Group 1 - The recruitment for the first online public test of "Blue Star Origin: Travel Song" by Manju Network has begun, with a limited number of 1500 slots available on Bilibili, and the test will be conducted on PC only [1] - The game is positioned as an open-world 2D RPG, which may attract core players and potentially strengthen investor confidence in the 2D sector's development capabilities [1] - If the feedback is positive, it could encourage similar companies to enhance their open-world and cross-platform strategies, leading to a focus on innovation in the 2D category [1] Group 2 - The Pokémon Company has scheduled a new Pokémon presentation for July 22, 2023, with the latest game "Pokémon Legends: Z-A" set to release on October 16, 2023 [2] - There are market speculations about a new generation of Pokémon games being exclusive to the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, which could boost market expectations for the next-gen console [2] - The ongoing iteration of top IPs like Pokémon may intensify content competition and drive smaller developers to pursue differentiated strategies [2] Group 3 - Microsoft's "COD: Black Ops 7" will debut at the Cologne Game Show, marking the first time two Black Ops-themed games are released consecutively [3] - This strategy indicates a shift towards a more intensive IP development approach, which may enhance Xbox's content ecosystem and increase market expectations for user growth in Microsoft's gaming subscription services [3] Group 4 - The total revenue of Shanghai's gaming industry for the first half of 2025 reached 83.283 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 10.80% [4] - Both domestic and overseas sales revenues for Shanghai's online games have shown growth, with the esports sector generating 3.254 billion yuan, up 6.91% [4] - The report highlights the continuous innovation and global expansion of Shanghai's gaming companies, which may boost investor confidence, particularly in leading firms with strong R&D and overseas operational capabilities [4]