Video Game Tycoon in Tokyo-Chapter 991: Visiting Again

No matter how you look at it, it does seem like a bit of a coincidence.

Last year, that company making game encryption software wanted to collaborate.

After being turned down, they even left with some harsh words, though at the time, Takayuki didn't pay it much mind.

But just now, when a subordinate brought up that encryption program again, he suddenly felt something was off.

Still, it was only a suspicion—he had no proof.

So, was there any way to confirm it?

Maybe there was...

Takayuki said to the person reporting the financials, "You can go back to your work. I already know about the recent piracy issue—I'll handle it. You all just need to focus on promoting the home console. This year at the Gamestar Carnival, we'll unveil the full appearance of our new game console. That's our main focus this year, along with the lineup of games."

"Understood."

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...

Since the president said he'd handle it, there was no need for the subordinates to say anything further.

This year was a relatively important one for Gamestar Electronic Entertainment.

The latest GS home console would be unveiled this year.

And once the home console was revealed, development of the newest handheld console would begin.

The new handheld would keep up with modern times, using the latest and best performance components, while maintaining great cost-effectiveness.

Lately, more and more players had been complaining about the outdated performance of the old Switch.

So a new generation of Switch-like product should naturally make its debut soon.

Before Takayuki crossed into this world, Nintendo just refused to release a new console.

Players had long been fed up with them.

But Nintendo's games were just too fun—so players held their noses and endured.

In this world, though, Takayuki wanted to experience an even better handheld gaming experience, so of course he wasn't going to act like the Nintendo from his original world—squeezing out every last drop of profit before releasing a new handheld.

Once the person reporting the financials left, Takayuki picked up the phone, ready to start tackling the piracy issue.

But just then, his internal line rang.

It was his assistant.

Takayuki answered the call.

"President, someone would like to see you. You met him last year. Would you like to meet with him?"

"Met him last year?" Takayuki raised an eyebrow. "Who is it?"

"It's Evan, the guy who dressed... rather unusually."

"Evan? Who's Evan?"

"Oh—sorry, President. Maybe you didn't catch his name. He was that hippie-looking guy you met before."

As soon as he heard "hippie," Takayuki instantly remembered. novelbuddy.cσ๓

Oh, it's that guy.

He really hadn't remembered his name—or maybe he never asked for it to begin with.

Evan, huh?

Takayuki thought for a moment, then said, "Let him up. I've got a bit of time, but he only gets five minutes—I need to supervise development in the game department afterward."

"Got it. I'll send him up now."

Evan was annoyed.

So from the very beginning, Takayuki didn't even know his name.

He had just learned it moments ago.

That really was a blatant sign of disrespect.

Truly an arrogant guy—and an outdated, stiff traditionalist at that.

Evan immediately felt that Gamestar Electronic Entertainment was probably heading for its downfall.

A new era of video games was dawning.

Maybe... he should consider stepping into the game development industry?

Seize some market share while Gamestar was fading?

At the same time, he began fantasizing about replacing Gamestar, about becoming the new god of gaming.

But in his mind, there wasn't a single concrete idea related to actual game development.

He only knew some popular titles and had a vague grasp of how game development worked—but full-process oversight? Completely beyond him.

But so what?

Game development isn't a one-man job. He could just hire professionals at high salaries to do the professional work. All he needed to do was build a platform.

And speaking of platforms, he couldn't help but envy Gamestar Electronic Entertainment's BattleNet platform.

The experience was hands-down the best in the world.

It had been operating for years, and even without offering discounts or incentives, developers still willingly published their games on it.

That kind of platform was a money-printing machine.

Taking a 30% cut while doing nothing? Massive profits.

Evan adjusted his suit.

This time, he was clearly dressed more formally.

He had made progress in the past few months.

Lately, he had been mingling with all kinds of successful people.

And he was gradually adopting the appearance and bearing of a successful person himself.

Only by doing that could he more easily integrate into elite circles and attract more investors.

After all, not everyone could achieve what Takayuki had.

A one-man army—unstoppable in the business world.

Straightening his suit, Evan confidently entered the elevator.

Today, his whole demeanor was drastically different from before.

He looked much more energetic and composed.

He believed that today, he could finally earn the trust of a powerful figure like Takayuki.

He figured that last time he was rejected so decisively, it was probably because he had come off too casual, too unserious—his credibility had taken a hit.

About a minute later, he arrived at Takayuki's office.

Once again, he couldn't help but marvel at Takayuki's wealth and status.

A whole floor dedicated to one man's office—how extravagant.

If this were a typical shareholder-run company, any CEO who dared to take an entire floor for themselves would probably be forced out by the board. But Takayuki wasn't bound by that at all.

Being your own boss really is sweet.

"Hello, Mr. Takayuki. It's a pleasure to see you again."

Today, Evan's smile seemed more confident, more formal.

But also more stiff.

Takayuki, on the other hand, remained his usual casual self.

"Hello, Evan. So, what brings you here today? Is it still about game encryption?"

"Of course—it's our flagship product. I think the last time you turned me down, it was because you hadn't yet realized the massive changes happening in the gaming industry. But I believe your perspective has shifted recently, hasn't it? This is the perfect chance for me to recommend our product to you again."