Black Myth: Wukong and the “Shadow of Defeat” for the GOTY Title
As one of the most anticipated projects in the action RPG genre, Black Myth: Wukong has been carrying significant hopes for the Game of the Year (GOTY 2025) title, even before its release. However, as we know, this title has already fallen behind Astro Bot in the recent The Game Awards 2024, where it only secured the Best Action Game award.
The Game Awards is one of the most prestigious and large-scale award ceremonies, so Black Myth: Wukong’s defeat is a significant blow, not just for Game Science but also for the entire gaming community in China. This reflects the challenges faced by a title that embodies national cultural elements like Black Myth: Wukong.
Therefore, after The Game Awards concluded, Black Myth: Wukong continued to gather momentum to compete in other award categories. Although it has garnered a few victories, the truth remains that it has yet to establish a solid foundation to recover from the setback against Astro Bot.
What Are the Chances for Black Myth: Wukong Now?
Although it has tasted the bitterness of defeat, Black Myth: Wukong and Astro Bot are back in the race for a new gaming award, with a scale that is not “on par” with The Game Awards. The upcoming event is the Game Developers Choice Awards (GDCA) – a long-standing award that has been around for 24 years!
The GDCA not only honors outstanding games but also recognizes creativity and innovation in the gaming industry, with categories like “Best Audio”, “Best Design”, “Innovation Award”, and many others. Overall, this is also a prestigious and long-standing game award that receives high acclaim from industry professionals.
Recently, the nomination list for the GDCA 2025 has been announced, featuring Black Myth: Wukong and Astro Bot vying for top positions. Both titles are competing for a total of 7 nominations, directly contending for the coveted GOTY award. Will Black Myth: Wukong be able to “overcome” Astro Bot, or will it face another setback? The results will be revealed at the award ceremony scheduled for March 20th.
