The Divine Genius’s Game Broadcasting Chapter 478

Episode 478 – What's the status of the assignment? (3)

Please lend your name to the challenge.

The proposal from the Helaformers developer Genome brought out was enough to turn Decibel's welcome party into a crew meeting.

"I posted the email contents in the group chat. You guys can check it out for yourself. Oh, this is delicious, isn't it?"

Of course, it wasn't a formal meeting. Genome munched on the ice cream fritters that were served for dessert.

The other members also tasted their own desserts and browsed through their emails.

"As you can see, the proposal itself is simple. The developers will create a challenge based on what we showed on yesterday's broadcast, and they want to use our crew name on it."

“That’s all? And we’re getting paid!?”

“That’s $5,000 per person, so a total of $20,000?”

“How much is 20,000 dollars in Korean currency? Oh, maybe 25 million won?”

There was no discrepancy between Genome's verbal statement and the content of the email. In return, the developer offered the Purge Day crew $20,000.

"That's right, 25 million won. It's actually a small amount for a typical advertisement, but since that's the only requirement, it doesn't seem so bad, does it?"

“Well, that’s true.”

“It’s certainly an unusual proposal.”

Decibel's eyes widened at the reactions of others.

'No, 2500 is small?'

For her, the fact that she was offered a contract on her first day of crew activities was a surprising turn of events. For someone who had stuck to relatively small, non-mainstream genres, even this level of advertising money was embarrassing.

'Other people's standards are completely different. I really need to work hard!'

However, the reactions of the other members were completely different. This was because the standards were different as well as the scale of the broadcast.

While Decibel internally steeled his resolve, Genome continued his explanation.

"Right? I thought I'd just sent the developer an email after seeing this. But seriously, that's it. They're saying we can sign this contract and start playing another game right away?"

“Huh? Another game?”

Decibel, momentarily distracted by his resolve, asked in surprise. Genome smiled and waved his hand.

"No, it's not that we're really going to do anything else. It just means we're free."

“Hellaformers has a promise to its viewers, so we have to keep going until the end.”

"That's right. Since this is a challenge-based contract, we don't need to display paid advertisements during the broadcast."

Everyone laughed at him, but soon returned to serious expressions.

“That’s a really good suggestion… but it makes me a little more cautious.”

“Right? That bothers me too. I feel like I’m missing something.”

“Uh, I don’t have much advertising experience…”

Unlike the three people who were frowning, Lee Gyeong-bok was calm.

'That's a really good offer for us, isn't it?'

It felt clean, without a hint of foreboding. But rather than just readily suggesting it, it was better to wait for others to accept it.

“I think this will be okay.”

The first to speak was Genome, who had the longest broadcasting career.

"I told you this proposal was unfamiliar, didn't I? In other words, it's unnecessary for developers. In fact, you can just create a challenge. You don't need our permission."

“That’s certainly true. Gameplay isn’t copyrighted either.”

Genome lightly snapped his fingers in sympathy with Eclipse.

"That's right! So the point of this proposal is to borrow 'names.'"

“What are our names?”

"Now, why do they need our name? Thinking about it, it makes sense. The developers need a 'justification' right now."

The other members' eyes widened. Genome calmly continued his explanation.

"Let's first consider the opposite scenario. Yesterday's broadcast had a bug, right? But if you look at the challenge items now, the process of clearing it is included. Here, we can see what the developers want."

“Oh, that’s right. This isn’t a bug, this is a play.”

“Oh! Is that so?”

“If it was acknowledged as a bug, there would be no reason to make it a challenge.”

The corners of Genome's mouth went up as the members immediately understood.

"Right, to change the frame from bugs to play! Now, if we just create challenges here, the picture will look a bit strange. From the gamers' perspective, it'll look like we're cheating instead of fixing bugs."

“Hmm, that’s more of a handshake.”

"Ah! So that's why you made us an offer? If you officially paid for it, it wouldn't be a trick, but a 'congratulations.'"

"Wow! Amazing! So there are no other conditions? If there are too many conditions, it won't seem pure!"

Under Genome's leadership, the developer's intentions were uncovered. Only then did all four feel relieved.

“If we do this, then we have nothing to lose, right?”

“I think so too. It's an official demonstration that the developers are impressed with our gameplay.”

"Besides, Helaformers has a certain global recognition. It's a classic four-player cooperative game. It's also a chance to make our crew's name known."

“But we get paid too?”

Along with the profits, fame also follows. As the cleanup was over, bright smiles spread across the four people's faces.

“Ahem, it seems like everyone has decided to sign the contract…”

But soon, Genome coughed and cautiously opened his mouth.

"I explained this to you when you inquired about membership, but I'll explain it again just in case. Under the current crew-based contract, profits aren't split equally."

"Oh! Yes, yes, I remember! You said the ratio would be adjusted based on the broadcast's scale. That's really fair!"

Decibel nodded as if it were obvious. The other two were relieved, but Lee Gyeong-bok raised his hand slightly.

“I think a little differently.”

"huh?"

“Master?”

Everyone turned around and he spoke calmly.

"I think this case is a bit different. I think it's better to divide it equally."

The other three blinked.

If you calculate the ratio, isn't the person who benefits the most Lee Kyung-bok?

"Of course, I'm not suggesting we change the rules, but rather allow for exceptions. As Genome said, this contract is more of a 'challenge' than an 'advertisement' contract. The focus is on the play, not the scale of the broadcast."

Lee Kyung-bok continued speaking, looking over the challenge items in the email again.

"As you can see here, things like 'Turret Fly' are something I do alone, but most of them can't be done without others. Since it's a playstyle we all collaborated on, it seems more appropriate to share it equally."

As Hellapomers is a cooperative game, many of the challenges are about cooperation.

The other three people exchanged glances at Lee Gyeong-bok's claim.

“Hah, you really are…!”

“Every time something like this happens, I feel that Purple’s greatness isn’t just about her skills.”

"Wow, really! I'm even happier that Master thinks of us like this than the developers do!"

The three of them raised their glasses, as if they had made a promise, without hiding their emotions, filled with emotion and gratitude.

“Okay! That concludes the meeting!”

“Oh, this is so good! Everyone is so touched!”

“I’m really looking forward to this evening too.”

As the members enjoyed themselves, Lee Kyung-bok also smiled and raised his glass.

“Let’s have fun today too!”

Four glasses clinked, producing a clear sound.

* * *

Late afternoon, Metagamer headquarters.

Unlike the other employees, Shin Hye-rim was concentrating on the monitor with a bright face.

"Ah, the official data is different after all. The data on the Plant Wiki hasn't been updated."

She was studying the materials on the official Helaformers website, preparing an article about the upcoming Purge Day merger.

Knowing more about the game gave me more to write about and helped me avoid mistakes.

'Is there anything related to the Cerberus appearance bug yet?'

The most newsworthy aspect of the previous broadcast was, as expected, a bug. She checked the announcements frequently in addition to researching the data.

'Oh! It's up!?'

While she was waiting, a new update was announced. She immediately checked the contents and opened her eyes wide.

“No, crazy…!”

Surprised by the unexpected content, she moved her hands busily. The first place she visited was the North American community, Reddit.

'It's coming up!'

Perhaps it was because it was late at night in North America, but the patch notes were already up there.

Since it wasn't even the time for content updates, I wouldn't normally be interested, but there were already a lot of comments on that post.

[-Is it official? The list of added challenges is longer than the list of in-game fixes! XD]

[-That's Amazing! The developers must have watched the broadcast too! The name itself is Fuzzy Day, right?]

[-Purgeday On Hell! Damn, the challenge category name itself is blowing my mind!]

[-Really? It wasn't a Cerberus bug? It was because Purge Day was so good?!]

[-I knew it! I've been playing Helaformers for so long! There's no way there's a bug I don't know about!]

The name of the newly added challenge category brought everyone to mind "Purge Day." Thanks to this, they were able to understand the full story behind Cerberus's appearance.

[-Damn! This is the challenge! Now I have a reason to log in after a long time!]

[-No doubt, the developers finally understand the meaning of hell better. Compared to this newly added challenge, the other challenges were like a walk in heaven!]

[-Challenge accepted! Thanks to Purge Day, I'll have to call my friends over after a long time!]

The update announcement not only shocked regular gamers, but also the so-called 'veterans'.

Having already accomplished all the challenges, they were eager to tackle this new one. Moreover, its difficulty was noticeably higher than the others.

'The developer even officially commemorated this unprecedented bug clear with a challenge?'

Shin Hye-rim, observing the reaction, shuddered as if struck by lightning. Even someone outside the industry could immediately grasp the situation.

'It's a scoop…! Another scoop!'

As if under a spell, she opened the document program. Articles began to pour from her mind to her fingertips.

The other employees turned their eyes in surprise at the sound of the keystroke, but she paid no attention.

But it seemed like nothing could disturb her.

'Oh, really…'

The one who broke that concentration was none other than herself.

'The notifications are crazy.'

To be precise, it was her from the past. Notifications kept appearing and disappearing in a corner of the monitor.

'It must be related to this news.'

I set up Twitter keyword alerts to stay up-to-date on the latest news. I was able to immediately check any updates related to Lee Kyung-bok.

I usually turn off notifications while writing articles, but I forgot because I was in a hurry to write.

‘I want to see you, but I have to hold back…!’

As a fan, not a reporter, I wanted to see other people's reactions.

But work came first, so Shin Hye-rim closed her eyes tightly and turned off the notifications.

'I have to write it quickly and see!'

Fortunately, that desire helped her write the article. She quickly wrote the article, sent the draft to her team leader, and immediately checked the tweet.

“Ugh…!”

The developer also announced the update on Twitter. The tweet was shared not only by North American gamers but also by Japanese gamers and fans, sending out a flood of notifications.

[-Huh? Purple C's crew, it's become a challenge? But this is completely impossible?! I told you, clearing the defense battle without taking damage to all the NPCs is absolutely impossible!]

[-Hey hey, is this for real? Wow, Purple C is super-competent, I knew it. The people around you are also super-competent, right?]

[-No, no, Purge Day Crew! What we're supposed to do is Hell Forming? Why are we purge forming the developers? Wow? Is this perfect common sense?]

[-Everyone! It's Hikari Shunko! You all heard the news, right? Shunko wasn't surprised. But Purple-san, you've made so many Perfect Challenges, right? Seriously, developers, you're too late! Hurry up and register the other challenges as challenges!]

Shin Hye-rim checked popular tweets by hand, running them through a translator. Perhaps because she had been putting it off, she was so absorbed in it.

“Reporter Shin.”

“Hic?!”

It wasn't until the team leader came right up behind her and called out to her that she noticed her presence.

Her eyes darted quickly as she turned her head. It seemed she'd been caught doing something else while working.

The team leader frowned slightly and said:

“Oh my, take it easy.”

"…yes?"

"It's been so long since I wrote that article, and I'm already looking at overseas reactions. I even ran each and every one of them through a translator… It's great to be passionate, but people need to take a breather."

“Ah, ahaha…”

Shin Hye-rim's conscience prickled, but she just smiled. The team leader chuckled and lightly snapped his fingers.

"Anyway, the article was well-written. It was a smooth read. I could upload it right away."

“Oh, yes!”

"Yeah. Oh, but I'm sorry for saying this right after I told you to rest…"

The team leader immediately spoke with a serious expression.

"Look at this Purge Day merger more closely. This challenge issue doesn't seem like it'll be resolved in one go."

"yes?"

"No, that's right. You said this is just the beginning? As we progress, this kind of gameplay might come up again. What would the developers do then?"

“Ah…! Maybe there will be more challenges added?”

"That's right! This is an issue that could lead to another follow-up article. You know what I mean? Pay more attention."

Shin Hye-rim answered him confidently.

“Oh my! Just leave it to me!”

I was confident that I could do well in focusing on the broadcast.

* * *

Evening, broadcast time.

“Okay, today is purge day! Tomorrow is purge day! Every day is purge day!”

“Nice to see you again!”

“Everyone, come quickly!”

"Day 2, newbie! It's Decibel!"

The chat window quickly filled up with the appearance of the Purge Day members.

-WA! Consecutive merger!

-Every day is purge day? Does that make sense?

-Fuzzy week! Fuzzy week! Fuzzy week!

-Have you seen the Metagamer news?

-Is the official stuffed animal too cute?

-Koitswww Its very existence is a challengewww

-The crew that became monthly members in just one day of merging!?

-Ah ㅋㅋ I found out that all the hidden cameras were taken ㅋㅋ Stop it now ㅋㅋㅋ

-What if I'm not a common brain? What if there are no mad scientists?

-They've already gone to hell lol

In addition to the viewers' welcome, the members also commented on the content.

"Ah, as expected, you all get the news quickly. Our crew has been crowned the official challenger from day one again, right?"

“Yes, I think the developers really liked our broadcast.”

"Wow, it was really a good thing I followed Master back then. What would have happened if I hadn't caught Cerberus?"

“It was right to follow the code of chivalry.”

-Isn't it a good thing that Kelve came out?

-Really ㅋㅋ It was a stroke of genius to do as Godple said there

-Follow Captain Purple, Imariya

-???: I think it will be a good memory (true)

-What? You didn't say global memories, did you!?

-Making good memories all over the world ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

As the audience's applause died down, Genome clapped his hands lightly.

"Now, those of you who've read the article probably know this, but let me clear up a misunderstanding here. I was absolutely certain that Cerberus's early appearance during the broadcast was a bug, wasn't I?"

Genome immediately bowed deeply, clasping his hands together politely.

"Now, let me make this official. While this situation could be considered a bug, as it was unintended by the developers, I'd like to inform you that there was no problem with the game's systems."

-ㅈㅅㅎㄴㄷ

-???: I think you referenced my video!

-Stop the domestic drip!

-You're saying that Cerberus was scared because humanity's morale was so high?

-Really ㅋㅋ If you leave the Fuzzy Day unit alone, it looks like they'll lose ㅋㅋㅋ

-This is actually more realistic

– Seriously ㅋㅋ Why are the bosses waiting ㅋㅋㅋ

-It turned out it wasn't a bug, but a factual investigation?

After finishing their preparations, the members had a brief chat. After a brief conversation, they soon began playing a game.

"Okay, enough small talk! Let's get back to pioneering hell!"

“It was revealed at the end yesterday that there were mad scientists, right?”

“Uh… I guess there will be completely different enemies in Area 2?”

“No matter what happens, we will win!”

The viewers also agreed and laughed.

-With this member, isn't Hellaforming too easy?

-Really lol I'll sweep away all the guys that come out

-Ah, the developers have already spoiled it!

-What are you talking about all of a sudden?

-You already predicted it with the name of the challenge ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Oh lol that's right lol

-WA! Purge Day on Hell!

-The day of purge has come to hell!

Day 2 of the Hell Pioneer.

There was no one worried about the members.