Black Myth: Wukong has surged to the top of Steam's global charts, achieving this feat even before its official release. This article delves into the game's remarkable success both in Western markets and in its native China.

Black Myth: Wukong Journeys to the Top of the Steam Charts

Wukong’s Rise to the Top

With its release date fast approaching, Black Myth: Wukong has captured the imagination of gamers worldwide, skyrocketing to the pinnacle of Steam's best-seller list.

The action RPG has maintained a strong presence within Steam's top 100 for nine consecutive weeks, previously holding the 17th spot just a week ago. A recent surge in popularity has propelled it past industry giants like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG.

Twitter user @Okami13_ highlighted that the game has also consistently ranked in the top 5 on the Chinese Steam charts over the past two months.

The fervor surrounding Black Myth: Wukong has reached a global peak, yet its impact in China is especially profound. Chinese media has celebrated it as a benchmark for AAA game development in the country, a testament to China's growing stature in the gaming industry, following successes like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves.

The game first captured attention with a 13-minute pre-alpha gameplay trailer released in 2020. Even then, it amassed an impressive 2 million views on YouTube and 10 million on the Chinese platform Bilibili within the first 24 hours, as reported by the South China Morning Post. This extraordinary interest not only put Game Science on the global map but also led to an enthusiastic fan breaking into the studio on a Saturday morning to express their admiration, according to IGN China.

For a studio known primarily for mobile games, the overwhelming response to Black Myth: Wukong represents a significant milestone for Game Science, especially as the game has yet to be released.

The excitement for Black Myth: Wukong has been relentless. Since its unveiling, players have been enthralled by its stunning visuals and challenging Souls-like combat, featuring epic battles against colossal creatures. As the game's release date on August 20th for PC and PlayStation 5 approaches, anticipation continues to build. Only time will reveal whether Black Myth: Wukong can meet the lofty expectations set by its fervent fanbase.