Black Myth: Wukong release could redefine China's gaming industry

The hype surrounding the 'triple-A' game reveals a Chinese wish for global prestige

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People wait in line to play the "Black Myth: Wukong" video game at Gamescom 2023, a computer and video game industry event, in Cologne, Germany, on Aug. 23, 2023. © Reuters

Lu-Hai Liang is a U.K.-based writer.

China is a major video games market and is home to the world's biggest games company, Tencent Holdings, but the country's influence on the medium is still emerging internationally. One upcoming release, however, could shake things up as industry insiders and players around the globe eagerly await its reception.

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