Black Myth: Wukong, the critically acclaimed action RPG from Game Science Studio, made a splash at the Golden Joystick Awards, securing two major wins and hinting at exciting future content. The game, inspired by the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, has captivated audiences since its initial 2020 tech demo. But what does the future hold for this indie darling?
Black Myth: Wukong’s journey began with a stunning 13-minute tech demo in 2020, showcasing impressive visuals and combat featuring a monkey-like character wielding a magical staff against a formidable wolf boss. The video amassed over 1.6 million views, quickly establishing Black Myth: Wukong as a highly anticipated title. The game’s quality continued to impress with each subsequent release, culminating in a successful August launch that broke records on Steam as the highest-played single-player title upon release.
This success translated into recognition at the Golden Joystick Awards, where Black Myth: Wukong won Best Visual Design and the coveted Ultimate Game of the Year award. It triumphed over major titles such as Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Astro Bot, and Helldivers 2. During the acceptance speech, director Feng Ji expressed gratitude for the fan-voted awards and teased surprises later this year for players who have completed the game. This has sparked speculation about what lies ahead for Black Myth: Wukong.
What’s Next for Black Myth: Wukong?
One possibility is an Xbox Series X|S release, as the game currently remains exclusive to PlayStation 5 and PC. A recent ESRB rating for an Xbox version of the game further fuels this speculation. However, Feng Ji’s specific mention of players who have finished the game suggests potential additional content.
Rumors point towards DLC or an expansion, which would align with the trend of successful games continuing to deliver content post-launch. The rich source material of Journey to the West and Chinese mythology provides ample inspiration for future narratives and gameplay additions. This speculation is supported by reports from gaming news outlets like GameRant.
The excitement surrounding Black Myth: Wukong persists, amplified by its growing list of accolades. The game has received four nominations at The Game Awards 2024, including Best Action Game, Best Art Direction, Best Game Direction, and Game of the Year. Given its Golden Joystick Awards victory, Black Myth: Wukong poses a significant challenge to other nominees like Metaphor: ReFantazio and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. The future looks bright for this indie sensation, and fans eagerly await the promised surprises.
