Tokyo Video Game Tycoon.

Chapter 830 Have you heard of GTA?

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"For example, I carry a Facebook smartphone with me now. I can play some classic games that were pretty good back then, but if you really want to get a high-end mobile gaming experience that belongs to this era, a dedicated handheld console is still the most suitable."

As he spoke, Natsume Yasutaka pulled his Facebook smartphone out of his pocket.

"So we welcome all gamers to continue using our game consoles. Our original intention in creating handheld consoles was not to compete with smartphones, but simply to bring joy to more gamers."

The reporters present clearly did not believe this statement.

Back then, it was you, Yuxing Electronics Entertainment, who joined forces with Facebook to fight against Mikeford, causing Mikeford, which had finally gained a huge smartphone market, to suffer repeated defeats. Now, the two sides are evenly matched.

They wouldn't believe it if you said that Yusei Electronics created a new handheld console not to compete head-on with Mikey.

They were just unsure what was so special about this product.

"Mr. Natsume, don't you think this handheld console is a bit of a gimmick? It can be used as a home console, but it doesn't have the powerful performance of a home console. If you want to use it as a portable handheld console, the screen is a bit too big. It just feels weird. Do you think something so gimmicky will be popular?"

"Of course, I will definitely believe it. No matter how outrageous our products are, as a member of the company, I will definitely stand on the side of our company. As for whether they will be welcomed by users, we can only wait for the official release of the game console. It is meaningless to say anything now."

This speech summit seems to have unknowingly become a one-man show for Youxing Electronic Entertainment.

Most people are more interested in knowing the latest information about game consoles and the details of the latest video games.

As for knowledge about marketing or advertising, hardly anyone listens to it anymore.

This time, some information was revealed to the public, allowing most people to know the general plans of Youxing Electronic Entertainment.

Yusei Electronics Entertainment will not give up on high-performance home consoles. In the future, new GS series home consoles will continue to be released, and the release date is very close. As for the specific time, Natsume Yasutaka cannot reveal it completely yet, which can be considered as reassurance to players who like high-definition games.

After all, not everyone likes to see pixelated game graphics.

The striking visual effects can also attract more players' attention, so Bamboo Star will naturally not give up.

They're working on both the Switch and high-performance home consoles, and this time, two different teams will be responsible for operating the two consoles.

Following the Direct and this summit, there has been a surge in online discussions about Yuxing Electronic Entertainment.

The most discussed topics were the Switch console and the games GTA and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

These two games are benchmarks for sandbox open-world games, and many players have been captivated by them after just one glance.

Some players have even said they've started saving up to buy GTA and The Legend of Zelda.

……

Inside the office of a liberal organization in the United States, the person in charge had just finished watching the latest GTA game trailer.

After reading it, he showed a somewhat annoyed expression: "This is outrageous! How can such a game exist? It's practically encouraging people to commit crimes!"

In this trailer, he saw the character free to do whatever he wanted in the city.

Carjacking, robbery, theft, terrorist attacks, and even murder in the street.

Why was this game allowed to be released?

Why should this kind of game be made public?

Why do games that condone and induce others to commit crimes exist?

He had a million questions.

This game has crossed his line; he cannot accept the meaning and value of its existence.

He immediately prepared a draft on his computer, ready to fiercely criticize the video game.

In his article, he described the game as the source of heinous crimes, saying that if a child played such a game, he would definitely become a sinful person, and if a criminal played the game, it might even lead them to commit crimes.

He would feel it would be a disgrace to release such a game.

After finishing the article, he posted it online to express his dissatisfaction.

At the same time, he also contacted some of his friends in the political arena to see if he could get this terrible game banned from release in the first place.

“Hello? Is this Governor Blake? Yes, this is Peter.”

A very enthusiastic voice came from the other end of the phone: "Oh, it's Peter! It's rare for you to call me. How's your organization doing lately?"

Peter felt much more comfortable after hearing the other person's warm tone.

On the other end of the phone was Blake, a candidate for governor of New York.

With the gubernatorial elections currently underway, Blake's candidacy clearly demonstrates his strong desire to become the actual governor.

Peter, on the other hand, controls a sizable liberal organization with over 100,000 members in New York State.

The people in this organization are all individual votes.

If the candidate governor can win Peter's favor, then Peter can use his influence to actively promote Blake within his organization, which would greatly increase Blake's chances of becoming governor.

“The organization is quite stable, and we are still developing actively. Thank you for the governor’s concern,” Peter said with a smile.

"Ah, I'm not a governor yet. I'm just an ordinary candidate, still actively campaigning. Peter, your organization..."

Peter immediately understood and said, "Don't worry about that. We have a very good relationship, and I will definitely stand by your side."

Blake immediately became even more attentive.

If he can win the votes of these 100,000 people, even if they don't vote for him, they are unlikely to choose his competitors, which gives him a significant advantage.

"That's great! Peter, let's find some time to play golf. We can keep in touch and strengthen our relationship."

“Speaking of building rapport, I think I have a really good publicity suggestion. If you do as I say, it might make you more popular with the public.”

"Oh? Tell me about it."

You know video games, right?

Blake replied decisively, "That goes without saying, I play video games all the time too."

Have you ever heard of the game GTA?

GTA?

Chapter 831 I'm sorry, I can't help you.

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"Oh right, the full name of this game is Rampage."

"This name sounds pretty powerful."

Blake said with a smile.

"It does sound pretty impressive, but the game itself isn't exactly wholesome."

"How exactly is it unhealthy?"

"In this game, you can kill people at will, even on the streets of American cities, and do anything a criminal would do. Do you think this kind of game should exist?"

Blake's eyes widened: "What? There are such outrageous games? Which blind company dares to make such a game? Aren't they afraid of censorship?"

Hearing Blake's exaggerated reaction, Peter said with a hint of smugness, "I was just thinking that if Blake knew how unconventional this game is, he would be furious."

“Extremely angry? I’m absolutely furious! This game is practically inciting people to commit crimes!”

Peter continued, "So, Blake, if you ban these kinds of video games and help people avoid the influence of these games that incite crime, do you think you'll get more votes?"

Blake was immediately intrigued.

When Peter revealed the details of the game, his first thought wasn't how evil the game was; his first thought was actually about the votes.

If he were to release such a game and use public pressure to prevent its sale in front of the public, his prestige would increase, and his votes would naturally rise accordingly.

Even now, the video game industry is still a very immature industry, and also a somewhat distorted one.

Yuxing Electronic Entertainment holds a dominant position, becoming the absolute pinnacle, while other game companies can only occupy a very small share.

As a gubernatorial candidate, he believed that if he took the initiative to pressure game companies through public opinion, these companies would generally be forced to compromise.

Even without compromise, his authority can still be established.

Therefore, regardless of success or failure, it will be of great benefit to oneself, so how could one miss out on such a good thing?

Blake immediately perked up: "Peter, who made this game? Why is this company so arrogant, daring to create such a criminal game? Tell me, and I'll use my connections to put this company down right now. This company is just too arrogant!"

Peter was pleased that he had achieved his goal, and he casually remarked, "Oh, it's a company that's probably quite well-known in the gaming industry."

"A relatively well-known company..."

After hearing this, Blake thought for a moment and felt that even if the company had some fame, it was still acceptable, as he could still use his connections to influence it.

"This company is called Youxing Electronic Entertainment."

"Oh, it's Yusei... Hmm? Peter, what company did you say you were talking about?"

"Youxing Electronic Entertainment isn't a very big company. To this day, they're still just making games and haven't expanded into other areas. If you ask me, this company really hasn't made any progress. They're only thinking about developing in the game field. A company like this will never grow."

"Sorry, Peter, just pretend you didn't hear what I just said."

Peter: ? ? ?

What do you mean?

After speaking, Blake realized that his tone might have been a bit too blunt. He worried that his tone might displease the other party, causing all of the other party's 100,000+ votes to go to his opponent. So he quickly added, "Peter, I'm not targeting you. I just think that entertainment and cultural works have creative freedom. We are a free country, and we shouldn't prohibit this kind of behavior. We can't deprive people of their right to enjoy and experience various cultural and entertainment works."

Peter's expression became somewhat unnatural, even a little unpleasant.

"Blake, this game is terrible, I really dislike it."

"Well, games are ultimately just virtual things, so we can't take them completely seriously."

Peter said in a deep voice, "Blake, I still have more than 100,000 votes here."

"Well, voting is everyone's right, and choosing whom is their right. I can't completely control such a thing."

At that moment, Blake felt that he was the epitome of righteousness and magnificence.

There is no one more upright than himself now, to the point that he finds somewhat disgusting.

However, he has no choice now, not because he doesn't want to help Peter.

But Yusei Electronics Entertainment... we can't afford to mess with them.