As time passed, the first-floor lobby became increasingly crowded with guests. Even the cinema line merchants, initially disinterested, started considering the potential.
The eagerly awaited press conference finally arrived. Guests were curious about what more could be revealed after the impressive display of the three games.
William White, appearing more like an IT professional than a traditional boss in his tie and rolled-up sleeves, took the stage.
"Cough, folks, the three games you saw downstairs are our products from last year. We have three more planned for this year." His few words silenced the room, making it clear that these products were anything but simple.
William White continued, "Today is more of a business investment conference than a new product launch. For those interested in bringing the game console to cinemas, we can provide a complete funding solution. Depending on the profitability of the individual machine, we can formulate different distribution plans."
Cinema operators were pleased with these words, as there appeared to be no apparent risk.
"Of course, if you prefer, you can buy out the product. However, I don't produce them here. For production issues, we can either go with OEM orders or adopt an authorization model. Specific details can be discussed privately."
Game console manufacturers understood that they were not in direct competition for profits in the production link.
William White then introduced the three games from the 80th year, providing a rough blueprint for the legendary world.
His eloquence not only made him seem approachable but also generated strong interest, enticing many to consider joining.
William White made a compelling point about the profitability during the waiting time before a movie starts. Playing a game console during that period could be more lucrative than traditional jukeboxes, and there would be no copyright fees to pay.
He hinted at the introduction of special game consoles with the expansion of game types. However, this wouldn't impact cinema guests. It was a win-win situation that could compensate for any box office losses.
In summary, William White's blueprint was enticing, and cinema dealers seemed poised to benefit greatly.
As William White left the stage, he observed a slight teasing among the audience below. The entry barrier seemed low, but the question was whether the production capacity could keep up.
Surveying the well-dressed footbath representatives, it was evident that these cinema operators were prepared, and their production capacity was reliable.
Several footbath companies realized that the volume of orders could be overwhelming, and none of them could handle it.
A quick scan confirmed the absence of U.S. counterparts. William White seemingly had no intentions of manufacturing in the United States.
The press conference had provided a wealth of information. After William White's speech, the attendees snapped out of their reverie, erupting into thunderous applause. The footbathers applauded, and even the Americans joined in with whistles.
After exchanging smiles with the audience, William White left the stage. It was time for the next event, and he needed to change into more appropriate attire.
The attire worn on stage is a matter of personal style. While jeans and shirts were suitable for the speech, a cold dinner required a more formal outfit to avoid rudeness.
Although it was a cold dinner, it was rich, befitting William White's penchant for indulgence. The attendees, having been to many cold dinners, had never witnessed such extravagance before. Rich sons were indeed different.
Robert Galvin was in good spirits. Today, the following game consoles would all use the 68000 series CPUs. Given the day's circumstances, this promised good returns for Motorola.
William White felt somewhat baffled by Motorola. Such a significant company had eventually been abandoned by the capital market.
In the communications sector, they had achieved many firsts. Their equipment facilitated the first call between humans and the moon.
The 68000 series CPU was also epoch-making and widely used even after 2000. It was remarkable for a product originating in the 1970s.
Finding such long-lived chips in the market was nearly impossible.
Ironically, playing casually was just a sideline for Motorola. Perhaps the high profits in the communications industry made them look down on IT. This department was eventually sold, benefiting the footbath.
The cold dinner continued with many attendees, but no concrete results were achieved. At best, there were preliminary intentions, and specific cooperation details would need further discussions.
The capital market swiftly responded. Motorola's stocks ceased falling and rebounded, while cinema stocks stabilized. Wall Street expressed optimism about William White's game consoles and simultaneously marveled at the luck of this business-savvy individual.
Feeling a bit fatigued, William White headed for a brief rinse and then retired to sleep in his office. Negotiations weren't his concern; if the boss needed to be consulted for every matter, there would be no time for anything else.
While he slept, the outside world buzzed with activity. Atari was swiftly thrust into the spotlight.
In the eyes of many, the legendary world appeared as a major corporation. Atari, on the other hand, seemed relatively weak and was now facing scrutiny.
Since being acquired by Warner, Atari had been dealing with internal issues. Warner, always keen to micromanage, had hindered the development of good products.
A group of guilds voiced their discontent. The news they received indicated that no American manufacturers were involved.
The response from the legendary world was clear. For basic, inexpensive products, the United States did not have a cost advantage. For more high-end equipment in the future, local enterprises would be considered.
William White, despite being a patriot, prioritized profit in business. The guild tried to cast aspersions, but the legendary world showcased numerous successful deliveries, debunking their insinuations.
The American guild, known for its arrogance, didn't anticipate a direct confrontation. When asked if they dared to challenge the legendary world, their actions spoke louder than words.
In the current economic climate, continued turmoil seemed unnecessary. William White found it perplexing.
Was this a form of self-determination?