Even in 2026, the winding canyons of the Fright Cliffs still manage to surprise explorers who wander into Black Myth: Wukong’s second chapter. Among the dust, crumbling statues, and aggressive stone beasts, one strange discovery continues to capture the community’s imagination: colossal stone heads that chant eerie sutras, their oversized eyes just begging to be plucked. Collecting all six Buddha’s Eyeballs isn’t just for bragging rights — it unlocks a hidden arena and one of the game’s most memorable boulder-tossing bosses. If you’ve ever wondered where those humming heads are hiding and what exactly happens when you reunite the eyeballs with their owner, this freshly updated walkthrough has all the answers.

Players first stumble upon these weird statues right after the tense showdown with the Rat King and Rat Prince. Cross the rope bridge into the Fright Cliffs, and it’s impossible to miss the first chanting head — it sits nonchalantly by the side of the path, almost like a sentinel. Interact with it, and the Destined One receives a single Buddha’s Eyeball, with a cryptic item description hinting that it can be “inlaid elsewhere.” The game doesn’t offer any further clues, so it’s up to the player to track down the remaining five heads scattered across the region.

The trick to finding them lies in listening. Every head emits a distinct, low chanting sound that grows louder as the player approaches. While Black Myth’s accessibility options have seen minor improvements via post-launch updates, there’s still no dedicated subtitle track for environmental audio cues, so keeping the volume up or wearing a good headset is strongly advised. Follow the hum, and the eyeball prize won’t be far.

Here’s a breakdown of all six Buddha’s Eyeball locations, complete with visual landmarks to make the hunt painless:

• First Buddha Head – Impossible to miss. After entering the Fright Cliffs and before even reaching the first Keeper’s Shrine, the head sits calmly on the roadside. A quick interaction yields eyeball number one.

From the initial shrine, there are two branching paths. The most efficient route winds through a nearby cave before looping back to a second shrine, which serves as a central hub for the remaining heads.

• Second Buddha Head – Take the left path from the first shrine, dealing with the stone enemies that claw out of the ground. Look for a covered archway and enter the cave. Before plunging deeper, check the left side for a narrow trail that leads up to a hidden altar. The second head is waiting there, its chant echoing off the rocky walls.

• Third Buddha Head – Venture further into the cave until spotting the telltale shimmer of a Keeper’s Shrine trail leading to a second exit. Activate the Rockrest Flat shrine — it will be the staging ground for later heads. Then re-enter the cave and ascend through the enemy-packed corridors. A massive chunk of stone studded with glowing crystals should be actively avoided unless the player is feeling particularly reckless, as striking it triggers a surprise boss encounter. Instead, leave the cave via the exit directly across from the stone monument. The third head sits just outside, its chanting unmistakable.

• Fourth Buddha Head – Warp back to the Rockrest Flat shrine using an Incense Trail Talisman. Turn around and head through the wooden-planked opening. Stick to the main trail without straying, and the player will soon spot the fourth head perched to the right, nestled at the bottom of a rocky cliff face.

• Fifth Buddha Head – Directly across from the fourth head, this one is mounted high on top of a large wooden structure. Its elevated position can make it easy to overlook, but the chanting should guide keen ears right to it.

• Sixth Buddha Head – Return to Rockrest Flat one last time. Just beyond the shrine and slightly to the left, the final head stands near a dark doorway. This is crucial: the doorway leads to the arena of the Stone Vanguard, a mandatory boss that must be defeated before the eyeballs can be used. Players who haven’t yet cleared this fight should do so now; the Vanguard drops the Sterness of Stone, required for story progression anyway.

With the Stone Vanguard reduced to rubble and all six eyeballs in hand, the final step is beautifully straightforward. Inside the arena, just past the entrance, stands a large, dark monolith carved with multiple faces. Approach it, and the option to “Deliver” the Buddha’s Eyeballs appears. Doing so sets off a deep rumble, and the ground itself seems to rearrange as the secret boss, Shigandang, comes to life.

Shigandang is a hulking stone golem that fights with slow but devastating punches, stomps, and shockwave-creating slams. The key to victory lies in recognizing its telegraphs — the creature’s lumbering attacks leave ample windows for dodging and countering. Staying mobile and punishing its recovery animations makes the fight manageable, though a few attempts may be needed to fully read its patterns. Defeating Shigandang rewards the Heart of Stone, a Mind Core, a Skandha of Feeling, three Silk, and 1,360 Will — a tidy haul that makes the entire scavenger hunt feel worthwhile.

Beyond the loot, the encounter stands as a testament to the kind of hidden depth that keeps players returning to Black Myth: Wukong two years after launch. The Fright Cliffs may be just one slice of the journey, but the chanting heads and their stony guardian remain an iconic optional challenge. With this guide, any wanderer can now track down every last eyeball and claim the secret for themselves.