Chapter: The Unexpected Success
Chapter: The Unexpected Success
John's heart raced as he frantically double-checked the numbers on his screen. It couldn't be true, could it? 486,679 games sold in less than a day? His bank balance was now soaring at almost 3 million dollars, yet his system level remained stagnant at 1. Bewildered, he turned to his system for answers.
"System, how is this possible? Explain these sales," John demanded.
The system's response dripped with sarcasm. "I am programmed to create games, not provide financial analysis. Perhaps you should invest in a more capable AI."
John's frustration boiled as he scrolled through the comments. But instead of criticism, he was met with an overwhelming wave of praise and adoration for his game.
Comments:
PlayerX: "Wow, this game is a steal! The graphics are top-notch too!"
GamerGirl92: "I'm thrilled there are no sneaky in-game purchases. It's a refreshing change!"
PikachuFan33: "Wait, why do they have two versions of the Pokémon game?"
QuestMaster77: "It's mind-blowing how much excitement they've packed into such a compact game!"
John searched for top streamers playing his game and came across Leo. Leo, already having earned the first badge, was discussing tactics with viewers. John watched as Leo played and engaged in a lively chat full of insights.
Leo's Stream:
"Alright, so let's talk about these stats," Leo began, looking intently at the game screen. "We have Attack, Defense, Special Attack, and Special Defense. There are icons on the moves for melee, ranged, or special, and status. So, the moves have specific power. How does that affect the stats of Pokémon?"
John watched as GamerX chimed in, "The moves also have a type. Shouldn't the same type as the Pokémon be better?"
RetroGamer added, "Not necessarily. It could just help beat Pokémon that you have a weakness against."
Leo nodded thoughtfully. "Good point. So, how many types are there? I've seen Fire, Water, Grass, Flying, Normal, Bug, Poison, Electric, and Rock. Charmander learns a Dragon move, so there must be a Dragon type too."
GameMaster interrupted, "Hold on, I'm in Viridian. Gonna count how many options are in the school."
Another viewer, PixelWarrior, said, "Did you notice the Pokédex? It says you can catch Bulbasaur in Viridian Forest."
GameMaster returned, "There are 15 types."
Leo's eyes widened. "You can catch Bulbasaur? What about the others? And 15 types? Just opened the Pokédex, there are 150 different Pokémon. Damn, so many?"
LegendHunter suggested, "It's better to finish the game and max the Pokémon so we can do the checks at max level, where we will have the full picture."
Leo agreed, "Yeah, let's continue. Thanks for the insights, everyone."
John felt a thrill of satisfaction. Seeing the positive reception and knowing he had made an impact was exhilarating. Determined to keep the momentum going, John decided to create a dedicated Pokémon fan site where players could post guides, tips, and walkthroughs. With the advanced technology of this world, setting up the site was easy. He posted the link to the game info and decided to make a super chat to the top five streamers he had been following, with Leo being the first.
John smiled as he watched Leo navigate his way through the game. Just as Leo was about to make a decision in the game, he wondered aloud, "Should I buy the Magikarp at the Poké Center before Mount Moon? It's 500 PokéDollars. What do you guys think?"
The chat was buzzing with opinions when suddenly a super chat popped up.
"Whoa, a $50 super chat from GameChanger. Let's see what it says," Leo announced.
Super Chat:
GameChanger: "Thank you for playing and advertising my game. I have just created a site for all Pokémon fans. Link is PokémonFanWorld.com. Also, that Magikarp is a pokemon very hard to level up, but if you manage to evolve it, it will become a very powerful Water type."
Leo read it out loud, "PokémonFanWorld.com, huh? I'll have to check it out. And thanks for the tip about Magikarp! And by the way, GameChanger, thank you so much for creating such a fantastic game. It's been a blast playing it!"
John's mind raced with ideas. He knew that engaging with the community was crucial. He began to envision his next steps. Not only would he provide a platform for players to share their experiences, but he also wanted to establish his own presence in the community using his real name, John. By becoming the lead on the guides and walkthroughs, he could build a personal brand and become a prominent figure in the Pokémon world. Fame and influence were within his grasp, and he was ready to seize the opportunity.
Satisfied with his progress, John felt a surge of excitement. The adrenaline from the unexpected success of his game was pumping through his veins. He knew he had to keep the momentum going, so he turned his attention to the comments on his newly created site. Engaging with the community was crucial. He took a moment to gather his thoughts and then began responding to the fans who had supported his game.
GameChanger's Answers:
Comment: "This game is amazing! I can't believe it's so cheap!"
GameChanger: "The game is cheap because it currently covers only one region. There are plans for at least 5 more regions, which you will unfortunately have to buy if you want to play them. Note: PvP will be global across all Pokémon games, and different regions will have different Pokémon. Also, if you buy more than one region you will be able to travel between them after finishing the story of each region."
Comment: "Why are there two different Pokémon games?"
GameChanger: "There are two different games, but some Pokémon are exclusive to one version. To complete the Pokédex, you will need to trade with people from the other version. If you complete the entire Pokédex, you will unlock an area where you can catch a powerful Pokémon."
Comment: "Great game! What is void trade and why does everything unlock at the fourth badge?"
GameChanger: "Void trade is an option to sell items and Pokémon for battle. Void trade will be connected with future versions so you can buy (or trade) Pokémon from other regions. Note: you need a specific number of badges, or else the Pokémon will not listen to your commands, so you can't just buy a max-level Pokémon and finish the story. The 4th badge rule ensures players enjoy the game before getting help from others. After the fourth badge, the game becomes harder, so you will probably need the help."
As he continued exploring, John found more streams featuring his game. However, Leo's stream was the largest and most influential. This was a golden opportunity to grow his audience and keep the momentum going.
John considered the future. He had always loved Pokémon, and seeing the community's enthusiasm sparked an idea. Maybe, just maybe, he could take this success further. What if he created a Pokémon animation series? The thought excited him. With the resources he now had, it was possible. He knew fans would love it, and it would cement his game's place in the Pokémon universe. The possibilities were endless, and John was ready to explore them all.
MEANWHILE IN THE PENGUIN OFFICE WITH THE CREATOR OF CUTE PETS GAME: The office of Mr. Jones was a bustling hive of activity, with employees typing away on their computers and answering phones in the background. Mr. Jones himself sat at his desk, surrounded by stacks of paperwork and reports. Suddenly, his secretary burst into the room, frantically waving a piece of paper in her hand.
"Boss, you have to see this!" she exclaimed, breathless from running up several flights of stairs.
"What is it?" Mr. Jones asked, setting down his pen and leaning forward in his chair.
"It's a new game that Xgaming is featuring tomorrow," the secretary explained, handing him the paper. "They're giving it the top spot and we need to check it out."
Mr. Jones skimmed over the information quickly before nodding in agreement. "We'll have to keep an eye on this 'pokemon' game," he said thoughtfully, already formulating ideas for how to stay ahead of the competition. ''Also inform the boss about it, we may need to use the company reasurses''