Black Myth: Wukong Could Beat Counter-Strike’s Peak Player Count Record on Steam

As a long-time gaming enthusiast and connoisseur of Asian mythology, I am utterly captivated by the meteoric rise of Black Myth: Wukong. Having spent countless hours delving into the rich tapestry of Chinese folklore, I can confidently say that Game Science has managed to breathe fresh life into the tales of Journey to the West in a way few other games have managed before. The sheer scale and spectacle of this game are truly awe-inspiring, and it’s no wonder that it’s garnering such a massive following on Steam.

Today marks the release of Black Myth: Wukong, and it’s creating quite a stir! On Steam, this game has swiftly climbed to a peak simultaneous player count of nearly 1.5 million, which is incredibly close to challenging Counter-Strike 2 (previously known as CSGO) for the top spot, with its record of 1.8 million concurrent players.

For a while now, this highly anticipated Chinese action RPG backed by Tencent has been building buzz as one of 2024’s most awaited game releases. Lately, leaked content has given us a sneak peek into its impressive features. Now that it’s finally out, the positive response from players seems to confirm the hype surrounding it.

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Game Science, based in Shenzhen, is the developer behind Black Myth. This action-adventure game is heavily influenced by the classic tale Journey to the West. In Black Myth, players take on the role of the ‘Chosen One’, embarking on an epic journey that takes them through a sprawling world filled with colossal, awe-inspiring bosses, some of which are among the most impressive in recent memory.

Due to a highly effective pre-release promotional strategy, the game “Black Myth: Wukong” has seen its popularity surge rapidly over the past two weeks. Globally, it’s been met with widespread acclaim, and on Steam in particular, the number of players is skyrocketing.

Currently as I speak, approximately 1.42 million people find themselves fully immersed in the captivating world of Black Myth, delving into everything this outstanding game has to unveil.

Despite the apparent success in the realm of Game Science, it’s important to note that not everything is running smoothly. In fact, the studio has faced criticism lately for their ‘influencer guidelines,’ which advise against promoting feminist ideologies or discussing topics closely tied to China during live streams.

Will Black Myth: Wukong top the all-time high held by Counter-Strike?

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