Chapter 79: Immigrate to Space_1

"According to the latest news from our station, the Galaxy Group, affiliated with Wallfacer Cao Ge, will release a brand-new virtual game on June 1st this year, which is unusual under the current political situation. Clearly, the driving force behind this game is Wallfacer Cao Ge, which enables Galaxy Group to circumvent government regulations. As we have learned, this game has pioneered a new gaming mode and is one that Cao Ge has been wholeheartedly promoting since his election as a Wallfacer."

"Unlike the other Wallfacers, Wallfacer Cao Ge's motive for making the game is unclear. Some say it is to satisfy his own desires, while others claim that the game's creation is just a facade and the true purpose is to advance the technology behind it. Opinions are divided and plentiful."

"As for the thoughts of the Wallfacer himself, they remain unknown to us. According to the Wallfacer Charter, Wallfacers do not need to explain their actions to the public, which means we may never know the real reasons behind Cao Ge's behavior. As for the quality of the game, we will continue to follow up. This is the News Early Bird Program, reporting for Phoenix News."

The majority of people across the globe had listened to this news.

The news that a Wallfacer would release a game on the first of next month spread worldwide, prompting people from all walks of society to come forward and express their views on Cao Ge's series of actions.

There were those who criticized, those who were baffled, and of course, beyond these two attitudes, there was excitement.

The excited ones were none other than gamers. Cao Ge's completely virtual game had thoroughly piqued their curiosity.

These individuals didn't care about the Trisolarans or the destruction of Earth; they were only concerned about themselves and games because to them, if the Trisolarans would destroy humanity, that wouldn't happen for another four hundred years, which had nothing to do with them.

They sought a high quality of life now and were not willing to sacrifice their own lives for the sake of future generations.

People with these preferences constituted the vast majority.

Suddenly, opinions about Cao Ge on the internet began to polarize, with the voices of the former group quickly drowned out in the vast sea of the web.

As time passed, both those who liked the game and those who didn't began to support Wallfacer Cao Ge.

Their support for Cao Ge was not because they thought his plan was good; they just wanted to return to their previous lifestyle.

This year marks the third year of the Crisis Era.

Under the advocacy of the Planetary Defense Council, the global economy underwent significant changes.

Governmental investments in civilian industries were massively reduced, and the entertainment industry, especially gaming, faced catastrophic setbacks.

Gaming enterprises around the world shut down, with closures accounting for ninety-nine percent of the total number, and only a few with strong backgrounds managed to cling on.

In the past three years, not a single new game had emerged worldwide, making it feel like hell for gamers who deemed gaming as essential to life.

Because of the imminent threat of the Trisolaran invasion, government policies were based on the lowest living standards, avoiding anything unnecessary.

The citizens of various countries were helpless against this situation: despite protests and organizing riots, they were unable to change the established national policies of their governments.

Their desires did not agree with these actions deprived of their spiritual life, but their reason told them that what the government was doing was not wrong.

Consequently, they felt oppressed, with no way to vent.

Now things had changed; Wallfacer Cao Ge had created an opening, and they surged forward at the opportunity.

Among them were those who genuinely loved games, and others who supported Cao Ge to achieve their own purposes.

In short, Cao Ge's game became a hit, an overwhelming success.

As time drew closer, discussions around the world became more frequent.

There was no need for a Wallbreaker to act; humanity took on the role itself, enthusiasts discussing and speculating on the true intentions behind Cao Ge's actions.

Human curiosity was magnified at this moment.

Wallfacer Cao Ge, unlike the other Wallfacers, took actions that were closely related to their lives.

The plans of the other Wallfacers were connected with national defense and military, and these ordinary citizens couldn't even offer their opinions, much less be aware of them.

Apart from Cao Ge, they knew nothing of what the other Wallfacers had done.

Human nature is innately curious, so when Cao Ge's actions were laid bare before everyone, they couldn't help but guess and probe into what exactly Cao Ge wanted to do.

Soon, the day of June 1st arrived.

At 9 AM, the Galaxy Group officially released information about the new game.

"The game's name is Space Migration. The setting is Earth, struggling with resource shortages, forcing humanity to migrate to the depths of space. Aboard a spacecraft named Elysium Space, they travel for two thousand five hundred years before reaching their destination planet, Tanis. The players' role is as pioneers, helping new humans to colonize this planet and assist in rebuilding civilization."

"This game will release one hundred slots to the public every Monday through a random draw." Da Shi sat in the hospital, reading the message on his tablet.

"Cao Ge, what are you up to? Going through all this effort, gathering so many scientists, and now, after all that, releasing only one hundred slots per week," Da Shi asked with puzzlement, looking at Wang Miao beside him.

Sitting on the edge of the hospital bed, Wang Miao glanced at the tablet in Da Shi's hands then continued to peel his apple without comment.

"I'm not sure, Brother Cao is someone I can't see through; I haven't dealt with him much, but every time I did, I felt like he was hiding something, perhaps that's also why he was chosen as a Wallfacer," Wang Miao said while handing the peeled apple to Da Shi.

"You've got a point there; Brother Cao does seem like he's holding something back," said Da Shi, placing the tablet on the bed and taking a bite of the apple that Wang Miao handed to him.

"Da Shi, I heard that Hibernation Technology is now available; that thing I mentioned to you, maybe you should think it over again," Wang Miao suddenly changed the subject.

Hearing Wang Miao talk about hibernation reminded Da Shi to consider the matter seriously.

"That's a big decision, let me think it over," he replied.

Wang Miao nodded and didn't press any further; hibernation was indeed a significant issue to consider carefully, something to discuss with the family as well.

"Okay, then take care and get some rest. I've just received a call from the station, there's some business I need to rush back to handle," said Wang Miao as he looked at Da Shi.

Da Shi gestured dismissively, indicating Wang Miao to proceed with his work, and reassuring him that he was fine.

"Alright, I'll come see you again next week." After speaking, Wang Miao picked up his briefcase from the table beside him and left the hospital room.