Super Tycoon

John Camack, the founder of ID Engine, is also the largest shareholder. In fact, it is the largest shareholder, and he does not hold much more shares than others.

Last year, the company relied on the Destruction Warrior series, and its profits reached a staggering 15 million US dollars, while their company only had 13 people.

Some people say that everyone in their company is a millionaire, and they are also dubbed as a millionaire company by the industry.

This time John came to New York to discuss a shareholding agreement. The conditions offered by the other party were very attractive. After thirteen of them met, they thought they could come and talk.

When he arrived, John sorted out his suit, picked up his briefcase, and pressed the elevator button.

"Hello, this is John, the general manager of ID Engine Company. Mr. Zhang from China asked me to meet."

"this way please."

In the reception room, John saw a young man. Was this man too young? It is rumored that there are several families in control in the East. This is certainly the heir of a large family. Otherwise, how can such a high price be offered for being so young?

"Can I call you John? I am Zhang, and I want to own your company."

"Mr. Zhang, IMHO, our company is developing very well now. Last year's net profit exceeded US$15 million, and each of us is a millionaire. I don't know what you can bring to us after your shareholding?"

"I can make your team grow, give you a few game ideas that can be popular, and each of you can make more money."

"As a developer, in fact, between the ages of twenty and thirty-five is a golden period, or even more specifically, it can be said that it is between twenty-six and thirty."

"Too young, inexperienced, and inadequate technology. Too old, energy will not keep up, and thinking will be limited. Just like your company, do you want to eat the old version of the Destruction Warrior, how long can you eat? "

Hearing Zhang Yang’s words, John was a little unhappy: “We are not just this game, but another Quake will be launched soon. In the second half of the year, this game will definitely bring huge profits to the company. "

Zhang Yang shook his head: "You are doing computer games, but how many computers do you have at this time in the world? Computers from the DOS operating system to the now more mainstream WIN95 system, the operation is becoming simpler and easier, I want to be a computer There must be more and more people in the game. Will your games continue to be popular?"

"Have you ever considered doing online games and games that are more popular with players and can be popular all over the world?"

John frowned: "What does that have to do with your company?"

"My company, a gaming machine manufacturer, Zhiduoxing, you have heard of this brand. Our next-generation gaming machine will be networked and more people will be able to play a game online."

"And our game console sales are also growing rapidly, which can make your game sales better. We are the first to launch the vibration handle, playing shooting games, and the experience is excellent."

"After I became a shareholder, your company's games can be sold to more countries and regions and can be noticed by more players."

"And your age is getting bigger and bigger, and your development ability is gradually declining. Have you not considered the future?"

John was somewhat dissatisfied: "Who said that we have not considered the future? Our company’s game engine is very popular. Several companies have contacted us and want to buy our game engine, develop new games, and even some have already planned Available now."

"So, how many companies do they give you? How many games companies are emerging every year now? Those people are younger and know more about what young people like to play. How do you compete?"

"Do you want your company to only go downhill in the future, or do you want to continue to flourish? Although you will leave the technical position in the future, you can go to the management position and bring your own team."

"As far as I know, some people have come to your company to dig people, and the conditions for their opening are not low. Once they leave, your company will immediately fall into a situation where no one is available."

Zhang Yang didn't just talk about it. After half life of the former Villefort company, he digged away some of the backbones of the ID engine company. They jointly developed the counter-strike elite, which established Villefort's status in one fell swoop.

In the not-too-distant future, Villefort was acquired by Passive Vision and eventually merged into Activision Blizzard. Even the company's name could not be retained, but it became a project team with a low status.

At that time, some of the original members left their jobs and changed jobs, and some changed jobs to other companies, while others were still just ordinary developers.

John has to admit that what Zhang Yang said is indeed very likely to happen. Some companies have already contacted people in their companies, and he knows it. But he really didn't want his company to become someone else.

"Mr. Zhang, how many shares and rights do you hope to obtain?"

"Your company’s core assets are actually a few. First, your game engine, this one can be substituted. Second, your company’s game copyright, this is good. Third, your developers, this is actually not counted The value of your company, because of your contract, has no binding effect, others can switch jobs at any time, without paying any liquidated damages, and no competition agreement."

"Don't look at your profit of 15 million US dollars last year, but this year? Is it a plunge? Will those accustomed to making money be willing to accept that they suddenly don't make money?"

"I can estimate based on your average revenue for the last three years~www.readwn.com~ So I paid $10 million and held 51% of the shares."

"Too low, this is impossible. There is another company that is also discussing a merger with us. It is a merger, not an acquisition. We are not without other options. I can't agree with Mr. Zhang's terms, and no one else will agree. "

Zhang Yang looked at John playfully: "Are you sure others won't agree?"

John's face changed: "What do you mean? Someone has promised you? How can you do this!"

"We have an old saying in China. Water flows toward the lower places and people move towards the higher places. They think better. Is this wrong? And you only have 13 people. Every time you develop a game, everyone has to go together. Once it fails, you will have no income for a long time."

"Also, there are actually many companies that I plan to acquire. I don't have to buy shares in your company. And I have given you enough respect. Ten million dollars, I can create a company much bigger than you!"

"Whether you agree, you decide."