Asmongold Surprised by the Popularity of His Videos in China

Asmongold, a prominent figure in the streaming community, was taken aback upon discovering the immense popularity of his content on Chinese social media platforms, particularly after enduring a two-year ban from one of the country’s leading sites. His experience sheds light on the fascinating dynamics of content consumption in different cultural contexts.

As of December 2024, Asmongold stands as the fourth most-viewed broadcaster on Twitch, with millions of followers on both YouTube and Twitch. His reach and influence are undeniable, yet even he was surprised to uncover a vibrant fanbase across the globe, particularly within China.

Asmongold’s Rising Popularity Tied to Black Myth: Wukong

During a live stream in January 2025, Asmongold stumbled upon a post on his subreddit showcasing a screenshot from Bilibili, China’s answer to YouTube. Intrigued, he noticed that he had his own category on the platform, with individual videos amassing hundreds of thousands of views.

“Wait — 460,000 views?” Asmongold exclaimed, clearly amazed. “Oh my f**king god! And there’s pages of this sh*t? Oh my god!”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxi7RRwSnE4

I had NO IDEA about this.. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxi7RRwSnE4)

A significant portion of these videos focused on his opinions about the game’s controversial loss to Astro Bot at the 2024 Game Awards, especially in relation to Black Myth: Wukong. This showcases how interconnected global gaming communities are, particularly around popular titles.

The most staggering aspect of Asmongold’s newfound success on Bilibili is his surprising return to the platform, having previously faced a ban. He speculated, “I was banned until Black Myth: Wukong came out, and I liked it so much that they decided to unban me. They said, ‘You know what, maybe he’s not so bad.’”

Black Myth: Wukong Character — Image Source: Game Science

Asmongold is not alone in his admiration for Wukong; the game’s defeat at the 2024 Game Awards ignited widespread debate across social media. Prominent gamers, such as Shroud, claimed the event was ‘rigged,’ highlighting the passionate opinions surrounding the awards.

Since its launch in August 2024, Black Myth: Wukong has achieved remarkable commercial success, with over 10 million copies sold within its first week. Such statistics not only illustrate the game’s popularity but also reflect the ongoing trend of gamers rallying around titles that resonate with their values and experiences.

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