After a four-year wait since its initial announcement in 2020, the much-anticipated Black Myth: Wukong has finally been reviewed, and the verdict is in! Dive into the details and see what critics have to say about this highly awaited game.

Black Myth: Wukong Is Almost Here

But Only On PC

Since its captivating first trailer in 2020, Black Myth: Wukong has been generating immense hype. The game has garnered an impressive 82 Metascore on Metacritic, compiled from 54 critic reviews, indicating strong critical acclaim.

The consensus among reviewers is that Black Myth: Wukong excels as an action game, with a focus on precise and engaging combat that enhances its well-crafted boss fights. The game's stunning visuals and a richly detailed world filled with secrets have also been praised. Rooted in Chinese mythology, specifically the epic tale of Journey to the West and the adventures of Sun Wukong, the game introduces this mythology effectively. GamesRadar+ even described it as "a fun action RPG that feels like the modern God of War games viewed through the lens of Chinese mythology."

PCGamesN went further to suggest that Black Myth: Wukong could be a contender for Game of the Year (GOTY), yet noted some potential drawbacks that might not sit well with all players. Common criticisms include subpar level design, sudden spikes in difficulty, and occasional technical issues. Additionally, the game's narrative has been described as disjointed, reminiscent of older FromSoftware titles, where players need to delve into in-game item descriptions to piece together the full story.

It's worth noting that all review copies provided were for the PC version only, leaving console performance on PS5 unassessed at this point.

Streamers and Reviewers Reportedly Received Controversial Guidelines

Over the weekend, controversy emerged when it was reported that one of Black Myth: Wukong's co-publishers distributed a document to streamers and publications detailing review guidelines. The document included a list of "Do’s and Don’ts," specifically advising against discussing topics such as "violence, nudity, feminist propaganda, fetishization, and other content that instigates negative discourse."

This sparked intense debate within the gaming community. A user on Twitter (X) expressed disbelief, saying, "It is WILD to me that this actually made it out the door. These guidelines had to have gone past multiple people/departments. Also, creators casually signing this and not speaking up is just as wild, unfortunately just less surprising.." Conversely, some community members saw no issue with the guidelines.

Despite the controversy surrounding the review guidelines, anticipation for Black Myth: Wukong remains high. The game currently ranks as the best-selling and most wishlisted title on Steam ahead of its release. While there are concerns about the lack of console reviews, the game is poised for a significant launch.