New Black Myth game teased

The second game in the Black Myth series was revealed with a first trailer at Opening Night Live, signaling a new mythic chapter from Game Science.

Black Myth Zhong Kui Announced

Game Science unveiled Black Myth Zhong Kui at Opening Night Live, confirming it as the next entry in the franchise. The title is described as a single-player action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology, with early development underway and a debut trailer that shows two down-on-their-luck figures fleeing before a tiger-riding Zhong Kui appears. Geoff Keighley introduced the project and described the game as following a ghost-catching god who wanders between hell and earth.

The trailer provides a tease rather than a full gameplay reveal, underscoring that the game is still in the early stages after last year’s Black Myth Wukong release. While details on release timing and mechanics remain light, the showcase signals continued investment and clear ambitions for the series as it expands its mythic universe.

Game Science appears to lean into folklore as a strong umbrella for a global audience, betting that mythic storytelling can attract both fans of the first game and new players. The move to a single-player action RPG about Zhong Kui follows a well-trodden path of myth-based worlds, but the real test lies in delivering tight combat, memorable encounters, and a credible world after a high-profile reveal.

The appearance at a major event like Open Night Live also reflects how studios use blockbuster showcases to build momentum while still guarding development milestones. If Zhong Kui lands with compelling gameplay and a clear arc, it could become a standout chapter in a crowded field of myth-inspired titles; if not, it may struggle to maintain the excitement built by the trailer.

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The road from teaser to full release will reveal whether the myth can match the scale of its ambition.