Summary
- Black Myth: Wukong's physical editions come with no disc but include digital download codes, offering collectibles and in-game bonuses.
- Xbox version's release is delayed, focusing on PS5 and PC; pre-orders reveal standard, digital deluxe, deluxe, and collector's editions.
- Physical deluxe and collector's editions of Black Myth: Wukong contain a variety of collectibles in addition to in-game bonuses.
Soulslike fans have been eagerly anticipating the upcoming Black Myth: Wukong for 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 novel Journey to the West, Black Myth: Wukong puts 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 of Black Myth: Wukong's physical release is 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.
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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 that the Xbox version of Black Myth: Wukong has been delayed to an indefinite date. The editions available at launch will be for PlayStation 5 and PC.
The recently launched pre-orders for Black Myth: Wukong show that there are four distinct versions of the game, the Standard Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Collector's Edition. Physical releases of Black Myth: Wukong are 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 of Black Myth: Wukong will not include a disc and instead provide players with a digital download code, though both editions come with a slew of physical collectibles.
Standard Edition
- MSRP: $59.99
- Pre-Order Bonus: Trailblazer's Scarlet Gourd
Digital Deluxe Edition
- MSRP: $69.99
- Pre-Order Bonus: Trailblazer's Scarlet Gourd
- Additional Content: Bronzecloud Staff, Folk Opera Armor Set, Wind Chimes, Digital Soundtrack
Deluxe Edition
- MSRP: $169.99
- Pre-Order Bonus: Trailblazer's Scarlet Gourd
- Additional Content: Bronzecloud Staff, Folk Opera Armor Set, Wind Chimes, Digital Soundtrack
- Physical Collectibles: Steelbook case, Wind Chime Necklace, Gold Sun Crow Pin, Thunderstone Ring, Constricting Headband, Chaos at the Pearls Banquet (silk scroll), Warranty Certificate, Stamps and Postcard
Collector's Edition
- MSRP: $399.99
- Pre-Order Bonus: Trailblazer's Scarlet Gourd
- Additional Content: Bronzecloud Staff, Folk Opera Armor Set, Wind Chimes, Digital Soundtrack
- Physical Collectibles: Steelbook case, Wind Chime Necklace, Gold Sun Crow Pin, Thunderstone Ring, Teaching of the Heart Sutra (silk scroll), Warranty Certificate, Stamps and Postcard, Confront Destiny (40cm statue of Sun Wukong)
Important Caveats About Black Myth: Wukong's Various Editions
One of the more important facts to keep in mind regarding Black Myth: Wukong's various editions is the availability of each depending on the platform. While the Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions of Black Myth: Wukong are 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 install Black 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 content available as part of the Digital Deluxe Edition is consistent across all versions, with the physical Deluxe and Collector's Editions set apart by the collectibles they include rather than any additional in-game bonuses.
Black Myth: Wukong
- Released
- August 20, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
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 can also freely combine different spells, abilities, weapons, and equipment to find the winning strategy that best suits your combat style.
- Developer(s)
- Game Science
- Publisher(s)
- Game Science
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
