Super Tycoon

John Carmichael, the founder of ID Engine Company, is also the largest shareholder. In fact, it is said to be the largest shareholder, and the shares he holds are not much more than others.

Last year, relying on the Doom series, the company's profit reached an astonishing fifteen million US dollars, and their company only had thirteen people.

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

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

When he arrived at the place, John straightened his suit, carried his briefcase, and pressed the elevator button.

"Hello, I'm John, the general manager of ID Engine Company. Mr. Zhang from Huaxia invited me to meet."

"this way please."

In the reception room, John saw a young man. Isn't this man too young? Rumor has it that there are several families controlling the eastern side. This must be the heir of a big family. Otherwise, how could such a high price be offered at such a young age?

"Can I call you John? I'm Zhang, and I want to take a stake in your company."

"Mr. Zhang, with all due respect, our company is developing very well now. Last year, the net profit exceeded 15 million US dollars, and each of us is a millionaire. I wonder what you can bring to us after you become a shareholder?"

"I can make your team grow, give you a few game ideas that can go viral, and make each of you earn more."

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

"Too young, inexperienced, and lacking in technology. If you are too old, your energy will not be able to keep up, and your thinking will be limited. Just like your company, do you want to keep relying on Doom's legacy? How long can it last? "

Hearing Zhang Yang's words, John was a little unhappy: "We are not only this game, but another Quake game will be launched soon, and in the second half of the year, this game will definitely bring a lot of profits to the company. "

Zhang Yang shook his head: "You all make computer games, but how many computers are there in the world at this time? Computers have changed from the DOS operating system to the more mainstream WIN95 system. The operation is getting easier and easier. If you want to be a computer There must be more and more people playing games, will your games continue to be popular?"

"Have you ever considered,

Making online games, making 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 is a game console manufacturer, Zhiduoxing, you have heard of this brand. Our next-generation game console will be able to connect to the Internet, and by then, more people will be able to play a game online."

"And the sales of our game consoles are also growing rapidly, which can make your game sales better. Our first launch of the vibration handle, playing shooting games, has an excellent experience."

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

"Besides, you are getting older and your development capabilities are gradually declining. Haven't you considered the future?"

John was a little unconvinced: "Who said we haven't thought about the future? Our company's game engine is very popular, and several companies have contacted us, wanting to buy our game engine, develop new games, and some even plan to It's out."

"So how many companies are there, and how much money did they give you? Nowadays, there are many new game companies emerging every year. Those people are younger and know what young people like to play. How do you compete?"

"Do you want your company to go downhill in the future, or do you want to continue to thrive? Although you will leave technical positions in the future, you can go to management positions and lead your own team."

"As far as I know, some people have come to your company to recruit people, and the conditions they offer 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 casually. After Valve developed Half-Life in his previous life, he poached several backbones of ID Engine Company. They jointly developed Counter-Strike, which established the status of Valve in one fell swoop.

In the not-too-distant future, Villefort was acquired by Activision, and eventually merged into Activision Blizzard. It didn't even retain the company's name, but became a project team with a very low status.

At that time, some of the original members left and changed careers, some moved to other companies, and some were still just ordinary developers.

John had to admit that what Zhang Yang said was indeed very likely to happen. Some companies have already contacted people from their companies, and he knows all of them. But he really didn't want his company to be decided by others.

"Mr. Zhang, how many shares and rights do you want to acquire?"

"Your company's core assets are actually just a few items. First, your game engine, which is replaceable. Second, your company's game copyright, which is good. Third, your developers, this is actually not The value of your company, because of your contract, has no binding effect, others can change jobs at any time, without paying liquidated damages, and there is no non-compete agreement."

"Don't look at your profit of 15 million U.S. dollars last year, but what about this year? Did it plummet? People who are used to making money are willing to accept not making money suddenly?"

"I can make a valuation based on your average revenue in the last three years, so I will pay 10 million US dollars and hold 51% of the shares."

"Too low, it's impossible. There is another company that is also discussing merging with us. It's a merger, not an acquisition. We don't have other options. I can't agree to Mr. Zhang's conditions, and neither can anyone else. "

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

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

"There is an old saying in China that water flows to low places, and people go to high places. They thought better, is this wrong? And there are only thirteen of you, every time you develop a game, everyone has to go together, Once you fail, 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 also give you enough respect. With 10 million US dollars, I can create a company that is much bigger than yours!"

"Whether you agree or not is up to you to decide."