*Black Myth: Wukong* had its peak during the Game Awards ceremony, but apparently not enough for the tastes of some of the game's developers.
The Game Awards 2024 was a key moment for Black Myth: Wukong. Developed by Game Science, the game had four major nominations, a first for a Chinese title. It received two awards: “Best Action Game” and “Player Voice”. Still, the team hoped to win the ultimate title: Game of the Year. Astro Bot's victory left the creators, but also the players, with a mixture of pride and frustration…
A seven-year adventure comes to an end for Black Myth
For Game Science, Black Myth: Wukong is not a project like any other. After seven years of development, the studio is finally seeing the fruits of its labor. The awards won during Game Awards are great recognition, but they're not enough to erase some bitterness. On Weibo, Yocar Feng Ji, Founder of Game Science spoke about that evening. He sincerely shared his mixed feelings of satisfaction and regret.
He wrote: “ THE aboveYour nominations are a first in China and it is an honor. But I have to admit that there are disappointments and regrets. I have lost certain illusions. The nominated games were all excellent, but I don't understand the criteria for Game of the Year. I feel like I came for nothing. »
An honest message that reflects the importance of these awards for the studio and the Chinese video game industry.
A fiery community
Black Myth: Wukong players made no secret of their dissatisfaction. On social networks, they expressed their frustration at the absence of their favorite game in the most prestigious categories. Many did it with humor, but the anger shines through. For fans, “Black Myth: Wukong” deserved more. What's more, some have even review bombed the Baldur's Gate 3 page…
The developer noted these reactions with understanding. He explained: “ I understand this anger. Behind it lies pride and confidence. When you believe in a project so much, it's normal to be disappointed when it isn't recognized. » This support for players shows great solidarity between the development team and its community.
Despite the criticism, Game Science never stopped believing Black Myth: Wukong. The developer says that some members of the team sometimes doubted the project. The fear of not achieving success on time or not meeting expectations was present. He, on the other hand, always remained optimistic.
Source: Weibo
