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Black Myth: Wukong

Is Black Myth Wukong Open-World?

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Black Myth Wukong Is It Open World
Black Myth: Wukong starts as a linear story-based RPG with diverse locations with multiple secret and optional areas which eventually opens up during the final chapter of the game. Find out more about the status of Black Myth: Wukong as an open-world game below.

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Is Black Myth: Wukong Open-World?

Black Myth: Wukong Begins Linear but Becomes Open World by Chapter 6!

Black Myth Wukong - Marketed as an Action RPG

While Black Myth: Wukong does have hidden areas and branching paths, the game is geared more towards a linear level and world design, with areas densely packed with combat encounters, boss fights, optional paths, and hidden areas.

While there may be some exploration elements, the primary focus is on combat and story progression.

The Game is an Action RPG

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Black Myth: Wukong is not marketed as an open-world game. Rather, it is presented as an action RPG that follows the journey depicted in the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.

Is Black Myth Wukong a Soulslike?

Final Chapter Features an Open-World

Black Myth Wukong - Celestial Emperors
At the final Chapter of the game, the level design shifts to a more open-world style despite the lack of a map or any navigational aid. This is further exacerbated by the Nimbus Cloud, as it is easy to get lost if you don't pay attention to your surroundings.

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Features Many Optional Content

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Based on gameplay, Black Myth: Wukong includes numerous characters that the Destined One will encounter. These characters offer optional objectives, encouraging players to explore new areas or revisit previous ones.

Additionally, many of the game’s items, boss fights, and other unlockables seem to be located in optional areas. These areas, which vary widely in design, can be discovered or revisited as you progress through the game.

Multiple Secret Areas Hidden In-Game!

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Completing certain tasks and objectives can unlock Secret Areas which reward you with a Vessel that will aid with the final boss of the Chapter where you unlocked the Secret Area.

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