Black Myth: Wukong Misses Out on Game of the Year Award at The Game Awards 2024
Despite winning two significant awards, Black Myth: Wukong has notably missed out on the coveted Game of the Year title, which was awarded to Astro Bot—a game that did not receive high ratings but managed to take the top spot.
Fans of Black Myth: Wukong Struggle to Accept This Outcome
Many opinions have emerged, primarily directed at the organizing committee of The Game Awards 2024 after the event concluded. The situation became more complicated when Astro Bot, the game that won the Game of the Year title, also sparked significant discontent among fans of Black Myth: Wukong. Following the event, Astro Bot received an influx of negative reviews from the community surrounding Black Myth: Wukong.
Moreover, it wasn’t just the organizing committee of The Game Awards or Astro Bot that faced backlash; even Baldur’s Gate 3, the best game of 2023, had to endure negative reactions. This was primarily due to the fact that the CEO of Larian Studios—the developer behind Baldur’s Gate 3—was also the one who presented the award to Astro Bot. This scenario left Baldur’s Gate 3 in a position where it too faced criticism.
As it stands, fans of Black Myth: Wukong are exhibiting signs of frustration. Instead of dwelling on the results, it might be more beneficial to focus on the upcoming updates for the game as well as potential DLCs slated for release next year. While Black Myth: Wukong is expected to be a strong contender for 2024, the recognition from The Game Awards is not the sole factor determining its market performance, which has already shown impressive sales figures.
