Black Myth: Wukong Devs Accused of Deception and Indolence

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 difficulty of optimization for such a constrained platform, requiring extensive expertise.

However, this explanation has been met with widespread doubt. Many players 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 Series S ports of graphically demanding titles.

The timing of the announcement also raises questions. Given the Series S specifications were known in 2020, concurrent with the game's initial reveal, and the Xbox release date was announced at The Game Awards 2023, players are questioning why these optimization challenges are only now being highlighted after years of development.

Player reactions have been overwhelmingly negative, with common sentiments including:

• Contradictory statements: The recent announcement contradicts earlier reports and implies a lack of awareness regarding Series S limitations during the game's development.
• Accusations of developer laziness: Many cite successful ports of more demanding games to the Series S as evidence of insufficient effort from Game Science.
• Suspicion of an exclusive deal: The lack of a clear answer regarding Xbox Series X|S release fuels speculation of a Sony exclusivity agreement.

The lack of a definitive answer regarding a Series X|S release further exacerbates player frustration and fuels ongoing speculation surrounding the reasons for Black Myth: Wukong's absence on the platform.