AppStore

Max walked up to his computer, holding the game core in his hand, his mind buzzing with excitement and a bit of nervousness. Logging into the app store website, he navigated to the school game creation section. Rows of thumbnails displayed various student-made projects, each trying to stand out but failing to impress him.

He clicked on the first game out of curiosity. The screen displayed a poorly rendered gun, its rough textures painfully obvious, firing at blocky, robotic targets that moved in predictable patterns. The description read: "A thrilling shooting game! Targets move faster as you progress!"

Max sighed, leaning back in his chair. "This is what happens when there are so few creators in this field. Kids are trying their best, but solo efforts only get you so far. Adults? They don't even bother. Large projects take too much time—concept design, map creation, character modeling, weapon balancing—it's overwhelming for anyone working alone."

He glanced at the screen again, a small smirk playing on his lips. "A-rank and S-rank adventurers only focus on making training simulations for guilds, tailored to their specific needs. Sure, they're useful for powerhouses, but there's zero innovation for big, public games."

Closing the game preview, he cracked his knuckles. "Let's see how they react to my game."

Max placed the game core onto a sleek, metallic platform that resembled a wireless charger. The moment it made contact, the core began to hover, its faint glow illuminating the dark room. His computer chimed, signaling the connection, and a new interface appeared on the screen.

Clicking the "Upload Game" button, a detailed form popped up. Max filled it out meticulously:

Game Name: PUBG - Player Unknown's Battleground

Genre: Tactical Shooter

Screenshots and Trailer: He uploaded crisp, high-resolution images of Erangel's sprawling map, the iconic spawn island, and various weapons. The trailer showcased intense firefights, tactical gameplay, and the thrill of the shrinking safe zone.

Description: A strategic battle royale game set on an expansive map. Players must scavenge for weapons, gear, and vehicles, outsmarting their opponents to be the last one standing.

Once everything was in place, Max clicked "Upload" and watched as the progress bar inched forward. When the upload completed, he leaned back with a grin. "Now, all I have to do is wait and see. Well, that's what amateurs do. I'll take a more proactive approach."

Max grabbed his phone and dialed his cousin, Sera. The phone rang twice before her ringtone started:

I want you to love me

Like I'm a hot ride (Uh, yeah)

So, boy, forget about the world

'Cause it's gon' be me and you tonight

Max chuckled at the familiar tune, tapping his foot to the beat. A few seconds later, Sera picked up. "Max? What's up? I'm in the middle of my stream."

"Hey, Sera. I need your help," he said, trying to sound casual.

She laughed softly. "And what does my adorable little cousin need this time?"

"I just uploaded my game to the app store. I want you to play it," Max explained, his voice tinged with both hope and determination.

Sera sighed dramatically. "You know I'm a popular streamer, right? If I play some amateur school project on my channel, my audience is going to roast me."

Max rolled his eyes. "No faith in me at all, huh? Just check out the images and the description. If it doesn't impress you, don't play it. Simple."

There was a pause on the line. "Alright," Sera finally said. "But only because you're my cousin. If it's bad, don't expect me to go easy on you."

Max grinned. "Fair enough. Just give it a look, and I'll let the game speak for itself."

Sera glanced at her computer as a notification popped up on her messaging app. Clicking on the link Max had sent her, she turned to the camera with a cheerful smile.

"Hi, guys! It's Sera!" she greeted, her voice lively and warm. "I just got off a call with my cousin. Apparently, he made a game and wants me to play it. So, let's check it out and see if it's any good!"

Sera wasn't just any streamer; she was an aspiring prodigy known for her talent and drive. In school, she was a celebrity, famous for her potential to become an S-rank adventurer. This reputation had earned her a loyal fanbase, with around 1,000 viewers currently watching her stream. Her content often featured strategy games like chess, shooting simulations, or hand-to-hand combat games such as Shadow Fight. Many young adventurers tuned in not just for entertainment but also for inspiration, hoping to follow in her footsteps.

As Sera mentioned playing her cousin's game, the comment section lit up with curiosity:

"Miss Sera, you have a cousin who's a game creator?!" "Miss Sera, young creators can make great games under your guidance!" "Miss Sera, don't let anyone use your fame for clout!"

Sera chuckled and leaned closer to the camera. "Relax, guys! We're just going to play for a little while. You know how it is—support the family!"

The comment section rallied behind her, and hashtags started flooding in:

#SupportSera, #SeraArmy, #QueenSera.

Sera shared her screen, letting the audience see what she was looking at. Meanwhile, Max was glued to his own monitor, nervously watching the stream and the comments.

The first thing Sera noticed was the game's logo. The bold, iconic design read PUBG – Player Unknown's Battlegrounds. Her eyebrows shot up in surprise. "Whoa! My cousin really outdid himself with this logo and name. It looks so professional!"

The comment section reacted instantly:

"That logo is fire!" "Your cousin must've poured all his mana into just the logo!"

Sera scrolled down to the images Max had uploaded. The screenshots showcased stunning graphics—detailed environments, realistic guns, and carefully designed textures. She let out an audible gasp.

"What the hell? Did he put all his mana into making just these images?" she muttered, thoroughly impressed.

The audience seemed just as astonished:

"This looks better than half the games Images I've seen in my life!" "If the gameplay matches the visuals, this could be a hit! but i don't think thats possible

Then, Sera spotted the trailer video attached to the game's upload. Her eyes sparkled with curiosity. "Oh my, he even made a video?!" she exclaimed. "Alright, guys, let's watch it together."

She clicked play, and the trailer began.

The trailer opened with suspenseful music—a low, ominous hum that built tension as the screen faded into view. The first scene revealed a sleek metallic boat slicing through still waters, its surface reflecting the pale moonlight. The camera shifted to show an AKM rifle resting on the boat, its details sharp and polished.

The scene cut abruptly, flashing to a SCAR-L rifle lying on the floor of a dimly lit classroom in a run-down school. The atmosphere grew tense as the camera followed a girl running through dense bushes, her every movement deliberate and stealthy.

The visuals shifted again, this time to a forest of massive trees. Rain poured heavily, accompanied by the rumble of thunder. The scene showed a lone figure taking cover under a tree, scanning the area through a window in TPP (third-person perspective).

The next sequence showcased players crouching and moving silently through enemy territory, the tension palpable. Suddenly, chaos erupted. Gunfire echoed as one player opened fire, the muzzle flashes illuminating the screen. Another scene showed a sniper perched atop a church-like structure, lining up a shot from a high vantage point.

The camera zoomed into the sniper's scope just as an explosion shook the ground, sending debris flying. Then came the iconic sound of an AWM rifle—a loud, satisfying crack followed by the metallic click of the bolt being pulled.

The trailer ended on a lighter note, showing two nude players circling each other while wielding machetes. A dramatic tagline flashed across the screen:

"Not just a game… This is Battle Royale."

As the trailer concluded, Sera leaned back in her chair, visibly stunned. "That… was incredible," she said, her voice almost a whisper. "I can't believe Max made this."

Her chat erupted with excitement:

"No way this is just a school project!" "He's going to blow everyone if it can be made !" "This could seriously be the next big thing even if its just be concept!"

Sera shook her head in disbelief, then smiled. "Alright, guys, I'm officially intrigued. Let's download this and see how it plays!"

Max, watching everything unfold from his computer, couldn't suppress his grin. His cousin's reaction—and the audience's overwhelming enthusiasm—was everything he had hoped for.