A physical edition of Black Myth: Wukong for PlayStation 5 is coming “very soon,” developer Game Science announced.
Black Myth: Wukong first launched for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on August 20, and has since sold over 20 million copies.
An Xbox Series version is also planned, but has yet to be dated.
Update 06:40 p.m.: According to Dealabs’ Billbil-kun, who has leaked various retail-related information in the past, the PlayStation 5 physical edition of Black Myth: Wukong will launch on October 21 for $64.99 in North America and “very soon” in Europe for €69.99. Here is the box art:
Update 10/21/24 at 9:45 a.m.: The October 21 release date previously mentioned by Billbil-kun appears to have been a listing date. The physical edition is now listed on Amazon with no specific release date.
Update 10/21/24 at 10:21 a.m.: Read the official announcement from distributor PM Studios here:
Official Announce
Black Myth: Wukong PS5 physical edition to be distributed by PM Studios
Here is an overview of the game, via Game Science:
About
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. The story is 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.
Key Features
- Explore a Land of Vast Wonders – A world unseen, where new sights rise with every stride. Enter a fascinating realm filled with the wonders and discoveries of ancient Chinese mythology! As the Destined One, you shall venture through breathtaking landscapes in the classic tale of Journey to the West, creating a new epic of uncharted adventures.
- Confront Mighty Foes, Old and New – Heroic Monkey, might and fame, adversaries rise, to test his name. One of the major highlights of Journey to the West is its diverse cast of adversaries, each with unique strengths. As the Destined One, you shall encounter powerful foes and worthy rivals throughout your journey. Fearlessly engage them in epic battles that know no surrender.
- Temper Your Mastery of Varied Spells – Spells unbound, knowledge’s flight, infinite abilities take their height. Spells, transformations, and magic vessels in all manifestations, complementary yet adversarial, have long been iconic combat elements in Chinese mythology. As the Destined One, aside from mastering various staff techniques, you can also freely combine different spells, abilities, weapons, and equipment to find the winning formula that best suits your combat style.
- Discover Heartfelt Tales Behind Every Facade – Within beings of every kind lies the story of a life. Beneath the ferocity and craftiness of your foes lies an engaging tapestry of their origins, personalities, and motivations waiting to be revealed. As the Destined One, you will uncover the stories behind a variety of characters, delving beyond your battles with them, to taste the love and hate, greed and fury they once had and still carry with them.