Chapter 27 The Game Copyright Dispute
Duke was depressed for a while and remembered that the work at hand had not been completed, so he put aside this matter and began to coordinate Kerry to implant the advertising platform into the sala input method. The original version of the advertising module interface was already reserved. Kerry soon completed the official version of the PC version of Sala1.0 with advertisements. Duke copied the completed program into the U disk and prepared to bring it to the company tomorrow and released it.
After doing all this, Duke felt very energetic. Obviously, he was still in the validity period of the latte, so he simply began to study the development framework based on Android. In the afternoon, Kerry had completed the porting of the Android version based on Android 2.3 under the downloaded information.
Because the ndk of Android 2.3 version directly supports C/C++ development, Kerry only needs to modify the system call related parts of the original application, such as the underlying voice capture module, and directly modify it based on the original program. Speaking of API calls, it is too simple for Kerry, a super computer. As long as you download the API description file and enter it, there will be nothing Duke has to do.
However, the ported version completed by Kerry is not very compatible, and it cannot run for the previous version of Android 2.3, and has not been simulated and tested for the subsequent versions. Although this is enough for the tasks explained by Cai Siqiang, it is enough to be able to run on the phone to illustrate the problem, leaving Jindi technicians with nothing to say.
But Duke couldn't sleep at this moment. Thinking that he was idle, he calmed down and began to study how to do it perfectly. With rules, Kerry could do it very perfectly, but for this open thinking activity, the human brain was better than the computer.
Duke downloaded the information, and Kerry's search was extremely convenient. He quickly found a new solution to compatibility: transform the original C++ program of the sala input method and compile the core algorithm into the so dynamic library of Android, so that later applications can use the JN method to make ja-va calls. This method can perfectly solve the compatibility problems of old versions such as android1.5, android1.6.
More importantly, the program source code generated by Kerry has almost no readability, and everything is generated according to efficiency. Without Kerry, even Duke would not understand it. This thing is very unfavorable for subsequent collaborative development and makes Duke unable to escape. However, once the core algorithm is compiled into a so dynamic library, Duke can feel at ease to take the job off and deliver the upper-level application development to others for development. Duke only needs to ensure that the core algorithm dynamic library is updated.
By the way, there is also a benefit of keeping confidentiality. Duke does not need to open core source code to enable upper-level application developers to accomplish everything they want and lay a solid foundation for limited cooperation with other companies in the future. After all, this revolutionary achievement is still more safe to be completely in your own hands.
When Duke commanded Kerry to implement the new plan, transform and compile the so dynamic library, build a new development environment, and re-implement the sala input method under the new architecture, the effect of the latte gradually disappeared. Duke, who used his brain too much, slept until ten o'clock the next day before he woke up satisfied from his dream.
Duke took the phone and glanced at it. He was shocked. It turned out that there were dozens of missed calls on the phone. In order to have enough sleep, Duke habitually turned the phone into a silent mode before going to bed at night, so Duke was completely unconscious when these calls came in.
Duke looked through these missed calls. Cai Siqiang called one after 8 o'clock in the morning. It seemed that nothing big, otherwise with his personality, he would definitely be able to knock Duke's phone out; the others were all played by Qin Chu and Hellfire Editor. The two of them seemed to be crazy from 8 o'clock, and they called one almost every few minutes after 8 o'clock.
Duke called Cai Siqiang first. As expected, nothing happened. He just asked about the progress of the transplant. Because Jindi called, Jindi boss will come to discuss cooperation next Tuesday. Cai Siqiang hopes that Duke can release a demo version before this time point. When he heard about this, Duke immediately patted his chest and said that there was no problem, and he would definitely come up with a demo version.
Then he reported that the official version with the advertisement had been completed. Considering that he got up too late today, Duke sent the version through the computer. He washed up and found something to eat before he started to reply to the phone call between Qin Chu and Hellfire.
The gentleman talked with Qin Chu. Director Qin said in a very tactful way that he asked the senior management for instructions, but the senior management said that it was difficult to accept the proposal of sharing the share and asked to buy it directly. Regarding this result, Duke said very depressedly that he hung up the phone after considering it. Then he spoke with the editor of Hellfire, and agreed to share the share, but proposed a ratio of three to five percent, which made Duke feel so depressed that he wanted to go wild again. Duke couldn't help feeling a little nervous about this share ratio that was far lower than expected.
"What, three to five percent, hot, is this your sincerity?" Duke almost yelled at the phone with a pale face. To be honest, Duke is a bit unfair to Hellfire Editor. According to the current market, this ratio is actually not too low. After all, there are too many links in the gaming industry.
Although the gross profit of a single successful game is very amazing, not only game companies operate successful games, but also many of them have been wasted, especially after fierce competition in recent years, fewer successes and more failures. With an average of the average, the gross profit of the entire game company is not too high. In fact, in addition to the top-ranking profits in the game industry, many small and medium-sized game companies have actually operated quite poorly.
"Duke, in fact, this ratio is already quite large. If it is operated well, the gross income of this game should not be a big problem. If it is calculated, it will be a revenue of three to five million yuan. Last year, the highest online game adaptation rights seemed to be signed for three million yuan." Hellfire heard Duke's resentment and couldn't help explain carefully.
"Actually, you might as well sell it. In this way, all the risks are transferred to the game company. You can also put them into the pocket. According to the current trend, it is very likely to sign a three million." Hellfire did Duke's work again. Because according to his and editor-in-chief's estimates, this popular novel is adapted into a game. If it is operated properly, it is very likely to be one of the top ten games next year. Of course, the company's investment in this must be large enough. As long as the game production level is guaranteed, it is highly likely to become the top ten.
Once you can enter the top ten games, the income of over 100 million yuan is not a problem, even the gross income of 300 million yuan is not unimaginable. The only thing Hellfire and the editor-in-chief are worried about is that the company's funds are limited and it is impossible to guarantee that enough resources can be invested to develop this work. In addition, the development team is only a second-rate level in the industry, so the investment is not enough, and the production level of this drama is indeed a big problem. In this way, no matter how good the plot is, it is useless.
Therefore, Hellfire advised Duke to directly sell the copyright of the game to get cash, which is also a kind of good intention to avoid risks. After all, this price is also the top level in the current online literature industry. If Santa Company had not been strongly disrupted and the company was eager to obtain the copyright, it would be difficult for such a high price.
"Three million, can I understand that this is your highest offer now?" Duke asked after hearing Hellfire say this. "Oh, this price is still my estimate. I still need to talk to the boss of the company."
When Hellfire heard this, I felt something was wrong. Why did the valuation I said casually became the highest quotation for the company? No, I have to clarify it, so I quickly added.
In fact, Hellfire is unsure about the specific price of the company's purchase. Although the boss gave him the copyright, the bottom line has not been clearly stated. This price is indeed only estimated by him based on top transactions in recent years.
"Then when can you give an exact number?" Duke continued to ask, not planning to leave much buffer time for Hellfire editors. Although the price quoted by Hellfire is a huge income for Duke, after all, the electronic publishing rights were only sold for 1.5 million. Now there is hope that the copyright of this game will be negotiated for 3 million. According to the share agreement of 46, Duke can get 1.8 million.
For a writer, there is nothing better than this. If it weren't for meeting Qin Chu yesterday, Duke might have agreed immediately, but now Duke's heart was burned by Qin Chu to a fantasy fire of Chinese version of the monster. The copyright of this game is not just a matter of money. Duke really wants to cooperate with a very powerful game company to make it an epic work. If you want to do this, Duke must first solve the problem of priority use rights of the same company.
"This" Hellfire was stunned, "I'll report to the company boss first and then reply to you, okay?" Unconsciously, Hellfire was completely in a weak position. When a newcomer could ride on the editor's head, Hellfire thought of this problem after hanging up the phone. Hellfire thought of this problem. He was very angry and grabbed a bottle of Sprite, took a big sip. When the carbon dioxide was angry and disappeared into his mouth, Hellfire reorganized his emotions, stepped into the editor-in-chief's room, and began to report and request face-to-face.
The editor-in-chief listened carefully to Hellfire's report, pondered for a while, then frowned and sneered, "Does this young man want to buy back the copyright of this game so that he can sell it at a high price?" This sentence seemed to ask Hellfire and also to himself. Hellfire did not understand the boss's intentions for a while, so he had to pretend to be stunned.
"When did the newcomer become so powerful, three million! Not much more, tell the arrogant boy that this price is our highest price." The editor-in-chief thought for a while, gritted his teeth and made a decision.
The price is indeed a bit high. The company boss still has to put some effort into persuading him, but the situation is urgent. This novel is already complete and the quality is indeed the best in recent years. After a while, the number of serials increases, this subscription, clicks and other clicks will definitely reach a higher level. At that time, there will be more wolves. At that time, it will not be a sanctuary that will disrupt the situation. Hearing the boss quoted the number of three million, Hellfire suddenly rose and fell into trouble and finally returned to normal. It should be a chance to talk to Duke at this price.
"Duke, three million, our boss said that according to the highest price transaction in online literature, the copyright is purchased by our parent company. Duke, this is great news. I have been fighting for you for a long time from the boss. Should you treat me?" Hellfire called Duke with a little joy. Of course, his commission in this transaction order is also very considerable.
Therefore, it can be considered a win-win situation. If there is no win-win situation, the company's mission has been opened and completed perfectly.
"Then we settle the bill for three million, I will pay your company's 41.2 million to get the game adaptation rights back." Duke's light words exploded in Hellfire's ears like thunder. Duke really dared to think about Duke's statement for a moment. Hellfire was speechless for a moment, and the happy Yangtian mood was suddenly extinguished by this downpour of rain.
"Duke, are you sure you do this?" Hellfire asked in a low voice. "No problem, we can sign a contract now." Duke said in a stern manner. He was determined to take back the copyright of the game.
Because Duke suddenly thought that instead of letting others develop this game, it would be better to do it yourself. Whether it is the understanding of this story or the materials that can be referenced, it is easier to create a classic work by himself. Although he has never learned to develop games before, he has played it very little while studying in the lab. Almost all the classic games at that time have been played.
However, Duke has not played rpg that is completely directed through voice. Yes, Duke has thought of applying his voice recognition technology to this game, so that the biggest selling point of this game appears. The unique function of full-process voice command should be the favorite of many otaku.
Besides, there are many highlights worth creating in this plot. As for technical issues, just kidding, with Kerry, who else in this world can have better skills than him?
Duke's insistence finally negotiated a repurchase of the game copyright with the company within the next two days, and it happened to settle the electronic publishing copyright fees. Duke also saved a lot of taxes. Yes, although this seems to be wandering in a legal and illegal gray area, people live. For both parties, before the fees are paid, the two parties re-arranged the details of copyright transactions and easily handled the matter properly. Even if the tax bureau comes to check the accounts, there is no problem. Who stipulates that the contract cannot be changed?
In this way, Duke gave up the 1.2 million electronic copyright fee he received, but got the complete game copyright back.
Chapter completed!