The Soulslike Black Myth: Wukong was released on August 20, 2024. We have gathered all the information for you regarding the release, gameplay time, platforms, and editions.
What is Black Myth: Wukong? Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG from the Chinese game developer Game Science. The Soulslike is based on the novel “Journey to the West” by the Ming Dynasty author Wu Chen’en. It tells the story of the monkey Sun Wukong and his adventures. You also control Sun Wukong in the game.
Now we will go into the details you should know before the release of Black Myth: Wukong. With our directory, you can quickly jump to the individual points:
All about release, gameplay time, and platforms
When did Black Myth: Wukong release? The game was released on August 20, 2024, in Germany.
How long is the gameplay? In an interview with IGN, game producer Feng Ji spoke about the gameplay time required. He said you would need at least 15 hours to finish the game. (via insider-gaming.com)
On which platforms is the game available? Black Myth: Wukong is available for PC via Steam, Epic, and the Chinese site WeGame. Additionally, the game is available for PlayStation 5.
All editions and prices
What editions are available? The game is available in a standard and three different deluxe or collector’s editions:
| Edition | Bonuses |
|---|---|
| Standard Edition | Pre-order bonus: Scarlet Girdle of the Forerunner |
| Digital Deluxe Edition | Pre-order bonus: same as Standard Edition Additional content: Bronzed Cloud Staff (weapon), Folk Opera Mask (equipment), Folk Opera Almsgiving Armor (equipment), Folk Opera Leather Bracer (equipment), Folk Opera Half Boots (equipment), Wind Chime (rarity), digital soundtrack |
| Deluxe Edition | Pre-order bonus: same as Standard Edition Additional content: same as Digital Deluxe Edition Physical items: Steelbook, Wind Chime chain, pin of the golden sun crow, Thunderstone ring, headband, silk scroll Chaos at the Banquet of Pearls, warranty certificate, stamp, postcard |
| Collector’s Edition | Pre-order bonus: same as Standard Edition Additional content: same as Digital Deluxe Edition Physical items: Steelbook, Wind Chime chain, pin of the golden sun crow, Thunderstone ring, silk scroll The Teachings of Heart-Stura, warranty certificate, stamp, postcards, 40 cm statue of Sun Wukong |
How much does the game cost? Depending on which edition and platform you choose, the price will vary. You can expect the following prices:
- Standard Edition
- PS5: 69.99 €
- Steam: 59.99 €
- Digital Deluxe Edition
- PS5: 79.99 €
- Steam: 69.99 €
- Deluxe Edition
- PS5: Currently out of stock
- Steam: Currently out of stock
- Collector’s Edition
- PS5: Currently out of stock
- Steam: Currently out of stock
What is the age rating for the game? Black Myth: Wukong is rated for ages 18 and up.
System requirements and benchmark tool
What system requirements does your PC need to meet? Here are the minimum requirements according to the Steam homepage of Black Myth: Wukong:
- Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 130 GB of available storage
- Sound card: Windows Compatible Audio Device
- Additional notes: HDD supported, SSD recommended. The above specifications were tested with DLSS/FSR/XeSS enabled.
How much storage does the game need? The game requires 130 gigabytes of available storage on the target disk.
Does Black Myth: Wukong use Denuvo? Yes, Black Myth: Wukong includes the third-party DRM Denuvo.
Where can I find the “benchmark tool”? Black Myth: Wukong also offers a free benchmark tool that you can download from Steam. With it, you can check if your hardware is up to the game. You can find the tool here on Steam.
Denuvo’s copy protection has long been criticized. Besides its function as protection against piracy, it seems to throttle PCs through system queries. Previous releases of games with Denuvo also encountered problems. More on this is explained by our tech expert Benedikt Schlotmann in this article: Players ask: What does a single-player game from Ubisoft need three annoying copy protection versions for?
