The studios behind Stellar Blade and Phantom Blade Zero have publicly celebrated the international success of Black Myth: Wukong, highlighting the game’s role in expanding the global reach of action games developed in Asia. This recognition underscores a growing trend where Asian-developed games are achieving significant global traction.
Black Myth: Wukong is based on the famous Chinese legend Journey to the West, which has given it a strong cultural foundation. Developed in China, a region with the world’s largest gaming population, the game faced the challenge of making a substantial impact outside its home market. Despite the general trend of Asian breakout successes having limited global reach, Black Myth: Wukong has managed to stand out.
The game’s success is notable; it quickly became one of the fastest-selling games of all time, surpassing major titles like Elden Ring and Tears of the Kingdom by selling 10 million units within just three days. Its peak concurrent player count on Steam reached approximately 2.4 million, setting a record for single-player games on the platform and falling just short of PUBG’s record.
Shift Up, the Korean studio behind Stellar Blade, expressed their admiration for Black Myth: Wukong through social media, acknowledging the game’s success and celebrating it as a milestone for Asian game developers. Their tweet reflects a sense of solidarity and pride in the achievements of fellow creators from the region.
Similarly, the developers of Phantom Blade Zero, another Chinese game, also congratulated Black Myth: Wukong on social media. They expressed pride in their compatriots’ accomplishments and emphasized the role of games as cultural bridges. Both studios look forward to sharing more aspects of Chinese culture with the global audience through their upcoming projects.
