Black Myth: Wukong Soars on Steam, Xbox Release Delayed Amid Sony Exclusivity Rumors

October 22, 2024
Black Myth: Wukong Soars on Steam, Xbox Release Delayed Amid Sony Exclusivity Rumors
  • The release date for the Xbox Series X|S version remains pending due to an undisclosed exclusivity agreement between Sony and Game Science.

  • The announcement of the delay was made via a tweet on the game's official X/Twitter account, where Game Science thanked players for their patience.

  • Developed by the Chinese studio Game Science, 'Black Myth: Wukong' is an action RPG inspired by the classic novel 'Journey to the West.'

  • Upon its release, 'Black Myth: Wukong' attracted over 1.44 million concurrent players on Steam, making it the platform's fourth biggest game ever in that metric.

  • The game initially launched digitally on August 19, 2023, and has been praised for its quality and visuals, distinguishing itself from typical Soulslike games.

  • While no specific release date for the physical edition has been provided, the existence of the master disc suggests it could launch in the next few months.

  • Additionally, a DLC for 'Black Myth: Wukong' is planned for release in early 2025, potentially coinciding with the Chinese New Year.

  • However, the Xbox Series X version's launch has been delayed to ensure it meets quality standards, disappointing many Xbox owners.

  • Microsoft confirmed that the delay for the Xbox release is not due to platform limitations, despite the game's successful launch on PC and PS5.

  • Reports suggest that the delay was caused by Sony securing an undisclosed console exclusivity deal for the game.

  • This has led to skepticism among some commenters about the validity of claims regarding Sony's exclusivity, with calls for proof before accepting such statements.

  • In the meantime, Game Science has confirmed that a physical PlayStation 5 edition of 'Black Myth: Wukong' is coming soon, with the master disc ready for production.

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