Recently, the Xbox versions of certain games have been called into question due to delays or communication problems with Microsoft. One of the hottest subjects is the Xbox version of Black Myth Wukong, postponed to an unknown date due to technical problems encountered by Game Science, according to the studio itself. Since then, there have been several rumors, with some suggesting that the delay was actually caused by a confidential exclusivity contract with Sony. Microsoft has responded again, this time adding a little grist to the mill of this theory.
Xbox Is Not the Problem
When Microsoft was asked about the Xbox version of Black Myth Wukong, it responded with a prepared message stating that it was looking forward to bringing the game to the Xbox Series, and that it couldn’t comment further, especially on the question of whether it was exclusive to a competitor or not. However, Forbes journalist Paul Tassi insisted on more details and a new press release from Microsoft. This one begins just like the previous ones, but ends with an important clarification:
” As we have said before, we’re excited for the launch of Black Myth Wukong on Xbox Series X|S and are working with Game Science to bring the game to our platforms. We’d prefer not to comment on the deals made by our partners with other platform holders but we can confirm that the delay is not due to Xbox platform limitations that have been raised to us. “
So Microsoft is indicating that, contrary to what Game Science initially stated, the Xbox itself as a console does not appear to be the problem here. Therefore, the company eliminates the theory that the Xbox Series S version is the problem, as is sometimes the case with other products. We could also play with words and suggest that, although the Xbox Series itself isn’t a problem, Game Science is simply having trouble developing a proper version (as a young studio, that makes sense), but the press release would be turned on its head if that was the case.
Eurogamer adds its own twist, claiming to have heard the same thing as IGN, Forbes and others about a partial PS5 exclusivity for the game, which would not include all the marketing. But beyond the press, it’s Microsoft’s statement that raises a lot of questions, whose answers are long overdue.