In a matter of hours, Black Myth: Wukong has already surpassed highly-anticipated games like Hogwarts Legacy and Elden Ring, becoming the most-played game on Steam. With millions of players already engaged with the singleplayer action RPG, Black Myth has its sights set on breaking even more records. As the world continues to buzz about this groundbreaking game, PC Gamer's team provides tips for players to stay ahead of the curve.
In a remarkable feat, the Chinese action RPG Black Myth: Wukong has swiftly ascended to the top of Steam's most-played games list, eclipsing highly anticipated titles like Hogwarts Legacy and Elden Ring. With millions of players already captivated by its captivating gameplay and stunning visuals, the game is poised to shatter more records.
Background
Developed by the Chinese studio Game Science, Black Myth: Wukong is an upcoming single-player action RPG that reimagines the classic Chinese novel "Journey to the West." The game follows the mythical Monkey King Wukong as he embarks on an epic journey to obtain the ancient scriptures of the Buddha.
Game Highlights
Black Myth: Wukong has captivated players with its:
Record-Breaking Success
Within hours of its release, Black Myth: Wukong surged to the top of Steam's most-played list. The game's success demonstrates the growing popularity of Chinese-developed games and the anticipation surrounding quality titles from Asia.
Tips for Players
As players delve into Black Myth: Wukong, PC Gamer's team offers tips to maximize the gaming experience:
FAQs
Q: When is Black Myth: Wukong scheduled to be released?
A: A release date has yet to be announced.
Q: Will Black Myth: Wukong be available on consoles?
A: Console ports have not been confirmed.
Q: Is Black Myth: Wukong inspired by any specific film or TV adaptation of "Journey to the West"?
A: The game draws inspiration from the original novel as well as various adaptations, but it is not directly based on any particular film or TV show.
Q: What is the recommended hardware for playing Black Myth: Wukong?
A: The game's recommended hardware requirements are an AMD Ryzen 7 3700X CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 GPU, and 16GB of RAM.
Q: Is Black Myth: Wukong appropriate for younger audiences?
A: The game is rated M for Mature by the ESRB due to violence and blood.
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