Announcing Black Myth: Wukong's Xbox Arrival spectral-wings
Will Xbox users get to play Black Myth: Wukong?
Gear up, fellow gamers! The highly anticipated action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, inspired by Chinese mythology and the revered classic novel, Journey to the West, is finally making its console debut on the Xbox Series X|S. Set to release on August 20, 2025, the Xbox iteration will follow closely on the heels of its PC and PS5 counterparts, which dropped last year on August 20, 2024[1][2][4].
If the hype surrounding the PC version last year is any indication, you'll want to keep an eye on this one. In its initial launch year, Black Myth: Wukong was the most-wishlisted game on Steam, outshining other much-anticipated titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong, Frostpunk 2, and STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl[3].
But why the wait for the Xbox version? While the studio, Game Science, initially denied any year-long exclusivity deal, rumors and industry whispers started to swirl[2][4]. Microsoft remained tight-lipped on the matter, merely stating its continued work with Game Science to bring the game to Xbox. The developer, in turn, cited optimization challenges[2][4], especially for the less powerful Xbox Series S.
So, Microsoft console lovers, put a note in your calendars! Pre-orders for the Xbox version begin on June 18, 2025, and the first price drop for the game happens at the same time[1][4]. Get ready to step into the fantastical world of Black Myth: Wukong very soon!
Game Release Details
- Xbox Series X|S release: August 20, 2025
- Pre-orders opening: June 18, 2025
- Initial PC and PS5 release: August 20, 2024
- The Xbox release may have been delayed due to an exclusivity deal with PlayStation and optimization challenges[1][2][4]
- Gaming enthusiasts can now look forward to playing the much-anticipated action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, on their Xbox Series X|S consoles, as it's scheduled to release on August 20, 2025.
- Alongside the Xbox release, Microsoft has also opened pre-orders for the game on June 18, 2025, offering a great opportunity for early access to this highly-touted title.
- Initially released on PC and PS5 in August 2024, Black Myth: Wukong quickly became the most-wishlisted game on Steam, pushing aside other promising games such as Hollow Knight: Silksong and STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
- Technology aficionados with a preference for Microsoft gadgets can browse an array of gaming products, including the Xbox Series X|S, laptop, and various other Microsoft devices, on numerous technology and gadget online stores.
