Black Myth: Wukong Not Launching? Here's a Permanent Fix You Can Try

If you've been hit with the frustrating issue of Black Myth: Wukong refusing to launch, you're not alone. After posting a video about this problem, the response was overwhelming — so many players asked the same question: "Is there a permanent solution?" This post walks through a simple workaround that's been helping people get back into the game without repeating the same manual steps every time.

The Problem

Some players find that Black Myth: Wukong simply won't start, even after the usual troubleshooting (verifying game files, updating drivers, restarting Steam, etc.). One known workaround involves temporarily changing your system date to trick the game into launching — but doing that manually every single time is a hassle.

The Fix: A Simple Notepad Script

Instead of manually adjusting your system date every time you want to play, you can automate the whole process with a small script file created in Notepad. Here's how it works:

Step 1: Get the File

Download the pre-made script file (link available in the original video's description).

Step 2: Set the File Path

Open the script and paste in the correct file path so it points to the right location on your system.

  • Right-click your game's folder or executable.
  • Select Copy path.
  • Paste that path into the designated spot in the script file.

Step 3: Run It

  • Right-click the script file.
  • Select Run as administrator.

That's it. The script will:

  1. Temporarily change your system date.
  2. Automatically launch the game.
  3. Revert your system date back to normal after a short while.

No more manually digging into date/time settings every time you want to play — the script handles it all in one click.

Why This Works

The underlying issue seems to be tied to how the game checks the system clock or license validation at launch. By briefly shifting the date, the game bypasses whatever check is blocking it from starting, then the script quietly restores your correct date so the rest of your system stays unaffected.

A Few Tips Before You Try It

  • Always run the script as administrator — it won't work correctly otherwise.
  • Since it changes your system date temporarily, avoid running other date-sensitive applications at the exact same time.
  • Keep the original script file safe so you don't have to look it up again next time.

Final Thoughts

This is a handy workaround if you're stuck with Black Myth: Wukong not launching and want a repeatable, one-click solution instead of manually editing your system settings every time. As always, back up any important files before running new scripts on your PC, and only download tools from sources you trust.

Got it working? Or run into a different issue? Drop your questions in the comments — happy to help troubleshoot further.

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