Highlights:
* Black Myth: Wukong is one of the much-hyped releases of 2024.
* Developers have unveiled the Black Myth Wukong release date for PS5 and PC.
* The launch on Xbox X/S has been delayed.
Game Science’s upcoming ARPG Black Myth: Wukong is among the most anticipated game releases of 2024, having been scheduled for a launch in August. As the name suggests, the game draws its inspiration from Journey to the West, a 16th-century classical Chinese novel. Thus, the game will allow fans to explore various aspects of Chinese mythology, while playing the role of the Destined One, Sun Wukong.
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Check out the Black Myth Wukong release date, gameplay, platforms, editions, and more as follows:
Black Myth Wukong Release Date & Platforms
The upcoming action role-playing game is set to arrive on PC (Windows), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. However, the launch on Xbox consoles has been delayed due to optimization-related reasons. There is no set Black Myth Wukong release date on Xbox at the moment, while the game is scheduled to arrive on PS5 and PC on August 20, 2024.
Black Myth Wukong Editions, Prices & Pre-Orders
After being the most wishlisted game of 2024 on Steam, Black Myth Wukong pre-orders have already begun for physical and digital editions. Players can order the digital editions – Standard and Deluxe – for PCs and PS5 consoles. At the same time, the physical editions – Deluxe and Collector’s – are available exclusively for the PC gamers. The prices and perks for each edition are listed below:
Digital Standard Edition – US$59.99
- Full Game
Digital Deluxe Edition – US$69.99
- Full Game
- Weapon: Bronzecloud Staff
- Equipment: Folk Opera Mask, Folk Opera Almsgiving Armor, Folk Opera Leather Bracers, and Folk Opera Buskins
- Curio: Wind Chimes
- Selected Digital Soundtrack
Physical Deluxe Edition – US$169.99
- Steel Case – Steam Digital Deluxe edition activation code (including all perks of digital Deluxe edition)
- Stamps and Postcard
- Wind Chime necklace
- Thunderstone ring
- Gold Sun Crow pin
- The Constricting Headband – 1:1 scale, bronze
- Chaos at the Peach Banquet – Color Print on Silk Scroll
- Warranty Certificate
Physical Collector’s Edition – US$399.99
- Steel Case – Steam Digital Deluxe edition activation code (including all perks of digital Deluxe edition)
- Confront Destiny – 40 cm Protagonist Figurine
- Teaching of the Heart Sutra – Color Print on Silk Scroll
- Stamps and Postcard
- Wind Chime necklace
- Thunderstone ring
- Gold Sun Crow pin
- Warranty Certificate
Pre-ordering either edition will also come with the free in-game reward, Trailblazer’s Scarlet Gourd. The digital editions are available via Epic Games, Steam, and PlayStation Store, while the physical variants are purchasable through third-party stores like Play-Asia.
Black Myth Wukong Gameplay
As mentioned, the game is inspired by Chinese mythology and is centered around Sun Wukong, the protagonist. Black Myth Wukong has been developed on Unreal Engine 5 and is focused on providing a highly immersive experience across all platforms. In the game, players will assume the role of Wukong, while also being able to upgrade his capabilities. They can also use spells and abilities to transform into different beings and also utilize the same during boss fights.
Now that concludes our coverage around Black Myth Wukong release date and other key details, but readers should also check out the new game releases in July 2024.
