The Game Developer Who Left the Company Is Too Competent

18. launch eve

As OBT got closer, my nerves were getting more sensitive. My stress increased and I became sensitive to small issues.

Taeyeon tried not to show a nervous side. It’s not just you, it’s hard for everyone at work.

Early on, after discussions with CEO Myung-wook Kim, Taeyeon declared that if the launch was successful, incentives would be distributed as fairly as possible, and that it would also have a positive impact on salary negotiations next year.

So, everyone is working hard and working hard.

I want to play and spend my own time, but I give up on that and focus on my work.

This is just a minimal reward for your efforts.

So, in order to laugh together until the end, the more difficult it is, the more you need to calmly overcome it. And the person who should create that atmosphere is the project manager himself.

Taeyeon shouted as she went to the convenience store and unpacked the items she bought.

“I have a lot of trouble. I bought ice cream, so let’s eat it!”

“Wow!”

Employees come pouring in.

Holding an ice cream and seeing how he liked it, I felt a sense of responsibility along with a commitment to make this game a success.

‘I hope there are good results… … .’

In order to raise even a little more sales, you have to move without rest.

Taeyeon looked at the employees taking a break, then moved to another department with another envelope.

Late at night, the development team wasn’t the only ones burning their passion using time as firewood.

After leaving work at 11 o’clock, Taeyeon went straight to Yoona’s house. After waiting for a while in a dark alley, Yoona Kim appears, thoroughly armed with leggings, a zip-up hoodie, a hat, and a mask. Taeyeon looked around once more and then approached and hugged her.

“How was your day today?”

“huh.”

After fully enjoying her body temperature and scent, we crossed our arms and started walking late at night.

This was Taeyeon and Yoona’s date recently.

When I arrived at a nearby park, I sat down on a bench under a street lamp and took an item from my shopping bag and handed it over.

Upon receiving the packaging box, Yoona asked with a puzzled face.

“what’s this?”

“It’s not a big deal, but I bought it because it was pretty when I saw it on the desk of a female employee in the finance and economy team.”

Yoona unwrapped the package with anticipation.

It was a pretty snow globe with lights.

“pretty!”

It was a small gift, but Yoona was very happy. Taeyeon, who was pleased with her appearance, brought out another present.

“I bought this while buying a gift. I think it will suit you well.”

It was a brand new lipstick from a famous brand.

“It was newly released not too long ago, but when I searched the Internet, I heard that it is so popular that women carry it like a necessity these days.”

Yoona had a lot of wealth, but she was not very interested in the act of consumption itself. Just working out, reading books, sometimes working on the shooting schedule, and my life pattern was all.

Few people met.

Lately, it was either Han Seol-ah or Taeyeon. That’s why I really liked these small gifts from Taeyeon, and Taeyeon also really liked that look.

Not only through text messages and phone calls, but when we meet like this, we talk a lot, but the subject matter never stops and we never get tired of it.

It’s because I try to find a new hobby and share it in a small way. This was also the result of Taeyeon’s efforts. After hearing Professor Kim Hyo-won’s words, Taeyeon harbored a small wish for Yoona to find another meaning or purpose in life besides gymnastics.

After having a good time like that for about an hour, I put aside my regrets and saw her off to the front of the house again.

Taeyeon expressed her honest feelings.

“I always feel it, but whenever I send you home like this, I really regret it. These days, I want to see you from time to time.”

Yoona quietly looked up at Taeyeon’s face while holding her in her arms. Then he lifted his toe, kissed him on the lips, and said.

“So do i.”

Taeyeon, who had a surprised expression on her face for a moment, smiled and gave her arms a little strength as she embraced them.

And he said as he opened the hug.

“good night.”

“Call me when you arrive.”

On the way back alone, Taeyeon felt that all the stress she had accumulated that day had disappeared and smiled.

‘Because it’s really strange.’

To Taeyeon, Yoona was like magic.

* * *

Monster Eater Online OBT a week ago.

Not only Nexple Plus, but all employees at Nexle Headquarters started accessing the client from time to time to play games.

Of course, it’s not just a play.

As a test collaboration, this was another important schedule being conducted at Taeyeon’s request and initiative.

The test carried out tasks by checking trends from time to time and receiving reports on issues. Since there are more than tens of thousands of Nexple employees, the test contents are often posted on game community sites or industry gossip bulletin boards.

Thinking that this was also a form of publicity and a user reaction, Taeyeon looked closely.

-The server is in good condition and the localization work is well done. It seems that Nexple Plus put a lot of care into it.

-I like the scenario translation the most. There are no common typos or inscriptions, and occasionally transcendence translations come into sight.

– No matter how much the game is already in service, how can there be so few issues? What’s funny is that the overseas servers are following the Korean Tesup patch. It seems that we are working together from time to time by sharing patch files.

– Optimization updates are also being carried out steadily once a day, and the Crying Soft team and the Plus team are working together.

-I like it all the time. I’m also a Nexple employee, but this is the first time I’ve run a proper service like this.

In particular, there are a lot of related articles on the ‘Game’ bulletin board of the reed forest app. Only reviews related to the Monster Eater online test or anticipation for OBT continued to come up.

Taeyeon shared this reaction with Satoshi Takizawa from time to time. Because I knew that the main producer and director would be more curious about the local reaction than anyone else.

It’s not a big deal, but it was really annoying to do it, but Takizawa Satoshi really liked it because Taeyeon talked about it steadily without any sign of it.

A week later, the open beta test finally took place.

* * *

“oh my god… … .”

The programmers who were looking at the current status of their neighbors could not keep their mouths shut.

A whopping 200,000 users logged on.

What is even more surprising is that Taeyeon predicted this and took adequate measures.

By maximizing the capabilities of Nexle, up to 300,000 concurrent users can access the game comfortably without queuing.

In Monster Eater Online, whose strength is raid content, providing a pleasant game environment without bugs is like life.

In order to secure enough paying users during official service, you need to do well during OBT.

So starting is important.

‘This is my first official career at Nexle. I must succeed.’

Taeyeon did not slow down her tension.

The highest coexistence rate on the second day was 220,000.

The number of users was steadily increasing without decreasing.

– There was no queue, no server down, no emergency maintenance. It’s not that there’s no lag, but it wasn’t enough to bother me.

-what? This is not like Nepple!

-Much better than overseas servers.

-Now, that patch is also following here. Some things are funny, but it feels good because it’s proof that I’m doing well. Let’s do it like this!

The scheduled OBT period is one month.

If this atmosphere continues, it will be possible to start formal service immediately without a break period.

CEO Kim Myeong-wook moved quickly.

The launch promotion plan was announced through a press conference, and OBT with Satoshi Takizawa and the local operation team and an internet relay broadcast to commemorate the launch were held. He showed off his ability to handle publicity and external schedules by wandering around without hesitation.

The result… … .

[Global MMORPG Monster Eater Online landed in Korea, exceeded 350,000 concurrent users!]

[Setting a new record for concurrent OBT games in Korea!]

[Record breaking is currently in progress. Show off the potential of world-class IP!]

It was so surprising that not only the Korean game industry but also numerous media and the public paid attention.

However, there was no time to celebrate with Taeyeon and the development team.

The fact that the number of concurrent users has increased is the same as saying that there is so much work to be done.

Moreover, all kinds of claims were pouring in.

Expectations and interest far exceeded expectations, and the current operation team alone could not handle it.

Regarding this, Taeyeon received support from veteran operators from the live headquarters and entrusted them with phone and e-mail work.

This was possible because Taeyeon had received promises of cooperation from the heads of the live headquarters even before OBT. It was effective to be prepared for unexpected situations.

Those in charge of planning, programming, and art devoted themselves to answering inquiries from the operation team.

Day 31 of OBT.

Finally, all testing schedules are over.

‘I can’t start right away. I should rest for a few days.’

The service period is 31 days, but if you add pre-work, the development and operation teams have been working all night for two months, concentrating on their work.

Most of all, it was a time when I needed a break.

That also applies to Taeyeon herself.

“From today until next week, let’s do nothing and rest!”

“Oohhh!”

“Finally, it’s time to rest!”

“If I had done more here, I would have died from overwork.”

Nexple Plus employees burst into cheers with dark faces.

* * *

The rest period given to Taeyeon is only one day.

It was unavoidable.

Monster Eater Online was the only game that the Nexle Plus employees were in charge of, but Taeyeon had three, and other tasks were also included.

‘Still, I can rest comfortably for a day.’

Taeyeon decided to spend the whole day with Yoona.

Early in the morning, the hands preparing meals at home are busy.

Spicy kimchi stew, steamed egg, grilled mackerel, etc.

He poured all of his cooking skills, which he had trained for over ten years.

When you have just finished cooking and are ventilating.

Ding-dong.

The doorbell rang.

‘It’s here!’

Taeyeon hurriedly ran and opened the door.

Skinny jeans, a white T-shirt,

Yoona, her long hair neatly rolled up to reveal her thin neckline, was smiling brightly.

“I just finished preparing breakfast. Come on.”

It was her first visit.

It was Yoona who had always practiced sports, especially gymnastics, where taking care of her body was her life, so news became a habit.

But this time, it seemed like they were determined to break the taboo. After finishing the meal, Taeyeon brought tea, which she often drinks, instead of coffee.

“I’m glad you ate well, but isn’t it too much? Did you overeat?”

“… … .”

The face looks a little, no, actually very uncomfortable.

It was overkill.

Taeyeon asked with a smile as she watched him carefully drink the cold tea.

“Would you like some cider?”

She shakes her head wildly.

“Why, because of the burp? I do not care.”

“I care.”

“I should have made a little food. I will have to refer to it in the future.”

After drinking tea, I took a light walk around the apartment complex. Since it was a weekday morning, there were no people, so I was able to spend a leisurely time.

For lunch, I filled it with a piece of cheesecake and a few macaroons that I had prepared in advance at home. And while having small conversations, we read a book together.

Taeyeon, who was immersed in it, said as she saw her eyes blinking cutely.

“If you’re sleepy, close your eyes.”

Yoona, who had been thinking for a while, tried to lie down, but Taeyeon hurriedly stopped her.

“Don’t do that, just sleep in my bed. Keep it clean and wash it often so there won’t be any unpleasant odors. Oh, and change some clothes. It’s uncomfortable in that state.”

And, as if he had waited, he came up with a simple training suit set. Yoona’s eyes lit up.

“This is what I advertise. Are you ready to give it to me?”

“You were supposed to stay at home all day today. So, I prepared a little bit yesterday. I also packed toiletries and frequently used cosmetics.”

“The preparations are thorough.”

“That way, I can also be a producer. Change and come out.”

After a while, Taeyeon admired Yoona who appeared in a changed outfit.

“Awesome. I looked at the advertisement picture and thought that it must have been corrected to some extent… … .”

Embarrassed, she quickly went into the washroom. Taeyeon smiled and played calm music and continued reading.

The free time continued.

* * *

I didn’t do anything in particular, and I spent most of my time at home, but it was a time to experience what true ‘rest’ was like.

Early in the morning, Taeyeon took Yoona to her house by car and went to work.

It felt good to fly.

It was a refreshing and perfect day.