I’ve been waiting for Black Myth: Wukong like a kid waiting for fireworks on the Fourth of July. And when I finally got my hands on it, I was blown away—mostly.
The moment the opening cinematic faded and I took control of the Destined One, I knew I was in for something special. The world? Absolutely breathtaking. Think Elden Ring meets Journey to the West—lush forests dripping with detail, ancient temples crumbling with character, and sunlight that hits just right through the misty bamboo groves. This isn’t just next-gen—this feels like a generational leap.
The Gameplay: Mythology in Motion
Combat is where Wukong really shines. Every move feels like a dance—fluid, fierce, and precise. The staff combat system is deeply satisfying, especially when you start chaining abilities and transforming mid-fight into mythical beasts. Parrying a thunderous blow from a boss and then turning into a massive fire-spewing ape never gets old.
Enemies are varied and steeped in Chinese mythology—demons, celestial warriors, and beasts pulled from legends that feel fresh yet familiar. There’s an unmistakable reverence for folklore here, and it shows in every character design and spell animation.
The Visuals: A Playable Painting
Let’s not pretend here—Black Myth: Wukong is one of the best-looking games I’ve ever played. The lighting, the textures, the animations—everything feels handcrafted. I caught myself just… stopping to stare. The way snow melts under your feet, or the wind whispers through lotus ponds—there’s magic in the smallest things.
It’s not just technically impressive—it’s emotionally beautiful.
But Here’s What Ruined the Flow for Me
Now for the bitter bite.
The camera.
It’s not awful. But it’s also not good.
In tight corridors or boss arenas with multiple enemies, the camera struggles to keep up. It swings too wide or locks awkwardly behind you. And in a game where timing and positioning are everything, this one flaw cost me more deaths than the bosses did.
At times, I wasn’t fighting monsters—I was fighting the camera.
Final Thoughts
Black Myth: Wukong is easily one of the most ambitious and visually stunning games of the decade. The combat is slick, the world is rich with mythology, and the production quality rivals the best of AAA.
But for a game that’s built on movement, elegance, and mastery—it really needs to fix its perspective.
Because no matter how beautiful a game is, it’s hard to enjoy it when the camera is doing somersaults during a boss fight.