1. Follow the Guiding Lights
Black Myth: Wukong lacks a traditional map, which can feel disorienting in its expansive, interconnected world. However, glowing embers guide you to your next objective, acting as a subtle navigation system. These markers lead you to Keeper’s Shrines—important locations that serve as waypoints. While the game’s design encourages exploration, these lights are particularly useful for finding your way back to the main path after venturing into side areas.
2. Use Keeper’s Shrines Effectively
Keeper’s Shrines are multifunctional hubs that play a central role in your progression. They allow you to replenish your health and mana, allocate talent points, craft gear, and fast travel between previously discovered shrines. Think of them as your home base, where you can regroup and plan your next move. Be mindful that resting at a shrine revives minor enemies in the area, so plan your visits strategically.
3. Don’t Worry About Deaths
In many action RPGs, dying often comes with hefty penalties like losing valuable in-game currency or progress. Thankfully, Black Myth: Wukong takes a more forgiving approach. When your character, the Destined One, dies, you retain all your resources, including any currency or items you’ve gathered. The only penalty is needing to retry the challenge that bested you. This design encourages players to experiment, explore, and take risks without fear of major setbacks. Use this to your advantage by diving into tougher areas early to see how you fare.
4. Experiment with Talent Points
One of the game’s standout features is the ability to redistribute your talent points whenever you want. This flexibility allows you to adjust your build to meet the demands of different challenges. For example, you might prioritize spellcasting for a boss fight that requires ranged attacks or boost your defensive stats for a particularly tough area. Visit a shrine and select the “Reignite the Sparks” option to explore different builds without penalty.
5. Learn to Dodge Before Parrying
Dodging is your primary defensive tool during the early stages of the game. A well-timed dodge not only evades damage but also creates a mirror copy of yourself while briefly slowing down time, giving you a chance to counterattack. Parrying, a more advanced defensive technique, is introduced later in the campaign and requires precise timing. Until you unlock it, focus on mastering the timing of your dodges to handle enemies effectively.
