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On August 20th, the eagerly awaited video game \u201cBlack Myth: Wukong\u201d launched globally, swiftly ascending to the top of Steam\u2019s best-selling list in 29 countries and regions, and attracting a record-breaking number of concurrent players within hours. The game story is based on \u201cJourney to the West\u201d, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature, which has ignited a global fascination with Wukong, rejuvenating interest in the original novel and prompting a deeper exploration of Chinese culture and language. \u201cWukong\u201d or \u201cSun Wukong\u201d, one of the main characters of \u201cJourney to the West\u201d, has become a renowned symbol of Chinese culture. The English version of \u201cBlack Myth: Wukong\u201d retains many terms in their original Chinese pronunciation, such as \u201cWukong\u201d for the Monkey King and \u201cGuai\u201d or \u201cYao Guai\u201d for monsters, rather than using liberal translations. This approach has significantly increased demand for Chinese language education, as players and fans seek to understand and connect with the stories and traditions behind the game and its cultural icons. In this surge of interest, WuKong Education, a leading global EdTech company, has emerged as a key player. Embracing the character and themes of \u201cJourney to the West\u201d as part of its brand identity, WuKong Education\u2019s sub-brand, WuKong Chinese, was among the first to provide tailored online Chinese language courses for students aged 3-18 residing outside of China. Rooted in the philosophy of integrating cultural learning with language education, WuKong Chinese has designed specialized courses themed around \u201cJourney to the West\u201d. Through 20 picture book reading courses, teachers immerse students in the rich culture and myths of \u201cJourney to the West\u201d, enhancing their Chinese vocabulary and fostering a passion for Chinese culture based on a deeper understanding of the Four Great Classical Novels. With a mission to reconnect young learners with their cultural heritage, WuKong Education recently launched \u201cTell Us Your ABC Story Season 2: WuKong Global Story Contest\u201d, with Daniel Wu returning as a special invited judge for the second consecutive year. This contest aims to unite Chinese individuals and families worldwide, encouraging them to share compelling stories that resonate with their cultural roots.<\/p>\r\n

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