Black Myth: Zhong Kui Revealed in Trailer
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Key Takeaways
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- Game Science has revealed a new title called Black Myth: Zhong Kui, a follow-up to the previously announced Black Myth: Wukong.
- This new game is inspired by Chinese folklore, focusing on the legendary figure Zhong Kui who is known for exorcism and warding off evil spirits.
- In Chinese tradition, Zhong Kui was an intelligent and talented man from the Tang Dynasty who was rejected due to his unattractive appearance and took his own life, later becoming a powerful spirit protecting the empire.
- Black Myth: Zhong Kui is currently in its early stages of development with no announced release date yet.
New Game Revealed: Black Myth: Zhong Kui, Chinese Folklore Inspired Adventure
Game Science capped off Gamescom Opening Night Live this Tuesday with the reveal of Black Myth: Zhong Kui, the follow-up to Black Myth: Wukong. While Black Myth: Wukong explored a tale of a journey west, Black Myth: Zhong Kui draws its primary creative inspiration from the well-known Chinese folklore character, Zhong Kui. In Chinese tradition, Zhong Kui is a popular and legendary figure, widely associated with exorcism and the warding off of evil spirits. Legend states he was an exceptionally intelligent and talented man from the Tang Dynasty. Despite excelling in the imperial examinations, the emperor rejected him due to his unattractive appearance. Ashamed, he took his own life in front of the palace. After his death, the emperor dreamt of him as a powerful spirit who vowed to protect the empire by hunting and banishing demons. Since then, Zhong Kui’s image has been revered. Game Science confirmed that Black Myth: Zhong Kui is currently in its early stages of development, with no release date announced.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Black Myth: Zhong Kui |
| Brief Summary | undefined |
| Genre | Role-playing (RPG) |
| Play Modes | Single player |
| Genre | Game Science |
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