Game Design: Is that okay, CaiGou?

The sky was shrouded in layers of black clouds, and from time to time there were a few dragon and snake lightning spread across the sky.

The rain was pouring, and the big raindrops were like broken pearls, falling from the sky and washing the earth.

In the season of biting cold wind, players put on thick winter coats. Although the weather is cold now, the players' hearts are burning.

Because after days and years of waiting, the time has finally arrived on the 10th, and today is the day Stardew Valley is released.

Douyu live broadcast platform, game area.

Wang Laoju started the live broadcast early in the morning, and before the game was released, she chatted with friends in the live broadcast room.

"One thing to say, after playing too many hardcore games, I really need casual games to adjust. I am quite looking forward to Stardew Valley..."

While clicking to enter the column, Wang Laoju said with emotion: "A pixel-style game, such a good recommendation will be given at any time, and the steam platform is also generous..."

"Cyber ​​cultivating immortals, with boundless magic power?"

The dull gray tone has become the main theme of the hall.

Wang Laoju muttered: "My favorite thing, of course, is the one-click three-way connection for all water friends! Like animals? Choose between cats and dogs, right? Then choose cats!"

As soon as Wang Laoju stepped into Ouhuang Farm, she saw the house in front of her. Although this wooden hut was small, it was very cozy. There was a tall firewood pile in the utility room next to it. The house was kept very clean.

The two rows of uniform cubicles are small and cramped, but they are the only space left for office workers, and Grandpa's favorite grandson is also among them.

"That's right! I endorse pixel games!"

As Shuiyou barraged one sentence after another, the screen dimmed again. When the screen lit up, the scene had switched.

[If one day, my grandson, you can open this gift! 】

[See if I smoke or not, then you’re done]

In the bedroom, the wood on the side of the fireplace was burning brightly, emitting bursts of light and heat. The old man with a gray beard, wearing a hat, was lying peacefully on the bed, holding a letter in his hand.

[To my most special grandson, please accept this letter and don’t open it yet. Please be patient and listen carefully——]

Throughout the release history of Taipingdao games——

[Game name: Stardew Valley]

"what happened?"

[Type: Leisure·Farming·Management·Combat·Pixel]

The screen gradually dimmed, and as warm firelight emerged, it gradually illuminated the entire screen, allowing players to see the overall picture clearly.

Once changed, in the eyes of players, it means that there is something wrong with the design of this game.

Robin saw Wang Laoju's expression and understood what he was thinking, and said: "Although it is full of weeds, the soil below is very fertile. As long as you have a little patience, you can definitely clean it up quickly."

[By the way, if Lewis is still alive, just say hello to that old guy for me, okay? 】

【Favorite thing】

With all preparations in place, Wang Laoju rubbed her hands and explained: "A new game needs to be experienced to be experienced. We won't skip the opening animation. Let's go!"

"He himself is already there cleaning the house for you. The farm is over there. Come with me."

[I put the deed of the land in an envelope...]

It’s no longer Grandpa’s cozy bedroom with a burning fireplace.

According to the tone of Taiping Dao and Lao Thief, the answer should be revealed after just a few hours of playing the game.

"Grandpa, I want to open it now. Growing up is really tiring..."

[One day in the cave means a thousand years in the world]

【The moment when your spirit disappears in front of emptiness! 】

Thinking of this, Wang Laoju rolled up her sleeves and shouted:

"Brothers, Wang Laoju's Stardew Valley pioneering diary has officially begun. Fuck [JOJA] company, I won't serve you anymore!"

[Dear Wang Laoju. 】

"What new tricks is the old thief doing?"

The envelope was not opened now. As the narration continued, the player was still touched by these simple narrations.

[A long time ago, I encountered the same situation. At that time, I turned a blind eye to the most important things in life...]

Water friend: "???"

At this moment, Ouhuang Farm is surrounded by overgrown weeds, gravel, and trees growing haphazardly. It is a desolate and miserable scene.

[Message from the Developer: Cyber ​​Cultivation, Boundless Magic Power]

[xx years later...]

"You ask me, who should I ask?"

Each of these developer messages clearly reflects the characteristics of each game.

【Like animals】

【The show is here】

In the live broadcast room, cat friends and dog friends among friends posted barrages one after another because of Wang Laoju's choice.

【name】

When they were chatting enthusiastically, the alarm clock beside them rang, and it was already nine o'clock in the morning.

【Farm name】

I wanted to search for the keyword Taipingdao, but I never expected to see the Stardew Valley column in the most conspicuous recommendation on the homepage.

only……

It is undoubtedly a very difficult thing to start from scratch, develop and grow, become bigger and stronger, and create greater glory.

Wang Laoju nodded repeatedly when she heard this, and Robin immediately led her to the door of her new home and showed her: "Dang, dong, dong, dong! This is your new house."

Robin, who had beautiful hair and a sweet smile, saw Wang Laoju getting out of the car and said with a smile:

As the click of the mouse sounded, a soothing background music of rural pastoral style sounded.

Wang Laoju directly entered the [New Game] option.

"Just because of this letter, I've decided to buy Stardew Valley!"

After Lewis finished his instructions, he turned around and left the farm. After walking a few steps, he suddenly remembered something, turned around, pointed to the large wooden box beside him, and said to Wang Laoju:

K……

[If you are reading this letter, you must be in a difficult situation and looking forward to a turnaround. 】

"The holy fire is shining, the holy fire is shining, all my disciples, meow meow meow meow!"

"Hundan, don't underestimate the bond between me and my hair!"

Wang Laoju raised the corners of her mouth slightly and said with a smile: "There is no escape in real life. I didn't expect that in the game, I could return to my hometown and inherit my farm."

Office workers sit in front of computers and work hard. There are cameras above each cubicle. The work pressure is visibly high to the naked eye.

Among the layers of lofty mountains, two big pink birds flew from east to west. As the camera gradually moved up, the five characters of Stardew Valley appeared in the sky.

"Because there are very few people moving here, you instantly became the object of everyone's attention." Lewis turned around and asked: "So...are you moving to your grandfather's old house? This is a nice house The house has a very rustic feel.”

When the camera focused on his grandson's cubicle, he could no longer endure this extremely tiring life. He opened the drawer under his desk and took out the letter left by his grandfather.

"Ah? The new farmer has arrived?" Lewis walked up to Wang Laoju with a smile and said, "Welcome, my name is Lewis, and I am the mayor of Stardew Valley. You don't know, many people are very curious about you. ”