The Black Myth Wukong Phenomenon: A Record-Breaking Launch Despite the Controversies

The launch of Black Myth: Wukong may well go down as one of the most remarkable debuts in video game history. The game shattered records across the industry, making an unprecedented impact. According to data from SteamDB, the title hit a peak of 2.23 million day-one players on Steam alone, far surpassing expectations and setting a new benchmark for future releases. This phenomenal performance places Black Myth: Wukong among the most successful video game launches ever recorded, especially on Steam.

The game that is being lauded as China’s first AAA video game already created a frenzy on social media following its debut. The hashtag #BlackMythWukong surged to the second spot on Weibo, China's leading microblogging platform, amassing an impressive 1.7 billion impressions. The game's Tuesday launch resonated beyond China, making significant waves in the United States, Singapore, and other countries, where Black Myth: Wukong trended across social media platforms.