Game Science has announced Black Myth: Zhong Kui. It is the next game in the Black Myth series following Black Myth: Wukong, and will launch for “mainstream console platforms” and PC. It is notably not a direct sequel to Black Myth Wukong. A release date was not announced. A cinematic trailer showing the titular character Zong Kui, who’s known as the “King of Ghosts” who controls demons in Chinese mythology was also released.
Additional details via a Q&A:
To hunt the ghosts without is light.
But those within burn deep to fight.
FAQ
Why announce Black Myth: Zhong Kui now?
Because it is our tradition to report our progress to players on every August 20—and this year is no exception.
However, with the project being little more than an empty folder at this stage, there’s hardly any game footage we could share. To keep all hands focused on development, we decided to deliver a CG short to let everyone know that a new project has kicked off.
Why Zhong Kui now? Why not a Black Myth: Wukong sequel first?
Thanks to the unwavering support from our players, the first Black Myth title has landed safely. Upon completing the journey with the Destined One, we now aspire to take a tentative first step-to build more distinct game experiences, to challenge ourselves with bolder features, and to bring fresh ideas to our world and narrative design.
Zhong Kui came as a natural choice born of that aspiration and other contributing factors. We are confident that, in this new project, we can make refreshing changes, create new things, while taking a hard look at our past flaws and regrets. And to all friends who love Black Myth: Wukong: the westward journey won’t end here.
As the second title in the Black Myth series, how does Black Myth: Zhong Kui compare to Black Myth: Wukong? What’s similar, and what’s different?
Judging by the name, Black Myth: Zhong Kui shares the same foundation of ancient Chinese myth and folklore. In terms of genre, it will remain a standard single-player ARPG, following the same business model as before.
However you won’t be playing a monkey role this time. That said, we’re still exploring and experimenting with the concrete differences between Wukong and Zhong Kui. So take it easy-let us impress ourselves first before we serve it to you.
Is there a rough release date for Black Myth: Zhong Kui?
Well, to be honest-even Yocar himself has absolutely no idea. Please stay tuned for updates via our official website and our official accounts on YouTube, X, Facebook and other platforms.
Just a warm reminder: starting today, our username across all platforms will change from Black Myth: Wukong to Black Myth. All future official news relevant to Black Myth titles will be posted via the Black Myth accounts-one-time subscription, no further action needed.
On what platforms will Black Myth: Zhong Kui launch?
PC and all mainstream console platforms. Final information will be confirmed prior to release.
Could you share more on the story and gameplay of Black Myth: Zhong Kui?
Hard to say for now… looks like we’re not even done with the outline yet.
The dev team, on the other hand, is absolutely fired up-itching to tell new stories well and add new fun to the game, all the while making sure Wukong players feel right at home-and catching them off guard in the best way (sweating-grin intensifies).
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