As someone who has spent a considerable amount of time immersed in Black Myth: Wukong, I understand that this game can be overwhelming for newcomers. From the complex combat system to the paths filled with secrets, there is a lot to discover. But don’t worry, this guide will not be a walkthrough – our goal is to help you experience the journey yourself, but with a little “help” so you don’t spend too much time figuring out things you should have known sooner.
General Tips
Collect Everything: It may sound obvious, but don’t ignore anything you see along the way. From the roadside grass to the wildflowers or the sparkling stones – all are important resources. Especially before you learn medicine crafting, hoarding resources is crucial. You don’t want to be “depleted” when facing tough challenges!
Experiment with stances and skills: Don’t hesitate to experiment with different fighting stances and acquired abilities. Black Myth: Wukong allows you to reset skills easily through the Reignite the Sparks function at fast travel/save points. So, feel free to “tinker”, find the fighting style that suits you best. Who knows, you might discover a “dominant” combo!
Customize your healing item: Your healing item is not just a simple healing item. Try combining different drinks and soaks to create special effects. For example, you can combine a fast-healing drink with a soak that increases damage resistance – a great combo when facing strong enemies.
Enemy respawning: An interesting (and sometimes “heart-stopping”) thing in Black Myth: Wukong is that not all enemies respawn when you rest at a save point. This means you can “clear” an area safely, without worrying about being “ambushed” from behind.
Check fast travel/save points Regularly: Always visit fast travel/save points after every major battle, or when you complete an area. Chances are, you’ll find new, more powerful equipment, or other useful items in the shop.
Upgrade your primary weapon: Your primary weapon is not just a weapon, but also a loyal “companion”. Regularly check the upgrade paths of your primary weapon, and choose the path that suits your fighting style. Each path will provide different effects and stats – and choosing the right path can make a big difference in battle.
Combat Tips
Focus and Heavy Attack: Focus is a key element in the combat system. You accumulate energy by performing light attacks. When the energy bar is full, use a heavy attack to deal a large amount of damage and potentially stagger enemies. Especially when you have +3 energy points, the Heavy Attack will become even more powerful.
Dodging and Parry: Dodging is the most important skill. You can dodge continuously 3 times (dodge chain), but be careful because each dodge consumes stamina. Try to perform a Perfect Dodge – when you dodge at the right time, the character will create a mirage and slow down time, giving you a chance to counterattack. The ability to parry will be unlocked later in the game, pay attention to this.
Jump Attacks: Jump + Light Attack is a great way to approach enemies quickly, or evade attacks. Jump + Heavy Attack allows you to attack from above, sometimes reaching places you normally couldn’t.
Cloud Step: A type of spell is a useful tool for bypassing ranged enemies, especially archers, without being detected.
Enemies with shields: For enemies with shields, try to bait them into attacking, then attack from behind, or use the Immobilize spell or a type of spell to penetrate their defenses.
Spirit: Each spirit you collect not only provides you with a special skill, but also has a passive buff – take advantage of this. In particular, collecting wandering spirits and spirits of special enemies will help you refill your healing item.
Distinguishing between Spirit Attacks and Transformation Spells: Remember that transformation spells have a separate health bar. You can use them to escape danger in critical situations.
Exploration Tips
Guiding Light: If you feel lost, look for golden light – they will lead you to the nearest fast travel/save points.
Chests and Environment: Look for disguised chests – they often look like ordinary objects in the environment, such as logs. Don’t forget to check gaps and holes in the walls – they can lead to treasures or secret areas.
Relics: As soon as you have them, activate the relics immediately, they significantly increase your power.
Side Quests: Pay attention to signs and clues in dialogue to find side quests. These quests not only provide valuable rewards but also help you understand the game world more deeply.
Secret Areas: Some secret areas are only unlocked after you complete certain side quests. So, don’t hesitate to “embark” on side challenges.
Journal: Use the in-game compendium to review tutorials and information about enemies, NPCs, and locations found.
Meditation Spots: Look for meditation spots – they not only offer you beautiful scenery but also reward you with extra skill points.
Photo Mode: Don’t forget to use photo mode – it’s not just for taking beautiful pictures, but it can also help you observe the terrain and find hidden paths.
Mushroom Creatures: Be careful with “mushroom creatures” – they often hide and can deliver surprise attacks.
So, you now have the “Essential Tips and Tricks” – the necessary tips and tricks – to begin your Black Myth: Wukong journey smoothly. Remember, the world of this game is vast and full of surprises. Don’t hesitate to explore, experiment, and enjoy every moment.
Most importantly, experience the journey yourself. This article is just a small “springboard” to help you feel more confident as you enter the game world. There are many more exciting things waiting for you to discover – hidden secrets, epic battles, and captivating stories.
Good luck on your own Journey to the West! And don’t forget to share your exciting discoveries with the community!