The asset transfer went smoothly.
In just half a day, all the items were transported to the new office building with the help of the moving company and the employees.
Initially, Chen Lin had planned to give these employees a day off.
However, they felt uneasy about the sudden significant salary increase, and they were excited about the newly established studio, so they all stayed to continue helping.
As expected, those who can work as programmers are extraordinary.
For them, working 996 (9 AM to 9 PM, 6 days a week) is as simple as eating and drinking.
Old Song saw their enthusiasm and let them be.
After arranging the placement of items, he immediately found Chen Lin sitting in his office.
"Mr. Chen, what should our new studio be called?"
Since they had a new boss, the old name certainly couldn't be used anymore; a new one was needed.
"Privately, you can still call me Chen Lin, just like before, as for the name…"
Chen Lin stroked his chin, lost in thought.
Then he looked up, a sharp glint in his eyes: "Let's call it "Honghuang Studio," meaning the beginning of heaven and earth. Our goal is to carve out a new world in this rotten gaming industry!"
The stench and stagnation of the gaming industry were already well-known within the industry.
Whether it was Chen Lin being ostracized by the industry or Old Song being suppressed by his peers, it was all due to the instigation of the big companies behind the scenes.
It was incredibly difficult for newcomers to make a name for themselves in this environment.
Unable to realize their ambitions, they ultimately could only end their careers in frustration.
Some changed professions, others compromised.
Eventually, they fell into the big dye vat of capital, gradually becoming the very people they once despised.
"Honghuang Studio, the beginning of heaven and earth, huh…"
Old Song murmured softly, his eyes trembling, startled by Chen Lin's arrogant words about trying to change the industry landscape.
But thinking back, wasn't this grand goal precisely why he was here?
Although he didn't know if it could be achieved, and even if they might end up battered and bruised, he still wanted to try.
"Okay, I'll have Xiao Li go change the business license right away and register the assets."
"You've worked hard." Chen Lin nodded, looking through the window at the busy figures outside.
Xiao Li was the administrative girl from Dawn Studio, specifically responsible for internal and external affairs.
Because she came from a rural area, she was practical and hardworking, rarely making any major mistakes.
Having such a professional talent saved him a lot of effort.
As for the other girl, Xiao Wei, she was sent to the talent market to recruit a new batch of employees.
The remaining physical labor, of course, was left to the strong and robust programmer team.
They say baldness increases critical damage by 10 times.
Old Li, the bald man in the team, was incredibly strong when moving things.
He could carry a piece of equipment on his shoulder and still manage to answer a phone call.
"Hey, sis, I got a raise today! Let's have a big dinner when I get home tonight!"
His voice was very loud and filled with undisguised joy.
It immediately spread throughout the entire office area from the elevator entrance, causing others to burst into laughter, tears subtly welling in their eyes.
For these workers who sit in front of computers all day, what could be more exciting than a raise?
If they could, no one would willingly leave their hometown.
Now, with a bright future ahead, they became even more motivated, no longer feeling tired from moving things.
They continued to work until the afternoon, finally completing the office setup, which was now ready for production.
Clap, clap, clap—
Chen Lin stood in front of the office and clapped his hands.
"Everyone has worked hard all day today. I'll give you half a day off tomorrow; come in to clock in at 12 PM."
"Yay!"
A loud cheer erupted in the office area.
After a quick tidying up, they gradually left the studio, heading home with joyous hearts.
Once everyone had left, Old Song stepped forward, his expression serious.
"Chen Lin, I just received news that Wanhai is planning to hold a game exhibition on the 18th of next month. Star Travel will also be there. Should we participate?"
"Wanhai?"
Chen Lin's eyes gradually narrowed.
He hadn't forgotten that the other party had almost forced him to change professions, preventing him from continuing in the gaming industry.
And this was simply because a manager-level representative from the other party wanted to acquire his game.
It was also one of the reasons he wanted to completely change the gaming industry.
"Go, why not go?"
Chen Lin smiled.
He considered himself not to be a magnanimous person.
Since others had bullied him, he had to repay them well. Anyway, he no longer needed to curry favor with those guys.
"Wouldn't that be a bit inappropriate?"
Old Song opened his mouth, looking somewhat worried: "Although we no longer plan to develop outsourcing business, they are ultimately the power brokers in this area, and their influence is still very significant."
Let alone them, even a company the size of Star Travel would give way to Wanhai and not dare to act rashly.
This showed just how great Wanhai's influence was in the industry.
He didn't want the new studio to be forced to close down shortly after being established.
"What are you thinking? I said we're going, not to cause trouble."
"A game exhibition, of course, is where games do the talking."
As he spoke, Chen Lin's lips curved into a subtle, eerie smile, causing Old Song to shiver involuntarily, feeling as if something was staring at him.
He looked left and right but found no one peeking at him, which made him sigh in relief and begin to explain the details of the game exhibition.
He felt that Chen Lin was right.
If they were afraid of everything, they wouldn't accomplish anything.
Moreover, he still held a grudge against Star Travel.
Knowing that Star Travel would participate, he actually very much wanted to participate himself, but he had suppressed that desire by prioritizing the studio's interests.
Now, with Chen Lin's support, he was naturally very happy and explained everything in meticulous detail.
In summary, Wanhai wanted to hold a couples-themed exhibition on May 18th, lasting three days and ending on May 20th.
The theme was limited to two-player interactive mini-games, not exceeding 1GB in size.
Also, the games couldn't have been previously released. After the trial play, rankings would be determined based on player experience votes at the venue.
The top three not only would receive huge cash prizes but also Wanhai's internal resources, including three days of free promotion on the homepages of major platforms.
For small and medium-sized businesses and studios, the appeal of this reward was absolutely enormous.
If they could appear on the homepages of major gaming platforms, it would be tantamount to soaring to success, maximizing promotional effects.
This was something many small studios dared not even dream of.
According to Old Song's statistics, within two days of the announcement, hundreds of companies had already planned to participate, making it not easy to stand out.
"Only a hundred or so, not a big problem," Chen Lin said confidently.
"Huh? A hundred or so isn't a big problem?"
Old Song touched his somewhat thinning forehead and asked, "Then what kind of game do you plan to prepare for it? We only have a little over half a month left, and the new equipment hasn't arrived yet, so we can't make a very large game."
"You wait a moment."
Chen Lin didn't say much but turned and went back into his office, took out a game proposal he had made earlier from his desk, and handed it to him.
[Game: super rabbit man]
[Genre: Multiplayer, Platform Puzzle, Level-based, Fun]
[Description: A physics-based platform cooperative game where you play as a rabbit man and team up with friends to complete levels and find carrots to become super rabbit man.]
[Price: To be determined]
Looking at the abstract rabbit-like figures in the image, Old Song leaned back slightly, his brows furrowed.
"Are you sure this is a game??"