Black Myth: Wukong has achieved remarkable success within a week of its release, breaking sales records by selling millions of copies and becoming one of the fastest-selling games of all time, according to analysts.
Developer Game Science announced on Friday that the game had sold 10 million copies across all platforms, with a peak of 3 million concurrent players. This aligns with data from third-party Steam tracking sites like SteamDB, showing that the game reached a peak of 2.4 million concurrent players just two days after release. It continues to maintain over 2 million players at present.
Black Myth: Wukong has sold 10 million copies across all platforms.
(Data as of 21:00 Beijing time, August 23, 2024)Thanks to all players worldwide for your support and love.
Have a great gaming weekend!#BlackMythWukong pic.twitter.com/mp3mk9JxrX— Black Myth: Wukong (@BlackMythGame) August 23, 2024
Niko Partners analyst Daniel Ahmad noted that Wukong has become one of the fastest-selling games of all time, surpassing Elden Ring and Hogwarts Legacy in the same timeframe. In terms of concurrent players, it has only been surpassed by PUBG, which peaked at 3.2 million players on Steam six years ago.
The success of Wukong can be attributed to various factors, including its stunning visual style powered by Unreal Engine 5 and its soulslike gameplay. Ahmad suggests that the game’s popularity in China, where it resonates strongly with players due to its connection to the famous Chinese novel Journey to the West, played a significant role in its success.
Furthermore, Wukong exemplifies the ability of Chinese developers to compete globally in the video game industry, reflecting changing player preferences. The rise of Chinese game development studios and their capacity to deliver blockbuster gaming experiences like Wukong signifies a shift in the landscape of the industry.
Despite controversies and a long development period, Wukong has appealed to players worldwide, indicating a shift in how Chinese games are perceived on the global stage.
