November 6th 2024.
Have you heard of Black Myth: Wukong? It's been making waves as one of the biggest games of 2024. But if you're like me and can't get enough of games inspired by the classic Chinese novel Journey To The West, then you'll be happy to know that there's another option out there.
Black Myth: Wukong has captured the hearts of gamers with its challenging Soulslike combat and breathtaking graphics. In fact, it sold over 20 million copies in its first month alone. Developed by Game Science, a Chinese game developer, this action role-playing game takes inspiration from the novel and features the iconic character Sun Wukong as its lead.
One of the key reasons for the game's success in China is its faithful portrayal of Chinese mythology. The stunning visuals and epic boss battles have attracted players from all over. But once you've finished playing Black Myth: Wukong, you may be wondering what to play next.
If you're craving more action games based on the same source material, then Enslaved: Odyssey To The West may pique your interest. This action-adventure game, released in 2010 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, puts a post-apocalyptic spin on the events of the novel. And just like Black Myth: Wukong, it features a character named Monkey, inspired by Sun Wukong.
But unlike Black Myth: Wukong, Enslaved is more of an adventure game, similar to Uncharted. The combat is interspersed with cinematic set pieces and puzzles, making for a less intense but still enjoyable experience. Plus, it's worth noting that Enslaved boasts some impressive star power, with Andy Serkis as the lead and writer-director Alex Garland, known for films like Ex Machina and Annihilation, co-writing the game's script.
Despite receiving positive reviews, Enslaved was unfortunately a financial failure for its developer, Ninja Theory. The Cambridge-based studio, known for Heavenly Sword at the time, has since gone on to create DmC: Devil May Cry and the Hellblade series.
But the good news is, you can still play Enslaved: Odyssey To The West. It's available for purchase on Steam for £14.99, and for those who don't have a PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360, the Xbox 360 version is backwards compatible on Xbox Series X/S and can be bought from the Xbox store for £11.99.
Journey To The West has also served as inspiration for many other games, such as the Dragon Ball series, Saiyuki: Journey West for the original PlayStation, and even a deck-building roguelike called Journey To The West. And if you're a fan of Bayonetta, you may have noticed a boss battle in Bayonetta 3 that pays homage to the novel.
So, as you can see, there are plenty of options for those looking for more games based on Journey To The West. And while Enslaved: Odyssey To The West may be a one-off oddity, it's still worth checking out for its unique take on the classic story.
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In other gaming news, Sony has announced which games will be enhanced for PS5 Pro at launch, including titles like Black Ops 6 and Dragon Age. And if you're curious about the PS5 Pro, a German retailer leaked an unboxing video online.
There has also been some debate among insiders about a possible PS5 exclusivity deal for Black Myth: Wukong, although it's highly unlikely. But regardless, it's always exciting to see games with nods and references to Journey To The West, even if they're not direct adaptations of the story itself.
So, whether you're playing Black Myth: Wukong, Enslaved: Odyssey To The West, or any other game inspired by Journey To The West, there's no doubt that this classic tale will continue to captivate and inspire gamers for years to come. Don't miss out on all the exclusive gaming content and latest releases by signing up for our newsletter. Your privacy is important to us, and you can read our Privacy Policy for more information. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Thank you for reading!
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