Game Overview for Black Myth: Wukong
“Black Myth: Wukong” is an action RPG developed by Game Science, inspired by the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West. The game follows a new narrative that expands upon the original myth, focusing on the quest to recover the power of Sun Wukong after his defeat by the Celestial Court. Players control an anthropomorphic monkey known as the “Destined One,” who seeks to retrieve six powerful relics scattered across China to restore Sun Wukong or become his successor.
Story Background
The story of “Black Myth: Wukong” picks up after the original Journey to the West. After achieving enlightenment, Sun Wukong rejects life in the Celestial Court, leading to a battle against Erlang Shen and the forces of Heaven. Defeated and sealed in stone, Sun Wukong splits his power into six relics hidden across the world. The “Destined One” embarks on a perilous journey to find these relics, facing numerous enemies and trials along the way.
Main Plot Points
- The First Relic – Craving Eyes: Recovered at the ruins of Guanyin Temple by defeating Heifeng Guai, who reveals his reluctant opposition forced by the Celestial Court.
- The Second Relic – Fuming Ears: Located at Yellow Wind Ridge, guarded by the Yellow Wind Sage, and obtained with the severed head of Bodhisattva Lingji.
- The Third Relic – Hubris Nose: Found in the Little Western Paradise, after freeing Zhu Bajie and defeating Yellowbrow.
- The Fourth Relic – Envious Tongue: Hidden in the Spider Demons’ lair; obtained by rescuing Zhu Bajie and defeating Violet Spider and Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master.
- The Fifth Relic – Grieved Body: Protected by the Bull Demon King in the Flaming Mountains, retrieved after defeating Red Boy.
- The Sixth Relic – Wukong’s Mind: The final piece needed for Wukong’s revival, lost, leading to the realization that the Destined One is meant to become the new Sun Wukong.
World Lore
The game’s world is richly infused with elements of Chinese mythology and culture. Each region the player explores reflects a different aspect of ancient Chinese beliefs, from sacred temples to mythical beasts and legendary figures. As the player progresses, they encounter gods, demons, and spirits, each bringing new challenges and deepening the game’s mythological tapestry.
- Regions Explored: The Guanyin Temple ruins, Yellow Wind Ridge, Little Western Paradise, the Spider Demon’s lair, and Flaming Mountains, among others.
- Mythological Elements: The game features various relics, legendary beasts, and divine beings that players must interact with or defeat to proceed.
Character Introductions
Below are the major characters featured in “Black Myth: Wukong,” each with their own post page providing detailed backgrounds, motivations, and significance in the story:
Sun Wukong (Monkey King)
A versatile fighter with shape-shifting abilities, incredible speed, agility, and a magic staff that changes size. His overconfidence can be his downfall.
Erlang Shen (God of War)
A divine warrior with immense strength, skilled in martial arts, and equipped with a third eye that sees through illusions. His rigid sense of justice may limit his adaptability.
Baigujing (White Bone Spirit)
An illusionist skilled in stealth and poison attacks, but has low defense against physical and pure attacks.
Nezha (Young Warrior God)
A fearless fighter with mastery over various weapons, including a fire-tipped spear, and the ability to fly.
Tang Sanzang (Monk)
A wise healer with protective spells and valuable guidance but weak in physical combat due to his pacifist nature.
Sha Wujing (Sandy)
A loyal protector with high defense and combat skills, particularly in water environments, but lacks strong offensive capabilities.
Black Bear Guai
A formidable foe at the ruins of Guanyin Temple, who battles the Destined One to protect the first relic.
Instructor Daolang
A fierce general who commands an army and has a deep connection to the Heavenly Court, offering a tough battle challenge.
Black Wing King
A dark and powerful leader of the demons, who holds one of the key relics needed to revive Sun Wukong.
Yellow Wind Sage
The ruler of Yellow Wind Ridge, who possesses great wisdom and controls dangerous winds that can be used in battle.
Tiger Vanguard
A warrior representing the aggressive nature of the Heavenly Court, commanding various minions.
Yellowbrow
A cunning trickster who uses deceptive tactics and traps to challenge the player.
Centipede Guai
An ancient demon with centipede-like features, known for its deadly speed and poison attacks.
Kang-Jin Loong
A mystical dragon guardian who protects sacred relics and tests the player’s perseverance.
Captain Kalpa-Wave
A warrior known for his control over water elements, adding a strategic challenge to battles.
Hundred-Eyed Daoist Master
A mystical figure with a hundred eyes, representing wisdom and omniscience, providing complex battles involving illusion and sight.
Violet Spider
A dangerous matriarch of the Spider Demons, whose web-based attacks require precise strategy to defeat.
Red Boy
A fiery young demon with powerful flame-based abilities, adding intensity to the game’s combat sequences.
Yaksha King
A powerful figure associated with water elements and often appears as a gatekeeper to major game regions.
Quick as Fire, Fast as Wind
Twin warriors who embody the elements of fire and wind, challenging players with their synchronized attacks.
Pale-Axe Stalwart
A guardian with a massive axe, renowned for his strength and formidable defense.
Cloudy Mist, Misty Cloud
Masters of illusion, using fog and cloud to confuse and attack the player.
Keeper of Flaming Mountains
A protector of the Flaming Mountains, tied closely to the lore of Sun Wukong’s journeys.
Yin-Yang Fish
A unique character symbolizing balance, often involved in puzzles that test the player’s understanding of duality.
Stone Monkey
A reference to Sun Wukong’s original form, providing a pivotal point in the narrative.
The Great Sage’s Broken Shell
A mystical item and a fragment of Sun Wukong, vital for unlocking his power.
Supreme Inspector
A figure representing judgment and law, challenging players with both logic and combat.
Gold Armored Rhino
A heavily armored opponent who tests the player’s patience and strategy.
Cloudtreading Deer
A swift creature who provides both a chase sequence and a lesson in agility.
Feng-Tail General
A general commanding a force of wind-based soldiers, known for their speed and agility.
Emerald-Armed Mantis
A warrior with lightning-fast strikes and a penchant for martial arts combat.