Black Myth: Wukong becomes #1 most played single-player game of all-time on Day 1

On August 20, 2024, the highly anticipated action RPG Black Myth: Wukong was officially released on Steam. The game quickly climbed the ranks, surpassing popular titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and ELDEN RING. Not only did it become the most-played buyout game on the platform, but early reports also highlighted its impressive pre-order success.

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG deeply rooted in Chinese mythology, the classic novel Journey to the West. In the game, you play as the Destined One, venturing into a world full of challenges.

You will go wondering and uncover the hidden truth behind an ancient legend. The game invites players to explore a fascinating world filled with rich lore and breath-taking landscapes from the classic tale. As the Destined One, you’ll face mighty foes, master varied spells, and discover heartfelt tales behind every character you encounter.

On its release day, Black Myth: Wukong drew in a massive player base, quickly reaching 2,223,179 concurrent players on Steam. This impressive number placed the game second in overall concurrent players on the platform, while also securing the top spot for paid games (not free-to-play), surpassing massive titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and ELDEN RING.

According to the Chinese media, the game had already generated over ¥400 million (more than $56 million) in sales during its pre-order period.

Currently, Black Myth: Wukong has over 127,434 reviews on Steam, with a 96% positive rating, showing strong approval from players.

Here’s a comparison of the all-time peak concurrent player counts for some of Steam’s most popular games:

Black Myth: Wukong offers a rich gameplay experience with its diverse mechanics and deep storyline. As the Destined One, you’ll traverse different regions inspired by Journey to the West, face off against powerful enemies, and master a variety of spells, transformations, and weapons. The game also encourages players to uncover the backstories of the characters they meet.

While Black Myth: Wukong has had an outstanding launch, with many players praising its overall experience, there have been reports of crashes and optimization issues on certain setups. The development team is expected to address these problems and further improve the game in future updates. We look forward to seeing how Black Myth: Wukong will evolve and maintain its momentum in the gaming world.

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