The long-awaited Black Myth: Wukong was released just a few days ago worldwide. The production of Game Science studios immerses its players in Chinese mythology. They embody the Predestined, who must face many trials to unravel the mystery of a glorious legend. During his adventure, this overpowered protagonist will face many adversaries. According to many users, the game would be very difficult! But then, is it as much as a true soulslike like Elden Ring ?
Black Myth: Wukong, too difficult?
Game Science’s game is not technically a Soulslike, at least it doesn’t define itself as such. However, it does have many characteristics of this subgenre and on video game rating platforms, many fans agree. On Steamplayers agree that Black Myth: Wukong can be divisive because of its difficulty. Users will realize this very quickly, from the beginning of their epic: most of the bosses are totally formidable, with fast attacks that sometimes leave little room for dodging!
More or less difficult than Shadow of the Erdtree?
Just a few weeks ago, the Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, was released. Of course, the soulslike community made the comparison with Black Myth: Wukong. It quickly becomes clear that Game Science’s production is no more difficult than FromSoftware’s, and vice versa. Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree has incredibly frustrating boss fights, much more so than Elden Ring’s, but The ones from Black Myth: Wukong are totally different.
Indeed, the game is not any easier, and many of the bosses in Black Myth: Wukong, especially the late-game ones, move so quickly around the arena that players can spend most of their time dodging, only getting an incredibly brief opening to attack here and there. It is therefore necessary to take your time when facing each boss in Black Myth: Wukong, in order to attack during these short windows. In short, player opinions on the game’s difficulty vary, but it is clear that it is quite high. While Wukong can be compared to Shadow of the Erdtree, it is nonetheless very different, and Both productions offer two very diverse soulslike experiences!
