Chinese Mythology Inspired Game Shatters Sales Records Upon Release

The debut of the first-ever Chinese-made AAA game sent ripples throughout the global gaming market, breaking sales records on various platforms and sparking a flurry of brand collaborations. Black Myth: Wukong, an action role-playing game that draws inspiration from Chinese mythology and the classic novel Journey to the West, where Buddhist monk Xuanzang embarks on a pilgrimage to India referred to as the West to obtn scriptures, with his three disciples including Monkey King or Sun Wukong accompanying him.

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The game was released on August 20th and achieved unprecedented recognition online - racking up massive impressions on Weibo platforms. Within days of its launch, the title sold around 4.5 million copies across major gaming platforms such as Steam, Wegame, Epic, and PlayStation PS. The next day after release, over 2.2 million concurrent players were recorded playing it on Steam alone, making it the most-played single-player game in history.

Black Myth: Wukong, developed and published by Game Science, is set agnst the backdrop of 'Spirit Mountn', a world rich with cultural references from the novel. The team that crafted this universe is sd to have spent countless hours delving into historical resources, including the origins and designs of demons and gods depicted in the game. They meticulously researched mountns, rivers, temples, shrines, and inscriptions from the Han, Tang, Song dynasties, and more - all contributing to a deep understanding and depiction of ancient Chinese culture.

The game's impressive reception also catalyzed various brand partnerships:

• Lenovo and Didi took part in celebrating the launch.

As China's gaming industry makes a comeback from previous regulatory crackdowns with double-digit growth last December, global games revenues are projected for $187.7 billion this yeara 2.1 increase from the previous year. The number of gamers worldwide is estimated to reach 3.42 billion by the of the year, an uptick of 4.5. PC gaming revenue is forecasted to grow at a rate of 4, surpassing both mobile and console gaming revenues.

This growth spurt was propelled by factors including increased consumer sping power, advancements in technology that facilitate immersive gameplay experiences on various platforms, robust content production capabilities within China, and the industry's innovative approach to marketing strategies targeting global audiences. The future prospects for China's gaming industry remn bright as it continues to evolve and captivate a growing audience worldwide.

References:

1. Campgn Asia 2023. China’s Gaming Industry's Bright Future.

2. NewZoo Global Games Report 2023.

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