China Approves 117 Video Games Amid Black Myth: Wukong Fever
Massive Game Approvals Herald New Era
This month, China’s National Press and Publication Administration (NPPA) licensed 117 video games, the most for any month in 2024, reflecting renewed interest in the video gaming sector following the massive success of Black Myth: Wukong. This blockbuster, based on the classic Journey to the West, has captivated gamers worldwide.
Notable Titles and Companies
- Yirenzhixia from Tencent Holdings
- Jiewai Kuangchao by NetEase
- Huangyuan Shuguang from Alibaba’s Lingxi Games
Several big-name companies, including Perfect World and Yoozoo Games, saw their new titles get the green light from the NPPA, emphasizing a broadened scope for industry growth.
Resurgence in the Gaming Market
Since licensing resumed post-pandemic regulatory freeze in April 2022, the NPPA has approved a total of 850 video games in the first eight months of 2024—a stark increase from 609 approvals during the same timeframe last year. This notable recovery aligns with the stellar reception of Black Myth: Wukong, which reportedly sold over 10 million copies upon release.
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