Zaborn_1997

Chapter 731 ZEPS 3 officially Complete Development

Monday 10 April 1997 ZAGE TOWER Japan. 

Just one day before the official trailer for ZEPS 3 is set to air, today marks a major milestone — the full development of the ZEPS 3 console and all 13 of its launch titles is officially complete. After years of intense work, setbacks, innovation, and relentless iteration, the final build is done. This is more than just a corporate checkpoint; it’s a landmark day for ZAGE, and an emotional victory for everyone who poured their tal...

Chapter 730 After Effects. 

The day after the unforgettable events at the Tokyo Electronics Showcase, Hikaru Kurata sat inside Sonaya’s headquarters in Japan, visibly tense. He placed a call to Terujin Hoshisora — a middle-aged man and the owner of Hoshivent, a company specializing in organizing large-scale events. Sonaya had been contracting Hoshivent for years, including for the Tokyo Electronics Showcase. Their professional relationship was longstanding, built on many past collaborations.

“Terujin....

Chapter 729 Tokyo Electronic Showcase - Sonaya Nightmare

Saturday 22 April 1997.

Hikaru Kurata was now inside one of Tokyo’s largest and most prestigious event venues, a sleek and modern complex that hosted some of the biggest international showcases in Japan. The room had been rented out by the event organizers specifically for the Tokyo Electronic Showcase, an annual gathering that brought together the most influential names in the tech and electronics industry. Every year, this event serves as a platform for top-tier companies to ...

Chapter 728 Zaboru Pissed with Sonaya.

Saturday 8  April 1997.

After the final day of the Counter-Strike tournament at both the Japan and USA offices of ZAGE, Zaboru remains at the main ZAGE headquarters — the ZAGE Tower in Japan. He now resides in his personal suite on the 51st floor, with floors 50 and 52 also designated as his private space. His wife, Ayumi, is there with him. She loves watching him work; seeing her husband focused on something he’s passionate about brings her joy. More than anything, she ...

Chapter 727 ZAGE Counter Strike Tournament.

Friday 7 April 1997.

Zaboru was now inside the towering ZAGE headquarters, and the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement. All around him, dozens of ZAGE employees were engrossed in LAN matches of Counter-Strike, and not just any mode—they were playing a custom game mode called “EXPANSION.” This unique mode was created by Zaboru himself, designed as a massive-scale mod capable of hosting up to 70 players simultaneously. The maps were gigantic, filled with vast urba...

Chapter 726 ZAGE March

March was a busy and exciting month for ZAGE, marked by several major game releases. This month alone, the company launched four highly anticipated titles: Counter-Strike, Mega Man 7, Castlevania 3, and ActRaiser. Each game was handled by a different division within ZAGE’s global development teams. Counter-Strike was developed by Team Tempest in the USA, Mega Man 7 was crafted by Team NIWA in Japan, Castlevania 3 was buil...

Chapter 725 Zaboru Surprised With Familiar Sight..

The day after meeting with Bill Gates at the luxury hotel, Zaboru promptly boarded his private jet en route to Microsoft Headquarters in Washington. The flight would take approximately four and a half hours, but for Zaboru, that time was far from idle. While in the air, he activated one of his most powerful abilities—Emulator Mind.

This unique skill allowed Zaboru to conjure an entire mental workspace within his mind. It was as if he had a fully functional digital workstation e...

Chapter 724 Movie Progress and Bill Gates.

Wednesday 1 March 1997.

Zaboru was now at the ZAGE Campus in the USA, staying in his private suite located on the 15th floor. This entire floor was specially designated for him, much like how the ZAGE Tower in Japan reserved floors 49 to 52 exclusively for his use. However, the 15th floor of the U.S. campus was even more expansive. It included luxuries such as a private basketball court, leisure rooms, and advanced office space—perfectly tailored to meet both his personal comfo...

Chapter 723 ZAGE February 1997.

In February 1997 many things happened. for ZAGE

First of all, this month ZAGE only released one game—Final Fantasy 6, developed by the ZAGE IZAN team—and it received a strong wave of applause from players across the board. Many fans were shocked and thrilled, unable to believe that they had been given two Final Fantasy titles within just two months. That kind of release schedule was virtually unheard of and felt almost surreal to long-time followers of the series. The excitem...

Chapter 722 Huh!?.

Tuesday 1 February 1997 Night.

Tonight had already fallen, marking the end of yet another productive day at ZAGE. At this moment, Zaboru was in his private quarters on the 52nd floor—his personal sanctuary filled with all of his favorite belongings. He had just wrapped up his daily 40-minute weightlifting workout, a routine he never missed. Unlike an ordinary person, Zaboru’s body was fundamentally different due to his Enlightenment ability. His physique had grown tremendousl...

Chapter 721 ZAGE January 1997

In January of 1997, several major developments unfolded at ZAGE, starting with the official opening of the ZAGE USA offices in Silicon Valley. This new complex is officially named "ZAGE Campus." Unlike the towering skyscraper-style Tokyo office, which climbs high into the skyline, the ZAGE Campus in California was built with a different philosophy—it has only 15 floors, but stretches wide across the landscape. This design allows the facility to accommodate a vast number of rooms and ...

Chapter 720 New Year and ZAGE Tower.

Tuesday 4 January 1997.

As of today, the Sonaya Game Station 32-bit console has been on the market for five days. Reviews have been quite positive overall, with many praising the console's capabilities and game lineup. However, because of how expensive it is sales remain stable—not skyrocketing, but holding steady. Despite this, the higher-ups at Sonaya aren’t too concerned. They believe players are simply waiting for the right moment to make their purchases, and expect momen...

Chapter 719 Zaboru Playing Game Station Part 2.

Zaboru had already placed the Sheriff Juan 4 disc into his Game Station, barely able to contain his excitement. He still remembered how much he had enjoyed Sheriff Juan 3, which had recently launched for Sonaya’s 16-bit system, Titan Drive. That entry had impressed him with its blend of Mega Man-inspired gameplay and creative twists unique to the Sheriff Juan series. Zaboru hoped this new installment would continue in that same spirit—classic side-scrolling action with fresh mechan...

Chapter 718 Zaboru Play Game Station. 

Wednesday 30 December 1996. 

Today is the release date of the Game Station, the latest 32-bit console from Sonaya. Zaboru had already purchased it, opting for the premium bundle that included the console along with six launch titles for a hefty price of 90,000 yen. It was expensive, sure—but to Zaboru, it was worth every yen. His excitement was through the roof. This was the world’s very first 32-bit home console, and for a gamer like him, it marked a new era. The wait w...

Chapter 717 The 32 bit Era Begin and Sonaya Fans Rises (Sus).

AN : i Will post the 3 chapters tomorrow if possible because today i had to check up in hospital.

29 December 1996 Tuesday

After just three days since the Game Station was announced, it had already taken the world by storm. The buzz was impossible to ignore—tech headlines, gaming magazines, and ZAGE Forums boards were filled with hype. Even the ZAGE forums, usually a stronghold of diehard ZAGE fans, were now buzzing with praise for Sonaya. Many users applauded Sonaya’s ability...

Chapter 716 Unexpected Advertisement.

After the main GOTY segment, the event continued as Kenichi stepped forward, his expression lit with anticipation. “Next, we have an important announcement for the future of gaming itself!” he declared, his voice filled with excitement.

Kiroro followed up with a bright smile. “We now present to you a special presentation from the Sonaya team!”

The audience broke into applause, Zaboru included. He leaned back slightly in his seat, intrigued. What is this about? I...