Opening the computer, Shi Fan briefly introduced the game. As the group listened to the gameplay, their expressions became somewhat nuanced.
This game sounded quite similar to the yd company's "StarCraft."
They recalled that just a few days ago, someone online had urged domestic game companies to quickly release a competitor to "StarCraft," and it seemed Taoxun had actually launched one so quickly.
They opened the game and completed the novice tutorial.
Having all played "StarCraft," they understood after experiencing it firsthand that it was still quite different. This game didn't require managing buildings, resources, or units; players only controlled their chosen hero character.
This gameplay was simpler than "StarCraft" and easier to pick up. However, each hero had different skills, and in multiplayer matches, teammates needed to cooperate, making it truly easy to learn but difficult to master.
Seeing that everyone had a basic understanding, Shi Fan smiled and said, "Why don't you all team up randomly and experience this game in depth? Oh, and President Ye, along with two mysterious guests and several Taoxun game staff members, will also be joining the game anonymously. Good luck, everyone."
The group immediately became excited. They hadn't expected President Ye to not only have good taste and strong capabilities but also be a skilled gamer!
Now they had a chance to play with President Ye, and of course, they were eager to do so!
Soon, everyone teamed up randomly and started the game.
In another room, Zhan Ruoqing had already rolled up her sleeves, her spirit high as she clicked her mouse. "Hahaha, bring it on! See if I don't obliterate you!"
Ye Zhi: ...
Zhan Ruoqing had come to see her that morning.
Ye Zhi had previously informed her that the afternoon's arrangement was for everyone to experience "Cosmic Heroes" together.
Zhan Ruoqing had no prior gaming experience, but she didn't want to embarrass herself in front of everyone. After all, who wouldn't want to be a dominant player, a true god, and be respectfully called "big shot" after the game?
Therefore, Zhan Ruoqing had rushed over that morning and, while others were touring Taoxun, asked Ye Zhi to assign a Taoxun game staff member to tutor her.
After an intense morning of cramming, Zhan Ruoqing, a gaming novice, finally understood the gameplay and stopped feeding kills in a panic.
Then Qi Xuan arrived. At Zhan Ruoqing's request, in order to achieve a stunning effect, the three of them played against bots together to refine their team coordination.
And now, it was time for the real match.
"Don't rush forward recklessly, listen to commands," Ye Zhi instructed with concern.
"What are you worried about? We've been playing for an extra morning compared to them!" Zhan Ruoqing said confidently, and then proceeded to get the first kill.
Everyone: ...
Fortunately, they managed to win the match in the end, albeit with some close calls.
"I told you not to worry!" Zhan Ruoqing secretly let out a sigh of relief. She said proudly, "The three of us are just too amazing!"
Ye Zhi was a bit speechless. She turned to Qi Xuan, "Four against six, you worked hard."
Qi Xuan corrected her with a hint of helplessness, "Is there a possibility that this was three against seven?"
Ye Zhi: ...
*Whimper*, she felt so hurt at being disliked.
"Hmph! How dare you dislike us! Ye Zhi, come on, let's team up, we won't bring him!" Zhan Ruoqing said, displeased.
"I don't want to be on your team, otherwise, I'd be too embarrassed to say my alias when people ask after the game!" Ye Zhi refused very decisively. She turned to Qi Xuan, "Big shot, carry me!"
"Prioritizing romance over friendship..." Zhan Ruoqing said mournfully.
"It's not about romance, it's about skill," Ye Zhi corrected him, taking a moment.
Qi Xuan: ...
She really didn't need to correct him.
"Alright, I can handle carrying just one person," Qi Xuan agreed.
Zhan Ruoqing cast them a mournful glance, "Hmph, these two are forming a clique, it's infuriating."
Afterward, Qi Xuan and Ye Zhi teamed up, while the Taoxun game staff member paired with Zhan Ruoqing. That staff member was a skilled gamer himself, more than capable of guiding Zhan Ruoqing.
After a few games, they won more than they lost, thoroughly enjoying themselves.
"One more, one more!" Zhan Ruoqing said, still not satisfied.
"No more," Ye Zhi glanced at the time, "Let's go, we should go meet the guests."
"Ah?" Zhan Ruoqing immediately looked reluctant.
"Once the game is released, you can play as much as you want," Ye Zhi said with a slight smile.
"I'm actually finding competitive games quite interesting now," Zhan Ruoqing said excitedly. "Ye Zhi, do you think I should form a team and join professional competitions? Maybe I can win a championship or something!"
"Will every match be a 9-assist-to-1 carry, ensuring you win the championship?" Ye Zhi's lips twitched. She mercilessly burst Zhan Ruoqing's bubble. "Face reality, you and I are both rookies, we have no gaming talent!"
Zhan Ruoqing's head immediately drooped. She said dejectedly, "Is there no game that relies on intelligence rather than operation?"
"Doudizhu?" Ye Zhi teased with a smile, then suddenly, her smile faded slightly, and she fell into thought. Developing a card game wasn't impossible.
"What's wrong with Doudizhu? I'm really good at Doudizhu!" Zhan Ruoqing retorted, unconvinced. Seeing Ye Zhi's lack of reaction, she said unhappily, "You don't believe me?"
"She doesn't disbelieve you; she's thinking about something," Qi Xuan explained calmly from the side. Seeing Ye Zhi snap back to attention, his lips curved into a faint smile. "President Ye, it seems you have an idea?"
"Yes," Ye Zhi nodded. She looked at Zhan Ruoqing. "I'm planning to develop a card game. Of course, it's just a nascent idea for now. I'll discuss it thoroughly with the game department later. Once the game is developed, you can test your intelligence."
Zhan Ruoqing's eyes widened in bewilderment. She had just said it casually, and Ye Zhi was actually taking it seriously? Truly worthy of a woman whose mind was solely focused on her career, she was impressed!
"Let's go," Ye Zhi urged with a smile. "Don't keep the other guests waiting."
The three of them walked into the adjacent room, and everyone looked shocked to see them. "President Ye, President Zhan, President Qi?"
Ye Zhi and the other two entered the room and greeted everyone with smiles.
"Did everyone enjoy the game?" Ye Zhi asked with a slight smile.
"It was very enjoyable; this game is quite interesting."
"President Ye, I believe this game will be immensely popular once it's launched!"
"President Ye, which one was your alias? I encountered a very powerful player earlier, was that you?"
...
Ye Zhi's expression immediately became a little awkward. She automatically ignored the question about her alias and continued to listen to everyone's feedback.
It seemed everyone was very interested in this game.
"Regarding this game, I believe Shi Fan has already introduced it to everyone," Ye Zhi said calmly. "The game will be officially launched next week, and at the same time, I will be hosting a world-class competition..."