Is Black Myth: Wukong the Next Must-Play Action RPG of the Year?

Black Myth: Wukong is shaping up to be one of the most exciting mythical action RPGs in recent memory. Based on the classic Chinese tale Journey to the West, this game lets you play as the Destined One—a powerful warrior with access to 72 transformations, mystical spells, and the iconic staff combat style made famous by the Monkey King.

Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game boasts cinematic visuals, challenging boss fights, and a dark, immersive fantasy world. It’s already made waves online, with over 2 million wishlist adds on Steam and growing anticipation across global gaming communities.

Some users in early test builds have flagged issues like lag, frame drops, and crashes, especially on mid-range systems. If you’re experiencing performance hiccups, try updating your GPU drivers, lowering settings like shadows and post-processing, and enabling DLSS or FSR for smoother gameplay.

With a blend of deep lore, fast-paced combat, and jaw-dropping visuals, Black Myth: Wukong could set a new benchmark in the genre.

Are you planning to play it on PC or console—and which part of the game are you most excited for: the combat, the story, or the mythical world-building?