Black Myth: Wukong, one of the most eagerly anticipated games in recent years, is expected to revolutionize both gameplay and graphics since its announcement. The review embargo for the game will lift on August 16, 2024, just four days before the game’s launch. This means we’ll soon find out critics’ thoughts on the game’s Western Journey adventure.
Countdown to Black Myth: Wukong
Preloading on the PlayStation Store will begin on August 18, 2024. Those who pre-order the digital copy will be able to download the game with the latest updates. Additionally, a day-one patch is expected to be released on the game’s launch day, August 20, 2024.
There were some rumors about performance concerns with the PS5 version, but journalist ignusthewise, who had the opportunity to try the game at Gamescom and Hangzhou, confirmed that these concerns are unfounded. The PS5 version is highly optimized, and the developer kits were also available at these events.
According to Daniel Ahmad, Research and Insights Director at Niko Partners, Black Myth: Wukong has received so many pre-orders in China that it has become the best-selling game globally on Steam, Valve’s digital distribution platform.
After a 4-year development process, the game is approaching its release week. To summarize the schedule:
- August 16: Reviews will be available.
- August 18: Preloading begins.
- August 20, 2024: The game will be fully available.