Embark on your Journey to the West with Black Myth: Wukong today

The day is finally here, the one we have all been waiting for. Black Myth: Wukong has officially released worldwide! In fact, it has broken records for the highest amount of concurrent players on Steam and is sitting at an Overwhelmingly Positive rating already. Enough chatter already, it’s time to embark on your very own Journey to the West and take on the role of the legendary Sun Wukong.

Watch the launch trailer below:

Get ready to confront destiny…GameScience, a global game developer and publisher is proud to share that its highly-anticipated action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, has launched worldwide. In early development since 2018, the game has continued to garner interest and acclaim for its breathtaking visuals and homage to Chinese mythology and lore from one of the greatest Chinese classic novels that players experience through its innovative gameplay style. Black Myth: Wukong combines rich storytelling, stunning visuals, and a unique take on the action RPG formula utilizing frenetic combat and a robust upgrade system to create an unforgettable narrative-driven gaming experience.

As part of the global launch commemoration, Black Myth: Wukong participated in Opening Night Live at Gamescom 2024 by showcasing its launch trailer for gamers watching the world’s biggest game event. Leading up to its release, the title was the #1 Global Top Seller and #1 Most Wishlisted Game on Steam according to SteamDB.

Key Features:

Breathtaking Blend of Eastern Myth & Reality: Awe-inspiring landscapes, from lush forests and towering mountains to mystical temples and dark, foreboding caves, meticulously crafted to transport players into a fantastical rendition of ancient China.

Strange, Intelligent & Formidable Monsters: A diverse array of mythical beings (Yaoguai), from powerful demons and cunning spirits to legendary monsters, each with their own unique abilities and backstories. Inspired by ‘Journey to the West,’ these formidable foes add depth and challenge to your adventure.

Dynamic Combat Abilities & Diverse Strategies: Experience battles filled with diverse spells, transformations, and magical treasures. Each ability interacts in unique ways, creating a rich and strategic combat system.

Cinematic Story-telling, Complex Characters: Face off against fierce and cunning enemies with compelling backstories, personalities, and motives. Discover what drives these adversaries as you progress.

The standard and deluxe editions are available in North America for an MSRP of $59.99 and $69.99 respectively in digital format on PlayStation®5, and PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store). For pricing in other regions, please refer to the information listed on the designated regional storefront. The release timing for the Xbox Series X|S version will be disclosed later. This game is ESRB rated “M” for Mature and PEGI-16.

Black Myth: Wukong releases today, August 20, 2024 on PC via Steam/Epic Games Store and PlayStation 5. We are currently working on a review of the game, so be sure to be on the lookout for that soon! Stay tuned to GamingTrend for more Black Myth: Wukong news and info!

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