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Summary of Perfect World Conference Call Industry Overview - The gaming industry is expected to perform well in 2025, with major players like Tencent and NetEase showing strong results. The A-share gaming companies are also performing well. [2] - Trends indicate a shift in entertainment content consumption and a broadening user base, with increased spending power among female and younger users, which is a long-term growth driver for the industry. [2] - The valuation of the gaming sector is projected to rise to 15-20 times due to regulatory policy cycles, a surge in product launches, and the catalytic effect of AI technology. [2][4] Company Performance - Perfect World is anticipated to be a focal point in 2025, with stable revenue growth from core products and new product launches targeting female and younger users, indicating potential for high revenue generation. [2][5] - In Q1 2024, Perfect World reported a net profit of 300 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of over 1,000%, and a non-GAAP profit of 160 million yuan, up over 200%. This growth was primarily driven by the revenue from "Zhu Xian World" and increased esports revenue from Dota 2 and CS:GO. [2][5] - The traditional game "Zhu Xian" generated over 500 million yuan in revenue in 2024, while the total revenue from two Perfect World IP products reached approximately 1 billion yuan. The agency esports product CS:GO achieved record revenue exceeding 1 billion yuan. [2][5] Product Development - "Nishuihan," a highly anticipated open-world urban-themed game, is currently in its second testing phase, with a third test expected in Q3 and a public release anticipated in Q4 or by the end of the year. [2][6] - The new version of "Zhu Xian World" and the overseas version of P5X are also expected to contribute to revenue growth this year, with P5X potentially exceeding expectations. [6] Management and Strategy - Over the past three years, Perfect World has shifted from a loose management style to a more prudent approach, clarifying operational strategies and product layouts. Key management personnel changes have occurred, addressing historical burdens. [3][7] - 2025 is seen as a critical year for management improvement and revenue efficiency, with project performance expected to reflect governance effectiveness. [3][7] - Despite some uncertainties affecting profit forecasts, Perfect World's valuation is slightly above that of peer companies, and it is considered a potential investment target for the year based on strong growth prospects. [7]