Black Myth: Wukong Update Now Live — PS5 “Performance Mode” Switches to Native 60 Hz

Game Science today released patch 1.0.20.21756 for Black Myth: Wukong. The PS5 version got the update first, and the PC versions (Steam / Epic / WeGame) will follow soon. This update is a significant performance + experience overhaul, covering graphical and performance optimizations, combat refinements, new technical support features, and a host of bug fixes.

Performance & Technical Improvements

• On PC, the patch formally integrates AMD FSR4 upscaling technology and improves stability in compatibility modes. It also adjusts default graphics presets for some GPUs and optimizes memory and CPU usage.
• On PS5, the “Performance Mode” undergoes a major overhaul, now running at native 60 Hz with reduced input latency. Additionally, resolution fidelity and loading times have been enhanced.

Combat & Gameplay Updates

• The devs optimized the boss fight with “Dashi Gandang” (妖王·大石敢当) to improve gameplay feel and balance.
• For the boss “Xinghong Xian / Xian Hong Xing (兴烘掀·掀烘兴)”, fixed issues that caused the boss to become invincible and problems with missing special effects during combat.

Localization & UI / Text Fixes

• The update expands localization support by adding Czech as a new language option.
• It also fixes errors in text and subtitle synchronization across multiple languages.

Warnings & Player Advice (PC Side)

• For PC users, the developers caution that you should check your free disk space before applying the update.
• Mod compatibility: Because of internal changes, existing mods may cause save corruption or crashes. The developers strongly recommend uninstalling mods before patching to reduce risk.

Additional Reported Upgrades & Fixes (from media coverage)

• The update enhances lighting quality throughout the game, resulting in more prosperous and more stable visuals across various scenes. Neowin
• On PC, besides FSR4 integration, compatibility mode stability is enhanced (i.e., smoother performance when using legacy/fallback settings). Neowin
• Some default graphics presets for specific GPUs have been adjusted to suit their hardware better. Neowin
• Memory and CPU usage optimizations were applied to reduce stutters or spikes.