Speaking of classic online games, which one comes to your mind first? I find that every time this topic is discussed, NetEase's " Fantasy Westward Journey " and "Westward Journey" series cannot escape the focus.
Even passers-by who have never played them have heard of it. Fantasy’s equipment retains its value and its economic system is a model. To this day, you can still see posts and messages on major social platforms asking how to fall into the scam. And those big guys who have been sticking to the big talk will tell you that the game is still very popular, and you still have to queue up when the event starts.
More importantly, it is true that most of the people who are still playing Fantasy are old players and die-hard fans, but this does not mean that the game content has stopped moving forward.
Take "Westward Journey 2" as an example. This 202-year-old online game is upgraded and iterated almost every year, adding a lot of new gameplay. In 2014, "Westward Journey 2 Free Edition" was also launched, which is similar to "Westward Journey 2". Classic Edition" operates in parallel, integrating classic turn-based gameplay and a new free mode to meet the needs of users in different situations.
Recently, it coincides with the 20th anniversary of "Westward Journey 2". The official launched the large-scale expansion packs "Supernatural Powers" and "Qi Kai De Sheng" (corresponding to the classic version and the free version respectively), which contain several new chapters and a new system. From gameplay to new maps and new plots, everything is available in large quantities. It is not like the usual toothpaste-squeezing updates of old games.
In addition, I noticed that the 20th anniversary expansion packs released by the classic version and the free version each have a "Real and Fake Monkey King" chapter. Is the big talk finally going to be amplified? As we all know, the real and fake Monkey King is a classic part of "Journey to the West". The battle between Sun Wukong and the six-eared macaque has left excellent material for later creations, adaptations, and even conspiracy theories. Regarding this plot prototype, "Westward Journey 2" also gave its own interpretation.
The plot trailer opens with Tathagata’s words, “You are all of one mind, let’s watch the two hearts competing.” Sun Wukong and the uninvited guest Liu Er are involved in a fierce battle. During the fight, Sun Wukong discovers that the move that hits the Liu Er can also injure. I, along with a burst of dizziness, past experiences flashed through my mind like a marquee.
He realized that behind a series of choices such as leaving Huaguo Mountain, modifying the book of life and death, and becoming sworn brothers, there was another voice instigating him. Unlike his character who valued love and righteousness, this voice pointed to a carefree life. Not caring about responsibilities and commitments at all - this is the other side of Liu Er, the Monkey King. After Sun Wukong notices, this battle of "one body and two hearts" will continue...
This "True and False Monkey King" animation comes from the "23 Titles·Title Plot" in the new expansion pack. Players who meet certain conditions You can automatically receive tasks. The new 23 titles·title plot has all the lines of dubbing and full sound effects; another highlight of the "True and False Monkey King" chapter is the new copy "Monkey State of Mind", where players have the opportunity to personally experience the legendary story. , explore the causes of the conflict between the two hearts of the Monkey King, and experience the choice between friendship and freedom.
Perhaps in order to make players feel more involved, new maps such as Huaguo Mountain and Water Curtain Cave have also been added to the game. The scenes will change over time day and night . At night, the waterfalls of Huaguo Mountain will irrigate the water. Water Curtain Cave forms a beautiful mirror lake. The five newly added summoned beasts in the
expansion pack (two in the free version) are also closely related to the main plot. They are all important characters who once followed the Monkey King and had a deep bond with them. They are scattered among the sign-in bonus copies. , waiting for players to collect.
It is worth mentioning that the other two chapters of the classic expansion pack "Supernatural Powers", "Qiongqi Mirror World" and "Supernatural Powers", also have rich content.
"Qiongqi Mirror Realm" is about the phenomenon in the mirror appearing in various places, which is invading the three realms and causing trouble to the world. An upside-down spectacle appears in the sky above Chang'an City. In order to resolve the crisis, the knights of the five races need to complete the tasks of each race. , gather their strength to defeat the Inversion Mirror.Players can increase their clan's reputation level through fame gameplay and unlock more plots and rewards. The Endless Book system that was launched subsequently provides special tasks, allowing players to redraw the cause and effect, and discover in the process of repairing the Endless Book. More surprises.
"Shentongtian Strategy" is a systematic innovation based on Yuantian Strategy. Under the new structure, after the Shen Tong Tian strategy is activated, two systems of magical powers can be practiced at the same time. The adjustment to the Shen Yuan mechanism increases the variability of tactics, and the anger rules are optimized and adjusted. The official has also thoughtfully launched a simulated point-adding experience, so you might as well try it before actual operation.
"Westward Journey 2 Free Edition" is not idle either. The title of the expansion film "Riding the Saint" corresponds to the addition of the riding combat system. Players can unlock riding combat skills by collecting and strengthening guardians in the game. Although the overall appearance growth is greater than the actual combat power growth, summoning the battle flag can also gain combat power bonuses. It is a new system that is both cool and practical.
Of course, for veteran players, what they may be most concerned about is the 20th Anniversary Gilded Treasure Mirror’s summoned beast, the Heart Monkey, which is finally here.
The background story of Heart Monkey is also very interesting. Taking over the plot of the real and fake Monkey King, Heart Monkey was born from the stone heart in the statue of Monkey King. On the road to "becoming a saint", he will become a man who values love and justice. Is Wukong still the unrestrained Liu Er, or is there a more exciting path waiting for him? Players who own the Heart Monkey can get inner answers through its story.
Generally speaking, as a game that has been in operation for 20 years, it is very rare to have an expansion pack update of the level of "Supernatural Power" and "Qi Kai De Sheng", so it is not difficult to understand that even in the dazzling array of games Today, "Westward Journey 2" is still very popular and even attracts more new players to join the game.
Perhaps for those old players, "Westward Journey 2" is no longer just a simple game, but an old friend who writes another legend with them. It is as valuable as the Monkey King who still continues to play after the 1981 disaster. The perseverance and courage shown in his eyes.
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