(Explosive) "Wang Daer and the Colossus" Achieves Double Ten Million Sales Overseas, Signaling the Rise of China's Game Industry?
A Story of Overtaking and Decades of Patience!
The Past, Present, and Future of VR Games: Why is VR Called a Revolutionary Technology?
"Although Wang Daer's boss design philosophy is a bit limited, it's excellent as a pioneering exploration. I look forward to major manufacturers releasing VR masterpieces comparable to PC titles!"
"There's no comparison without harm. Compared to 'Stellar,' I think 'Wang Daer and the Colossus' is a complete victory!"
"I've bought both VR games and have the most to say. I only played 'Stellar' for two hours, but I was eager to jump into 'Wang Daer and the Colossus' early this morning!"
"So frustrating, I couldn't grab a VR headset and can only watch you all play!"
"It's too early to talk about overtaking; after all, the real giants haven't released their works yet!"
"Can't we boost morale? Our Big Bull, Big Pig, and Big Goose haven't exerted themselves yet!"
"Are you expecting our Big Goose and Big Pig? Let's just give more money to the old dev and look forward to Lingjing's next work."
The comments under the trending topic were very divided. Some netizens celebrated the great success of Lingjing's debut VR game, while others remained watchful.
There were also many who had waited for a long time, making sarcastic remarks, whether truly trolling or genuinely defeated.
The internet has been very lively during this period, with more and more people learning about VR games and the convenience VR technology would bring to ordinary people once popularized.
After all,
Ever since VR games entered the public eye, there have been at least three trending topics daily without interruption.
It's hard not to know about them!
Moreover,
The vision of VR entering life has been promoted for years until today, thoroughly whetting everyone's appetite.
Now that it's a reality, and Longguo has kept pace with the world, not only has a batch of VR devices been successfully produced, but also VR games that are on par with international standards.
How can this not be exciting!
Although the timeline was tight, the first batch of VR devices only produced one million units, far less than Bao Xue's tens of millions in reserves, but the ability to produce them means the technology has been mastered.
Production volume is just a matter of time.
What's important is that the games sell well, which is the core of overtaking.
Because of this,
Lu Li was recognized by Wang Lunshan, a big shot from Qingbei University, who called him early in the morning to heap praise upon him.
He affirmed Lu Li and Lingjing's professionalism and technological maturity in the gaming field.
In response,
Lu Li thanked Elder Wang for his kindness and stated that the next VR game has entered the final production stage and will be released on schedule in June.
That will be the era of fierce competition, and a perfect stage to truly showcase the rise of Longguo games to the world!
Upon hearing Lu Li's assurance, Wang Lunshan on the other end of the phone was overjoyed.
He excitedly expressed that he would expedite the manufacturing of the 50,000 BT-7274 access pods and that pre-orders could start by the end of April at the latest.
He also hinted that he would personally build a BT-7274 access pod for Lu Li, which genuinely piqued Lu Li's curiosity.
After hanging up the phone,
Lu Li posted on Weibo:
"Old rules, the top 200 players globally can claim a mysterious grand prize (image) with their clear code screenshot – Limited Edition VR Access Pod BT-7274."
The news caused an uproar across the entire internet!
"BT-7274 – Oh... oh... oh... Oh, damn! It's so damn cool!"
"A VR game access pod with a mecha exterior, Old Dev, are you playing that boldly?"
"I don't want it; my place doesn't have enough space for this thing (crying)."
"Bro, did you miss out on the pilot? Cry it out, and I'll try to laugh quietly."
"Ahhh!! I really want to slap myself, why did I hesitate to buy the pilot!!"
"Damn! I'm logging in now! This mecha access pod, I, Wang Ergou, am determined to have it!"
As the current hottest all-around designer, Lu Li's personal Weibo post quickly garnered thousands of comments.
Glancing through the comments, Lu Li began to focus on his actual work.
"Titanfall" is about to be released, waiting for the surge of players clearing "Wang Daer and the Colossus."
As long as the emotions are high enough, coupled with the unparalleled immersion of VR games, the system will surely collect emotional values much faster than with previous PC games.
After the release, he needs to consider merchandise. It must reach the point of evoking nostalgic feelings.
Lu Li hadn't been involved in the merchandise field before, but he'd been immersing himself in it during his free time, striving to bring players the ultimate experience.
While Lu Li was busy, that message was rapidly fermenting.
Almost every player who had purchased a pilot immediately logged in after receiving the news.
Then, they spent day and night grinding bosses!
They had to play until the system forced them offline!
Joke's on them, an access pod of this caliber would cost at least eighty to ninety thousand, and it's a commemorative edition, possibly appreciating in value later.
Players, already drawn to the VR world by emotional connections, were now enticed by a substantial reward.
In an instant, the entire Colossus world became extraordinary.
The receptionist, Duor, was stunned!
So many Wang Daers (Mona) rushing into the Colossus to save Him; if He didn't have a physical form, this guy would surely cry tears of joy.
On the first day of release, most players with average skills only defeated the first Colossus and were stuck at the second, the Yak on the seaside, struggling to get onto its back.
A few players who could think outside the box had reached the third Colossus, Gale, who stood over a hundred meters tall.
They were either forced to learn to swim.
Or racking their brains to figure out how to climb Gale's head to attack its weak points.
A rare few, like Bai Zhiyuan, a player with exceptional talent, reached the fifth Colossus, the Raptor Avion.
However, Bai Zhiyuan had a job during the day and wouldn't spend all day in the game for a reward.
But,
Tang Wanqiu could!
He immediately requested a honeymoon leave from his company, planning to spend all seven days immersed in the VR game.
All for the BT-7274!
Whether for personal use or to resell to others, it would be a significant income for their family.
On the first day, Tang Wanqiu only managed to conquer the fourth Colossus, the Charger, Fedra!
Early in the morning,
After requesting leave from his company, Tang Wanqiu eagerly entered the game.
In the game, he saw Mona's original appearance; the scenes he most anticipated hadn't appeared, unlike what others were experiencing.
The person he most anticipated was always by his side.
However, this did not diminish Tang Wanqiu's determination to conquer bosses, as he wanted to bring a more prosperous life to his beloved through his own talent.
On the second day, Tang Wanqiu conquered the fifth Colossus, the Raptor, and the sixth, the Minotaur Walus, then got stuck at the seventh Colossus, the Sea Serpent Hydras, from the lakebed ruins.
Hydras, at first glance, resembled the Dragon King of the Sea, with two horns on its head and tentacles by its mouth swaying gracefully in the water. It had massive stone scales like other Colossi.
What differed was the numerous high, protruding 'spines' growing from its back, surrounded by dark golden lightning arcs, making it look exceptionally dangerous.
Although called a sea serpent, it was actually an electric eel capable of unleashing lightning.
Those protruding spines acted like electrodes, using the lake water to electrify the surrounding water body.
Being immersed in it, Tang Wanqiu's entire body felt numb with electricity.
Situated in the center of the lake, surrounded by only a few isolated stone pillars, the rest was an endless expanse of thick fog.
Occasionally, glimpses from the lakebed looking upwards would pass by, the ethereal shadow of the electric eel swimming on the surface, accompanied by occasional earth-shattering roars.
Shocking, oppressive, helpless, lonely.
It felt as if an invisible hand had gripped his throat, rendering him speechless and unable to move.
Players with thalassophobia had their experience amplified to the maximum!
(Thanks again to my readers for their encouragement and gifts. I'm delighted that so many of you are still following along despite a nearly four-day hiatus. This is the greatest encouragement for me.)
(And unconsciously, the book's rating has risen to 8.3, even with some readers deliberately giving low ratings to suppress it. It's great! Actually, I want to say there's no need to deliberately suppress ratings, because high ratings are not the reason for being blocked. I won't say more, you should understand the specific reasons. Feel free to read with confidence, it's fine.)