Anticipation Builds: Prospects of DLC Reveal for Wukong in Action RPG, Fueled by Mysterious Tease Ahead of Gamescom Next Week
In a turn of events that left fans eagerly awaiting DLC for the popular game, Black Myth: Wukong, the developer Game Science revealed a sequel instead at the Gamescom 2025 Opening Night Live event on August 19, 2025. The sequel, titled Black Myth: Zhong Kui, stole the spotlight, leaving DLC or major updates for Black Myth: Wukong on the sidelines.
The anticipation for DLC was high due to the developer's participation in the event and the timing with the upcoming Xbox release of Black Myth: Wukong on August 20, 2025. However, the official announcement focused on the sequel rather than DLC or expansions. The developer hinted that the story for Black Myth: Wukong is not finished, leaving open the possibility of future DLC, but no concrete details were shared at the show.
Despite the lack of DLC news, fans on Reddit expressed their excitement and anticipation for any potential updates. One user wrote, "DLC! DLC! Can't wait," while another added, "DLC I beg." A third user even expressed missing the game and stated that nothing that's come out this year has come close to matching it.
Black Myth: Wukong, one of the fastest-selling games ever, originally launched on PS5 and PC. The upcoming Xbox release is set to take place on August 20, 2025. A strategic move for Game Science, the timing of the DLC announcement alongside an Xbox launch trailer could have boosted the game's profitability.
For those interested in keeping up with new game announcements, the Gamescom 2025 schedule is available. The Gamescom Opening Night Live show started at 8:00 p.m. (CEST) on August 19, 2025.
In the world of gaming, budgets can vary greatly. While the production cost of Black Myth: Wukong was $43 million, Battlefield 6's rumored budget is over $400 million. Despite the significant difference, the success of Black Myth: Wukong and the excitement surrounding its potential future updates prove that even games with more modest budgets can make a big impact.
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- The official announcement during the Gamescom 2025 Opening Night Live event did not provide any specific details about DLC for Black Myth: Wukong, focusing instead on a sequel, Black Myth: Zhong Kui.
- Despite the lack of concrete information about DLC, fans of Black Myth: Wukong on Reddit expressed their excitement and anticipation for any potential updates.
- Originally launched on PS5 and PC, Black Myth: Wukong is set to release on Xbox on August 20, 2025, and the timing of the game's DLC announcement alongside the Xbox launch trailer could boost its profitability.
- Alongside the rapid success of Black Myth: Wukong, which had a production cost of $43 million, the gaming world continues to demonstrate that even games with more modest budgets can make a significant impact.
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