Game Science, the developer behind the highly anticipated action RPG Black Myth: Wukong, has officially unveiled the PC system requirements for their upcoming title. Set to release on August 20 for PC and PS5, the game has generated significant interest due to its unique setting based on Chinese mythology and its Soulslike gameplay mechanics.
The PC requirements for Black Myth: Wukong appear to be relatively accessible, with options available for various hardware configurations. Here’s a breakdown of the specifications:
Minimum | Recommended | |
OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
Processor | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel Core i7-9700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5500 |
Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT / INTEL Arc A750 |
Storage | 130 GB available space | 130 GB available space |
It’s worth noting that the game will only run on 64-bit versions of Windows 10 or 11. The developers recommend using an SSD for improved performance, especially at higher graphics settings. Gamers can test if their setup can handle the game with the recent release of the benchmarking tool from Game Science.
A moderate PC setup can achieve basic gameplay without advanced graphics features like ray tracing. A graphics card such as the GTX 1060 or RX 580, combined with a processor like the Core i5-8400 or Ryzen 5 1600, should handle medium settings at 1080p resolution. For those prioritizing high resolution over ray tracing, consider upgrading to an RTX 4070 or RX 7800 XT graphics card. While the processor requirements remain the same, you’ll need 12 GB of video memory and 32 GB of system RAM for optimal performance.
While the requirements for running the game at medium settings are relatively modest, players looking to experience the game at its best will need more powerful hardware, particularly in the GPU department. Black Myth: Wukong is currently slated for release on PC and PS5, with no immediate release date announced for an Xbox Series X/S version.