BlackMyth Wukong’s Major Update Hits Steam PS5 Tomorrow

Black Myth: Wukong’s 1.0.12 UpdateLands on Steam and PS5: New Challenges and Enhanced Gameplay Await

A major update for the acclaimed action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, is set to launch on Steam and PS5 platforms on December 14th, 2024, at 10:00 AM (UTC+8). Following updates on Epic Games Store and WeGameearlier this week, this 1.0.12.16581 patch introduces significant gameplay enhancements, including challenging new modes and a much-requested map feature.

The update, previously hinted at by the developer, GameScience, delivers a substantial amount of new content and quality-of-life improvements across multiple platforms. Key additions include:

New Gameplay: Challenge the Destiny’s Child

After completing the main storyline, players can unlock anew Challenge mode via any Land Temple. This mode offers two distinct gameplay experiences:

Rebattle: Face off against previously encountered bosses with increased difficulty levels (three in total). Players can only rebattle bosses they have previously defeated.
Consecutive Battles: Engage in a series ofconsecutive battles against past adversaries. Players can also select restrictions to further increase the difficulty. Successfully completing these challenges rewards players with rare treasures. These treasures include:
- Pills: Baolin Pill and its recipe
- Food and Drink: Bitter Wine, Nine AutumnChrysanthemum, Meat Horn
- Curios: Stone Tiger Knot, Full House Red, God Iron Fragment
- Armor: Sanshan Crown
- Weapons: Qingchui, Beast Stick – Divine Blade, Kun Stick – Un僵

New Feature: The Journey Map

A new map system, meticulously crafted by a mysterious cartographer, allows players to track their progress and mark locations. The first map is unlocked upon meeting the Black Wind Mountain Land God. Subsequent maps can be purchased at Land Temples in new areas.

New Armor: The Golden Festive Set

In celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year, a new four-piece armor set, the Golden Festive Set, is being added to the game. All players can claim this set via the Gratitude option at any Land Temple after the update.

PS5 & PS5 Pro Enhancements & Optimizations:

The update brings significant improvements to the PS5 experience:

PS5 Pro Support: The PS5 Pro version supports Playstation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), allowing players to choose between Picture Quality Priority and Balance modes for enhanced visuals.
120Hz Output: Supports 120Hz output mode. In Balance mode, the game maintains a stable 40fps at 120Hz. Players can disable 120Hz output in PS5 settings if they encounter issues.
*Performance Optimizations: Improved performance in various scenes, boss battles, and Yokai King encounters. Enhanced frame rate stability and image clarity in both Balance and Picture Quality Priority modes. Improved input response speed in Performance Priority mode.

Soundtrack Integration & Bug Fixes:

Soundtrack Integration: A new application, *Black Myth: Wukong Game Music Selection, has been added, featuring the game’s original soundtrack (some tracks may be unavailable due to copyright restrictions). PC users can export tracks from the in-game menu (again, some tracks may be unavailable due to copyright).
* Bug Fixes: Numerous bug fixes address issues such as missing loot drops from certain bosses and unexpected boss deaths. A specific fix addresses an issue preventing the defeat of Pigsy in a particular stage.

This substantial update promises to significantly enhance the Black Myth: Wukong experience for playerson all platforms. The introduction of challenging new content, coupled with performance improvements and quality-of-life additions, solidifies the game’s position as a leading title in the action RPG genre.

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