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Black Myth: Wukong

Black Myth: Wukong

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Black Myth: Wu Kong

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Release Date: August 20, 2024

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A third-person action game with RPG and soulslike elements, created by the Chinese studio Game Science. Playing as the titular WuKong, we explore a dark fantasy world inspired by Chinese mythology. Our character uses mainly his staff and gradually becomes stronger.

8.5

Gamepressure

8.2

OpenCritic

9.7

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8.8

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Black Myth: Wukong is a third-person action game with RPG elements, developed and published by the Chinese company Game Science.

Plot

The action of Black Myth: Wukong is set in a dark fantasy world inspired by the mythology of the Middle Kingdom. The game's story is based on the classic 16th-century novel Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en. The player takes on the role of the titular Chosen One - the Monkey King, who embarks on a dangerous journey to discover the truth hidden behind the magnificent legend.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows August 20, 2024

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5 August 20, 2024

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S August 20, 2025

Developer: Game Science

Publisher: Game Science

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ReviewBlack Myth: Wukong

Black Myth: Wukong Review: Monkey Magic

Despite its soulslike elements, Black Myth: Wukong feels accessible, looks amazing, and gives you plenty of ways to play it to your liking. It’s not perfect, but it is a game you should try.

Black Myth: Wukong Review: Monkey Magic
Black Myth: Wukong Review: Monkey Magic
Reviewed by:
Giancarlo Saldana
Reviewed on:
PC Windows PC Windows
Review date:
August 22, 2024
guide

Last Update: August 20, 2024

Black Myth Wukong Guide

Black Myth Wukong guide is the best tips for getting started, for combat, character development and equipment. We describe boss fights, best weapons, builds, finds, hardware requirements, language versions, controls.

Black Myth Wukong Guide
Black Myth Wukong Guide
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Originals

June 18, 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Hands-On: Serious Monkey Business

Developer Game Science invited us to Los Angeles to try out a two-hour demo for their action Soulslike RPG and let’s just say this game is some serious monkey business.

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Black Myth: Wukong Hands-On: Serious Monkey Business

News

Non-Chinese players are „only” 30% of Black Myth: Wukong buyers

Non-Chinese players are „only” 30% of Black Myth: Wukong buyers

Black Myth: Wykong was mainly sold in China. Nevertheless, the Chinese hit also sold more than 7.5 million copies outside the country.

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February 25, 2025

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Black Myth: Wukong major challenge for Xbox Series S. Devs have problem and they're not hiding it

Black Myth: Wukong major challenge for Xbox Series S. Devs have problem and they're not hiding it

The release of Black Myth: Wukong on Xbox consoles is still nothing certain. Director Feng Ji confirmed that the delay is due to technical problems with the Xbox Series S version.

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January 2, 2025

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Gamers on Steam chose best games of 2024. Black Myth: Wukong dominates the list

Valve revealed the list of winners of the Steam Awards 2024. Platform s decided that the developers of Black Myth: Wukong will receive the statuette for best game of the year.

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January 2, 2025

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Steam players spent 15% of their time on new titles - and that's success of 2024 games

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Golden Joystick Awards 2024 Winners. Black Myth: Wukong Wins Most Important Award While Satisfactory Earns Major Recognition

Golden Joystick Awards 2024 Winners. Black Myth: Wukong Wins Most Important Award While Satisfactory Earns Major Recognition

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Black Myth: Wukong Records Extraordinary Sales Success. Devs Set Sights on 30 Million Copies and Confirm DLC Work

Black Myth: Wukong Records Extraordinary Sales Success. Devs Set Sights on 30 Million Copies and Confirm DLC Work

Black Myth: Wukong is recording incredible sales. The developers confirmed that the action RPG will receive an expansion. Its release could take place in 2025.

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September 17, 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Records Extraordinary Sales Success. Devs Set Sights on 30 Million Copies and Confirm DLC Work
Hit Action RPG Black Myth: Wukong May Receive 2 Major DLCs. Trilogy Might Be in the Works

Hit Action RPG Black Myth: Wukong May Receive 2 Major DLCs. Trilogy Might Be in the Works

The popular Black Myth: Wukong may be getting two DLCs and a sequel. New rumors related to the hit action RPG from Chinese studio Game Science surfaced online.

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September 3, 2024

Hit Action RPG Black Myth: Wukong May Receive 2 Major DLCs. Trilogy Might Be in the Works
Will Black Myth Wukong Get Demo in the Future? Answered

Will Black Myth Wukong Get Demo in the Future? Answered

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August 23, 2024

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Black Myth Wukong - Mobile (Android, iOS) Release

Black Myth Wukong - Mobile (Android, iOS) Release

Black Myth Wukong is currently available on PC and PS5. From this guide you will learn more about potential Android and iOS ports.

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August 23, 2024

Black Myth Wukong - Mobile (Android, iOS) Release

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Black Myth: Wukong Video Game:

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Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce GTX 1060 / 8 GB Radeon RX 580, 130 GB HDD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-9700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5500, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce RTX 2060 / 8 GB Radeon RX 5700 XT, 130 GB SSD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Ultra System Requirements:
(4K / RT) Intel Core i7-9700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5500, 32 GB RAM, graphic card 16 GB GeForce RTX 4080 Super, 130 GB SSD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Black Myth: Wukong Video Game.

8.5
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ReviewBlack Myth: Wukong

Black Myth: Wukong Review: Monkey Magic

Despite its soulslike elements, Black Myth: Wukong feels accessible, looks amazing, and gives you plenty of ways to play it to your liking. It’s not perfect, but it is a game you should try.

Black Myth: Wukong Review: Monkey Magic
Black Myth: Wukong Review: Monkey Magic
Reviewed by:
Giancarlo Saldana
Reviewed on:
PC Windows PC Windows
Review date:
August 22, 2024
8.2

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 86% of Critics. There are 90 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

TheSixthAxis: 6 / 10 by Jason Coles

Black Myth: Wukong is a stunning game to look at, but the exploration is lacking, and the fighting is just sort of fine for the most part. It's just a bit uninspiring, and isn't a game that I'm expecting to stick with me for any length of time now that I'm done with it.

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Game Rant: 3 / 5 by Dalton Cooper

Black Myth: Wukong is a game that shies away from the Soulslike label, yet it is clearly gunning for the Soulslike audience. It is far from the best in the genre, but it's also not the worst game that has followed in Dark Souls' footsteps. If you go into it expecting a mostly standard Soulslike experience with some blood-boiling boss encounters mixed in with basic level design, you will have a better time than if you were going into it expecting it to be like a traditional character action game.

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Metro GameCentral: 6 / 10

An ambitious but uneven action role-player, with impressive visuals and excellent boss battles, that are held back by an inherent shallowness – particularly in the lack of meaningful exploration.

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97%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (834,906)

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Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Stunning Graphics: The game is consistently praised for its breathtaking visuals and art design, leveraging Unreal Engine 5 to create a vibrant and immersive world.
  • Engaging Combat: Players appreciate the fluid and satisfying combat mechanics, with many noting the depth and complexity of boss fights.
  • Rich Story and Lore: The narrative, rooted in Chinese mythology and inspired by "Journey to the West," captivates players with its unique storytelling and character development.
  • Challenging Gameplay: Many reviews highlight the game's difficulty, which is seen as rewarding and engaging, especially for fans of the Souls-like genre.
  • Replayability: The game features a New Game Plus mode and offers a variety of skills and builds, encouraging players to revisit the game.
  • Immersive Experience: The combination of graphics, story, and gameplay creates a deeply engaging experience that many players find memorable.

The main cons of the game

  • Linear Level Design: Several players criticize the game's linear structure, feeling that it limits exploration and leads to repetitive paths.
  • Performance Issues: Despite high-end graphics, some s report stuttering and bugs, particularly during intense gameplay moments or on certain hardware setups.
  • Lack of Navigation Tools: The absence of a map or clear navigation aids frustrates players, making it easy to get lost.
  • Difficulty Balance: While many appreciate the challenge, some find certain boss fights overly tedious or annoying, leading to a sense of relief rather than satisfaction upon victory.
  • Disted Storytelling: A few players feel that the story can be confusing or lacks emotional payoff, making it hard to follow at times.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Map or Navigation System: Players express a strong desire for a map to help with navigation and exploration.
  • Improved Combat Mechanics: Some reviews suggest that the combat could benefit from more impactful controls and reactions, particularly in boss fights.
  • Better Optimization: s with specific hardware configurations, such as AMD graphics cards, report performance issues that could be improved.
  • Increased Variety in Level Design: A call for more diverse environments and less linearity in level design is noted, as many players feel that the game becomes repetitive.
  • Enhanced Story Clarity: Some players would like a more cohesive and clearer narrative experience, with better integration of cutscenes and gameplay.

Summary

  • Overall, "Black Myth: Wukong" is recognized as a visually stunning and engaging action RPG with significant strengths in graphics and combat, though it faces criticism for linearity, performance issues, and storytelling coherence.

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