Black Myth: Wukong Accused of Laziness and Deception

Game Science's explanation for Black Myth: Wukong's absence on Xbox Series S—the console's limited 8GB usable RAM—has sparked considerable player skepticism. The studio's president, Yokar-Feng Ji, cited the technical challenges of optimizing for such constrained hardware, requiring extensive expertise.

However, this justification has been met with widespread doubt. Many gamers suspect an exclusive deal with Sony is the true reason behind the Series S omission, while others accuse the developers of insufficient effort, pointing to successful ports of graphically demanding titles on the same platform.

The timing of this revelation also fuels suspicion. Players question why the Series S limitations, known since 2020 (the year of the console's launch and Black Myth: Wukong's announcement), are only now, after years of development, being presented as a significant hurdle. The announcement of the Xbox release date at The Game Awards 2023 further exacerbates this skepticism.

Player comments highlight this disbelief:

• The explanation contradicts prior reports and the timing of the Xbox release announcement. Knowing the Series S specs in December 2023, after a 2020 announcement, seems inconsistent.
• Some attribute the issue to a combination of developer complacency and an underperforming game engine.
• The success of other graphically intensive games like Indiana Jones, Starfield, and Hellblade 2 on the Series S directly challenges Game Science's claim.
• Many simply express outright disbelief in the studio's explanation.

The lack of a definitive answer regarding a potential Xbox Series X|S release further fuels the ongoing debate surrounding Black Myth: Wukong's platform exclusivity.