You promised it would be a free game, but now your screen is full of in-app purchase prompts?

Because of a single comment, a topic suddenly and inexplicably arose in the live stream.

However, on the other hand, being able to spend 5,000 yuan on in-game purchases is already quite impressive among ordinary gamers.

Moreover, if you invest five thousand yuan, you're sure to have a lot of fun.

It surpasses the existence of at least 80% of players.

Of course, there's a huge gap compared to game streamers of Bao Ge's caliber.

Coincidentally, Bao Ge saw this comment and even kindly replied to it:

"How do I spend 5,000 yuan on in-game purchases?"

"To be honest, five thousand yuan is enough to have a lot of fun."

"If you want to consider cost-effectiveness, buy a three-month monthly pass first, and then add a quarterly pass and so on."

"The limited-time gift packs that pop up next also have big discounts, so you can grab them all."

"There's also a launch gift pack; for 188, you can get 288 packs of Golden Kora, plus a lot of other items. It's a great deal, and if you're going to spend money, I highly recommend buying it!"

"As for those plant-themed skins, unless you're a big spender, I suggest you don't buy them."

"This thing is just for show; it's for rich players to flaunt their wealth. I don't recommend investing money in it."

"After the server opens, Brother Bao will test the odds of the lottery system for everyone. Hopefully, it won't be too unfair..."

Actually, the lottery system isn't anything new in the existing games of this world.

It also existed in older buy-to-play games.

However, it's the kind of gameplay where you collect materials to draw prizes in a game, which is different from the pay-to-win lottery system in Plants vs. Zombies produced by Fengyun Games.

"Alright, guys, the server will open in about half an hour."

"If you downloaded the game before, remember to update it. Only those who downloaded it yesterday or today have the latest version and don't need to update."

"Don't miss the first wave of entry into the area and fall behind in the game progress."

"By the way! Brother Bao has prepared 500 launch gift packs worth 188 each for everyone today."

"During today's live stream, I will be giving away prizes at random times. You can win them by drawing lucky bags later."

"Participating in the lucky draw is very simple; just give Brother Bao a free follow, and you can join."

When Bao Ge announced that he would be giving away 500 sets of launch gift packs during today's live stream, the live stream chat went wild.

Keep in mind that a single launch gift pack costs 188 yuan, and 500 of them would amount to nearly 100,000 yuan.

No wonder he's a top streamer with millions of followers; he's certainly got deep pockets.

Moreover, the practice of giving away game gift packs through live stream raffles has never been seen before.

Or rather, in-game purchase bundles have never appeared before.

Therefore, this thing is extremely stimulating for fans.

On the other hand, although there are 500 launch gift packs, winning one is definitely not that easy.

After all, there are already more than 50,000 people in the live stream right now.

After the game launches, there will be even more viewers in Bao Ge's live stream.

It might even exceed 100,000 people!

Holy crap! They're loaded! 500 launch gift packs, that's almost 100,000 yuan worth, just giving them away like that?!

[Brother Bao, if I don't want this gift pack, can I just take cash?]

[They're already being kind by giving you a gift, and you want cash? Are you dreaming?]

Some people are never satisfied and still want to cash in.

[I suspect this is a promotional task given to a top streamer by the game company. Actually, Bao Ge (the streamer) doesn't need to pay for these gift packs; it's probably authorized by Fengyun Games to attract more players.]

I also think that's possible; after all, 100,000 yuan is no small sum.

……

In the live stream, shortly after Bao Ge announced that he would be giving away gift packs today, a strange rumor began to circulate.

Bao Ge noticed these comments immediately, and his expression instantly turned serious.

Clearly, such remarks are detrimental to both him and Fengyun Games, constituting negative comments.

It could potentially damage the reputations of both of them.

Before this, Brother Bao had not thought of this.

These guys have such vivid imaginations; they actually came up with these kinds of things.

After organizing his thoughts, Bao Ge quickly put on a serious expression and began to explain:

"First of all, brothers, these 500 launch gift packs are all personally funded by me and given to you out of my own pocket. Every penny is real money I recharged."

"This was definitely not a task given by Fengyun Games. I haven't received a single penny from Fengyun Games this time. This is entirely a benefit I'm giving back to my fans. Please don't overthink it."

This guy speaks quite eloquently.

"We didn't receive any money this time." As for whether we received money during the previous closed beta test, that's none of your business.

"Secondly, if any of you don't want the gift pack and prefer cash instead, I can give you cash directly! No problem."

"When the time comes, the lucky fans can simply contact our staff to discuss what they want."

"Don't talk nonsense. We've all signed contracts with Mr. Chen from Fengyun Games. If you spread rumors and stir up trouble, Mr. Chen might sue me..."

Towards the end, Brother Bao even cracked a little joke with a playful expression.

He was telling the truth about their top streamer signing a live streaming contract with Fengyun Games.

After signing the contract, they become official partner streamers of the game company, with many privileges, the ability to experience versions early, and many benefits to receive in the future.

Furthermore, if fans download the game through the promotional link displayed in his live stream and make in-game purchases, he can even receive a commission.

Of course, there are requirements for official partner streamers of this level.

You need at least several hundred thousand fans, and you need to specialize in game live streaming to get this kind of contract.

For streamers of Bao Ge's caliber, the signing level is basically the highest.

As for his claim that he was stirring up trouble and that Chen Feng was going to sue him, that's pure nonsense.

As long as he doesn't maliciously damage the reputation of Fengyun Games or disrupt the gaming environment, game companies generally can't control him.

After all, there have been instances of streamers signing contracts with game companies before, so it's not anything new.

As far as Bao Ge knows, there are at least twenty streamers who have signed contracts with Fengyun Games, such as top game streamers like Piao Laoshi, Qiezi, and Ma Laoshi.

Before this, Fengyun Games was just a small game company with assets estimated to be no more than 20 million.

However, with the popularity of Plants vs. Zombies, it's clear to anyone with eyes that this wave is about to rise.

Moreover, many in the industry have noticed that many established game developers have begun to imitate the free-to-play model of games like Fengyun Games.

Some quick-thinking and powerful game companies have even started developing their own free-to-play games...

[Brother Bao, don't pay attention to those haters, they're just idiots.]

So what if Fengyun Games granted him the privileges? The fact that my Monkey King was able to get promotion from Fengyun Games is enough to prove his status in the game streaming field; it's a symbol of his strength.

[I also think it's unlikely to be a promotional perk from the game's developer, Fengyun. Given the current popularity of Plants vs. Zombies, there's no need for them to do something like this. In fact, if they were discovered, it would have a negative impact. Would CEO Chen be out of his mind to do something like this?]

[Don't stir up trouble! A gift worth 100,000 yuan is nothing to Bao Ge; he can afford it. There's no need for such fuss.]

……

After Bao Ge's explanation, the public opinion in the live stream began to reverse.

Seeing this, Brother Bao finally breathed a sigh of relief.

After checking the time, Bao Ge realized there were still twenty minutes until the server opened, so he immediately moved a gaming chair out from the side.

Then, amidst the puzzled gazes of tens of thousands of fans, he pushed the gaming chair he was sitting on out of the room and replaced it with the new chair.

"Cough cough..."

"Guys! Today I'm recommending a gaming chair!"

"This is the Aofeng gaming chair I'm sitting in right now! It perfectly conforms to your body and is made with perfect ergonomics..."

"Here comes the most important part! Aofeng gaming chairs are having a promotion right now!"

"Originally priced at 329! Now only 328..."

"Um?"

Bao Ge, who had been all smiles and nodding his head, was completely stunned after reading this.

After a long while, Bao Ge seemed to realize something, forced a smile, and then gave a thumbs up:

"It's truly a good product! And it's only one dollar cheaper!"

This scene made the fans in the live stream laugh so hard they had snot bubbles coming out of their noses.

[Hahahaha, holy crap!]

This is hilarious...

[As expected of a veteran streamer! His reactions are incredibly fast!]

[Wow! That's amazing! They managed to cover this up; that's truly incredible!]

To be honest, this company isn't very sincere! They got my brother Bao to be their spokesperson, but only offered a one-yuan discount. Isn't that just messing with people's mentality?

[A discount of only one dollar? You might as well not do it at all!]

[Sorry everyone, I'm the official representative from Aofeng. The cost of our Aofeng gaming chairs is indeed quite high, and the selling price is already very low. Lowering it further would result in a loss.]

We promise that the price of 328 is absolutely excellent value for money. If you are not satisfied with the seat after purchasing it, we support a no-questions-asked return policy!

[System Notification: Aofeng Gaming Chair has sent 1 Super Rockets]

……

At first, the fans in the live stream were all complaining about the fact that the product they were endorsing was only one yuan cheaper.

Even Bao Ge's face darkened at this moment, feeling as if he had been tricked.

Is his face only worth a dollar when I accept an advertisement? Isn't this just playing with him?

After the official representatives from Aofeng came out to explain and sent a super rocket, Bao Ge's expression improved somewhat.

Thinking that he had already received money, he quickly changed his attitude:

"Thanks to my boss, Aofeng, for sending me a super rocket!"

"Wow! The Aofeng gaming chair is so comfortable, so easy to sit in! It's so comfortable! It's incredibly comfortable!"

"Huh? How come it only had one super fire? And that's it?"