"Black Myth: Wukong" was released on Steam and the number of concurrent online users exceeded 1.4 million, setting a record; the meme coin $Wukong soared 400%

The Chinese game "Black Myth: Wukong" launched today at 10 AM, creating a significant buzz among players. Within the first hour of its release, the game achieved over 1 million concurrent players on Steam. As of the latest update, peak online numbers reached 1.437 million, surpassing the previous record holders, "Cyberpunk 2077" and "Elden Ring."

Positive Reception from Players

Chinese players have been enthusiastic about the game, praising its visual aesthetics and engaging gameplay.

There is speculation that "Black Myth: Wukong" could see its concurrent player count rise to 2 million by the weekend. However, some players have expressed concerns about the combat mechanics, which they feel may lack variety. Others argue that the game's appeal relies heavily on exploration and finding unique monsters.

Criticisms of Map Design

Several players have complained about the map design, citing issues such as:

1. "Lack of a map makes it easy to get lost."
2. "Navigation is poor, with many invisible barriers."
3. "The map’s realism makes guidance unclear."

$Wukong surged more than 400%

Amid the game's success, the meme coin $Wukong, based on the Solana blockchain, has surged by over 400%. Its trading volume has increased significantly, with the coin reaching a 24-hour increase of 127%. Currently, its market cap stands at approximately $146,000, with a price of $0.0001467.

There are multiple tokens with similar names experiencing varied price fluctuations. However, there is no confirmed connection between these tokens and the "Black Myth: Wukong" game or its developer, Game Science.