At eight o'clock in the evening, the office building of Pengcheng Goose Factory was brightly lit, and the employees of the Goose Factory were still working hard.
Since the brain-computer connection VR project was established, Goose Factory has been negotiating business cooperation with well-known game manufacturers in the world.
They hope to port some popular or classic console masterpieces to VR, and of course they have to be highly compatible.
MoBa and real-time strategy games are not suitable for porting to VR, even if they can be controlled by brain-computer connection.
Before getting a brain-computer connected VR sample, there were only a few game manufacturers willing to cooperate. After getting the brain-computer connected VR sample, almost all game manufacturers were willing to cooperate.
Don't think that only domestic manufacturers like to fry things before they are made. Foreign manufacturers also like to make things like the same thing.
This tradition comes from Hollywood. Even if a successful Hollywood IP series fails for a while, there is still a chance to restart.
Blizzard even bluntly stated that it would redo the Frozen Throne. The so-called redo is an update on the screen.
In addition to transplanting masterpieces from foreign manufacturers, some foreign game manufacturers have also expressed that they have new inspiration and will develop 3A masterpieces specifically based on brain-computer connection VR.
In particular, the manufacturer of the "Witcher" series of masterpieces publicly stated after the Nobel Prize Ceremony:
"Merlin's magic has given us a lot of inspiration, and we have a lot of great ideas for the new Witcher game.
I hope Merlin himself can communicate with us in person, and it would be even better if he could go to the legendary magical world to have a look.
The original Witcher sequel was supposed to have a lot of new stuff, and we couldn't wait to start working on it. "
As the culmination of the Witcher series, The Witcher 3 has sold about 30 million copies worldwide, which is a very astonishing number.
However, "Cyberpunk 2077", its developer's post-Witcher 3 work "Cyberpunk 2077", was criticized by players.
Therefore, they urgently need a product to regain the trust of players. The sequel to the Witcher series is the best choice, and it can also catch the popularity of Merlin.
The sample of brain-computer connection to VR also gave them inspiration. The Witcher sequel can be specially made into a VR version.
Previous 3A masterpieces were unable to log onto the VR platform. The biggest reason was that the VR controllability did not match the controllability required for 3A masterpieces.
The immersion and realism of VR are definitely better than those of computer screens, but they are helplessly limited by technical constraints.
Kechuang's future brain-computer connection VR has given game manufacturers new hope.
As for if the brain-computer connected VR does not sell well, the sales revenue will not be able to cover the development costs of the VR version. This is not within the consideration of major manufacturers.
Game manufacturers that can develop AAA masterpieces can bear this loss.
Moreover, the metaverse and virtual reality are the direction of technological evolution. Brain-computer connection VR is considered the primary form of the metaverse. The development of VR versions of games is also a matter of technical reserve and technical team training.
It’s not just the financial benefits.
Just like Goose Factory teaming up with Rice to develop a brain-computer-connected VR operating system, the process of making wheels allows talents to get exercise and gain a deeper understanding of the system.
Judging from user feedback on the market, Rice’s miui system has become smoother.
Goose Factory's negotiations with foreign manufacturers are limited to negotiation. Foreign manufacturers cannot obtain version numbers and can only enter the Chinese market through the steam platform.
If it weren't for the fact that almost none of these console games can get game version numbers, Goose Factory wouldn't even want to let Steam log into the brain-computer VR platform.
Although it's not them who has the final say on this matter.
Considering that Kechuang’s future brain-computer connected VR is released simultaneously in most countries in the world, these games will also be released on Wegame.
It is unknown how much of Steam's share Wegame can capture in foreign markets.
Goose Factory still does not give up on the Wegame project. The project may not develop well and cannot beat many game platforms, but Goose Factory cannot live without this project.
In addition to introducing external games, Goose Factory also engaged in self-research.
Of the fifty or so projects at that time, only five were eventually developed and put on the shelves for sale.
The Chinese-style Cthulhu Soul game that Chen Ran and his team wanted to develop at that time was obviously not recognized.
Even though their team spent a month working at the workstation every day until late at night, the combat system they tried their best to come up with was not recognized.
The reason is simple. The developers of "Elden Ring" and "Sekiro" agreed to cooperate and port them to the VR platform.
There is no need to make another game of this type by yourself. Even if it has a touch of Chinese Cthulhu, this type of game has not been tested by the market.
Goose Factory does not need to take risks, they just need to follow the successful experience in the market step by step.
Originally, Li Miaomiao knew that Zheng Li was interested in this project. After she asked about it, Zheng Li was preparing to purchase the island.
Zheng Li didn't want to use Kechuang Biotechnology's money to invest in this project, as that would attract too much attention.
MiHoYo's investment in a nuclear fusion company has been talked about as news. If a company like Kechuang Biotech with a market capitalization of several trillion yuan does not go about its business to start a game company, it will definitely be hyped by the media.
Zheng Li knew that his secret gaze had been staring at Science and Technology Creation.
At that time, Zheng Li was purchasing islands, building a magic plant research and development base, and the mage tower project. This was a more important task. Zheng Li had no money left to sponsor this project without selling his shares.
Therefore, Kechuang Biotechnology did not propose a joint investment with Goose Factory for this project, and it died before it even started.
After other Deus Ex brain-computer connection VR game projects were officially launched, Chen Ran's team was dispersed and joined various project teams.
"It seems that you are still depressed. Are you still thinking about the "Legend of Ming" project?"
The colleagues around me have almost left. The brain-computer connection VR will be released tomorrow, and all the development and testing have been completed. Most of the game development department has left relatively early these days.
The early times here are just compared with when the previous project was in a hurry.
Chen Ran saw that Chen Chi was still in a daze, so he asked his friend. Chen Chi was also the most enthusiastic about this project before.
Chen Ran is the one who can do the best. If he can't do it, forget it and work honestly in the goose factory.
Chen Chi turned his head and looked at Chen Ran: "Yes, I kind of want to go out and work alone to get this game out."
Chen Ran lowered his voice: "Are you crazy! Do you know how much investment it takes to make a game of this level? Even if you fill in all your salary from the time you entered the Goose Factory to now, you won't be able to make a splash."
"And it's so hard to find a job in this environment now. It's easy to go out but hard to come back. It's not that easy if you want to go back to Goose Factory."
"Our project will be launched soon. With the company's emphasis on the brain-computer connection VR project, there will be a huge year-end bonus next month, so why bother with it anymore?"
Chen Ran has blood and passion, but reason can overwhelm these elements.
Chen Chi realized that there were colleagues around him, and he also lowered his voice:
"The launch of brain-computer connected VR is an excellent opportunity."
"Do you have confidence in brain-computer connection VR?"
"I am confident that brain-computer connected VR is definitely the best VR product currently, and its entertainment and playability are much better than the products currently on the market."
"From my perspective as an industry insider, brain-computer connection VR can be said to be the culmination of electronic products in recent years."
"But my only doubt is the pricing. According to what my friends at Kechuang Future told me, the price of this product will definitely not be cheap."
"According to what the other party said, it should be at the same price as Sony's ps5, or even more expensive."
"If we set the price at this price, it's a question whether we can get enough sales. But it will definitely sell well abroad."
Chen Ran replied after thinking.
There have been comments before that domestic players are unwilling to pay for 3A masterpieces, so China cannot produce good 3A masterpieces.
There is some truth to this statement, but domestic players are unwilling to pay for 3A masterpieces because domestic income levels cannot keep up with the pricing of console games.
It's not because domestic players have lower moral standards than foreign players, it's simply because their income levels can't keep up.
A very simple example is that the legal minimum wage in Sweden is 28,000 RMB. A 3A masterpiece is priced at 300 RMB, which is only half a day’s salary for a Swedish person.
Among the minimum wage standards in various provinces in China, the highest is only 2,320 yuan, and 300rmb is the minimum wage for three days of income.
If a 3A masterpiece costs a Nordic man three days' salary to buy, do you think he will buy it?
It has nothing to do with moral standards.
After all, the number of people who pay for domestic free games is only a minority, and those who can top up hundreds or even thousands are even a minority among the minority. Most gamers spend no more than 50rmb on mobile games every month.
Chen Chi nodded and said: "Yes, if the price is high, it may indeed affect sales."
"But high payment means that users are the best customers in China with the strongest spending power."
"These customers have a huge overlap with the consumer groups of console games."
"If brain-computer connected VR can be a big success and VR console games sell well, there will definitely be many investors who want to invest in this direction."
"As the first batch of practitioners of Goose Factory's brain-computer-connected VR games, it is easy to attract investment. With our two resumes, it is not impossible to get a share of the new trend."
“I know the first rule of entrepreneurship: don’t start a business with your own money.”
Nowadays, it is no longer an era when you can attract investment by just talking and adding a ppt. Educational qualifications, resume, professional experience, and whether you have successful works are all the criteria that investors need to consider.
The sudden rise of science and technology innovation has led to more and more domestic investors willing to invest in hard technology. What if it is the next science and technology innovation?
After hearing this, Chen Ran smiled and said: "Very good. It's too stressful to invest with your own money. The pressure is so great that you lose your normal level."
"Using other people's money to build your own business makes it easier to stimulate people's potential to a certain extent."
"But have you ever considered a very important point? You take our plan and go outside to cooperate with others and set up a game company."
"It's okay if it's not popular. Once it becomes popular, Goose Factory will definitely sue us. Nanshan Pizza Hut is no joke."
Chen Chi shook his head and said, "No, no, no, you're obsessed."
"What is the most precious thing about the previous plan? It is the battle system that we worked hard and put a lot of thought into."
"Chinese Cthulhu is just a layer of skin, and this layer of skin may not necessarily be used."
"The specific story background is not important. The key is whether the game content can make players happy."
"In addition, the recently popular magic is also a good subject."
Chen Ran: "Let's wait until everything settles before we consider raising investment."
"And non-compete agreements are also very troublesome."
"I need time to think about whether or not to do it with you."
I have to say that Chen Ran is excited. Brain-computer connection VR is a brand new track, and it is bound to breed a lot of wealth-making myths.
When the mobile Internet boom came, many mobile game companies emerged in China, and many entrepreneurial myths emerged.
To this day, there are still some well-known companies in the industry, such as Lilith Games, Eagle Point Network, MiHoYo, etc.
Chen Ran has no doubt about the prospect of brain-computer connected VR, but he is still hesitant to actually take the step of starting a business.
Leaving your comfort zone is hard.
Working in the goose factory was tedious and strenuous, but at least the rewards were worth the effort.
Going out to start a business is a temporary passion, but starting a business has a near-death experience. Whether you can survive is really determined by hard work and destiny.
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The R&D center of Kechuang Bio-Singapore has begun recruiting doctoral graduates from the Department of Mathematics and Astronomy in the Lion City.
The emergence of magic has led to the naked intention of Science and Technology Creation to recruit people. We are going to conduct magic coin mining research and welcome people with lofty ideals to join.
The R&D center of Kechuang Biotechnology has been established in the Lion City for more than three years, and Zheng Li is also a celebrity in the Lion City.
Zheng Li has also made several headlines in the Lion City media. Among them, Kechuang Biotechnology has a market value of more than 2 trillion. When Zheng Li became the richest man in Asia, he was on the front page of the Lion City Daily.
The headline specifically mentioned that Zheng Li has been staying in the Lion City for a long time and is engaged in research and development work.
When Kechuang Biotech came up with the super lithium battery, Zheng Li, as the head of the R&D team, single-handedly took charge of the research and development of the super lithium battery, which also made many headlines in the Lion City media.
Therefore, people in Lion City know Zheng Li and Kechuang Biotech very well, including the salary, benefits and team style of Kechuang Biotech's R&D Center in Lion City. They are also familiar with graduates of National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.
After all, many seniors work there.
Basically, the first ideal company for graduates of the Department of Biology from National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University must be Kechuang Biotechnology.
This time, when recruiting graduates from the Department of Mathematics and Astronomy, Science and Technology Biotechnology has set the bar very high. Only candidates with a Ph.D. will need to answer Zheng Li's generalized partial differential equations test paper on the spot.
The standards are very high, but that doesn't stop candidates from being enthusiastic.
Not only doctoral graduates and quasi-doctoral graduates from National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University submitted their resumes.
Many people from Lion City and China who are studying abroad are sending in their resumes, hoping to join Science and Technology Biotech.
There are not many Chinese people in the Lion City. After all, there are enough Chinese here, and the living habits and customs are relatively close to those of China.
The Lion City is at the top of the list for Chinese immigrants to consider.
Regarding the actions of Kechuang Biotechnology, as soon as the Lion City officials learned about it, Chen Yongcai came to visit again:
"Mr. Zheng, long time no see."
"We came to you before just for the magic coin project, but at that time the matter was still confidential."
"You didn't agree at the time. Who would have thought that one year later, the existence of magic would be known to the whole world."
