Monkeying Around: Can Black Myth: Wukong Really Top Elden Ring?

Black Myth: Wukong is making waves in the gaming world, selling a staggering 18 million copies in just two weeks. That's right, 18 million players have spent an average of 27 hours battling their way through the game's challenging bosses. To put that in perspective, that's more playtime than most people spend on a vacation! But can this newcomer truly outpace the behemoths of the genre, like Elden Ring and Hogwarts Legacy? The game's initial success was meteoric, selling 10 million copies in just four days. Now, it's reportedly raking in around $800 million, placing it alongside gaming giants like GTA 5 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Impressive, right? But is it sustainable? Some analysts are calling Black Myth: Wukong one of the fastest-selling games of all time. This begs the question: What factors are driving this explosive growth? Is it the game's captivating story based on Chinese mythology, the stunning visuals, or perhaps the addictive combat system? The developers, Game Science, seem to be betting on player retention. With an average playtime of 27 hours, it seems like players are hooked. But what about the long term? Will the game continue to hold players' attention as the hype fades? Maybe the upcoming expansion will be the key to keeping players engaged. It's also worth noting that Black Myth: Wukong initially gained global attention years ago. This means players have been eagerly anticipating its release for a long time. Could this pre-existing hype have contributed to its initial success? What's interesting is that Game Science isn't focusing on a sequel just yet. Instead, they're working on an expansion, similar to Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree. Is this a smart move? Will an expansion be enough to keep the momentum going? Finally, the game's exclusivity to certain platforms (like Xbox) could be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it might create more buzz and excitement. On the other hand, it could alienate potential players on other platforms. Ultimately, only time will tell if Black Myth: Wukong can truly outpace the likes of Elden Ring and Hogwarts Legacy. But one thing is for sure: this game has already made a significant impact on the on the gaming world.