Tokyo Video Game Tycoon.

This is truly a very radical act.

However, the developers who were involved in the development of classic e-sports games like Street Fighter and StarCraft were very excited.

This is a game that I developed myself, and the game that I developed myself may become a world-class competition event in the future. Is there anything more proud of this?

“I am willing to host this event with the highest standards, and I have some new ideas about esports, which we can discuss in detail later. In addition to the main venue for esports events, I also plan to use this place as a carnival venue for players.”

Zhu Youxing then picked up a pen and drew a circle on an open space near the stadium.

“I plan to negotiate with the government to temporarily borrow this land and hold a carnival. I can handle this with the government, but the details of the carnival will be up to you to decide.”

"Give it to us? What exactly do you want us to do with it?" someone asked.

"Of course, it's what you're best at: all your plans for future game development, and you can also hold some interviews at the carnival to talk to players up close about your game development philosophy, and talk about your views on each game character. These are all very interesting things."

Zhu Youxing began to describe to them all the details about the carnival.

These details were enough for them to immediately picture the scene.

They sat on the stage and talked about their ideals for video games, as well as some directions they would take in making games in the future.

"But President, didn't you say before that it's best not to release a game until it's developed to a certain stage?"

In response to this question, Zhu Youxing answered simply: "As I said, it's best not to announce it, but that doesn't mean we should never announce it. In the past, our game development cycle was relatively short, so it was more reasonable to promote the game after it was almost finished. But now, with the game development cycle being longer, promoting it gradually is one of the easiest ways to arouse players' interest."

This could also be described as making empty promises to the players.

But as long as you control the rhythm well, this pancake will be incredibly delicious.

In later generations, a AAA game would often take three to five years, or even seven or eight years, to develop. If there were no leaks or announcements from beginning to end, it would actually affect the game's promotional effect.

According to Zhu Youxing, the initial promotion of 2077 was actually very appropriate. It's just a pity that the game ultimately failed to deliver on its promises, leading to a collapse in its reputation, which is undoubtedly a great regret.

However, there is also a reason that the developers of 2077 have to be responsible to their shareholders. If they keep dragging the game out until it is fully completed before releasing it, those shareholders will probably be furious. This is the result of being constrained by capital.

But Zhu Youxing doesn't have to be responsible for anyone, so he doesn't have to set a release date for a game, or when it will reach a level that he is satisfied with before it can be released. Isn't that great?

Chapter 472 Games have become a fashion trend

Of these game development teams, apart from the few that went to develop Monster Hunter, the other teams also had their own work to do.

Some are developing short-term casual games, which will be released soon, while others are developing long-term games, which may take more than a year to develop. These companies can take this opportunity to advertise effectively.

This also tells players: Look, I have a huge lineup of games. If you buy my console now, you can not only experience the excellent games that have already been released, but also look forward to new top-tier games in the future.

With the immense popularity of Final Fantasy VII, the demand for Final Fantasy VIII has grown increasingly louder.

Moreover, Takeyusei felt that he might also consider making a movie version of Final Fantasy VII.

This is also a great opportunity to advertise their own engine and special effects production capabilities.

However, the special effects team is already extremely busy, with various game projects seeking them to create all sorts of promotional CG animations. They are practically overwhelmed with work. The US is planning to open two or three more special effects studios, and in the best-case scenario, they would directly acquire some experienced special effects studios so that they can start using them immediately.

Of course, you have to take things one step at a time. The two games I've planned for, plus the game trailers released by the game development team leaders, should be enough. If there are more, it will only lead to fatigue.

Moreover, we don't have enough manpower from our own family, so we simply can't handle doing too much.

"There will definitely be regular performances during the carnival. Besides the performances, it will be your turn to take the stage and promote your respective game plans. Remember, this is a carnival for the players, so everything we do is for the players. You need to be completely open and honest with the players."

After saying that, Zhu Youxing stood up: "Alright, you all need to prepare what you need to do at the carnival, and then make a plan as soon as possible. There are only three months left, which is also an opportunity for us to promote ourselves."

In the competition with Surui Electronics, we need to keep coming up with more new ideas, otherwise we might really be overtaken by Surui Electronics.

Carnivals are the easiest way to cultivate core players.

It's important to remember that during BlizzCon's peak, every player's enthusiasm was genuine. They were absolutely loyal players, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, even if things just remained the same, these players would always be their most steadfast supporters.

After the meeting, Zhu Youxing picked up the phone and dialed a number.

That was the former chairman of the Cultural Industry Array Committee.

However, he is no longer the chairman, as he has been promoted to vice minister of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.

The cultural industry revitalization plan has yielded very good results under his guidance.

Firstly, the relationship with South Korean conglomerates is becoming increasingly close, and cooperation between the two sides is increasing, which is essentially a win-win situation.

At Takeyusei's suggestion, and because he generously delegated the hosting rights for esports events to South Korea, Japan made a fortune from South Korea, and South Korea also made a fortune from the world.

Esports does indeed possess some very unique charm.

First of all, this symbolizes a kind of fashion, just like rock and roll decades ago, and jazz even earlier.

They represent rebellion, but also the choices of young people in that era.

With the support of young people, this industry will have no trouble developing.

More and more people around the world are paying attention to esports, and the esports club model is quite mature.

It's like starting from the middle of the track, which is definitely better than knowing nothing and being in the exploratory stage.

As a result, South Korea has earned a lot of money from clubs, as well as more from sponsorship fees from advertisers, which has greatly boosted its economy, which is quite surprising.

As a result, South Korea has become even more enamored with the game company, Yusung Electronic Entertainment.

While South Koreans generally dislike most Japanese people, they show no aversion to Yusei Electronic Entertainment and its founder, Takeyusei.

In South Korea, there are already many fans of Yusung Electronic Entertainment. No matter what game Yusung Electronic Entertainment releases, they will buy it in full as soon as possible, even if the game is not fun.

Given the immense success of esports, the former president's promotion was only natural.

As for who this former president is most grateful to, it is naturally Takeyusei.

Zhu Youxing was almost the biggest contributor to the entire cultural industry revitalization plan.

It can be said that without Zhu Youxing, he would not be where he is today.

When his phone rang, he glanced at the number on the screen and immediately became serious.

"Everyone, I have some things to attend to. Please continue."

The former chairman, who was discussing matters, walked out of the room with a serious expression and then pressed the call button.

"Hello, is this Mr. Takeyu?"

The voice of Takeyusei came from the other end of the phone: "That's right, this is Takeyu. It's been a long time since I've contacted you, Vice Minister Asakusa. Congratulations on your promotion."

Asakusa said very modestly, "Mr. Takeyu, you deserve some credit for this. I am very grateful to you. I have always wanted to have a proper get-together with you in person, but I know that your company is very busy, so I did not want to bother you too much. I wonder if you have something to do for you today, Mr. Takeyu?"

"Yes, let's just find somewhere to eat. Are you in Kyoto?"

Asakusa immediately said, "Yes, Mr. Takeyu, are you at the new company headquarters now? Then we should be very close by. I happen to know a very good sashimi restaurant. I wonder if you would be interested, Mr. Takeyu."

“Okay, let’s meet there and then we can talk about my thoughts.”

Upon hearing that Zhu Youxing wanted to discuss serious matters, he became even more serious.

If Zhu Youxing wants to have a serious talk about some things, it will probably be another opportunity for him.

He had seized the opportunity every time before, and he certainly wouldn't miss it easily this time either.

So he didn't hesitate to stand up the people he was discussing things with in the room, leaving his secretary and assistant to handle it, while he immediately took a car to the designated sashimi restaurant.

It didn't matter what he ate, and Zhu Youxing didn't care much, but he was never quite used to raw food.

But it doesn't matter, he's not here to eat anyway.

Chapter 473 Astonishing Data

Takeyusei had little interest in this almost entirely raw food, but Vice-Chief Asakusa seemed quite enthusiastic about it.

Upon arriving, he immediately ordered several of the restaurant's signature sashimi dishes, including pufferfish sashimi.

This thing is highly poisonous, although it's generally harmless if handled properly. Besides, it's a very well-known shop, and they wouldn't dare ruin their reputation here, but it still makes Zhu Youxing a little uncomfortable.

As expected, he still prefers simpler foods like takoyaki; he still doesn't really like the so-called high-class cuisine in Japan.

"Mr. Takeyu, this is some fine sake I brought. Please have a taste."

Asakusa was very enthusiastic and had no airs of being a vice minister in a political agency.

Or rather, there are very few people who can make Asakusa so down-to-earth, and Takeyusei is one of them.

Asakusa personally poured sake for Takeyusei.

Zhu Youxing was his benefactor, so it was worth it for him to do this.

"Deputy Director Asakusa, you don't need to be so polite."

Zhu Youxing declined a little, but the other party was so enthusiastic that perhaps he really had done him a great favor.

He was already quite old, and it was truly remarkable that he could be promoted at this age, so he was even more grateful to Zhu Youxing.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Takeyusei got straight to the point and shared his thoughts with Asakusa.

“Deputy Minister Asakusa, I’m here to obtain the right to use a piece of land. I checked beforehand and the land also belongs to the Japanese government. This right to use the land is only temporary. I want to hold a carnival.”

"Oh?" Asakusa asked with interest. "What kind of carnival is it? Like a festival parade?"

Zhu Youxing nodded: "It's similar, but there are some differences, because this carnival will only be for our company. Of course, I think it might also be of some benefit to the government."

Takeyusei's words piqued Asakusa's interest even more, and he immediately asked, "Could I ask about the specific procedures?"

Takeyusei came prepared and immediately took out a map he had prepared and spread it out for Asakusa to see.

"My initial plan was to rent this sports stadium for a week to celebrate our company's 10th anniversary. However, I later felt that I could make the event more grand, not just by inviting some celebrities. I wanted to make this 10th anniversary celebration an unforgettable memory for the players, so I changed my plans."

Zhu Youxing pointed to a large open space next to the sports stadium.

“I would like to rent this place temporarily, and of course I will pay for it. However, if possible, I hope the government can also help promote it, just like the previous cultural industry revitalization plan.”

"Getting the government to promote your company isn't going to be easy," Asakusa said, shaking her head slightly.

This would somewhat affect fairness, as the government cannot possibly have the time and energy to do something specifically for one company.

Asakusa was very grateful to Takeyusei, but he really didn't dare to agree to this request directly.

At this moment, Takeyusei said, "Wait, Vice Director Asakusa, I haven't finished yet."

"For our company, this will be an unforgettable carnival celebration, but I would also like to say that for the government, it is also a great opportunity to promote Japan to the world."

Asakusa narrowed her eyes slightly.

Zhu Youxing's tone is very arrogant.