One of the main reasons to temper expectations is that Black Myth: Zhong Kui simply isn’t anywhere close to being released. Hearing that a sequel is being crafted can make it feel like a potential launch is just hovering overhead.

Black Myth: Wukong released to an immensely positive reception back in 2024, entrancing fans with its rich narrative and brutal combat. Following in this game’s footsteps, a new Black Myth game has been revealed – Black Myth: Zhong Kui, another epic tale from Chinese mythology that’ll make an epic gaming adventure.

Game Science has announced its next project, Black Myth: Zhong Kui, during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025. The studio, best known for Black Myth: Wukong, revealed the title as the closing announcement of the event. The new action RPG will once again be inspired by Chinese folklore, this time centred on Zhong Kui, a mythical ghost hunter.