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Black Myth Wukonghas become a cultural phenomenon at this point, breaking all the records and showing the world how traditional mythology can be done right. The sale numbers for the game are off the charts, and with just one week since its release, it’s expected to grow significantly.

While 2024 hasn’t been shy of great releases,Black Myth Wukongno doubt stands tall at the top. It will likely be a frontrunner for the Game of the Year award, and many fans believe it’s the undisputed best despite only being halfway through the year.
Black Myth Wukong is the Top Contender for Game of the Year
The year has been full of titles that have managed to amass a lot of attention. FromPalworldtoHelldivers 2,several games this year have won a lot of critical acclaim while boasting a huge player base.
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Despite tough competition, no one has achieved whatBlack Myth Wukongdid. Just under four days after its release,this single player game became one of the fastest-selling titles ever, overcoming all-time greats likeElden RingandHogwarts Legacy.
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The game has also significantly impacted Steam, becoming the second-most-played game on the platform ever, only behindPUBG.Furthermore, according to recent reports, Steam reached 37,242,724 concurrent users, with the majority of the player base coming fromBlack Myth Wukong.
Game of the year, no question

It goes without saying thatBlack Myth Wukongwill be the hot favorite to win the Game of the Year award. It has already sold more than 10 million copies in under a week, and the numbers should continue to grow.
The game’s developer,Game Science, has been meticulous in its attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of the game, from its art direction to its combat mechanics, meets the highest standards.

The Second Half of the Year Is Packed With Big-Name Releases
WhileBlack Myth Wukongis leading the charge, the second half of the year comes with a lot of promise as well.Star Wars Outlawsis inching very close to release and is expected to challenge for the top spot.
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Games likeBlack Ops 6,Space Marine 2, andDragon Ball: Sparking Zeroare also expected to make big names for themselves, so it’s fair to say that 2024 will be a landmark year for blockbuster game releases.
The year will end on a high note with the expectedrelease ofIndiana Jones and the Great Circleas an amazing moment for Xbox.Overall,Black Myth Wukonghas laid a path for the remaining games in the year, but achieving what the game did will not be easy.

Do you believe thatBlack Myth Wukongis the game of the year? What upcoming games are you excited to play? Let us know in the comments below.
Kuldeep Thapa
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Kuldeep is an electrical engineer and a writer for FandomWire with over 5 years of experience under the belt. He is a keen learner who consistently tries to improve and is always up for the grind. Besides delving into the Pokemon world, he enjoys playing League of Legends and many other competitive games.