"Black Myth: Wukong" has made a significant international impact, with over 1.04 million concurrent players on Steam within an hour of release.
The game has been praised for its "fluid-feeling combat" and "stunning visuals," as noted by The Guardian.
The game is based on the Monkey King from the 16th-century Chinese novel "Journey to the West.
Chinese state media celebrated the game as a triumph of Chinese culture and technology.
"Wukong" marks a significant entry of Chinese developers into the AAA game market, traditionally dominated by Western companies.
The game's launch has been marred by censorship controversies and allegations of sexism at its developer, Game Science. –
The game’s success coincides with a period of regulatory easing in China's gaming industry, following years of restrictions. –
The success of "Wukong" has positively affected the stock prices of companies involved, including Tencent and Huayi Brothers.
Western media and players have raised concerns about censorship and sexism related to the game, which have not significantly affected its success in China.
Despite controversies, the success of "Wukong" is likely to encourage further AAA game development by Chinese companies.