Black Myth: Wukong Dominates Steam Charts Pre-Launch

Black Myth: Wukong has soared to the pinnacle of the Steam charts worldwide, achieving this remarkable feat even before its official launch. This article delves into its success both in the West and its home country, China.

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

Wukong’s Rise to the Top

As the release date approaches, Black Myth: Wukong has reached an unprecedented level of excitement, catapulting it to the top of Steam's best-seller charts. The action RPG has consistently held a spot within the platform's top 100 for nine weeks, reaching number 17 just last week. A recent surge in popularity has propelled it past even stalwarts like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG.

Twitter(X) user @Okami13_ pointed out that the game "also regularly stayed in the top 5 on Chinese Steam for the past two months."

The fervor around Black Myth: Wukong has reached a global peak, but its impact in China has been particularly profound. Local media has hailed it as the pinnacle of Chinese AAA game development, a significant accolade in a country that is rapidly becoming a powerhouse in the gaming industry, boasting titles like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves.

The game was first introduced through a 13-minute pre-alpha gameplay trailer in 2020. Even then, it amassed an astonishing 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 level of attention not only thrust Game Science into the global spotlight but also led to an enthusiastic fan breaking into the studio on a Saturday morning to express their admiration, according to IGN China.

For Game Science, a studio predominantly known for mobile games, the overwhelming response to Black Myth: Wukong marks a monumental achievement, especially given that the game has yet to be released.

The anticipation for Black Myth: Wukong has been relentless. From its initial reveal, players were drawn to its stunning visuals and Souls-like combat, highlighted by epic battles against colossal creatures. With the game set to launch on August 20th for PC and PlayStation 5, the excitement is palpable. Only time will tell if Black Myth: Wukong can live up to its immense promise.