技术赋能东方美学 文化自信撬动全球市场

Core Viewpoint - The rise of domestic "AAA" games in the international market is significantly influenced by unique Chinese cultural elements, with game developers leveraging advanced technology to integrate these cultural aspects into modeling, actions, and overall gaming experience [1]. Group 1: Game Development and Cultural Integration - Three domestic "AAA" games showcased at the Cologne Game Show highlight the use of advanced gaming technology to present Eastern aesthetics and tell Chinese stories, including "Black Myth: Wukong," "Shadow Blade Zero," and the new installment of "Gu Jian" [3]. - The development of "Gu Jian" has taken nearly two years and has now entered the mass production phase, with extensive testing conducted to vividly present Chinese elements in the game, such as the grass dragon inspired by traditional folk activities [5]. - The latest game engines and motion capture technologies have become standard for domestic "AAA" game developers, resulting in significant improvements in modeling precision and action effects [7]. Group 2: Industry Trends and Market Dynamics - The "AAA" game sector is characterized by long development cycles and substantial financial investments, with a surge in domestic "AAA" games reflecting a rapid influx of funding and adjustments within the industry chain since the "project boom" began in 2021 [9]. - The success of "Black Myth: Wukong" has attracted more attention to domestic "AAA" games, leading to a quick integration of the industry chain, with many companies previously engaged in foreign "AAA" game outsourcing now actively participating in domestic game production [9]. - At the recent Cologne Game Show, various "AAA" titles featuring local Chinese elements garnered significant interest from overseas players, indicating that domestic "AAA" games attract global audiences through solid content and unique cultural expressions rather than by deliberately catering to foreign markets [11].