Controversy is dotting Black Myth: Wukong for its wide release. As promising as Game Science’s action title looks, accusations of widespread sexism from developers are clouding its potential.

Black Myth: Wukong looks amazing, that much has to be said. All the pre-release trailers and gameplay footage have blown us away in one way or another, but the sexism controversy has overshadowed the long-awaited release (check out our countdown).

The Black Myth: Wukong sexism controversy arose following reports from employees that developers at Game Science have been making sexist comments for years, suggesting that the company doesn't want women playing their games.

In recent years, we’ve seen a series of disturbing insights into the behind-the-scenes nature of the video game industry. Activision infamously came under fire in 2021 after a report revealed sexual harassment and sexism within the company. Ubisoft was also accused of embodying a similar “toxic culture.”