Game Science's president, Yokar-Feng Ji, attributed the absence of a Black Myth: Wukong Xbox Series S version to the console's limited 10GB RAM (with 2GB allocated to the system). This constraint, he claims, presents significant optimization challenges, requiring extensive expertise.
However, this explanation has been met with considerable player skepticism. Many suspect an exclusive deal with Sony is the true reason, while others criticize the developers for perceived laziness, citing successful Series S ports of graphically demanding titles.
A key question arises: if Game Science was aware of the Series S specifications in 2020 (the year of its announcement and the Series S launch), why is this technical limitation only being raised now, after years of development?
Player reactions highlight this disbelief:
- Contradictions exist with prior statements, particularly the Xbox release date announcement at TGA 2023, suggesting knowledge of Series S specs at that time.
- Accusations of developer laziness and reliance on an inadequate graphics engine are prevalent.
- Comparisons to successful Series S ports of games like Indiana Jones, Starfield, and Hellblade 2 fuel the skepticism.
The lack of a definitive answer regarding an Xbox Series X|S release further fuels the ongoing debate. The situation leaves players questioning the validity of Game Science's explanation.
