Black Myth: Wukong Achieves $500M Sales, Cultural Impact Since August 20

Aug 24, 2024, 02:07 PM

Black Myth: Wukong, a single player action RPG developed by Chinese indie studio Game Science, has become a global phenomenon since its debut on August 20. The game, inspired by the 16th-century novel 'Journey to the West,' has sold over 10 million copies and generated approximately $500 million in revenue within three days of release. The game's success has contributed to an increase in PlayStation 5 sales in China, as a significant portion of the copies were purchased by PlayStation owners. Black Myth: Wukong has been praised for its world-class art and optimization, with contributions from the China National Traditional Orchestra. However, the game has also sparked controversy, with some Western critics accusing it of lacking inclusion and representation, and reports of the developers advising streamers to avoid discussing certain topics. Despite these issues, the game is seen as a milestone in Chinese cultural representation and has sparked a new era of cultural tourism in China, with scenic areas featured in the game offering free entry to players who complete specific chapters.