Game Science announces Black Myth: Zhong Kui at Gamescom 2025, the highly anticipated Black Myth: Wukong sequel introducing ghost-slayer Zhong Kui.
By Robinson Wright | August 20, 2025
Game Science has officially announced its next big project, Black Myth: Zhong Kui, during Gamescom 2025. The reveal marks the studio’s return precisely one year after the record-breaking success of Black Myth: Wukong. Fans were given a short but dramatic CGI teaser that introducing a mythological hero. While still in its earliest stages, the sequel signals that Game Science is building a wider universe of games inspired by Chinese mythology.
What is Black Myth: Zhong Kui?
Black Myth: Zhong Kui is the newly unveiled entry in the Black Myth series. At Gamescom 2025, the CGI teaser showed the ghost-slayer Zhong Kui, a legendary figure from Chinese folklore known for hunting demons. The teaser featured him riding a tiger and commanding dark spirits, setting a supernatural and horror-tinged tone. According to Game Science, the project is still in very early development, described internally as a “blank folder.” This means fans will need to wait for quite some time to get a glimpse of gameplay footage or a release date, but the introduction of Zhong Kui makes it clear that Game Science wants to expand beyond the Monkey King.
Sequel to Black Myth: Wukong — Riding on Massive Success
As the much-anticipated Black Myth Wukong sequel, Zhong Kui arrives with high expectations. Black Myth: Wukong, released in August 2024, quickly has become one of the biggest gaming successes in recent years, considering the fact that it was the first AAA game developed by Game Science. It sold over 10 million copies in just three days and passed 20 million units in its first month. Black Myth Wukong also recorded more than 2.2 million concurrent players on Steam at launch, one of the highest numbers ever for a single-player title. Global revenue topped 1.1 billion dollars, with the majority of sales coming from China.
The success was more than financial. Wukong earned positive reviews from critics, who praised its action combat, stunning graphics, and deep connection to Chinese folklore, although it has also been criticized for having an average story and immense difficulty. It also marked a turning point for Chinese game development, showing that domestic studios could produce blockbuster “AAA” titles that rival the biggest Western releases. With that reputation in place, Black Myth: Zhong Kui will be under the spotlight as Game Science’s follow-up project.
Gamescom 2025 Announcement
Game Science revealed Zhong Kui on August 20, the same date it had previously chosen to unveil and later release Wukong. This consistency might become something of a tradition for the studio, tying its biggest announcements to a symbolic date. The CGI teaser trailer was enough to spark excitement worldwide and quickly spread across social media platforms. Even without gameplay, the reveal proved that the studio could generate enormous attention with the promise of myth-inspired storytelling and high production values.
What Players Should Expect
With the game still in early production, details remain limited. However, some expectations are already forming. The story will likely emphasize darker and more supernatural themes, in line with Zhong Kui’s role as a ghost-slayer. The game has been confirmed for PC and major consoles, ensuring it will reach a global audience.
Industry watchers believe that age ratings, content balance, and player expectations will all play a role in how Game Science develops this new project. Fans can expect advanced visuals and a focus on immersive action RPG gameplay, given the standard set by Wukong. While the tone may lean toward horror, it is clear that Game Science wants to deliver another experience rooted in mythology that appeals both at home and abroad.
Game Science’s Future and Legacy
The reveal of Black Myth: Zhong Kui has shown that Game Science is not interested in making a single hit but in building a wider series of myth-based adventures. Shifting focus from the Monkey King to Zhong Kui indicates the studio’s ambition to create a universe of characters and stories from Chinese folklore. Given Wukong’s reputation for punishing difficulty, many fans are hoping Zhong Kui will strike a more approachable balance.
After the global success of Wukong, the studio has more resources, visibility, and trust from players than ever before. This positions Game Science to take risks and shape a new identity for Chinese AAA development. By introducing Zhong Kui, the company shows it is ready to explore new ideas while carrying forward the cinematic visuals and high-quality action that made Wukong a cultural phenomenon.
