IPs has not been fully reflected."

  Lin Yao added with a smile while typing: "I just decided to publish a novel, it's too early."

   "Fiction?" Mu Wanqing was a little curious.

"Um…"

  Lin Yao smiled, and then explained to Mu Wanqing.

the other side.

  In the aisle behind Lin Yao's position, countless staff come and go.

  Basically all the staff would smile when they saw Lin Yao and Mu Wanqing sitting side by side, talking and laughing.

  …

   March 25th.

  "Sherlock Holmes" was released for 10 days.

  You Bi has been forgotten by all players.

  Although some players dug out him and opened a trumpet.

   But as he was kicked out of the university, no one paid attention to what he said except for players who were really idle.

   Games, on the other hand, are just the opposite.

  Even if the game has been released for ten days.

  The sales curve also began to slowly go down.

  However, the degree of discussion on related topics has remained high, and it even means that it is getting higher and higher.

  After all, a good story can make people imagine infinitely.

  Although Lin Yao doesn't know who said this.

  But I think so.

  The stories shown in the game are just the tip of the iceberg. Many players obviously have more to say, and are very interested in what kind of adventures Holmes and Watson will experience.

   Thanks to the game, the two characters of Sherlock Holmes and Watson are very full...providing a solid foundation for many players' reverie and fanfiction.

  Therefore, there is a steady stream of various secondary creations, which is also the main reason why the popularity of the game is getting higher and higher.

   And overseas.

  The trend of increasing popularity is more obvious.

  The real owner of 221 Baker Street has already raised the price.

   Sell the property at five times the market price.

   But he still hasn't made a deal with anyone.

   However, the second creation belongs to the second creation.

  Because of the uneven quality, and no matter how good the story of "Sherlock Holmes" is, it is still a game in essence.

  So there are quite a few players who are not interested in the second creation, but have been studying the game.

  After all, although the atmosphere of the first kill gameplay is not strong here, the atmosphere of the speedrunning gameplay is quite strong.

  Yes, even in "Sherlock Holmes", there are player speedruns.

  After all, the game is very popular.

   Thanks to these players, the latest action of Linmu Studio soon spread to the entire game circle through them...

  Single-player games, after clearing the level, very few players open it repeatedly.

  So after clearing the level, many players, apart from wanting to play the game a second time, usually don’t know much about the game updates.

  But posting it on the game community is another story.

this day.

   All major game communities in China and overseas have players posting.

   Said that he discovered the game "Sherlock Holmes", and suddenly added a beginning.

  And some players directly recorded the newly added beginning.

  In the video.

   The player enters the game.

   Then, it didn't jump to the initial page of the game.

   What first appeared was the scene of Watson sitting in front of the typewriter and typing.

  But the content he coded is a little different from the beginning of the game.

   Not the process of his first meeting with Holmes.

   Instead, he talked about a strange incident that he encountered one day after he and Holmes shared the rent...

This performance animation is not long. Except for the content produced by Watson's code, which is different from the scene at the beginning of the game, everything else is no different from the beginning of the game. The only difference is probably that he has an extra ticket in hand. It also looks like the yellowed paper of a sticky note.

  But the players didn't pay much attention to this thing at this time.

   Players are even more curious.

  What does the performance added by Linmu Studio at the beginning of the game mean?

New work? Or DLC?