Agreeing to Create Bad Games, What the Hell Is ‘Titanfall’? Chapter 189: A Flawless Game!

Full completion!

"Amazing—"

Looking at the ga's title screen reappearing, Maxiao let out a long exhale!

A ticulously crafted plot that unravels layer by layer, bringing tears to one's eyes!

A brilliantly produced ending the that makes people exclaim in admiration!

And that sweetness-overloaded, utterly addictive little easter egg!

In fact!

From Laosao's perspective, "To the Moon" seems to have transcended the boundaries of being just a ga!

It actually feels more like an interactive movie.

Striving to imrse players in the experience while delivering that emotional impact.

Moreover!

Since this ga adopts a completely reverse-chronological narrative, the true mystery isn't revealed until the very end.

This makes "To the Moon" incredibly rewarding to play through a second ti!

Because knowing the truth beforehand transforms all the carefully planted clues into emotional triggers.

Players will co to understand Xiao Xi, comprehend her persistence, grasp her intentions, and empathize with the pain she couldn't express in words.

However!

Laosao isn't planning to replay it anyti soon.

This thing packs too much emotional punch—he can't handle it right now.

Maybe when he's feeling stressed and needs a good cry to vent, he'll take it out for another playthrough.

"Alright, folks,"

Thinking this, Laosao set down his controller and turned off the ga while saying:

"That's about it for today's stream. This was an incredibly moving ga—I haven't cried like this in ages. Sorry for showing weakness in front of everyone."

"Also, this is a charity ga, so I'd like to make a small appeal—if you can afford it, please consider buying a copy."

"This isn't sponsored content—I didn't receive any promotion deals. I'm purely speaking from the ga's quality."

"With gas, watching and playing are completely different experiences."

"Take this ga for example—while it's primarily story-driven, the little details and puzzles throughout are actually quite interesting."

"I highly recomnd buying it."

Maxiao's fair assessnt naturally sparked enthusiastic responses from viewers—

'Already bought it! Originally planned to watch the playthrough first then play myself, now decided against it'

'Hahahaha sa here! Playing again with full context would hit even harder—probably couldn't handle the ending'

'Reach the ending? You won't make it to the ending! You'll break down when Xiao Xi first shows that yellow-and-blue rabbit!'

'Exactly! Playing through knowing the ending is like swimming through a sea of knives'

'Can't do it, absolutely can't do it'

'Watching in reverse chronology then playing chronologically would leave you completely drained from crying'

'Definitely buying! Might not play but gotta own it...'

'...'

Seeing the lively discussion in the chat barrage, Laosao chuckled and waved at the cara:

"Alright, that's it for today's stream. I need to recover emotionally. This is Laosao signing off—sa ti tomorrow..."

However!

Before he could finish!

As the ga closed, a pop-up window unexpectedly appeared.

Interrupting his stream-ending ritual.

"Huh?"

Maxiao was startled.

The pop-up appeared as a letter.

The envelope background featured a moon and lighthouse, beautifully designed, with his ID written on it.

"What's this?"

Maxiao moved his cursor back from the "end stream" button, deciding to read the letter before signing off.

Rustle.

As the envelope opened with a soft sound, the letter unfolded on screen—

[To All Players]

We're deeply honored to participate in this Charity Week event.

On this special occasion, Golden Wind Gas presents this humble work to express our sincerest care for all friends who, like River (Xiao Xi), struggle with autism and other psychological conditions.

You are like shining lighthouses—though separated by distance, you continue warming this world with your light.

Though wordless, the pure light in your hearts is eternal.

Special thanks to @JJLin for generously performing the Chinese ending the song "Soday or One Day."

His noble spirit commands respect.

Additionally, Golden Wind specially announces that all sales revenue from this work during Charity Week will be entirely donated to @China Charity Foundation.

To help more "children of the stars" rediscover their brilliance and embrace new lives.

Finally, lead ga designers SamGu & MiiaShen, representing Golden Wind Gas, thank you for your purchase and playthrough.

Your kind act will help many in need.

—Golden Wind Gas

[Sincerely]

Hiss—!!!

Having read the letter from start to finish!

Laosao couldn't help but draw a sharp breath!

"Holy..."

Laosao was stunned. After carefully rereading to confirm he hadn't misread, he exclaid:

"Damn they... wait..."

"I rember previous Charity Week events only donated 10%-15% of total profits?"

"Golden Wind is donating... everything?"

"And... from sales revenue?"

Laosao was floored!

anwhile, after a brief stunned silence, the audience exploded instantly!

'Holy shit!!! Full donation!!!'

'Little Huang (Golden Wind) is going all out!'

'Sales revenue! Not profits! aning Little Huang isn't even keeping production costs—all first-week inco donated!'

'Damn...'

'This is purely charity! No returns expected?'

'Well, just first-week sales revenue being donated'

'Still insane though! Gas like this rely heavily on first-week sales!'

'Donating all first-week profits ans Golden Wind earns nothing—every cent from our purchases goes to charity for good karma?'

'Not super interested in charity, but if it's about building good karma, I'm buying!'

'Spend fifteen bucks for good karma while getting a masterpiece-level ga for free?'

'Wait... holy shit? That makes sense!'

'You've got the right conversion! Say no more! Getting up to boot my PC! Buying!'

'This is a must-buy!'

'Let's go!'

'Little Huang, if you put it that way, I won't hold back!'

'...'

The player community was in an uproar!!!

If!

In terms of quality, "To the Moon" is an exquisitely crafted, thoughtful, masterfully scripted pixel-art narrative ga that qualifies as art!

Then after this letter to players, its significance beca elevated!

The act of donating all proceeds completely shattered players' conventional understanding of Charity Week!

This "wild" approach to charity made it the brightest pearl shining in the river of charity gas!

Thus!

This small-budget, modest-scale ga produced with just 500,000 yuan in costs!

Embarked on its path to legendary status!

...

Next morning!

Golden Wind Gas CEO's office.

Shen Miaomiao was eating porridge for breakfast while browsing online reviews.

In just one night, "To the Moon" had indisputably beco the most discussed ga of Charity Week.

Bar none.

anwhile, the Golden Wind Charity Bundle had unquestionably beco the sales champion.

Because many players were saying "To the Moon's full donation ans certain losses," so they wanted to "buy more Golden Wind bundles" to help Little Huang earn more.

How considerate.

This clearly showed Golden Wind's excellent reputation among players.

dia outlets unanimously offered high praise.

So focused on the narrative, reviewing "To the Moon" as—a work that profoundly demonstrates the designers' scriptwriting ability. Reverse chronology itself is complex—any misstep could disrupt coherence or cause complete collapse. Yet "To the Moon" not only avoided this, but leveraged the technique to elevate suspense to unprecedented heights! In terms of script alone, its brilliance might surpass "Titanfall"!

Others praised the charity aspect—a purely "charitable ga." We're thrilled to see Golden Wind's current state—they understand their success stems from societal support and recognize their social responsibility! Whether "Titanfall's" specially designed characters for disabled players or "To the Moon's" focus on autism, Golden Wind's social awareness and contributions set examples for other developers.

Of course!

So dia comnted from a designer's perspective—Surprise! For , "To the Moon" brought more surprise than emotion! When MiiaShen's na appeared last in the credits, my scream nearly shattered glass! Though clearly Miia worked under Sam's guidance in many aspects, having a ga company's CEO personally participate in design is trendously encouraging for China's gaming industry!

"Tsk tsk tsk!"

Shen Miaomiao was absolutely delighted!

Swiveling excitedly in her executive chair, humming "Soday or One Day" while slurping porridge.

Checking the ti—nearly 9:30.

"First-day results aren't in yet, but twelve-hour sales should indicate sothing,"

Shen Miaomiao picked up her phone:

"Sister Chuchu, could you check our current sales figures..."

But just then.

A knock sounded at her office door.

Knock knock—

Chu Qingzhou's voice ca through: "President Shen, are you available?"

"Oh, co in,"

Shen Miaomiao set down her phone, inviting Chu Qingzhou to sit:

"Was just about to ssage you to check sales. What's up?"

Chu Qingzhou looked unusually serious, her eyes still reflecting shock:

"President Shen, we've been spotlighted."

"Spotlighted?"

Shen Miaomiao didn't imdiately understand:

"By whom? For what?"

"Please sit properly first."

Chu Qingzhou gestured for her to brace herself.

"This... seems excessive, Sister Chuchu..."

Unsure what news warranted such preparation, Shen Miaomiao looked skeptical.

Yet she subconsciously straightened her posture and nodded:

"Alright, I'm ready. Begin your performance?"

"Ahem!"

Chu Qingzhou cleared her throat, assud an elegant posture, opened her notebook, and read aloud:

"This morning's 'China Daily' sixth page culture/entertainnt section published a comntator article—"

"'Practicing Charity to Shoulder Social Responsibility, Staying True to Our Mission to Compose a Colorful Chapter'"

"—Examining New Developnts of National Enterprises in the New Era Through the Phenonal Response to 'To the Moon'"

"The article states: The gaming industry, as a new-era sector developing in recent years, is in rapid growth. Now Golden Wind Gas, as an erging star among China's new industries, maintains its original aspirations despite rapid developnt, keeping social welfare at heart, courageously undertaking social responsibilities and obligations, setting exemplary standards for new enterprises across sectors. Particularly its general manager Shen Miaomiao, who is rooted in the industry, bold in practice, forging ahead, deeply exploring industry potential, pioneering new developntal approaches..."

Huh—?!!!

Good thing Shen Miaomiao was holding on tight!

Otherwise she might have slid right off her chair!

What is this?!

A comntator article?!

China Daily comntator article?!

This is...

This level is way too high holy crap!

I'm not worthy!

"Staying true to our mission"... "courageously undertaking responsibilities"...

Shen Miaomiao felt her hair standing on end!

"Wait! Wait Sister Chuchu... pause please I'm feeling dizzy..."

Shen Miaomiao urgently stopped Chu Qingzhou's news broadcast:

"Is this... real?"

"Tsk,"

Chu Qingzhou rolled her eyes:

"Little ancestor, you overestimate —even with the biggest guts, would I joke about sothing like this?"

As she spoke.

Chu Qingzhou handed over her notebook.

Containing a printed screenshot of the comntator article.

Black text on white paper, resounding and powerful!

The more Shen Miaomiao read, the redder the report seed!

"No no no no way!"

She was stunned:

"This can't be... I just... wanted to make a simple donation..."

Shen Miaomiao sounded uncertain, feeling even more so internally.

Sorry sorry! I didn't an for this! Never expected such huge impact!

I had selfish motives, wanted to use the system to pad my savings, I'm guilty guilty, my bad my bad...

While ntally repenting, Shen Miaomiao carefully reread the article.

Growing more astonished by the minute!

This is huge!

Yet upon reflection!

Amid her shock, Shen Miaomiao frowned slightly.

Sothing felt off about this situation?

True!

My massive donation is unprecedented in Charity Week history, "To the Moon's" quality is exceptional, and player reception is overwhelmingly positive.

But...

Directly appearing in a comntator article seems sowhat excessive?

This is a comntator article!

Practically China Daily's most important short comntary format!

Though the electronic version isn't as prestigious as print!

Still seems beyond Golden Wind and Shen Miaomiao's current standing!

Even!

If solely relying on CDEA and Jiang Yingcai's influence, this might be unattainable!

In that case...

Shen Miaomiao's eyes shifted thoughtfully. Keeping the digital copy, she waved:

"Sister Chuchu, let digest this... I need to... carefully study and comprehend the spirit..."

Pfft—

Chu Qingzhou couldn't help laughing as she stood:

"I'll leave you to it. Call if needed."

"Mhm..."

Nodding, Shen Miaomiao picked up her phone and dialed a number.

Ring—

Ring—

Ring—

After several rings, a middle-aged man's voice answered:

"Hello, my dear?"