Move over, Marvel—China’s gaming industry just unleashed its own superhero! 🐒 Black Myth: Wukong, the action RPG inspired by the legendary Monkey King, has become the Chinese mainland’s fastest-selling AAA game, raking in a jaw-dropping $961 million in just one month. Steam sales alone hit 20 million copies—enough to fill Beijing’s Bird’s Nest Stadium 200 times over! 🚀
Why Gamers Are Obsessed
This isn’t just another button-masher. Developed by Game Science Studio, Wukong blends stunning visuals (think: Ghost of Tsushima meets Dragon Ball Z 🌋) with deep-rooted Chinese mythology. Analysts say its success proves global audiences crave fresh stories beyond Western tropes.
What’s Next?
Already available on PlayStation, WeGame, and Epic, insiders predict 30-40 million total sales by 2025. 💰 Could this spark a new wave of culturally rich AAA games from Asia? The gaming world is watching—and pressing ‘add to cart.’ 🛒
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'Black Myth: Wukong' sets China AAA game sales record at $961m
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