The recent worldwide release of Black Myth: Wukong has taken the gaming industry by storm. The game has received a positive reception from both critics and players thanks to its stunning visuals, complex combat mechanics, and unique retelling of the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.

One of the standout features of Black Myth: Wukong is its challenging bosses, which will test even the most skilled players and likely require multiple attempts to defeat. This level of difficulty is sure to extend your playtime. But how long is the game exactly? That's a question many players are eager to have answered, as they want to know if the game offers enough content to justify its $60 price tag.

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How Long To Beat Black Myth: Wukong

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Your playtime in Black Myth: Wukong can vary greatly. Focusing solely on the main story and some side content will take you around 30 hours, which is a respectable duration for a linear AAA action RPG. While it may not be a 200-hour epic like Elden Ring, it doesn’t need to be. However, if you plan to experience everything the game has to offer — including all optional bosses, side quests, secrets, and more — your playtime can increase significantly to around 50 hours.

If you’re not particularly skilled at these types of games (and there’s no shame in that), your playtime might extend even further, as you’ll likely spend more time overcoming tough bosses. In that case, you can easily add another ten hours to your total playtime, depending on your skill level.

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How Many Chapters Are In Black Myth: Wukong?

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While Black Myth: Wukong does feature some exploration, it is primarily a linear game where you progress from one location to another. The game is divided into six major regions, each containing several subregions. Each major region corresponds to a chapter, and after defeating the chapter’s final boss, you move on to the next chapter. The main regions are as follows:

  1. Black Wind Mountain - Chapter 1
  2. Yellow Wind Ridge - Chapter 2
  3. The New West - Chapter 3
  4. The Webbed Hollow - Chapter 4
  5. Flaming Mountains - Chapter 5
  6. Mount Huaguo - Chapter 6

Unlike many other linear games, Black Myth: Wukong doesn’t lock you out of previous regions. Fortunately, you can backtrack via the fast travel mechanic. You can use the Keeper's Shrine to teleport between any previously visited regions or subregions, without any cost or penalty.

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Black Myth: Wukong
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6 /10
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Released
August 20, 2024
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WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
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ESRB
M For Mature 17+ // Blood, Violence
Developer(s)
Game Science
Publisher(s)
Game Science
Engine
Unreal Engine 5
Steam Deck Compatibility
Unknown
Genre(s)
Action RPG
How Long To Beat
39 hours
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