This Video Game on Steam Broke All Records in Just a Few Hours

An action RPG developed in China has recently taken the gaming world by storm, achieving an impressive number of players within hours of its launch on the platform.

Have you already heard of Black Myth: Wukong? It's rare for a video game to quickly rise to the top of public favorites, especially when it's not from a well-known franchise. This time, the spotlight is on a Chinese-produced game, Black Myth: Wukong. Launched on August 20, the game shattered records in just a few hours, surpassing more established titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Counter-Strike 2.

Black Myth: Wukong has quickly become the most-played single-player title in Steam's history, with over 2.2 million players since its release. According to The Verge, this figure has already surpassed other popular games such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Palworld, both of which accumulated 2.1 million simultaneous players at their peak.

The game's popularity shows no signs of slowing down, and it's possible that in a few days, it could surpass even the most popular multiplayer games on Steam. To date, Black Myth: Wukong has already outpaced the popular shooter Counter-Strike 2, which has 1.8 million players, though it still trails PUBG: Battlegrounds, which boasts nearly a million more players, which is impressive.

Black Myth: Wukong draws heavily from the Chinese novel Journey to the West, which follows the story of the Monkey King. As a result, the game may remind players of the Planet of the Apes film series. Running on Unreal Engine 5, the game impresses with its stunning graphics and fluidity. The detailed characters, mythical creatures, and picturesque mountain settings with Chinese architecture make it a visual marvel.

Primarily an action title with RPG elements, Black Myth: Wukong offers a familiar experience to fans of Dark Souls, though it's less about patience and more about battling enemies inspired by various Chinese mythologies.

So far, the reviews have been overwhelmingly positive, with some critics awarding Black Myth: Wukong a perfect 10/10. It appears that this game is a strong contender for the best video game of the year. So, what are you waiting for? Download it now and try it out!