"Black Myth: Wukong," a highly anticipated action RPG developed by Game Science, has made a remarkable debut on Steam, surpassing the all-time peak player count of the popular game "Counter-Strike." Within just a few hours of its release, "Black Myth: Wukong" reached an impressive 1.8 million concurrent players, making it one of the most played games on the platform.

The game, which draws inspiration from Chinese mythology and features a "Soulslike" gameplay style, has quickly become a sensation among gamers. It has not only surpassed "Counter-Strike" but also outperformed other major titles like "Elden Ring," "Dota 2," and "Cyberpunk 2077" in terms of peak concurrent players , , .

"Black Myth: Wukong" has become the third most-played game of all time on Steam, trailing only behind "Palworld" and "PUBG" in terms of peak concurrent players. This achievement is particularly impressive given that the game does not feature multiplayer or live service elements, which are often key factors in maintaining high player engagement .

The game's success can be attributed to its captivating storyline, stunning graphics, and engaging gameplay mechanics. It was also one of the most wish-listed games on Steam prior to its release, indicating a high level of anticipation and interest from the gaming community .

Overall, "Black Myth: Wukong" has set a new benchmark for single-player games on Steam, and its record-breaking launch is a testament to the growing popularity of Chinese-developed games in the global market.