Selling over 10 million copes within in the first 3 days, breaking Steam’s record of concurrent players with more than 37 million online together, attracting people not only in china but also around the world. Black Myth: Wukong is definitely something to watch if you define yourself as a gamer.

The game has become the latest blockbuster in the gaming industry and could be a harbinger of things to come. Not only it’s the first time China produced a Triple A story-driven game, but the numerous cultural elements within the game have also received acclaim. We find out what really is behind this game, hearing analysis from experts to understand its cultural implications and broader impact for the future.

Image: Photo by Ralf Liebhold on Shutterstock

Produced By: David Zhuang

Featured In Story: Dr Mark Johnson – Senior Lecturer in Digital Cultures – University of Sydney, and Dr Jacqueline Burgess – Lecturer in International Business – University of the Sunshine Coast

First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 11 September 2024