Core Insights - The journey of game development can lead to feelings of emptiness after achieving a long-awaited goal, as expressed by the founder of Game Science, Feng Ji, after the release of "Black Myth: Wukong" [1][2] - The unexpected announcement of a new project, "Black Myth: Zhong Kui," signifies a return to the core brand promise of the "Black Myth" universe, rather than just focusing on the character Wukong [2][10] Company Background - Game Science was founded in 2014 by Feng Ji and Yang Qi after leaving a large gaming company, aiming to create a more idealistic and ambitious gaming experience [4][6] - The company initially found success with two online games, which provided the financial backing to pursue their dream project, "Black Myth: Wukong," starting in 2018 [6][8] Project Development - The development of "Black Myth: Wukong" was marked by significant challenges, including technical and talent acquisition hurdles, which were addressed by releasing a groundbreaking gameplay demonstration in August 2020 [6][8] - The release date for "Black Myth: Wukong" is set for August 20, 2024, marking a significant milestone in Chinese gaming history [8] Brand Evolution - The "Black Myth" brand is intended to be a broader universe, with Wukong as the first hero, and aims to explore complex narratives rather than being limited to a single character [10][11] - The new project "Black Myth: Zhong Kui" is expected to shift the narrative focus from grand mythological themes to more localized folklore, indicating a strategic evolution in storytelling [14]

Core Viewpoint - Liu Dan, a veteran in Tencent Games, has established Shenzhen Chuangxiang Yuedong Technology Co., Ltd., which is likely to focus on AI gaming, a rapidly growing sector in the gaming industry [1][3]. Company Summary - Liu Dan is the sole shareholder and actual controller of Chuangxiang Yuedong, which was founded on July 30 with a registered capital of 1 million yuan. The company's business scope includes software development, internet data services, AI application software development, digital cultural creative software development, animation game development, and AI public data platforms [1][2]. - Liu Dan has previously contributed significantly to Tencent Games, participating in the growth of the company since 2003 and holding various key positions. He has been involved in major projects such as "Doubled War God" and others [3][4]. Industry Summary - The potential AI gaming sector is expected to grow significantly, with IDC predicting that the global AI gaming market could exceed $50 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate of over 20% [4][5]. - AI technology can enhance gaming experiences by generating dynamic storylines and optimizing game design processes, although challenges remain in real-time rendering and complex scene simulation [5].

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