Black Myth: Wukong Tops Steam Charts Days Before its Launch

Black Myth: Wukong's phenomenal success continues! Even before its official release, it has claimed the top spot on Steam's global best-seller charts. Let's delve into its remarkable journey to the summit, both internationally and within its home market, China.

Black Myth: Wukong's Ascent to Steam's Pinnacle

Wukong's Reign at the Top

The anticipation surrounding Black Myth: Wukong's imminent launch has ignited an incredible surge in popularity, catapulting it to the peak of Steam's best-selling games. For nine weeks, it consistently featured within the platform's top 100, a remarkable feat culminating in its recent dominance over established giants like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG.

As noted by Twitter (X) user @Okami13_, the game has also maintained a strong presence in the Chinese Steam market, regularly ranking within the top 5 for the past two months.

While the global excitement is undeniable, Black Myth: Wukong's impact on China has been particularly significant. Domestic media hails it as a prime example of AAA game development from China, a testament to the nation's growing influence in the global gaming landscape, alongside titles like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves.

The initial 13-minute pre-alpha gameplay trailer from 2020 generated extraordinary buzz, amassing 2 million YouTube views and an astounding 10 million views on Bilibili within 24 hours, according to the South China Morning Post. This early success propelled Game Science into the international spotlight, even attracting an overly enthusiastic fan who visited the studio unannounced to express their admiration (as reported by IGN China).

For Game Science, primarily known for mobile games, the overwhelming reception to Black Myth: Wukong represents a monumental achievement, especially considering the game's impending release.

The hype has been relentless. Stunning visuals and Souls-like combat, coupled with epic boss battles, captivated players from the outset. With the PC and PlayStation 5 release on August 20th fast approaching, expectations are sky-high. Only time will tell if Black Myth: Wukong lives up to its immense potential.