Screenrant Calls Out ‘Lack of Diversity’ in ‘Black Myth: Wukong’ Review

Screenrant’s Black Myth: Wukong Review Misses the Mark, Prioritizing Diversity Over Substance

The highly anticipated “Black Myth: Wukong” has been the subject of much discussion since its initial reveal. With its stunning visuals, innovative combat, and deep connections to Chinese mythology, the game is on the radar of many as a potential Game of the Year contender… Yet, despite the widespread praise, Screenrant has delivered a baffling 3/5 star review.

The reason? Lack of diversity and inclusion.

No, I’m not making this up… I seriously couldn’t do it even if I tried.

This review reads like an indictment of a game that simply wanted to honor its cultural roots. Instead of focusing on the gameplay, artistry, or story, Screenrant chose to base its lower score on a criticism that the game didn’t meet their standards for diversity. A criticism that feels not only misplaced, but completely fabricated.

Even more troubling is the larger context. There’s this strange, ongoing pushback against Game Science, the developers of “Black Myth: Wukong,” for not working with a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) agency. I’ve even speculated that this low review score is part of a larger, more insidious trend: extortion. By punishing the game for not meeting an arbitrary, external standard, it begs the question: is this really about the game, or is it about punishing a developer for not playing by the unwritten rules of “nose ring mafia” activists posing as journalists…

To add to the absurdity, Screenrant didn’t even have the courage to link the review to a specific author. Instead, they hid behind the anonymity of the “ScreenRant team,” a move that further undermines the credibility of the review. It’s one thing to criticize; it’s another to do so without accountability. By refusing to give a name to this controversial review, Screenrant has only highlighted the weakness of their position. This is not only embarrassing… but… at this point, pathetic.

Ultimately, this review isn’t just a miss, it’s a troubling sign of where gaming journalism is headed. When media outlets literally start making up reasons to be outraged, it’s clear they’ve lost the plot.

For fans of “Black Myth: Wukong” and anyone who cares about honest, thoughtful criticism, this review is an embarrassment. Shame on Screenrant for turning what should have been a celebration of a unique and culturally significant game into yet another battleground for virtue signaling.