My game is depressing worldwide.

Since many live streaming platforms have banned live streams of "Outlast" at the platform level.

Chen Xuan didn't intend to make things difficult for the streamers; they agreed to amicably negotiate the cancellation of the commercial order.

However, Chen Xuan made an additional point.

The mini-game "Desktop Battle," which allows users to change desktop wallpapers and act as an assistant, is not within the scope of the review.

As compensation, the streamer only needs to download it and leave it on their desktop for a week.

This is purely a gentleman's agreement, without any binding force.

However, most of the streamers agreed without hesitation.

Unlike most other live streaming platforms, the game content creators and streamers on Pixiv were completely unaffected.

Fang Juexia bore all the pressure.

If he can generate enough revenue for the platform to offset the risks brought by negative public opinion, then he can still keep his position.

But if he can't, he'll be the next one to be liquidated by the platform.

Pixiv has become one of the few places on the entire internet where people can freely discuss the game "Outlast".

However, the atmosphere of this discussion is somewhat different.

In most cases, game marketing follows a principle of anticipation: the game's release date coincides with the point when players' anticipation for the game is pushed to its highest point through various means.

But Escape is somewhat different.

The point at which players have the highest expectations for a game and the strongest willingness to pay is actually long before its release.

I wonder how many players who excitedly bought the Vision V1 device wanted to experience this terrifying game that was being talked about so much online.

What they saw was an announcement that the game was delayed.

It wasn't until half a month after the release of Vision V1 that a piece of news quietly spread among some player groups.

Outlast, the horror game masterpiece that was delayed due to complaints from parents, has finally been released.

...

Western University, New York City.

He Xiangsong glanced at the time: 8:30 PM, which is 9:30 AM in China.

At this point, there was still half an hour before the release of Outlast.

As an international student, he didn't have a strong urge to integrate into local life, and he knew that his purpose in coming to Xida University was to gain prestige.

So, aside from studying, I basically spend all my time playing video games.

As a medical student, he differed from many other players in his trial of Outlast.

Instead of rushing to pass the test, I carefully read through every document I could find.

The more I looked, the more surprised I became.

Art originates from life, yet transcends it.

These things in the game might not resonate much with domestic players.

At Xida University, people actually believe it when they hear "based on a true story".

"It's a pity that such a good game has been targeted. It was a game that had the potential to break out of its niche and even become a global hit, but now it can only be released quietly."

He Xiangsong sighed regretfully.

As the game's release date approaches, numerous rumors are circulating in China.

What? A complete ban from live streaming platforms? What? The "Asylum Studio" being targeted by a major domestic company whose name we cannot disclose...?

Some are true, some are false.

However, He Xiangsong didn't care about any of that.

His main focus is on water pipes; domestic affairs are none of his concern.

He Xiangsong picked up his phone.

[He Xiangsong: Brother Wei, are you still planning to stream "Outlast"?]

[Old Wei Talks Games: Of course I'll stream! I haven't taken any commercial orders; I'm just streaming myself playing games, which doesn't violate any rules.]

[He Xiangsong: I'm also planning to broadcast Outlast; maybe foreigners will like this game.]

[Old Wei Talks Games: That's great! I recommend you download "Desktop Battle," a free desktop optimization software. It's quite good, free, and supposedly you'll get a surprise gift after using it for a week.]

[He Xiangsong: Okay, I understand]

He put down his phone, stretched, turned on the tap, and prepared to start his broadcast.

However, as soon as I opened the game section, a "GG" message popped up.

OUTLAST

He Xiangsong paused for a moment, then muttered to himself, "Isn't this the English name for 'Outlast'? Mr. Chen is quite something. It seems he also thinks this game is suitable for overseas release."

"Forget it, let's not think about it anymore, let's start the broadcast!"

After sending a notification in the fan group, he started the live stream.

Because of He Xiangsong Liuzi's identity, his live stream audience mainly falls into two categories.

The first category consists of students who stayed at Xida University.

The second category consists of some Western University players who are interested in China.

During regular live streams, there are usually between 100 and 200 viewers.

Not long after the broadcast started, the number of viewers in the live stream had already reached more than 80.

Isn't this the game where you get eliminated?

Congratulations on receiving a business order!

[Isn't this the horror game that was all the rage in China a while ago? It's actually been released!]

[Does the streamer want to play with the Vision V1?]

Seeing the comments, He Xiangsong chuckled, gestured to the VR glasses, and said, "Of course! For those who don't know, let me recommend the Vision V1 for playing horror games; the effect is simply amazing."

Some players from Xida University were disappointed to see that today's live stream was actually about an obscure horror game.

[Horror games? That's too boring, there aren't any horror games that can scare me.]

[There are some other good games in China, but horror games are just so disappointing.]

Horror elements need to be rooted in culture; I'm not very interested in horror games with Chinese themes.

Seeing the barrage of negative comments from Xida players, He Xiangsong curled his lip in disdain: "Excuse my bluntness, but just don't wet your pants later. Besides, you should have heard of the developer of this game."

"Does anyone know or have played Iwanna or To the Moon? You know, the games from Asylum Studios?"

At this point, He Xiangsong hesitated for a moment, but decided to exaggerate a bit more.

"Moreover, this is a horror game produced by a Chinese game company, based on the true events of the West University incident."

"It tells the story of a journalist named Miles who investigates a biopharmaceutical company's human experimentation, leading to a series of tragedies."

Sure enough, this immediately piqued the interest of many players.

Whether it's positive or negative.

Good guy.

What do you mean by "rushing right into my face and unleashing your ultimate move"?

Huaguo Company, making games with a Xida background?

It's quite common for Western countries to produce games and films with Eastern themes.

It's quite rare to see someone do the opposite.

Damn, you've successfully piqued my curiosity.

[I believe this story is based on a true story.]

[Damn it, why would a Chinese game company make a game with such a Western University vibe?]

Seeing the number of comments increase dramatically, He Xiangsong smiled slightly.

Great, that's exactly the effect I wanted.

Chinese gamers play games.

A West University student looks in the mirror.

This game is definitely more suited to Xida University.