Summary
Soulslike fans have been eagerly anticipating the upcomingBlack Myth: Wukongfor just over 4 years, but that wait is finally nearing its end as the game’s August release date fast approaches. Taking inspiration from the Classical 16th Century Chinese novelJourney to the West,Black Myth: Wukongputs players in the shoes of The Monkey King himself, Sun Wukong, as he takes on all manner of creatures from Eastern mythology. One of the questions players have had about the game during its long development was whether the title would be receiving a dedicated physical release, and it appears that players will indeed have the option of picking up a physical copy, albeit with a few caveats.
One of the more surprising elements ofBlack Myth: Wukong’s physical releaseis Game Science’s announcement that none of the available editions will actually include a physical disc. Though players will be able to pick up a physical box and receive all the pre-order bonuses that are available as part of each tier of the game’s release, none of the editions will include a disc, instead opting for a download code. According to the developer, this was done to scale back the cost of getting physical copies into players' hands, and there are still some worthwhile bonuses that make pre-ordering the game an exciting proposition.
Each of Black Myth: Wukong’s Available Editions
Though the title was originally announced for PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC, Game Science has recently revealed thatthe Xbox version ofBlack Myth: Wukonghas been delayed to an indefinite date. The editions available at launch will be for PlayStation 5 and PC.
The recently launched pre-orders forBlack Myth: Wukongshow that there are four distinct versions of the game, theStandard Edition,Digital Deluxe Edition,DeluxeEdition, andCollector’s Edition.Physical releases ofBlack Myth: Wukongare limited to the Deluxe and Collector’s Editions, with the Standard and Digitial Deluxe Editions including digital-only pre-order bonuses that players will be able to download and claim in-game. Again, players should keep in mind that the physical Deluxe and Collector’s Editions ofBlack Myth: Wukongwill not include a disc and instead provide players with a digital download code, though both editions come with a slew of physical collectibles.
Collector’s Edition
Important Caveats About Black Myth: Wukong’s Various Editions
One of the more important facts to keep in mind regardingBlack Myth: Wukong’s various editions is the availability of each depending on the platform. While the Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions ofBlack Myth: Wukongare available on both PS5 and PC, the physical Deluxe and Collector’s Editions are strictly for PC owners, with each edition providing players with a key to download and installBlack Myth: Wukong. As of now, there are no indications of the physical editions of the game arriving on PS5 with an applicable download code. Further,Black Myth: Wukong’s additional in-game contentavailable as part of the Digital Deluxe Edition is consistent across all versions, with the physical Deluxe and Collector’s Editionsset apart by the collectibles they include rather than any additional in-game bonuses.
Black Myth: Wukong
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Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology and based on Journey to the West, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature.You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.As the Destined One, you shall encounter powerful foes and worthy rivals throughout your journey. Fearlessly engage them in epic battles where surrender is not an option.Aside from mastering various staff techniques, you’re able to also freely combine different spells, abilities, weapons, and equipment to find the winning strategy that best suits your combat style.
