We've got good news, and we've got bad news for Xbox players looking forward to playing Black Myth: Wukong.
The good news for Xbox fans is that Black Myth: Wukong is indeed coming to the Xbox Series S/Xs. However, there is a catch: it isn't anytime soon. Game Science, the developer behind the game, has confirmed that while they are working on the Xbox version, it is currently being optimized to meet their quality standards. This means an Xbox release will come at a later, yet unspecified date.
The Chinese developers have yet to provide a timeline, leaving many gamers uncertain what to feel about not knowing when they can expect to enjoy the game.
Black Myth: Wukong's delay is particularly disheartening given the excitement and the hype surrounding it. Once again, Xbox players are left feeling excluded from its record-breaking launch. The situation mirrors other recent high-profile video game launches, where Xbox players found themselves waiting for titles that were released on other platforms first, specifically last year with Baldur's Gate 3.
For those wondering why the Xbox version is delayed, it's important to consider the technical challenges involved in optimizing games for different platforms. The Xbox Series S, a less powerful counterpart to the Series X, poses unique challenges for the developers. This situation has led to delays and even controversial comments from certain developers in the past. Microsoft's requirement for developers to release games on both the Series X and Series S is a complicated matter, particularly for a graphically demanding game like Black Myth: Wukong.