In the seventh episode of "16bit Sensation - Another Layer" titled "A Billion Yen Dream," the team at Alcohol Soft faces the monumental challenge of developing a groundbreaking game to save the company.
The episode begins with Konoha expressing her determination to create an extraordinary game. She is supported by the programmer Mamoru, who promises to bring her vision to life. However, Konoha struggles with the weight of her responsibilities and her secret as a time traveler.
At Alcohol Soft, the team is overwhelmed by the task of earning a billion yen with their next game. Konoha reveals her past as an illustrator in the U.S. and presents her game concept, showcasing her exceptional artistic skills. Her artwork, featuring around 200 levels, impresses the team, but there's a technical hurdle: their computers can't handle such complex graphics.
Mamoru presents his solution, the "Super Octa-Core" PC-9821 MATE, a high-performance computer capable of processing Konoha's intricate drawings. Energized by this breakthrough, the team rallies around Konoha's vision for the game, which includes a rich story, diverse characters, and innovative features.
The plot takes an unexpected turn when Rokuta, Alcohol Soft's manager, receives a mysterious envelope containing a key and a map. Following the clues, he discovers a bag he assumes holds a billion yen, only to find it filled with materials for the console version of the game. This discovery suggests that Ichigaya, who was previously arrested for fraud, genuinely wanted to help Alcohol Soft.
Motivated by this revelation and his responsibility toward his employees, Rokuta vows to secure the funding for the new game.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.