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It’s been less than 24 hours sinceBlack Myth Wukonglaunched, and the much-awaited action RPG has already shattered records on Steam. Despite the controversies surrounding developer Game Science in the lead-up to the game’s release, it seems that nothing could stop the hype train from reaching its final destination.
As of writing, this dark and gritty take on the beloved Chinese novel“Journey to the West”has not only surpassed the previous record holder,Cyberpunk 2077, but has done so by a staggering margin.
Black Myth: Wukong Leaves Every Other Game in the Dust
WhenCyberpunk 2077launched in December 2020, it set a new record for the most concurrent players in a single-player game on Steam, with a peak of 1,054,388 players at the time of writing. Once it seemed like a milestone that would stand for years to come.
EnterBlack Myth: Wukong. In less than a day, the game has not only beatenCyberpunk 2077‘s record but has more than doubled it, with a mind-boggling 2,223,179 concurrent players and counting. To put that into perspective, that’s more than the entire population of Houston, Texas, all playing the same game at the same time.
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Even more impressive is the fact thatBlack Myth Wukonghas outperformed some of the most popular multiplayer games onSteam.Palworld, which launched earlier this year to much fanfare, peaked at 2,101,867 concurrent players.Black Myth Wukonghas already surpassed that number, and it’s not even a multiplayer game!
The Journey to the Top of the Steam Charts
As things stand, the only game standing betweenWukongand the title of most-played game on Steam isPUBG: Battlegrounds. But if the game continues toattract new players at its current pace, it’s not hard to imagine it claiming that crown as well.
What makes theBlack Myth Wukongplayer count even more remarkable is the fact that it launched on a Tuesday. Traditionally, weekdays are slower for gaming, as many players have work or school commitments that limit their playtime. The fact that the game has managed to put up these numbers despite that handicap shows just how much anticipation there was for its release.
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It’s also worth noting that this triumph comes in the face of some significant controversy. In the weeks leading up to launch, reports surfaced thatGame Science‘s marketing team had instructed content creators not to include any“feminist propaganda”or mention sensitive topics like COVID-19 in their coverage.
While those reports certainly raised eyebrows, it seemsthat they did little to dampen players’ enthusiasm for the game.Of course, it remains to be seen whether The Destined One can maintain his momentum in the days and weeks to come. But one thing is clear: single-player gaming is far from dead.
In fact, ifBlack Myth Wukongsteam release’s early success is any indication, it’s never been more alive! Have you playedBlack Myth Wukongyet? What do you think of the game’s record-breaking launch? Let us know in the comments below!
Soumyajit Mukherjee
Gaming Writer
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Soumyajit Mukherjee is a Gaming Writer at FandomWire, known for his deep dives into tactical shooters and co-op games. Since joining in June 2024, he’s focused on breakout multiplayer titles like Helldivers 2 and Marvel Rivals, bringing sharp analysis and veteran instincts to every story. His gaming journey began at a local café with the OG Modern Warfare 2, and from that very first frag, he’s been chasing the rush ever since.A former competitive Rainbow Six Siege team captain, Soumyajit has played and written about everything from CS:GO, Valorant, Overwatch, and Apex Legends to Rocket League, Call of Duty, and Battlefield. He’s proudly PC-first and has been since said LAN days… but with GTA 6 looming on the horizon, a long-overdue PS5 might finally sneak onto his setup.
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