Black Myth: Wukong is an action-RPG game with gameplay that is very reminiscent of Soulslikes. While it doesn’t necessarily want to compete with Elden Ring, it is currently the most wished-for title on Steam and has just gone gold.
What is Black Myth Wukong?
In Black Myth: Wukong, over 160 enemy types and over 80 bosses await you. The story of this single-player title is inspired by the Chinese short story “Journey to the West.” You play as a monkey king who defends himself against various opponents using a staff, spells, and transformations.
The game is awaited by many players and is currently the most desired title on Steam. It is scheduled for August 20, 2024 and the developers have announced in an update whether this date can be met.
Those who feared that Black Myth: Wukong would miss its release can breathe a sigh of relief. Xthe developers actually write that the game is now finished and will be released on time.
For now, it is still undergoing extensive testing to eliminate possible flaws. In order to reduce the waiting time, the developers announce a new trailer that is expected to be released on August 8, 2024.
Developers’ demand
But before you can start playing, the team behind the game has a request for fans: you should avoid any pre-release content in order to have the best possible experience with the finished game:
All the mysteries that the game holds should, according to the developers, be preserved until the moment we play. Note that the game will be available on PC, via Steam and Epic Games Store, but also on PS5 and WeGame, a Chinese distribution platform from Tencent.