Black Myth: Zhong Kui
A New Action RPG by Game Science
Inspired by classical Chinese mythology, delivering a fresh action RPG experience.
Unofficial site. All information is sourced from Game Science and public materials.
Official Q&A
Why announce Black Myth: Zhong Kui now?
Every August 20th, Game Science shares development progress. As the project just started and there is no live gameplay yet, a CG short was produced to officially announce the new project has entered development.
Why Zhong Kui first? Not a sequel to Wukong?
After the first title landed, we want to explore different experiences and new features, bringing fresh changes while reflecting on past shortcomings. Zhong Kui became a natural choice. Journey to the West won’t end here.
Differences from Black Myth: Wukong?
Both draw from Chinese mythology. It remains a single-player action RPG with a similar business model. You likely won’t play as the Monkey King this time. Specific differences are still under exploration—quality first.
When will it release?
TBD. Follow the official site (gamesci.cn/zhongkui) and official social channels (Bilibili, Douyin, Weibo, Xiaohongshu). Future info will be unified under the “Black Myth” accounts.
Platforms?
PC + mainstream consoles. Final info subject to pre-release notice.
More story or gameplay details?
Hard to say now. The team is enthusiastic to tell new stories and create new fun while keeping it familiar and surprising for fans.
Note: The above Q&A is compiled from official info and public sources (e.g., Baidu Baike).
Characters
Zhong Kui
Patron Saint of Exorcism
Play as Zhong Kui, the legendary exorcist in Chinese folklore, and embark on a mythic adventure.
World
Relationships
Mei Niang (Mother)
Mei Niang, mother of Zhong Kui, from Beihuo Alley at the foot of Zhongnan Mountain. She married Zhong Da and had a son (Zhong Kui) and a daughter (Zhong Mei’er).
Zhong Mei’er (Sister)
Known for the story “Zhong Kui Marries Off His Sister”. To repay Du Ping’s kindness, Zhong Kui arranged his sister to marry him; often depicted safeguarding family honor.
Du Lin’er (Nephew)
Son of Zhong Mei’er and Du Ping; a figure from folk legends closely tied to “Zhong Kui Marries Off His Sister”.
Du Ping supported Zhong Kui. After being rejected due to appearance, Zhong Kui died; Du Ping buried him. Later as Ghost King, Zhong Kui arranged his sister’s marriage to Du Ping.
Not recorded in official history; widely spread in paintings and opera as a symbolic folk figure.
Basic Info
Chinese name: Zhong Kui
Function: Exorcising demons
Legend: Zhong Kui capturing ghosts
Residence: Zhongnan Mountain
Records of Zhong Kui’s Life
Various classics record Zhong Kui as a scholar from Zhongnan Mountain.
Legends tell that after failing the imperial exam due to appearance, Zhong Kui committed suicide; later he appeared in Emperor Xuanzong’s dream capturing a demon. The emperor recovered and ordered a painting of Zhong Kui to ward off evil.
Note: The above content is compiled from public sources (Baidu Baike).
Media
Game Trailer
Screenshots
About
Team
Developed by Game Science, creators of Black Myth: Wukong, blending traditional Chinese culture with modern game tech.
Release
Currently in development; release date TBD. Follow the official site and social channels for updates.
Disclaimer
Unofficial site. All information, images, and videos are sourced from Game Science and public materials. Please refer to official announcements for accuracy.