The Fourth Calamity: Starting with Dungeon Slimes

Meanwhile, on the players' side...

"Holy crap, this game is getting an update."

"No, this update is ridiculous. The official website didn't even give any prior notice. They just announced in the game that the update would be happening in 5 minutes."

"How long will this update take?"

"I don't know, I haven't seen any notification."

"This is ridiculous. I think this game company really needs to change its planner. With this terrible planner's work, even a dog would shake its head."

Amidst the noise and commotion, the players gradually logged off.

Jiang Chen, who was outside, also overheard the players' conversation.

Jiang Chen was quite helpless about this.

"Damn it, I wasn't actually the planner."

Jiang Chen felt that he had been working very hard to play the role of a game planner during this period.

However, many problems still exist.

Take the various opinions raised by players on the forum, for example. It's not that he doesn't want to change it, it's that he simply doesn't have the ability to change it.

Moreover, even if changes are made, it's impossible to change whatever comes to mind. During this time, Jiang Chen has come to understand what it means to have a ripple effect.

A task you post or a decision you make can have a significant impact.

For example, when I was setting up the second line of defense, something almost went wrong.

Fortunately, the final result was a close call; for example, I once issued a mission to hunt monsters, which almost resulted in the players being wiped out.

For Jiang Chen, he was not only a game planner, but also the leader of this group of slimes.

Often, one's decisions will affect the entire community, and most importantly, one's own life.

"We're already struggling with 50 people, I wonder what it will be like with 100."

Jiang Chen wasn't sure about this either.

With a helpless sigh, Jiang Chen could only take it one step at a time.

So he immediately got to work.

.......

Meanwhile, on the parallel world of Earth.

The sudden update caught players off guard, and they flocked to the forums to complain.

[The Attacking Salty Fish: Damn it, we were having a great time in the manufacturing workshop, and suddenly there's an update? That's ridiculous.]

[Feng Xiaoxiao: Yeah, don't they ever release update information in advance? What are these planners doing?]

[Bubble Dragon: I was still out searching for supplies when I finally found a high-level herb, and then I received an update notification. I rushed back in a panic, and I don't even know if the herb will still be there when I log back in.]

[One year, one cycle of flourishing and withering: Hey bro upstairs, could you share your coordinates? My internet speed is fast, I'll go up and check for you later.]

[Bubble Bobble: Get lost! Are you even going to watch? I don't even want to call you out on it!]

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While everyone was still arguing on the forum, the game's official website finally released an announcement.

Upon receiving the message, the players immediately went to the official website to check the situation.

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Slime & Dungeons Online Version 1.1 "Slime's Descent" Update Announcement

Maintenance time: 10:00-14:00 on [Month] [Day] (in-game time)

1. A brand new race evolution – "Crystal Slime" is now available!

Unlock the race's growth cap (current level cap: 40).

2. Epic Skill Innovation

New skill: Crystal Body (Exclusive skill for Crystal Slime)

It can permanently increase base health and defense.

System optimization and new features

1. Since the game's launch, we have received a lot of attention and love from players. In order to allow more players to enter the game and start their second life.

Thanks to the hard work of the planning team, who sacrificed their hair and stayed up all night, we finally have some good news to share!

We will release another fifty beta test slots.

The slots will be randomly selected from players who have filled out the closed beta application form. (Note: Filling out the closed beta application form completely will greatly increase your chances of being selected, so please fill it out carefully.)

2. Major New Feature: Backpack System

Recently, the development team has also received widespread feedback from players regarding issues with the game's inventory system.

Therefore, the planning team worked overtime overnight to discuss and, after 48 hours of intensive overtime, we launched the new backpack system feature.

Each player has a storage space that measures one meter in length, width, and height. Players can store loot, coins, and other valuables in this space for easy carrying.

Feature upgrade:

Automatic deduction mechanism: Resurrection/service consumption is directly deducted from your inventory, say goodbye to tedious settlement!

Balance adjustments and content updates

Summoning Unit Regeneration: The normal slime (old form) will be permanently retired, and players will see it in a brand new form upon logging in!

NPC interaction extension.

Some bugs have been fixed.

Server maintenance update notice

This update will restart the server; please log out of the game beforehand. All players will receive a compensation package after maintenance.

[Free revive attempt +1]

The Slime & Dungeons Online Operations Team!

"The slimes have arrived! The abyss calls for new conquerors!"

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[Damn, they even quit the game early! Couldn't you have posted this announcement sooner? What's the point of posting it now?]

Thankfully, this update didn't take long.

"Damn, guys, unlocking that crystal 'Pata' was definitely our achievement."

[Absolutely perfect. The guys who came later, you really got to enjoy it. Back then, we were just having ordinary pats.]

I think pioneers like us should be called "patter pioneers"—we're paving the way for those who follow.

I think there's absolutely nothing wrong with it.

[Thinking about it now, I suddenly feel a little excited. Why is that? I was among the first batch of beta testers for Pata! I'm paving the way for all the Pata testers who come after me!]

[Wow, hooray to us beta testers!]

Am I the only one concerned about who actually won one of those 50 spots?

[Amateur welder: I have good news to share! I won! It seems my guess was correct regarding my previous post.]

Following this message from the amateur welder, many people inquired about the situation.

It's worth noting that at least 3 people are currently interested in this game, but only 100 people have actually played it so far.

This is even with 50 more slots available this time.

Naturally, many players are eager to know how to increase their chances of passing the closed beta application.

Seeing that many players are asking about amateur welders, an even more explosive piece of news has been revealed.

[Amateur welder: Also, I'll let you in on a little secret: two of my good buddies also got beta test slots.]

[Shocking! There's more to this than meets the eye! There's definitely more to this than meets the eye!]

[Seeking advice from experts!]

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Seeing that everyone was asking questions, the amateur welder who had won a spot in the beta test was in a great mood and started to explain things to them.

[Amateur Welder: It's actually very simple. The sheer volume of data involved in a game that's achieved this level of detail is staggering.]

In reality, each new player adds a burden to the server.

However, as a game, if you want to operate it, you have to take on these responsibilities. But taking on these responsibilities isn't like other games where you can just let players in casually.

The player invitation mechanism in this game reflects the individual player's role in the game, as it's touted as a second world.

As a completely new world, there are many things that need to be tested. For example, if you are a medical student in real life, you can use your knowledge to test the medical system in this game.

Simply put, as long as your expertise can contribute to improving the world and provide the authorities with directions for improvement, you're more likely to be selected.

Of course, to be selected, you can't just make something up out of thin air; you have to present something convincing enough to the authorities, like the photos of my certifications that I took.

My two other brothers were selected in the same way, and unsurprisingly, we were chosen because our professional skills were helpful to the official team in perfecting the architecture of their second world.

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