Exciting Update: Black Myth: Wukong Arrives on Xbox Series X/S
A Long-Standing Wait Comes to an End
Black Myth: Wukong, the highly anticipated action RPG inspired by the legendary Chinese novel Journey to the West, is finally set to release on Xbox Series X/S on August 20, 2025. This marks exactly one year after its initial launch on PlayStation 5 and PC, exciting fans across platforms.
Microsoft announced the news via Twitter/X, with the message: “You are the Destined One. Black Myth: Wukong is coming August 20. Pre-order begins June 18!” The official statement ignited anticipation among gamers eager to experience the game on Xbox consoles.
Impressive Sales and Gaming Community Expectations
Since its debut, Black Myth: Wukong has become a massive commercial success, selling over 25 million copies as of January 2025. Despite its popularity, Xbox owners have been awaiting its arrival, as the game was never officially designated as an Xbox exclusive.
Initially, rumors circulated suggesting that the delay was related to a possible Sony exclusivity agreement, rather than technical challenges. However, Fen Ji, CEO of Game Science—the developer behind Black Myth: Wukong—clarified that the main obstacle was related to the technical limitations of the Xbox Series S.
Overcoming Technical Challenges
Fen Ji explained that the shared 10GB of memory on the Xbox Series S posed significant hurdles. Without extensive optimization, developing for this hardware specification proved difficult. He mentioned, “The only thing missing is the Xbox, which feels a bit wrong. But with limited shared memory and no years of optimization experience, it’s really hard to make things work smoothly.”
Fortunately, it appears these issues have now been addressed, paving the way for Xbox players to finally add Black Myth: Wukong to their game libraries.
What Critics Say
In our previous review, we highlighted that despite some technical frustrations, Black Myth: Wukong offers an excellent action experience. The game features dynamic combat, challenging bosses, hidden secrets, and a visually stunning world that immerses players in its mythic setting.
Controversies and Developer Background
It’s worth noting that Black Myth: Wukong has faced criticism beyond technical issues, including reports of sexist behavior within the development team in 2023. Such controversies have sparked discussions about the studio’s culture and impact on the game’s reputation.
For fans interested in deeper lore, insights into how FromSoftware has influenced the game’s design, and tips to enhance gameplay enjoyment, there are plenty of resources to explore.
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