Black Myth: Zhong Kui Face Model Revealed After New Year Short Film
Game Science’s recent New Year short film for Black Myth: Zhong Kui has generated significant attention among fans, particularly regarding the appearance of a female character whose design sparked widespread speculation about the real-life model behind her face. The mystery has now been officially solved as model “满月77” confirmed through online interactions that she served as the facial capture model for the character. This revelation comes after the short film’s release created buzz within the gaming community, with players eagerly trying to identify who provided the facial features for the intriguing character design.
Model 满月77 responded to fan inquiries by stating, “I’m so happy to be recognized. I participated in facial capture, which was a very special experience.” She clarified that while she handled the facial capture work, motion capture would be handled by more professional experts. The model expressed openness to potentially participating in motion capture in the future if opportunities arise, promising to share updates with fans should that happen. Her confirmation puts an end to the speculation that had been circulating since the short film’s release.
In her response, 满月77 expressed deep gratitude to the Game Science development team, stating that she felt “very very lucky” to have participated in the Black Myth project. She admitted that she hadn’t expected her actual likeness to be directly used in the New Year short film, suggesting the developers made a creative decision to incorporate her facial features into the promotional material. This direct usage of her image in the short film appears to have been an unexpected but welcome development for the model.
The Black Myth: Zhong Kui project continues Game Science’s tradition of creating visually striking action games rooted in Chinese mythology. The attention to detail in character design, including the use of real facial capture models, demonstrates the studio’s commitment to authenticity and visual quality. While no release date has been announced for the full game, these behind-the-scenes reveals help maintain fan interest and showcase the production values players can expect. The model’s enthusiastic response suggests positive working relationships between developers and talent, which often translates to better final products.
