Black Myth: Wukong is a Game Science product, sold on Steam/Epic Games. Thinkmay is an independent Cloud PC service, not owned by or affiliated with Game Science. A valid Steam/Epic account with Wukong purchased is required. Wukong price ($59.99 on Steam) may vary.
What is Black Myth: Wukong and why is it hard to run?
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG by Chinese studio Game Science, released Aug 20, 2024 on PC and PS5. Story is based on Journey to the West, gameplay is soulslike with 81 trials, 80+ unique bosses.
It uses Unreal Engine 5 with Nanite and Lumen — cutting-edge graphics tech that produces near-CG visuals but demands high-end hardware. The PC version is 130GB, needs NVMe SSD to avoid texture pop-in.
There's no official mobile version — Game Science has no mobile plans. The only way to play Wukong on your phone is to stream the PC version via Cloud PC.
- Released Aug 20, 2024, PC + PS5, no mobile version
- Unreal Engine 5 with Nanite + Lumen — top-tier 2024 graphics
- 130GB size, needs NVMe SSD
- Only playable through Steam/Epic — no third-party clients
Thinkmay combines high-performance Cloud PCs, WebRTC streaming, and persistent session storage so users can return to work or games quickly.
Official Black Myth: Wukong system requirements
Official specs from Game Science (Aug 2024). Wukong supports DLSS 3, FSR 3, XeSS — enabling upscaling significantly lowers GPU requirements.
| Tier | Minimum (1080p/30fps Low) | Recommended (1080p/60fps Medium) | High-end (4K/60fps High) |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RTX 2060 / RX 5700 XT | RTX 4060 / RTX 2070 | RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX |
| CPU | i5-8400 / Ryzen 5 1600 | i7-9700 / Ryzen 5 5500 | i7-9700K / Ryzen 7 5700X |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | 32GB |
| Storage | 130GB SSD | 130GB NVMe SSD | 130GB Gen4 NVMe SSD |
| VRAM | 6GB | 8GB | 12GB+ |
| Upscaling | FSR / DLSS Performance | DLSS Quality | DLSS Quality + Frame Gen |
What settings does Thinkmay Cloud PC run Wukong at?
Thinkmay has two GPU tiers: RTX 3060Ti 8GB ($1.12/$13.50 plans) and RTX 5060Ti 16GB ($27 plan). Real benchmarks from Thinkmay users running Wukong.
- Ray Tracing: only enable on $27 plan, drops FPS ~30%
- DLSS Quality is the sweet spot — near-native visuals, 40-50% FPS boost
- Frame Gen (RTX 40/50 only) not available on RTX 3060Ti
| Plan | GPU | Smooth setting | Avg FPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1.12 / $13.50 | RTX 3060Ti 8GB | 1080p Medium + DLSS Quality | 55-65fps |
| $1.12 / $13.50 | RTX 3060Ti 8GB | 1080p High + DLSS Performance | 45-55fps |
| $27 | RTX 5060Ti 16GB | 1080p Ultra + DLSS Quality | 70-85fps |
| $27 | RTX 5060Ti 16GB | 1440p High + DLSS Quality | 55-70fps |
| $27 | RTX 5060Ti 16GB | 4K Medium + DLSS Performance + Frame Gen | 50-60fps |
Soulslike controls on touchscreen
Wukong is soulslike: dodge timing matters more than anything. Boss fights often have 20-30 phases, one mistake means death and restart. Touch is playable but a controller is the reasonable choice.
- Wukong has native Xbox/PlayStation controller presets
- DualSense PS5 haptic + adaptive triggers work through Cloud PC
- Virtual keyboard preset: WASD move, Space dodge, LMB light attack, RMB heavy
| Control method | Pros | Cons | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thinkmay virtual keyboard | Free, Wukong preset ready | Dodge timing hard, blocks 40% of screen | Exploration, XP farming |
| Bluetooth controller (Xbox/PS) | Native PC controller preset, precise dodge | $30-60 | Boss fights, serious play |
| DualSense (PS5) via Bluetooth | Haptic + adaptive triggers like on PS5 | iOS 15+ or Android 12+ | Best experience |
Which Thinkmay plan for Wukong?
Wukong is special in two ways: huge size (130GB) and long sessions (each boss can take 1-3 hours). Both affect plan choice.
- Wukong is 130GB — pick monthly plans to keep the install
- $13.50/mo works for 1080p Medium, occasional play
- $27/mo for 1080p Ultra or 1440p, daily play
- Steam Cloud Save syncs progress — switching plans keeps saves
| Plan | Price | Playable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Try-out | $1.12/3h | Not recommended | 3h not enough to download 130GB, no save |
| Monthly $13.50 | $13.50/mo | Yes, Medium | RTX 3060Ti, 200GB SSD fits Wukong + save |
| Monthly $27 | $27/mo | Yes, Ultra | RTX 5060Ti, 400GB SSD, unlimited hours |
Does streaming latency hurt Wukong gameplay?
Wukong is single-player — no PvP, no matchmaking. Network latency only affects input feel, not "fairness" like online games.
On home 5GHz Wi-Fi, total Cloud PC → phone streaming latency: 25-40ms. Compared to an OLED TV at ~15ms, Cloud PC is 15-25ms slower — soulslike players usually don't notice after 30 minutes of adaptation.
On peak 4G, latency can spike to 80-150ms — dodges feel sluggish, avoid it during hard bosses (Yellow Wind Sage, Erlang Shen).
- Single-player, no ranking or server impact
- Home 5GHz Wi-Fi: 25-40ms, playable through end-game bosses
- Peak 4G: 80-150ms, only good for farming/exploration
- Enable "Low latency mode" in Thinkmay app for boss fights
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an official Black Myth: Wukong mobile version?
No. Game Science released only on PC and PS5 with no mobile plans. All "Wukong Mobile" APKs on Play Store are fake, often clones of other games. The only legal way to play Wukong on phone is streaming the PC version via Cloud PC.
Do I need to buy Wukong separately?
Yes. Thinkmay is a Cloud PC service, not a game store. Buy Wukong on Steam ($59.99) or Epic Games and log into your account inside the Cloud PC. The game stays tied to your Steam/Epic account.
Is Thinkmay Cloud PC powerful enough for Wukong?
Yes. RTX 3060Ti ($1.12/$13.50 plans) runs Wukong at 1080p Medium + DLSS Quality at smooth 55-65fps. RTX 5060Ti ($27 plan) runs Ultra 1080p at 70-85fps or 1440p High at 55-70fps. Both meet the "smooth" bar for soulslike gameplay.
Are saves synced between sessions?
Yes. Wukong supports Steam Cloud Save — progress uploads automatically to Steam. Even if you switch Thinkmay plans or play on a personal PC, saves persist. Monthly plans also keep the 130GB install so no redownloading.
How much internet do I need?
Minimum 15Mbps stable for 1080p30. Recommended 25-30Mbps for 1080p60. Wukong looks best at 1080p60, so invest in wired/5GHz Wi-Fi to fully enjoy the graphics.
Do DLSS and Frame Generation work?
Yes. DLSS 3 (Super Resolution) works on both RTX 3060Ti and RTX 5060Ti. Frame Generation only works on RTX 40/50 series ($27 plan). DLSS Quality is the optimal setting for most players.
Will I lag on final bosses?
On stable 5GHz Wi-Fi, no significant lag. On peak 4G, some phase-heavy bosses may feel laggy — save those fights for when the network is stable. Many Thinkmay users have 100%'d Wukong through their phone.
How many people play Wukong via Cloud PC?
Wukong is the heaviest game Thinkmay serves, accounting for ~15% of single-player usage. Peak hours are weekends when users have time for long sessions (3-5 hours).