The Best Pets And Animal Companions In Video Games: 2024 Edition

Truth be told, Black Myth: Wukong has so many anthropomorphic characters–you even play as a humanoid monkey warrior–that the whole cast could be included as part of this entry. Still, it’s Zhu Bajie, also known as Pigsy, who plays the most pivotal supporting role.

Zhu Bajie is one of the major characters in Journey to the West. Like Sun Wukong and Sha Wujing, he’s counted among the companions of Tang Sangzang in his quest to seek the ancient Buddhist scriptures. Due to his lustful and gluttonous nature, Zhu Bajie is eventually cursed to live as a humanoid pig, earning the moniker Pigsy.

In Black Myth: Wukong, which serves as a continuation of the tale, Pigsy aids the Destined One in his attempt to gather Sun Wukong’s relics. Similar to his depiction in the novel, Pigsy remains gruff, boisterous, and rude. However, he also shows remorse for his actions in the past, especially with how he treated his former lover, the Violet Spider, as well as their daughter. Cursed to suffer a thousand romantic tragedies, Zhu Bajie has no choice but to accept a lifetime of wandering, whether or not his feelings for someone are genuine. And, yes, he also serves as a neat distraction for enemies whenever he’s with you. Just watch out because you also battle him a couple of times, and these encounters truly test your mettle.