Since Little Nezha had no objections, Gu Sheng naturally had none either.

However, Gu Sheng couldn't help but admire Shen Miaomiao's courage.

She truly was an iron-headed warrior, daring to clash with anyone.

From Starlight to Glorious, then to various Asian giants and XunTeng Technology.

Throughout their journey, they had countless overt and covert enemies, facing obstacles and difficulties one after another.

Yet, Shen Miaomiao's trust in him had remained unwavering.

Even now, Gu Sheng vividly remembered when they were developing their first game Cat Mario—Little Nezha waving her tiny hand and directly doubling the budget.

And now.

They were about to face their first confrontation with Komera—this world-class gaming company!

Now adorned with the halo of "King of Horror Games."

With Phasmophobia preceding and Silent Hill PT following, two horror games achieving consecutive successes.

While Komera's five horror games mostly resulted in losses.

Their overall deficit could be called a black hole for horror games.

To some extent, he was leveraging his strengths against their weaknesses.

But!

In terms of market presence, Golden Wind was at an absolute disadvantage!

Because games need platforms.

Motion-sensing pods aren't like PCs with high global penetration. According to last year's statistics, global PC users exceeded 3 billion, with strong cross-platform compatibility. No matter which platform the game is on, as long as it's on PC, players can purchase and play it—the only difference being the launch platform.

But motion-sensing pods are different. Due to their relatively short development time, major manufacturers are racing to seize market opportunities.

Thus, their exclusivity is extremely strong.

As one of the world's largest motion-sensing pod manufacturers, Komera's KMN-3, combined with the previous generation KMN-2, occupies a significant portion of the global market share.

The two generations total tens of millions of units.

Meaning, once Silent Hill is released, it will have an audience of tens of millions waiting.

Now, look at their side.

Currently, Golden Wind's most stable and only motion-sensing pod partner is Yiyou.

But Yiyou's strength...

Domestically, it can't compare to Komera, let alone globally.

To date, Yiyou X2's global sales barely reach a few million units—nowhere near Komera's level.

To put it bluntly.

Even if Gu Sheng were to pull off another "Titanfall miracle" and max out Yiyou X2's login rates!

It would still only be one-tenth of Komera's market—maybe not even that.

This is an absolute disadvantage!

Of course!

As an independent game company, Golden Wind could take an alternative approach for this game's platform.

For example, America's "CloudPower-Vivendi."

But just seeing the name made Gu Sheng's head buzz.

Vivendi.

The name filled him with even more foreboding.

If Komera is the parallel-world Konami.

Then Vivendi is undoubtedly the parallel-world Vivendi.

Starting with plumbing, Vivendi is even more formidable than the pachinko-obsessed Komera.

"Hostile takeovers, violent dismantling, listing-for-sale deals, aggressive layoffs, interfering with projects—you name it."

For profit, if you can think of it, they've done it.

In comparison, even a "copy ninja" like XunTeng seems adorable.

At least XunTeng just copies—they're still making games.

A heavyweight beast like Vivendi treats game design like assembly line screw-tightening.

So.

Even if CloudPower's motion-sensing pods could rival Komera globally, and if he asked, they'd likely welcome him.

Gu Sheng still wanted nothing to do with such a grotesque imperialist power.

Overall!

In reputation—Golden Wind has the advantage!

In market—Komera has the advantage!

Since their strengths lie in different dimensions, which is better depends on perspective.

Golden Wind might not lose, and Komera might not win.

Thus!

Two days later!

The project initiation meeting was held under Gu Sheng's leadership.

Originally, such meetings required CEO Shen Miaomiao's presence.

But yesterday, CDEA Chairman Jiang Yingcai called.

Yes.

Chairman.

Last month, CDEA's high council underwent a reshuffle. The old chairman retired, and sole candidate Jiang Yingcai took office!

After years of waiting, he finally got his chance.

The first major event Chairman Jiang faced was the annual 【CDEA Charity Week】 in February.

During this event, CDEA invites select domestic game studios, companies, and groups to offer their "charity game bundles."

These bundles package classic older games for promotional sales, with 10%-15% of proceeds donated to charity.

When first launched, the event received widespread acclaim.

Especially for developers.

The bundle model focuses on small profits but quick turnover, benefiting everyone.

Meanwhile, active participation in charity boosts prestige and reputation.

A win-win situation, so developers eagerly join.

But because it's so attractive, initially too many wanted in, with wildly varying game quality—some just joining for the hype.

Thus, in subsequent years, CDEA refined the system, raised standards, and adopted an invitation-only approach.

Each year, CDEA curates a list, inviting only top-tier domestic developers to ensure bundle quality.

And this year!

With Jiang Yingcai newly at CDEA's helm.

Golden Wind topped his invitation list!

In terms of scale, Golden Wind isn't yet a "top-tier developer."

But its influence rivals giants like Thunderous, Fury Flame, XunTeng, and Yiyou!

After much discussion at Jiang's insistence, Golden Wind was exceptionally included.

Jiang personally called, inviting Golden Wind to send representatives to tomorrow's invitation meeting.

Such a great opportunity, plus the chairman's personal invitation—Golden Wind had to attend.

Thus, early in the morning, Shen Miaomiao and Chu Qingzhou boarded a train to Zhongjing.

As for the project initiation?

Naturally, it fell to Gu Sheng.

After all, besides being Chief Game Director, he's also Golden Wind's Vice President.

...

"CEO Shen is temporarily away on business, so she won't attend today's meeting,"

Gu Sheng's voice echoed in Golden Wind's conference room that morning:

"I'll handle all project initiation decisions."

Hearing this!

From project leads Lu Bian and Da Jiang to Jiang Yun.

To deputy leads Kailing, Jiang Shan, Yuki, and Sato.

No one reacted much, just nodding slightly, waiting for Gu Sheng to continue.

As if "CEO Shen's absence" wasn't noteworthy.

I'm really the power behind the throne.

Gu Sheng grinned inwardly.

Clearing his throat, he said, "Now that everyone's here, let's begin."

"Two days ago, CEO Shen and I discussed,"

Gu Sheng continued:

"Komera's sudden change canceled our involvement in Silent Hill's main development."

"Though Komera hasn't officially announced or notified us yet,"

"In reality, they've already assembled their own team to develop Silent Hill."

Here, Gu Sheng glanced at Sato and Yuki.

Both nodded in confirmation.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have left Komera for Golden Wind.

"Result-wise, Komera's actions didn't cause us much loss,"

Gu Sheng went on:

"But their deceitful tactics left CEO Shen deeply dissatisfied!"

"She told me explicitly: this time, we clash with Komera—and aim to crush them!"

"To show them Silent Hill PT's success wasn't due to Komera's size, but Golden Wind's talent."

"And to make them see who truly holds horror gaming's future."

"When I asked if she feared losing, CEO Shen replied with just three words—"

Here.

Gu Sheng raised three fingers, eyes flashing coldly, radiating killing intent!

"Run them over!"

Clearly, he'd misunderstood Shen Miaomiao's joke yesterday.

Whoa—!!!

The room erupted in gasps!

So bold!

Because!

To everyone, CEO Ou (Shen Miaomiao's nickname) was always cheerful and easygoing, rarely interfering, treating them as true friends.

Who knew?

The usually easygoing CEO Ou could say something so fierce!

Morale booster!

Though clashing with a behemoth like Komera would be perilous.

With CEO Ou's words and Director Gu—the King of Horror Games—leading the charge!

Fighting Komera head-on isn't hopeless!

Besides, looking back, every opponent Golden Wind faced was formidable.

So!

After exchanging glances, the room ignited with fiery determination, slamming tables passionately!

'Damn! CEO Ou's personally displeased? Screw Komera!'

'CEO Ou's anger is ours! Fight!'

'Starlight, Glorious, Thunderous, XunTeng's big three—we've fought hard battles! Fear Komera? Bring it!'

'CEO Ou gave bonuses, now commands—where she points, we strike!'

'Just fight! Three of PT's four leads are here—Komera's doomed!'

'CEO Ou's rare clarity—we must avenge her!'

'Old Gu, just tell us how!'

'Yeah, Sheng, guide us—let's show Komera true ruthlessness!'

'Fully-insured truck ready!'

'Bulldozer! Activate!'

'Ram them!'

'...'

The room buzzed with fervor!

Remember!

Just three days ago!

Shen Miaomiao spearheaded a massive salary raise!

As the saying goes, cutting someone's income is like killing their parents.

Now, whoever displeased CEO Ou was Golden Wind's greatest enemy!

Komera's size be damned!

We'll scatter them to the winds!

Inspired, Gu Sheng clapped his hands:

"Since we're targeting Komera and Silent Hill, we'll start from PT."

"With Silent Hill's rights in Komera's hands, we can't use the name."

"But fortunately! Yuki!"

Here, Gu Sheng gestured to Kamikawa Yuki:

"During PT's development, Yuki suggested giving the demo's protagonist an identity."

"After discussion, we agreed a truth-seeking reporter fit best."

"Hence the ending teaser."

"And now!"

"Silent Hill's story ends for us."

"But reporter Miles' story begins!"

With that!

Gu Sheng stepped aside, revealing the laser projector screen.

Clicking the remote!

The screen displayed a game cover—

Dark, oppressive, grim!

In a cluttered sewer, a hulking figure loomed, eyes glowing eerily—

"Outlast?"

Lu Bian, at the table's head, stroked his chin, shuddering at the sinister art.

Gu Sheng smiled slightly and nodded:

"Outlast."

Exactly!

PT's teaser set up this phenomenon from Gu Sheng's past life!

Maybe you don't know Miles. Maybe Mountain Mental Hospital is unfamiliar.

But if you've ever touched horror games, you've heard of Outlast!

In Gu Sheng's past life, it sparked a horror game frenzy!

In his horror universe, Miles leaves Silent Hill, receiving an email titled "The Truth Must Be Revealed."

The anonymous sender mentions Mountain Mental Hospital in Colorado, site of horrific experiments.

Tracking the email leads nowhere—just a dummy account.

Driven by curiosity and truth-seeking, Miles heads to Colorado, sneaking into the asylum at night.

There!

Miles endures his most terrifying night!

Deranged inmates and grotesque mutants hunt him endlessly!

His only tool? A DV camera with dying batteries, barely lighting the darkness!

Damn!!!

The team shuddered at Gu Sheng's pitch!

Midnight, infiltration, mental asylum.

Pursuit, escape, failing camera.

Sinister!

Absolutely sinister!

Each element alone is unsettling.

Yet Gu Sheng combined all three!

Who knows how terrifying this game will be!

Source: Webnovel.com, updated by lotustale.com