Black Myth: Wukong Global Tour just hit New York's iconic Carnegie Hall and sets a new stage for the action RPG

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Game Science's critically acclaimed action title finds a new stage, and it's a huge one

Black Myth: Wukong in concert at New York's iconic Carnegie Hall
(Image credit: Future)

The old riddle goes that it's 'practice, practice, practice' that gets you to Carnegie Hall. But for Black Myth: Wukong, Game Science's action RPG, there's a whole host of factors that led to the game's music being played on such an iconic stage, including critical acclaim at launch, hugely positive fan reception, and numerous awards and accolades - just to name a few.

The Global Tour has travelled from Los Angeles to New York, where just days before the game's soundtrack filled LA's Peacock Theatre. But despite an incredibly memorable evening there, Carnegie Hall has a completely different vibe that's more befitting of Black Myth: Wukong's impressive score, which expertly blends the Western orchestra with traditional Chinese instruments.

Carnegie Hall is one of the world's most prestigious concert venues, thanks to its world-renowned acoustics, stunning architectural design, and huge historical relevance, so seeing Black Myth: Wukong's music, gameplay, and cutscenes played here is a momentous moment for the IP.

The conductor and orchestra playing the Black Myth: Wukong Global Concert tour stop in New York's Carnegie Hall

(Image credit: Future)

The old riddle goes that it's 'practice, practice, practice' that gets you to Carnegie Hall. But for Black Myth: Wukong, Game Science's action RPG, there's a whole host of factors that led to the game's music being played on such an iconic stage, including critical acclaim at launch, hugely positive fan reception, and numerous awards and accolades - just to name a few.

The Global Tour has travelled from Los Angeles to New York, where just days before the game's soundtrack filled LA's Peacock Theatre. But despite an incredibly memorable evening there, Carnegie Hall has a completely different vibe that's more befitting of Black Myth: Wukong's impressive score, which expertly blends the Western orchestra with traditional Chinese instruments.

Carnegie Hall is one of the world's most prestigious concert venues, thanks to its world-renowned acoustics, stunning architectural design, and huge historical relevance, so seeing Black Myth: Wukong's music, gameplay, and cutscenes played here is a momentous moment for the IP.

The Hall is absolutely packed with fans too, with so many of them speaking to us before heading in to tell us their love of the game and its music - some arriving in full cosplay or with items from the game.

But there's also such passion for seeing Chinese music brought to such a stage, which is such a testament to the game's ability to reach audiences beyond gameplay.

Black Myth: Wukong entering the history books by playing at Carnegie Hall is such a defining moment for the series, blending the success of the game since launch with its position as a beacon for Chinese game development and cultural experiences.

Sam Loveridge
Sam Loveridge
Brand Director, GamesRadar+

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