🎮 The gaming universe just got a whole lot more exciting! \"Black Myth: Wukong,\" the much-awaited action RPG, dropped at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday and it's already making waves. 🌊
In just over an hour after its release, by 11:40 a.m., the game surged to the top of Steam's hot play chart, boasting over 1.2 million players worldwide. Talk about a legendary launch! 🚀
Inspired by the classic 16th-century Chinese novel \"Journey to the West,\" this game brings the epic tales of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King 🐵👑, to life. For those who don't know, Sun Wukong is famed for his supernatural powers and cheeky antics. The story has been a cultural staple across China and East Asia, spawning operas, TV shows, movies, and now, an epic video game adventure! 🎬
Developed by Game Science over six meticulous years, \"Black Myth: Wukong\" had a hefty budget of at least 400 million yuan (about $56 million). That's some serious coin! 💰 This investment not only marks it as China's pioneering AAA title but also showcases the country's growing cultural influence beyond traditional mediums.
Pre-sales were nothing short of phenomenal. The game snagged the top spot on Steam's best-seller list in multiple regions, and industry insiders are buzzing. Predictions estimate sales could hit anywhere between 5 to 10 million copies. Cha-ching! 💸 Potential revenues could soar above 2.6 billion yuan, excluding platform fees. Looks like \"Black Myth: Wukong\" is set to be a gaming behemoth! 🦍
Whether you're a hardcore gamer or just love epic stories, this is one adventure you won't want to miss. Time to grab your controller and join the Monkey King on his epic quest! 🛡️🎉
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'Black Myth: Wukong' attracts 1.2m gamers within hours of release
cgtn.com
