Black Myth: Wukong’s the Start of Something Massive for Game Science and We’re So Excited
Reports of Black Myth: Wukong being the first part of a trilogy from Game Science have fans of the upcoming title very excited indeed.
- Black Myth: Wukong is set to release later this month after a long wait.
- The highly anticipated title marks Game Science's entry into the Soulslike genre.
- Reports of a potential trilogy for Black Myth have fans very excited for what may come next.
A four-year wait is close to its end as Black Myth: Wukong is set to release in less than a week to the delight of players who have been eager to get their hands on developer Game Science’s unique blend of Chinese mythology and Soulslike mechanics.
Set to debut on the PlayStation 5 and PC while an Xbox version is in the works, Black Myth: Wukong promises fast and fluid combat along with an exploration of Wukong’s early years, following his rise to prominence among the most powerful of deities. However, recent news surrounding the game points to Wukong being part of a larger cast of characters from Game Science under the Black Myth banner.
Black Myth: Wukong’s Unique Take on the Monkey King
Based on the Chinese novel Journey to the West, Black Myth: Wukong takes inspiration from the novel’s version of the Monkey King to bring a character whose motivations are as deadly as his combat prowess. Wielding his signature weapon from the novel alongside skills like magic and transmutation, Wukong’s narrative is sure to present the character’s many eccentricities in his quest for immortality and respect.
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While the upcoming game does not feature difficulty options, it does eschew a few traditions of the Soulslike genre in favor of a gameplay loop not unlike another title from a Chinese developer that aims to be as accessible as it can for a wider audience. However, Game Science’s ambitions may be a tad more grand than S-GAME, as it looks like it’s just getting started with Wukong.
What’s Next for Game Science and the Black Myth Series?
Rumors about a potential trilogy for the game have fans of Black Myth: Wukong very excited to see what comes next for the game as well as its potential sequels.
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Considering that Wukong is one of four disciples of the pilgrim Tang Sanzang, there is a lot of potential for Game Science to explore other characters from the novel in a Black Myth trilogy considering the vast amount of source material it has at its disposal. The post below on X might indicate where the franchise could be headed next – and how excited fans might be to play future titles.
While it is indeed too early to predict where the story in Game Science’s reported trilogy could take its players, fans are understandably excited at the prospect of more Black Myth titles coming their way.
However, other players believe that the reports about a potential trilogy could be fake, which would be disappointing considering Black Myth: Wukong’s excellent visuals and gameplay mechanics.
However, responses to the two characters showcased in the post might point to Game Science going ahead with sequels considering the positive reception that Wukong has already received ahead of its release.
Whatever the future holds for Game Science and Black Myth, it’s clear that the studio’s take on Chinese mythology is going to be an entertaining and action-packed adaptation of Chinese legends that many players would be delighted to experience through the eyes of the ever-popular and charismatic Monkey King.
