Black Myth: Wukong

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Top Critic Average

80%

Critics Recommend

Eurogamer
3 / 5
PC Gamer
87 / 100
IGN
8 / 10
Game Rant
3 / 5
TheGamer
4 / 5
GamesRadar+
4 / 5
GameSpot
8 / 10
Hardcore Gamer
4.5 / 5
Creators: Game Science
Release Date: Aug 19, 2024 - PlayStation 5, PC

Black Myth: Wukong Review Summary

StrongCritic Consensus

Impressive visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5

Fluid, challenging combat

Limited enemy variety and gear system

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG that blends Chinese mythology with Soulslike gameplay elements. Critics praise its stunning visuals, dramatic boss fights, and unique combat system, citing its rich world and frenetic combat as major highlights. However, the game has suffered from technical issues, a lack of meaningful exploration, and some repetitive level design. Despite these drawbacks, the game is celebrated for its artistic presentation and thrilling battles.


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Black Myth: Wukong Trailers

Black Myth: Wukong - Final Trailer | Launching August 20, 2024 thumbnail

Black Myth: Wukong - Final Trailer | Launching August 20, 2024

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Black Myth: Wukong - Pre-Orders Now Available | August 20, 2024 - Confront Destiny

Black Myth: Wukong Release Date Trailer | Confront Destiny on August 20, 2024 - English Dub thumbnail

Black Myth: Wukong Release Date Trailer | Confront Destiny on August 20, 2024 - English Dub


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Critic Reviews for Black Myth: Wukong

Its dramatic and spectacular boss fights just about keep Black Myth: Wukong afloat, but behind all its glitz and glamour is a frustratingly hollow and rudderless action game.

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Black Myth: Wukong blossoms with an eccentric cast of characters and expressive combat all wrapped up in the rich world of its source material.

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Despite some frustrating technical issues, Black Myth: Wukong is a great action game with fantastic combat, exciting bosses, tantalizing secrets, and a beautiful world.

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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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It’s beautiful, frantic, challenging, and a delight to play.

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Despite some frustrations, Black Myth: Wukong feels great and finishes strong – so strong that I've half a mind to give New Game Plus a try, if only to find yet more stuff I missed.

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Black Myth: Wukong is an uneven game where the highlights often outnumber the lowlights.

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Black Myth: Wukong is a phenomenal, enthralling and imaginative experience that’s a must-play for anyone who enjoys Chinese mythology.

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Industry Coverage

Black Myth: Wukong Getting Jaw-Dropping Sculpture That Costs Over $5,000

Black Myth: Wukong Getting Jaw-Dropping Sculpture That Costs Over $5,000

Queen Studios Collectibles announces a new Black Myth: Wukong statue that looks incredible, but costs an eye-watering amount of money to purchase.

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Black Myth: Wukong Beaten To Another GOTY By Astro Bot In PlayStation's Awards

Black Myth: Wukong Beaten To Another GOTY By Astro Bot In PlayStation's Awards

At this rate we'll never hear that speech.

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The Game Awards Drama Sees Players Flock Back To Black Myth: Wukong

The Game Awards Drama Sees Players Flock Back To Black Myth: Wukong

The game has seen its highest player count since mid-October.

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Xbox Boss Knows When Players Will Finally Be Able To Experience Black Myth: Wukong

Xbox Boss Knows When Players Will Finally Be Able To Experience Black Myth: Wukong

Tell us, Phil!

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