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Black Myth: Wukong

Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG game from the developers at Game Science. Based on the original Chinese novel Journey to the West, players take on the role of Sun Wukong, a legendary monkey warrior who fights against mythical beasts and beings to save his world.

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Black Myth: Wukong
Action RPG
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Top Critic Avg: 81/100 Critics Rec: 80%
Released
August 20, 2024
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ // Blood, Violence
Developer(s)
Game Science
Publisher(s)
Game Science
Engine
Unreal Engine 5
Steam Deck Compatibility
Unknown

ESRB
M For Mature 17+ // Blood, Violence

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