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Upcoming soulslike action RPGBlack Myth: Wukongwill not be available for Xbox Series X|S at launch, according to official information recently released about the game. While past releases from developer/publisher Game Science have indicated thatBlack Myth: Wukongwill be coming to Xbox, it looks like the game won’t be available on that platform when it hits PlayStation 5 and PC on August 20.
The upcoming game places players in the role of The Destined One, a character based on Monkey KingSun Wukong fromJourney to the West, a 16th-century Chinese novel in four parts that has been the basis for many other forms of popular media. Other well-known adaptations of this tale include theDragon Ballfranchise and Netflix’s 2023 filmThe Monkey King.
While the upcoming soulslike game had been confirmed for development on Xbox Series X|S at The Game Awards 2023, a much more recent trailer forBlack Myth: Wukongrevealed at Summer Game Fest omitted the Xbox logo from the end of the trailer, where the announcement date, PlayStation 5 logo, and logos of PC software platforms are displayed. Additionally, apre-order FAQon the game’s official announcements page clarifies that PlayStation 5 and PC players will be able to experienceBlack Myth: Wukongon its release dateof August 20, but the Xbox Series X|S version is still undergoing optimization and does not currently meet the company standards, so its release will come at a later time. There is currently no set release date for the Xbox version, but Game Science stated it will make an announcement when a release date is available.
Black Myth: Wukong Xbox Pre-Orders Delayed Too
Pre-orders forBlack Myth: Wukongare available now on the PlayStation Store, Steam, and Epic Games Store, but not on the Xbox Store. The trailer revealed at Summer Game Fest featured plenty of pre-order bonuses, such as a steel game case, wind chime necklace, 1:1 scale “Constricting Headband,” and a 40cm figurine of The Destined One. The game’s standard edition sells for $59.99, while the Digital Deluxe Edition goes for $69.99, the Physical Deluxe Edition for $169, and the Collector’s Edition for $399.
Despite the China-based developer/publisher not having an extensive catalog of games under its belt,Black Myth: Wukong’s graphical and stylistic approach has made a big impression on soulslike fans since its initial reveal in 2020. In particular, the game’s enemy design has drawncomparisons betweenBlack Myth: Wukongand FromSoftwaretitles likeElden Ringand theDark Soulsseries.
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Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology and based on Journey to the West, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature.You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.As the Destined One, you shall encounter powerful foes and worthy rivals throughout your journey. Fearlessly engage them in epic battles where surrender is not an option.Aside from mastering various staff techniques, you may also freely combine different spells, abilities, weapons, and equipment to find the winning strategy that best suits your combat style.
