Naturally, Sky Saber would not be released only in Huaxia. Under Antarctica's operations, it was launched simultaneously worldwide.
Countless game fans refreshed Antarctica's official website and platforms every single day, waiting for news.
Once an advertisement dropped, players who trusted Antarctica didn't care what genre the game was—it was over.
After all, it was produced by Antarctica. Could it possibly be a scam? Impossible.
Western players found it difficult to truly grasp Eastern philosophy. They could only appreciate the surface-level beauty, which was entirely different from Antarctica's previous game styles.
Most game companies tended to repeat similar aesthetics across their titles.
But Antarctica was different.
This time, the game featured no muscle-bound brutes, no pointy-eared elves.
Instead, it presented an ancient world originating from Huaxia.
Even hot-headed American youths who were usually restless would unconsciously slow down once they entered the game, their hearts gradually calming.
Brew a cup of tea, and watch the spring rain fall through the night.
In Europe, although the player base was relatively small, forum evaluations of Sky Saber were exceptionally high.
That was fine—even if they didn't fully understand it, they still had to find clever angles to praise it and prove how cultured they were.
John:"The game has a fascinating detail: when female players ride horses, smaller women sit sideways, while more masculine women still straddle the saddle! Oh my God! Antarctic Daddy's attention to detail is absolutely insane! A divine masterpiece! Ten out of ten—no hesitation!"
1insen:"'Antarctic Godfather, eternal glory!' As you can see, I'm a Brit who deeply loves Chinese culture. I've walked the Great Wall and lived in the ancient city of Chang'an for a time. The moment I saw this Chinese-style game made by Antarctica, I knew—I had fallen. Completely!"
Alasijia:"I'm a writer and a gamer. From a writer's perspective, this game could be adapted into a novel. After being bombarded by world-destroying lunatics in Warcraft for years, the characters here feel alive—flesh, blood, emotions. It's a society. If Antarctica allows it, I'd happily ghostwrite for free. Do I qualify?"
...
Among all the praise for Sky Saber, there was one group of players Xu Dan hadn't expected at all—
Players from the island nation.
In the game's setting, islanders were portrayed as woko, harvested and slaughtered by countless players like crops.
Logically speaking, Xu Dan had never held any expectations for that projectile-shaped landmass.
Yet in the end, the 24-hour online rate for the island region ranked top five globally.
New York
Antarctica Game Building
Knock knock!
"Come in."
Skye entered, looking much the same as ever. After days of nourishment, her complexion was noticeably radiant.
Holding a stack of reports, she said,"Big Boss, this is a proposal submitted by the branch company. Please take a look."
Xu Dan accepted the documents while enjoying her service.
Skye was used to it. Heaven knew how Fire Dance's body could be so resilient. Known as the kindergarten bearer, even she couldn't withstand Xu Dan's relentless bombardment.
As Xu Dan read, his expression slowly became strange.
"The Life Foundation?"
The branch focused on biotechnology research and had already entered stable operations. Its first profits had been entirely reinvested into redevelopment.
Xu Dan naturally knew the Life Foundation.
It was the same organization from Venom—the one bold enough to collect alien symbiotes from space.
Of course, they hadn't made such drastic moves yet.
But he hadn't expected the branch to notice such a high-potential organization this early.
"Have you read it? Any suggestions?" Xu Dan asked Skye.
"I recommend acquisition. That's my personal opinion."
Hearing this, Xu Dan closed the document immediately.
"Then buy it."
"Huh?" Skye froze. Startled by his decisiveness, she hesitated."Shouldn't you… think about it a bit? I was just making a suggestion."
"No need. Buy it."
"Oh… yes! Understood!"
"Anything else?"
Skye paused, adjusted herself, and continued.
"The global gaming tournament we discussed earlier—venues in all regional divisions have been contacted. What do you think…?"
A global tournament was no small matter.
After years of development, Antarctica was more than qualified.
Back when The King of Fighters gained modest success, they had already sponsored fighting tournaments.
Now that competitive titles like Warcraft and Crossfire dominated the scene, it was time.
"Then host it," Xu Dan said without hesitation.
Then he seemed to remember something."Oh right—have the entertainment guests for the finals' opening ceremony been decided?"
The global tournament would be a long process. With so many teams worldwide, they could circle the Earth several times.
Only two teams would make it to the finals.
The elimination scale was enormous, and the duration massive.
Even if the competition started today, the finals wouldn't arrive until late summer.
Yet Xu Dan was already asking about the opening ceremony lineup, leaving Skye speechless.
"I… I haven't thought that far yet," she answered honestly.
Xu Dan didn't press the issue."Give me a list as soon as possible."
"Yes!"
"Get back to work."
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