Game Science's explanation for Black Myth: Wukong's absence on Xbox Series S—the console's limited 8GB usable RAM—has sparked considerable player skepticism. While studio president Yokar-Feng Ji cites the difficulty of optimization with such constrained resources, many gamers remain unconvinced.

The announcement has fueled speculation regarding the true reasons behind the exclusion. Some suspect an exclusive deal with Sony, while others criticize the developers for perceived laziness, pointing to successful Series S ports of graphically demanding titles. The timing of the revelation—after years of development and a recent Xbox release date announcement at The Game Awards 2023—further fuels this skepticism.

Player comments highlight this disbelief:

• "This contradicts earlier reports. Game Science announced the Xbox release date in December 2023; surely they knew the Series S specs then?"
• "Lazy developers and a subpar engine are the likely culprits."
• "I find their explanation unconvincing."
• "Games like Indiana Jones, Starfield, and Hellblade 2 run perfectly on Series S, proving the issue lies with the developers."
• "It's just another excuse."

The lack of a definitive answer regarding a potential Xbox Series X|S release only intensifies the controversy surrounding Black Myth: Wukong's platform availability.