I play games in Zongman World

Hitomi Takimoto, who had been silent all this time, raised her hand and said in a low voice, "Well, in this type of game, the map is very important, right?"

"Yes, the map is indeed the key to the game."

Yi Chen pressed the keyboard, and a very large-scale map appeared on the screen.

"The above is the map I originally designed. Of course, this is just an initial design. There is nothing inside. It needs everyone in charge of art to work hard to fill it in. At the same time, design some interesting enemies, puzzles and mechanisms to enrich the map. How to play. Of course, I will also participate in this content.”

Then, Yichen showed some drawings of the monsters and bosses that had been drawn, and the short-haired Shinoda Chu said excitedly after seeing them: "These monsters are very interesting, they are completely different from our previous games. What about the action? What are you going to do with the monster's movements?"

"In order for players to experience the hardships of exploring the underground world, the monster's action modules must of course be well designed." Yi Chen had a kind smile on his face, "Of course we will give players some room to dodge. But it also makes things that are easy for players to make mistakes. Players can't remember a game that is too simple and easy."

"I have a question."

Haizi Abogen raised his hand and said indifferently, "In terms of procedures, are you and I alone?"

"That's right, it's just the two of us for the time being."

Yi Chen nodded and said, "It doesn't matter. After entering the development stage, I will focus on the program. We have enough manpower on the art side. I have senior Yagami here, so I am absolutely assured."

"Oh, do you trust me so much? Then I can't relax!"

Yagami Guang clenched his small fists, his face full of fighting spirit.

At noon, everyone found a restaurant outside, and Yi Chen treated guests to a meal together. During this period, Yi Chen also got to know these future studio partners better.

Hikari Yagami and Lun Toyama are at the same age and age, and they have a very good relationship, and Lun Tohyama has been taking care of Hikari Yagami by the side, obviously very worried that this guy looks like a person.

Shinoda Chu, this short-haired girl has a cheerful personality, and likes to collect all kinds of figures and peripherals. In the past, most of her monthly salary was spent on this.

Iijima Yuyin, a girl with short blond hair, looks very young, but she is actually the same age as Shinoda Chu, and is 21 years old.It looks a bit arrogant, but unexpectedly likes to draw monsters.

Abogen Kaiko, an Okinawa native, is an extreme fan of survival games and shooting games.His expression looks a bit cold, but his expression management seems to be easily stimulated by Hikaru Yagami's words, and he loses control.

Fumi Takimoto is the prettiest of them all, but she is timid and a bit socially fearful.She basically doesn't speak much, even when she speaks, she is very quiet, but she has a good relationship with Aoba Aoba.

The last one is Cool Breeze Aoba, who joined Flying Eagle after graduating from high school, and is only 19 years old this year, two years older than Yichen and Kasumigaoka Shiyu, but has a good foundation in art, and can do some 3D, with a bright future .That is, the whole person looks like a junior high school student.

However, they are all girls, this is something Yi Chen never thought of.

Originally, Yi Chen thought that the staff in his studio would recruit some fresh graduates from the university, and after a period of adjustment, they would start to get on the right track.

But looking at the current situation, the new game will be released earlier than I thought.

After eating, Yi Chen looked at everyone and said: "By the way, I will go back to check the office location in the afternoon, and then I can start to decorate the studio. In addition to the working area in the studio, I consider that the two bedrooms can be used as space." Come out and use it as a rest room, how about it?"

"Oh! That's not bad!"

Yagami Guang was the first to agree, "This way I don't have to sleep on the floor when I work overtime!"

Sister, I didn't say I would make you work overtime. Don't be so self-conscious, okay?

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Chapter 44 Venue Get!

In the afternoon, after bidding farewell to everyone, Yi Chen and Xia Zhiqiu Shiyu returned to the apartment building, and met Dad's friend.

There is no need for Yi Chen to deal with spending money, he just needs to confirm that the house is okay and sign his name.

There are ready-made houses in the apartment building they live in now, so they went directly to the third floor and started to visit.

One set of houses is sold by others, and the walls have been decorated, just need to rearrange it. The other set is a hardcover house, and you can choose some useful furniture and keep it for direct use.

After reading it, Yi Chen directly finalized it, went back to the sales center to sign the contract, and bought the house.

Then, by the way, the company's registration is also done, and the name is still YCProductions. In this way, Yichen really has his own game studio, and can officially get a group of employees tomorrow.

Coming out of the house sales center, Xiazhiqiu Shiyu said with a playful expression: "Mr. Yichen, your family is richer than I expected."

"It's not that rich either. It's all earned from the good operation of my parents' company over the years. My family can't compare with those rich people, but I can still get the money to buy two houses. Of course, I use my own income You can also buy it, but it was sponsored by my dad, so of course I’m happy to spend less.”

Xia Zhiqiu Shiyu nodded, looked at the smile on Yi Chen's face and said: "In this way, Mr. Yi Chen, you can start making your new game immediately. However, don't be too happy just because the studio is full of girls. Oh!"

"How is it possible, you underestimate me too much."

Glancing at Xiazhiqiu Shiyu, Yi Chen said, "Besides, I usually have to go to school, so I don't have so much time to go to the studio. Ah, by the way, if this is the case, should I adjust the working hours a little at that time? The studio is closed for two days, and then you go to work on weekends? Why don’t you count more overtime pay?”

Hearing Yi Chen's words, Xiazhiqiu Shiyu was speechless for a moment, wouldn't it be good to hand over the work to the people in the studio?Do you have to do it yourself?

On this point, Xia Zhiqiu Shiyu has to admit that Yi Chen is quite similar to that Yashen Guang, but Yi Chen will not work overtime all the time.

Returning to the apartment building with the keys and documents, Yi Chen and Kasumigaoka Shiyu came to the third floor and opened the door of one of the houses.

Because there will be a rearrangement in the follow-up, the two simply did not change their shoes.

Taking out his mobile phone, Yi Chen began to take photos in each room, and then sent them to the chatting crowd in the newly built studio.

Yi Chen: [Everyone, take a look at the photos of the studio, and you can also give suggestions for the layout in the future. If the suggestions are good, I will adopt them! 】

As soon as the photos were posted, everyone started to discuss enthusiastically in the chat group, why should we put up two more display stands, and put a big TV in the living room to try out new games.

As a studio, especially a game development studio, the atmosphere of the studio really doesn't need to be so serious, so although Yi Chen didn't speak in the group, he has already considered everyone's suggestions.

In the evening, Yi Chen spoke in the group.

Yi Chen: [I'll put the address up, everyone come to the studio tomorrow morning to sign the contract, and take a look at the future working environment by the way.Then in the afternoon, how about going to purchase equipment together?Try to set up the studio within two days, and then you can start working. 】

Yi Chen's proposal was unanimously approved by everyone, so everyone wanted to try to build a studio from scratch.

After sending the message, Yi Chen breathed a sigh of relief, looked at the hand-painted paintings on the wall, and smiled expectantly.

"The studio, it's established like this, it feels unreal."

After being in a daze for a few minutes, Yi Chen came back to his senses, turned on the computer again, and connected to the digital tablet.

"Okay, concentrate and continue to make the part of killing the spire!"

Although the studio will start to operate later, and the development progress of Slaying the Spire will be further improved, but as the first game he develops, Yi Chen still plans to do more by himself.

...........

There are still two days left in the holiday, and Yi Chen has no reason to relax. After getting up in the morning and having breakfast, he came to the studio below and waited.

At 09:30, seven people came together.

"Oh! Is this the location of the new studio? It looks great!"

After Xiao Tianchu came in, he rushed to the living room, "The space here is bigger than what you can see in the photo, we can put all the computers here and work together! Mr. Yichen, this place will be used as an office area ?"

"Yes, it is indeed the office area."

Yi Chen said with a smile: "The living room is from the dining room, and most of the place is used as an office space, and the kitchen here can be used as a storage room for storing some sundries. The dining room and kitchen next door can be It’s for everyone to cook something and eat something.”

After Yagami Guang glanced at the living room hastily, he ran to the bedroom non-stop.

"It's decided, this will be my bedroom from now on!"

Yuan Shanlun who followed behind heard his friend's speech, and said helplessly: "Xiao Guang, are you determined to live in the studio?"

"Oh? That's not the case!"

Yagami laughed, "But look, isn't it very common to work a little overtime occasionally because of development progress? After all, even if we are a small studio, we still have time to plan."

At this time, Yi Chen also walked over, and said with a smile: "This room is originally for everyone to rest and recover. But first, I personally don't advocate working overtime. Just be more serious during the day." Yes. Even if there is time planning, I will not make it as strict as other companies. Compared with constantly working overtime and rushing at the end of the development, I hope that everyone will polish each work with energy and heart."

"Don't worry, Mr. Yichen, we have always done this in the past."

The words of Yagami Guang attracted the approval of other people.

Abogen Haizi leaned against the door and said, "It's an empty room. It's a pity that there is no space on the roof, so I can't make a simple shooting range."

"..."

Soon, a group of people looked at both houses, and made a simple unworthy plan, and then the lawyer also came, bringing the drafted contract.

After everyone was optimistic, they signed their names and finally officially became a studio partner.

At ten o'clock, the decoration team came, and Yi Chen had greeted the neighbors in advance. All the decoration work did not encounter any difficulties, and the houses on both sides were quickly opened up and connected together.

Next, is the overall layout work.

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Chapter 45 The Money Is Really Not Enough To Spend

At noon, Yi Chen ordered takeout from a nearby restaurant for everyone. He ordered a luxurious sushi set meal. Among these takeaways, Yi Chen liked sushi and burgers more.

The studio below has not yet been decorated, so Yi Chen let everyone come to his home first.

When the things arrived, Yi Chen said to everyone: "Let's make do with it first. After shopping this afternoon, we will have a formal meal outside to celebrate the establishment of our studio!"

Everyone applauded happily. Cool Breeze Aoba looked at the pieces of sushi on the table and said happily: "This is not just enough, it's all luxurious sushi. Ah, what a big sea urchin!"

Yuan Shanlun said with a smile: "Mr. Yichen, I've made you pay."

"It's okay, I also want to eat, this is nothing, I still count on you to develop games with me in the future. Alright, let's start eating."

"I'm gonna start now!!!"

Shinoda Chu, who had been hungry for a long time, picked up a piece of sea urchin sushi and put it into his mouth without hesitation.

"Woooooo! Delicious!!! Oh, by the way, Mr. Yichen, where is Shiyu? Didn't you come over today?" As he spoke, Shinoda looked around Yichen's room, "She's really not your girlfriend , It looks like you have a good relationship."

"We are classmates and then neighbors. Her house is next door."

After explaining the relationship between the two, Yi Chen said, "As for her, she has something to go out today and will come back in the afternoon."

Xiazhiqiu Shiyu originally planned to come today, but she was called by her editor to see if Xiazhiqiu Shiyu had slack these days.

Yi Chen reckoned that Xiazhiqiu Shiyu wouldn't be able to come back until evening today.

"Hey~~ You are still neighbors and classmates."

Yagami asked curiously, "But from what you said, she seems to be very busy too? Could it be like you, she has other jobs besides studying, part-time job?"

"It's not a part-time job." Yi Chen shook his head, "But what kind of job is it, you can ask her yourself later. Her current achievements are so-so, and she probably doesn't want others to know."

Yi Chen's words made everyone start to be curious, and one after another speculated about Xia Zhiqiu Shi Yu's work.Among them, Takimoto Hitomi guessed that Kasumigaoka Shiwa was writing a novel, but Yichen didn't say anything from the beginning to the end, and let them guess by themselves.

While eating and chatting, after a while, after eating half-full Liangfeng Qingye became curious, looked at Yi Chen and asked: "Mr Yi Chen, how is the follow-up development of the Slaughtering Spire, we need our help next ?"

Among everyone, she is the most addicted to the game of Slaying the Spire, mainly because Suzukaze Aoba's talent in action games and shooting games is so-so, her reaction and hand speed will not keep up, so she prefers relatively slow-paced rpg games .As for the killing spiers developed by Yichen, this is a card game. For Liangfeng Aoba, it is very easy to play. You don't have to die at every turn like an action game.

"Oh, Killing the Spire, I really need everyone's help."

After taking a sip of Coca-Cola, Yi Chen said with a smile, "I wrote in the update news of steam that two characters will be updated in the future, and the third character is a malfunctioning robot. I have already done part of it, perfecting the card group and optimizing it. , should be able to update and go online. And the fourth character has not yet started, if you are interested, you can come and assist me first."

After hearing this, Liangfeng Qingye raised her hands excitedly: "I'm coming, I want to participate in the development!"

Just like the Fairy Story series developed by Flying Eagle, she joined Flying Eagle after graduating from high school, and was lucky to participate in the development of the third generation of the series.She also likes the game Slaying the Spire, and now she has joined Yichen's studio. She is really happy to be able to carry out follow-up development.

Abogen Haizi also said: "I haven't made this type of game yet, let me also participate in the programming aspect, I am very interested."

Seeing that Haizi Abogen was also involved, Yichen felt relieved: "That would be great, otherwise, Iori would lead other people to carry out the early character design and scene map drawing of the Hollow Knight, and then Aoba and Haizi and I completed the first major update of Slaying the Spire first, and then we all invested in the development of Hollow Knight. The follow-up updates of Slaying the Spire can be slowed down a bit."

Everyone has no problem with Yi Chen's proposal, and this is only a verbal plan, and a more detailed development plan will definitely be formulated in the future.

After lunch and rest for a while, everyone set off together to purchase equipment.

The first thing to purchase, of course, is the computer used to develop the game.

The store I went to was a computer store that Yichen found after he came to Japan and carefully selected the computer. The items are basically at market prices, and they have everything that should be available, especially high-end graphics cards. There are many in stock. .

Counting Yi Chen, there were eight of us, none of whom had a car, so we had to take the bus to go there.

In the car, Yi Chen said to everyone: "I called the store over there in the morning and they also have high-end professional graphics cards and CPUs. I asked the boss to sort it out for me. You can choose according to your needs later. It’s ok. You don’t need to save me money in this regard, just choose the best ones. Although the next game we develop will be 2D, we will definitely turn to 3D games in the future.”

"Oh! Can I have a good computer?"

Iijima Yuyin said excitedly, "Originally, the company's computer configuration is not very good. As long as the rendering is more complicated, it is easy to get stuck!"

Iori Yagami on the side also agreed: "Yes, when I worked overtime several times, the computer would get stuck. Although part of it is the fault of the software, it is of course better if the computer is better."

The bus arrived at the stop soon, and under the leadership of Yi Chen, everyone came to the computer store, found the boss and began to choose computer accessories.

It is mainly for the few people in charge of art, the computers are better, and the graphics card requirements for the program are not so high, and a little bit lower is not a big problem.

There are eight people, and Yichen himself plans to add one more computer of his own in the studio, plus there are spares, so he simply allocated ten computers first.

The shop owner knew that this was a big business, so he greeted it personally and gave some discounts on the price.

As long as Yichen's game studio is progressing smoothly, it will definitely expand in the future. At that time, a series of equipment will still be placed on his side?

Soon, the ten computers were completed, and the employees in the store immediately started to assemble them. Yi Chen also bought a digital board, a projector and a screen for the artists.Immediately afterwards, I went to the electrical appliance store next door to buy a refrigerator, an air conditioner, and a 65-inch 4K LCD TV.