coobybook Chapter 344
Chapter 344
"Strategy guides are here. My StarNet account is XXXX2456. Come and get them if you need them. I'll be updating various strategies here. If you have any strategies, you can come and sell them."
Releasing so many maps and gameplay features all at once is generally not a good idea, as it can confuse players and negatively impact the gaming experience. However, the negative impact on Qingfengyi is minimal because Qingfengyi currently has very few new players; new players only come through guest accounts, and these new players are unable to play. Existing players are already established, know their own playstyle and interests, and won't feel lost due to too much content. Feeling lost while playing games is a major no-no; it leaves players bewildered, unable to find anything to do, and ultimately feels the game is boring, poorly made, and perfunctory.
However, Qingfengyi seems to be able to handle the constant influx of new players, thanks to its numerous categorizations, including a mentor-apprentice system, player pavilions, team systems, private dungeons, world chat, a shop, and leaderboards. This categorization differs significantly from item categorization and guidance in other games; here, players are directly guided in one direction, and other directions remain unaffected once they've chosen a particular path.
Many people believe that the in-game store and private realms have nothing to do with player guidance, but in Qingfeng Yili, they do. This is because Qingfeng Yili's store has well-organized categorization and doesn't support purchases outside of the store. Players need to enter the store themselves to browse; it offers excellent guides and categorization, allowing players to quickly find what they like and what they want to do.
The game design team initially thought the update would be too cluttered and cause player dissatisfaction, especially with the increased difficulty in obtaining event items, which many players would likely miss out on, particularly those without a clear goal or direction. Surprisingly, the player response was very positive; the system of players exploring and unlocking dungeons and maps gradually was incredibly innovative.
This novelty caught the attention of those at higher levels, especially the Brain Intelligence Research Institute.
Superintelligence programs are not permitted in games because superintelligence possesses analytical capabilities and is considered a strategic resource; even the lowest versions are not allowed for civilian use. Some intelligent technology companies must apply for usage rights and accept the presence of a virus embedded in the central AI. If any attempt to transfer or otherwise compromise the system is detected, the virus program will be forcibly activated to control or destroy the system. This is why there have been no human rights riots involving superintelligence in interstellar space so far.
Within five days of the Immortal Island content being released, a number of people arrived, specifically requesting a meeting with Lin Shuying to discuss some issues. The planet lord couldn't refuse. Lin Shuying put aside her work and went, expecting to be questioned, but to her surprise, everyone on the other end was very friendly, saying there were no problems, only that they were pleased with her innovation and planned to give her gifts. They also hoped Lin Shuying would personally take on a carving commission: to use gold and a 28-ton piece of jade to carve a work embodying humanity's 2,800 years of interstellar independence, a work that symbolizes humanity's continuation of the past and the beginning of the future.
Lin Shuying was puzzled; why was she chosen to design it?
The reason she was called over wasn't to sculpt a work of art, but rather to illegally use a super-intelligent program, right?
Lin Qiaoqiao had already spoken up on behalf of Lin Shuying: "Experts and professors, if we haven't misunderstood, the interrogation order you sent states that you are being questioned for illegally using a super-intelligent program, right?"
The planet lord chuckled and said, "They've got it wrong. What you know about this matter can be big or small, so it's perfectly reasonable for the higher-ups to send experts down. We just figured it out, so as compensation, we've given Qingfengyi a special mission."
Lin Shuying didn't believe such a joke. She knew Qingfengyi wouldn't be found to have any problems because she wasn't using an intelligent AI system, but a real-time calculation system, which didn't violate interstellar laws and principles. But to have completely changed her mind after traveling so far and only a few hours, and then bring such expensive and enormous amounts of jade and gold...
She took a deep breath, realizing that this group had probably already decided what kind of work she should design. However, she hadn't taken any private commissions before; they were all handled by the studio staff. If she wanted to design something herself, they would have to find the right opportunity.
Lin Qiaoqiao quickly realized this as well, and hurriedly said with a smile, "Our studio has a lot of people, and their skills are quite good. Their combined design is much faster than our boss's production. The boss has limited energy, it's really..."
A man who appeared to be the leader said, “We hope that Designer Lin will personally oversee the design. Time and funding are not issues. This is a commemorative work for the 2800th anniversary of interstellar humanity's independence, and we hope that the right person to design this piece will be chosen. Everyone here understands, so I'll be frank. Among the summoners that interstellar society has gathered over a thousand years, Designer Lin is the most renowned, and his work best matches the historical data and archaeological evidence we have unearthed. It is because of you that we have found our roots, where we humans came from. This year is a special year, a remarkable year. Therefore, we sincerely hope that you will design this piece.”
Lin Qiaoqiao still wanted to refuse, thinking about Lin Shuying's physical condition, "Other summoners are also very powerful, such as the Sweetheart Planet Master, Chef Mai..."
Lin Qiaoqiao's words were interrupted again: "They naturally have their own missions too. This year marks the 2800th anniversary of human independence. We hope that everyone will showcase their work on Independence Day and cheer for humanity together."
A companion nearby said, "I'm sorry to invite Designer Lin in this way, but you don't accept private commissions, and we haven't been able to contact you lately, so..."
Lin Shuying has indeed been living in seclusion for the past six months, rarely seeing anyone outside her studio. She had previously met with several people from the research institute who examined her, but after the tech giants left, Lin Shuying's mindset changed. She suddenly became somewhat resistant to their research on her and even to treatment.
Later, she gradually went into a secluded state, and Lin Qiaoqiao and the others tacitly took care of everything so she could focus on her creative work. It was unexpected that these people would go to such lengths for this piece.
With a deep sigh, Lin Shuying said, "Okay, you can deliver the raw materials to my villa."
Lin Qiaoqiao asked worriedly, "Is it okay?"
Lin Shuying smiled and said, "Okay."
Tech giants bought her two or three years to extend her life, so why can't we?
Back at the company, a wave of exhaustion washed over her. After arranging for someone to put away the materials and tools, Lin Qiaoqiao came over to keep Lin Shuying company. She asked with a smile, "Would you like a small glass of wine?"
A medical worker who was nearby immediately said, "You can't drink alcohol."
Lin Qiaoqiao: "Let's go to Qingfengyi."
The medical staff were worried, but things should be fine in the game. Recently, for some reason, all the big shots left Qingfengyi; it's said the research institute issued a large project requiring them to return. Only a few medical staff and employees remained to care for and monitor Lin Shuying's health data; he was the one on the outermost side of the group.