Black Myth: Wukong” has taken the gaming world by storm with its stunning graphics, captivating story, and challenging gameplay.
While it’s primarily designed for high-end gaming PCs and consoles, some mobile gamers might be tempted to play it on their devices.
This is why along with steps to playing Black Myth: Wukong on your Android device, I’ll share my two cents whether you should play this game on your phone or not.
Let’s get started –
Minimum Requirements
Before we start, ensure that your device meets the following minimum requirements:
- Android version 10 or above
- Active internet connection
- A Steam account with Black Myth: Wukong purchased
Necessary Tools
To play Black Myth: Wukong on Android, you need to use cloud gaming services. The two primary services we will be discussing are:
- Nvidia GeForce Now
- Netboom Cloud Gaming
How to Play Black Myth: Wukong on Android
Method 1: Nvidia GeForce Now
Nvidia GeForce Now is a popular cloud gaming service that lets you play PC games on different devices, including Android. Here’s how to begin:
- Get Nvidia GeForce Now from the Google Play Store.
- Open the app and sign in using your Nvidia GeForce Now account. If GeForce Now doesn’t work in your country, use a VPN like ProtonVPN. Connect to a country where it works using the VPN before signing in.
- After signing in, go to the “RTX On” part in the app.
- Find Black Myth: Wukong, tap it, and mark it as yours if it’s in your Steam library.
- Sign into your Steam account in the GeForce Now app to prove you own it.
- Tap Play and then choose “Continue Anyway” when asked about needing an outside gamepad.
- Play the game using either an outside controller or the on-screen touch controls in the newest updates.
Method 2: Netboom Cloud Gaming (Alternative)
Sometimes, Nvidia GeForce Now might not work well or be available in some places. As another choice, here’s how to use Netboom Cloud Gaming:
- Get Netboom from the Google Play Store.
- Open the Netboom app and sign in using your Google account.
- Look for Black Myth: Wukong in the suggested section. You might need to pay for a subscription because of limited free game time.
- Sign into your Steam account in the Netboom app to get to the game.
- Start playing and have fun.
Why You Should Never Try Black Myth: Wukong on Android?
Unreliable Methods
I’ve shown two ways to play “Black Myth: Wukong” on Android: using Nvidia GeForce Now and Netboom cloud gaming apps. Both need a Steam account with the game bought.
- GeForce Now Cloud Gaming: Only works in some places and needs very fast internet to work well. It’s also hard to use in places where it’s not supported, needing a VPN, which makes things more complicated.
- Netboom Cloud Gaming: Works everywhere, but you can’t play for long for free and need to pay for more play time.
Performance Issues
Playing a big game like “Black Myth: Wukong” on a phone has many problems:
- Latency and Lag: Even with good internet, there’s a delay when you press buttons, which can make the game not fun. In Srix’s test, you can see an icon showing delay problems.
- Shader Compilation Times: The game takes a long time to load important parts, which can interrupt your playing. The free time you get might not be enough to even start the game properly.
- Graphical Downgrades: Even though cloud services try to make the game look good, playing on a small screen in not-great conditions means the game won’t look as good as it should, especially its detailed designs.
Additional Costs
Thinking you can use these services without paying extra is wrong:
- Subscriptions: To play for longer than the free time, you need to pay for services like Netboom regularly.
- VPNs: Using GeForce Now in places where it doesn’t work needs a good VPN, which costs more money.
- External Controllers: Nvidia GeForce Now says it’s best to use a separate game controller, which often means buying one.
Conclusion
Attempting to play “Black Myth: Wukong” on an Android device leads to issues ranging from technical difficulties and performance setbacks to additional costs.
If you’re a loved playing this game, the best experience will undoubtedly come from playing it on its intended platforms.
For now, it’s best to avoid the Android route and perhaps invest in a suitable gaming setup that can truly bring out the richness and depth of “Black Myth: Wukong.”
Moreover, if you’re interested in playing Black Myth: Wukong, you should check our coverage of the game for any reference.