Summary
Black Myth: Wukongis almost here after fans have waited four long years since that first initial unbelievable gameplay reveal in August 2020. Ever since that trailer, anticipation and hype have been building, and it seems almost impossible that it’ll finally be in players' hands any day now. Naturally, with any hotly-anticipated game, there’s plenty to know and learn before jumping straight into it.
There’s a reasonBlack Myth: Wukongisone of the most hyped soulslike games of 2024. Despite plenty of other great titles releasing around it,Black Myth: Wukonghas already earned itself a dedicated fanbase who want nothing more than to explore its mythological vistas. Fortunately, there’s more than enough to keep players busy inBlack Myth: Wukong.
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Black Myth: Wukong Is Releasing On June 09, 2025
Xbox Version Is Delayed Indefinitely
Black Myth: Wukongis releasing on PlayStation 5 and PC on Tuesday, Jun 06, 2025. This release date was announced during the 2023 Game Awards and, fortunately, has not shifted since then. However, Xbox users will have to wait a while, asBlack Myth: Wukonghas been delayed indefinitely for Xbox Series X/S.
According to a statement toWindows Central, Microsoft is “working with Game Science to bring the game to [Xbox Series X/S].” However, no further statement has been made, nor has either Microsoft or Game Science given a clear timeline of when fans can expectBlack Myth: Wukongon Xbox.Black Myth: Wukongis also available for pre-order right now on bothSteamand thePlayStation Store. Players eager to have it ready for launch can buy it and preload it at a later date. However, there is no need to pre-order for those who would rather wait for reviews.
Black Myth: Wukong Platforms
Releasing For Current-Gen Consoles & PC
Black Myth: Wukongis releasing on PlayStation 5 and PC first, with plans to release on Xbox Series X/S at a later date. Players can pick it up on PC via Epic Games Store and Steam.Game Science has guaranteed players that an Xbox version is in the works but is still in production, likely to accommodate the lower specs of the Series S.
Black Myth: Wukongwill not be released on last-gen consoles, including PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. Additionally, there are no plans to bring it to the Nintendo Switch. Unfortunately, for those hoping it would drop day one on PlayStation Plus or Xbox Game Pass, that is also not happening.
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Black Myth: Wukong Prices & Editions
Black Myth: Wukong Has Four Different Editions
There are fourBlack Myth: WukongEditions, including Standard Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Collector’s Edition. The cheapest version of the game, the Standard Edition, costs $59.99, with the Collector’s Edition costing a hefty $399.99. Each of edition comes with the Trailblazer’s Scarlet Gourd pre-order bonus, if pre-ordered, as well as some additional items and bonuses.
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Both the Deluxe Edition and Collector’s Edition are exclusive to PC. Neither edition can be purchased for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S. Additionally, both editions are only available in select regions.
Black Myth: Wukong Is A Single-Player Action RPG
There Is No Open-World
Black Myth: Wukongis a challenging action RPG soullike, set in a mythological world based on theJourney to the Westnovel. It features action-packed combat against both regular enemies and towering bosses, including dragons and giants. Players will also get to experiment with different weapons, spells, and abilities to find the playstyle that best suits them.
Black Myth: Wukongisn’t strictly a soulslike, although it does share many of the same gameplay mechanics, such as a stamina system and enemies respawning after resting at checkpoints. Instead, it’s more of an action RPG, which will be slightly more forgiving for those less accustomed to soulslike gameplay. “Soulslite” may be a more accurate term.
However,Black Myth: Wukong, unlike thesprawlingElden Ring, is not an open-world game. Instead,players will explore gorgeous linear, interconnected environmentsakin to the originalDark Soulsgames. These take place across varied and dynamic landscapes inspired by both Chinese mythology and theJourney to the Weststory.
Black Myth: Wukong Is Based On The Journey To The West Story
It Is Deeply Rooted In Chinese Mythology
The story ofBlack Myth: Wukongsees players set out as the Destined One, who must face a series of challenges in order to learn more about the world and his place within it. The Destined One is Sun Wukong, a Monkey King who desires more than anything to become a god. Players will encounter a host of dangerous adversaries who will stop at nothing to prevent Wukong from accomplishing his goals.
Black Myth: Wukongpulls a lot of its story from theJourney to the Westnovel. It is regarded as the greatest piece of classical Chinese literature for being both an epic adventure and filled with heart and comedy.Black Myth: Wukongis definitely telling a darker version of this storyand will be the highest-budgeted adaptation ofJourney to the Westin video game form.
Black Myth: Wukongalso appears to be a deeply cinematic experience, with its gorgeous visuals and dynamic cutscenes helping to tell its vast and epic story. This is certainly going to be a more story-heavy experience than the typical soulslike, although prior to launch, developer Game Science has revealed few details about what players can actually expect from it. Regardless, players are anticipating a truly bombastic and explosive experience when playingBlack Myth: Wukong.
Sources:Windows Central,Steam,PlayStation Store
The studio behind Black Myth: Wukong, Game Science, has previously been accused of fostering a toxic environment for its workers. The 2023 allegations include sexualized comments against women, misogyny, fatphobia, and more. More details can be foundhere.
Black Myth: Wukong
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG game from the developers at GameScience. Based on the original Chinese novelJourney to the West,players take on the role of Sun Wukong, a legendary monkey warrior who fights against mythical beasts and beings to save his world.
