THE Black Myth: Wukong Release Date and Time gets closer with every passing second.
Inspired by the Chinese novel Journey to the West, Black Myth: Wukong lets you play as the Destined One, a monkey inspired by Sun Wukong. You’ll use a staff and magic to take on the many enemies you’ll face in this Souls-inspired game.
It’s important to keep in mind though that while Black Myth: Wukong will be releasing on PC and PlayStation 5, the Xbox Series X/S has been delayed as it requires more optimization and does not currently have a release date.
If this game is on your wishlist, take a look below to find it. Black Myth: Wukong Release Date and TimeWe have also included some details about the Black Myth: Wukong Pre-Order Bonuses and Special Editions.
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Black Myth Wukong Release Date and Time
Black Myth: Wukong will be released worldwide on Tuesday August 20, 2024. As of this date, you will be able to play the game on PlayStation 5 on the PlayStation Store or via Steam, the Epic Games Store or WeGame. However, the exact release date of Black Myth: Wukong in your region is a more complicated question.
Since Game Science is based in China, the release time for Black Myth: Wukong is based on the UTC+8 time zone. This means that the game will be available at different times across the world, with some regions getting access a little earlier than others.
So, to make sure you know when you can start playing, here are the Black Myth: Wukong release times:
- UNITED KINGDOM – 3am (BST) Tuesday 20 August
- Europe – 4am (CEST) on Tuesday 20 August
- Central United States – 9:00 p.m. (CT) Monday, August 19
- East Coast of the United States – 10:00 p.m. (EDT) Monday, August 19
- West Coast of the United States – 7:00 p.m. (PDT) Monday, August 19
- Australia – 12:00pm (AEST) Tuesday 20 August
- New Zealand – 2:00pm (NZST) Tuesday 20 August
- Japan – 11am (JST) Tuesday, August 20
Make sure you know the system requirements for Black Myth: Wukong if you’re playing on PC!
Black Myth Wukong Pre-Order Bonuses and Special Editions
Everyone who pre-orders Black Myth: Wukong, whether digital or physical, will receive the Pioneer’s Scarlet Gourd. Don’t worry if you didn’t plan on pre-ordering, as this item can be obtained by progressing through the game. Pre-ordering just means you’ll receive it a little earlier than expected.
In addition to this pre-order bonus, there are four different editions of Black Myth: Wukong: Digital Standard Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Collector’s Edition. While the Digital Standard Edition only offers the Pioneer’s Scarlet Gourd as a bonus, the others all offer additional perks. It’s important to note, however, that Only Digital Standard and Digital Deluxe editions are available for PlayStation 5.
That being said, let’s take a look at these special editions.
The Digital Deluxe Edition, available for PC and PlayStation 5, contains the following:
- Bronzecloud Staff (weapon)
- Folk opera mask (equipment)
- Folk Opera Alms Armor (Equipment)
- Leather armbands for folk opera (equipment)
- Folk opera shoes (equipment)
- Wind Chimes (Curio)
- Selected digital soundtrack
The Deluxe Edition for PC offers the following in addition to the Steam activation code:
- Steel case
- The constrictor headband (made in 1:1 scale)
- Chaos at the Peach Banquet (parchment)
- Wind Chime (Necklace)
- Thunder Stone (Ring)
- Golden Sun Raven (Pin)
- Stamps and postcards
- Warranty certificate
Finally, the Collector’s Edition for PC contains, in addition to the Steam activation code, the following:
- Steel case
- Confront Destiny Figure (40cm)
- Teaching of the Heart Sutra (Scroll)
- Wind Chime (Necklace)
- Thunder Stone (Ring)
- Golden Sun Raven (Pin)
- Stamps and postcards
- Warranty certificate
I hope you enjoy Black Myth: Wukong!
