King of Games C28 Significant Upgrade and first store

In the "Tiny World," progress had been nothing short of remarkable, at least in Shinro's eyes. The miniature world he'd created was thriving, but he couldn't help but notice the depravity of its human inhabitants. The thought of wiping them out crossed his mind, but he pushed it aside, deciding to focus on his company instead.

Thanks to the success of their hit video game "Minecraft," KiShin Company had already raked in an impressive 280 million yen in just two weeks since its founding. They'd started with a rented floor and a handful of newly hired employees, but it was clear they'd need more space and manpower to keep up with the demand.

The influx of money allowed Shinro to hire skilled workers at an unprecedented rate, and before long, he was even considering acquiring an entire building to house their growing enterprise.

At first, "Minecraft" had taken the United States by storm, captivating players with its blocky charm and endless possibilities. It wasn't long before the game's addictive gameplay reached Japan, where it began to gain traction among the gaming community. As word of mouth spread like wildfire, even the usually focused and reserved little detective Conan found himself intrigued by the buzz.

Conan couldn't help but overhear the excited chatter of the "Detective Boys" during their school recesses. The group of young sleuths, usually preoccupied with their own mysteries, couldn't stop gushing about the game's immersive world-building aspects and engaging survival mechanics. Their infectious enthusiasm piqued Conan's interest, despite his initial reservations about delving into the world of video games.

The game "Minecraft" was even gracing the pages of popular video game magazines. One such magazine, published in 2010 in Japan, featured an article about the game's origins. According to the article, "Minecraft" was created by a Japanese company called KiShin, headed by CEO known only as "Yu-Gi-Oh."

The CEO had started out with a YouTube channel of the same name, which first gained attention for playthroughs of "Super Mario Bros." and then "Undertale." Both games had garnered a modest following, but it was "Minecraft" that skyrocketed in popularity, eclipsing the success of the previous two titles combined.

The article went on to detail how "Minecraft" had captured the attention of well-known YouTubers, who couldn't get enough of its sandbox gameplay and endless possibilities. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and soon, the game's popularity exploded across Japan, mirroring its success in the United States. Players were drawn to the game's creative freedom and survival aspects, spending countless hours building intricate structures and delving into the depths of the underworld.

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Browsing through the internet, YouTube, Yahoo, and various social media platforms, Shinro couldn't help but notice the buzz surrounding "Minecraft." It was clear that his game was on the cusp of capturing the world's attention, and with it, his company's success would only continue to grow. A smile crept onto his face as he envisioned the boundless potential of KiShin Company.

Just then, a system notification chimed in his head: [Ding! Your skill "Game Developer Assistant" has leveled up! New features and functions unlocked.]

Shinro's grin widened as he read the message. The consecutive successes of the video games under his belt had finally paid off, and his skill, which helped him and his employees develop games more efficiently, had leveled up. This meant even more streamlined development and innovative ideas in the pipeline for KiShin.

Shinro scrolled through the list of new features and functions, his eyes widening with each revelation. The upgraded "Game Developer Assistant" now allowed him and his employees to utilize a cutting-edge and better game engine fully connected to the skill itself. What's more, this engine could be linked to his miniature world—the very one he'd been observing with the inhabitants he'd grown so fascinated by.

The engine was capable of seamlessly integrating the world's textures, blocks, materials, physics, and even the behavioral patterns of its inhabitants into their games. It could also extract the miniature world's flora and fauna, allowing them to be used as in-game assets. The possibilities were endless: they could create virtual replicas of the world, or use its unique elements to spice up their new game.

While the game engine wouldn't be able to perfectly replicate the miniature world's textures, materials, and physics—only capturing about 40% of their real-world counterparts—it was still a monumental leap forward for KiShin Company. With this advantage, they could develop 3D games that rivaled those of AAA studios like Rockstar or Sony, something most indie developers only dreamed of achieving.

As he digested the implications, a seed of ambition took root in his mind. If they could already create games on par with industry giants, who's to say their proprietary engine wouldn't surpass them in the long run? The thought sent a thrill down his spine.

Shinro knew that even though the engine wouldn't capture the world's intricacies in its entirety, the 40% accuracy would still be enough to set their games apart from the competition. Players would marvel at the attention to detail and immersive gameplay, none the wiser that it was all thanks to his miniature worlds.

Lost in thought, Shinro was startled when his phone buzzed. Glancing at the screen, he saw it was his uncle, Jirokichi.

"Uncle Jirokichi," he answered.

"Ah, Shinro. I've got some good news for you, my ambitious nephew. My people have found a prime location for your first grocery store in Tokyo, and I've already made the arrangements. It's all yours for the taking." Jirokichi's voice boomed with pride.

"Thank you, uncle," Shinro said gratefully, jotting down the address as his uncle rattled it off.

As soon as the call ended, Shinro contacted his hired men at the warehouse where his grocery supplies were stored and instructed them to start shipping some of the inventory to the new location.

The grocery store's sign read "KiShin Store".
Besides Shinro's supplies from the miniature world, the store was stocked with products he'd acquired from the other companies, ensuring it felt like any other grocery store.

On the day of the grand opening, Shinro arrived at the storefront, only to see a sizable crowd had already gathered. A red ribbon adorned the entrance, waiting to be cut.

Shinro's smile widened as he understood the reason for the bustling crowd. Fliers had been distributed throughout the city, promising discounts and rock-bottom prices on opening day, with the assurance of high-quality goods at competitive prices thereafter. For many, the "KiShin Store" was too good to pass up, especially when compared to the overpriced competition.

As Shinro stepped forward with the scissors in hand, whispers rippled through the crowd.

"Is that him? He's so young!"

"I heard their produce is supposed to be amazing! I hope they have some good deals on beef today."

"I just want some fresh vegetables that don't cost an arm and a leg."

The anticipation in the air was palpable as Shinro raised the scissors, ready to cut the ribbon.

With a swift motion, Shinro cut the ribbon, and the floodgates opened. Customers rushed into the "KiShin Store," their eyes widening at the high-quality produce on display. The moment they laid eyes on the beautifully packaged fruits and vegetables, and the marbled beef, they knew they'd struck gold. Many shoppers filled their carts with glee, ignoring the more expensive products from other brands.

The cashier's register rang nonstop, the staff struggling to keep up with the influx of customers. Shinro observed the chaos with a satisfied smile before slipping away unnoticed.

It came as no surprise to Shinro that the produce and meats bearing the KiShin brand were flying off the shelves. After all, they'd come from the healthy miniature world he oversaw. The fruits and vegetables were plump, ripe, and bursting with flavor, while the meats were tender and succulent beyond compare.