No Man's Sky

 PlayStation 4
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4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5473 Ratings

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  1. 0re0bro
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    No Man's Sky is an incredible game that offers a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Its sense of wonder, discovery, and creativity make it a must-play for any gamer who loves exploration and adventure. Whether you're a casual gamer or a hardcore explorer, No Man's Sky is a game that is sure to capture your imagination and keep you coming back for more.
  2. Beuz12
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    No man's sky est devenu tellement bon après pleins de maj gratuite. Merci à l'équipe pour le boulot.
  3. Instinct9279
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    this game has really turned into something WAY different then at release. there is so much to do now. build yourself a nice base, collect spaceships, make valuables to make money, I could play this game for hours.
  4. C3ML1SH
    Jul 17, 2023
    8
    Release 2/10
    Now 9/10
    Graphic 10/10
    Adventure Fun 9/10
    Overall 7,5/10
    Good game
  5. RPG_Fanatic
    Jun 20, 2023
    8
    It is always being updated and deserves a second chance,because it looks like a different game since released.
  6. AndreyCloud
    Jun 15, 2023
    8
    I was playing Destiny 2 at the time and after finishing all the Lightfall expansion had to offer, I was just really starting to get fed up with the over monetization of the game, constantly paying more and more for recycled content, **** game balancing, and the complete garbage state the pvp was in. All multiplayer games started feeling like complete rip offs for the amount of monetizationI was playing Destiny 2 at the time and after finishing all the Lightfall expansion had to offer, I was just really starting to get fed up with the over monetization of the game, constantly paying more and more for recycled content, **** game balancing, and the complete garbage state the pvp was in. All multiplayer games started feeling like complete rip offs for the amount of monetization of literally every element of the game (literally every customization is being monetized by live service and multiplayer gaming companies), so I decided to go back into single player games for a bit, to take a break from all the drama and nonsense. I decided to comeback to No Man’s Sky years after giving up on the game around launch. What a journey this game went through. From being complete garbage at launch, to a great experience now. The sheer amount of content that was added to the game completely free of charge is mindboggling to me. They added great base building mechanics, a compelling story line, managing your own fleet of freighters, customizing and building inside your freighters, derelict freighters to explore, community zones, etc. I can honestly say this game has much creative depth to it as a game like Minecraft. I love the turnaround this game has, and it really is a testament to how a good game and live service is meant to function. Hats off to you Hello Games, you did not succumb to corporate greed and irresponsibility.… Expand
  7. ToddJames
    Feb 18, 2023
    9
    Phenomenal game that gets regular updates even being several years old. Do yourself Justice and check when most of the reviews were put in compared to recent times. A vastly underrated game due to this reason
  8. Nintenderek
    Feb 5, 2023
    8
    A super addictive game that's fun to explore and build. I wish there were a bit better enemies as it seems weird to have these weapons and nothing to really take advantage of them with and collecting resources can be a bit repetitive, but there's always more to do and if you don't like one aspect of the game, there's guaranteed to be something else that you can go do that you might enjoyA super addictive game that's fun to explore and build. I wish there were a bit better enemies as it seems weird to have these weapons and nothing to really take advantage of them with and collecting resources can be a bit repetitive, but there's always more to do and if you don't like one aspect of the game, there's guaranteed to be something else that you can go do that you might enjoy instead. There's a story, but it's pretty subpar to be honest and there isn't a whole lot special about the graphics. I wish there was a bit more diversity in the planets, as there's really only a few different biomes and any two planets of the same biome pretty much look identical. Still, there's lots of fun to be had and I would recommend this game to anyone looking for a space exploration type game.… Expand
  9. killer-one805
    Oct 5, 2022
    8
    when i first hopped on this game, I was concerned that it was goanna be like destiny 2 where you only get to other planets on the universe, and you only get to explore the small, enclosed area. but i was very shocked to see how large the planets are. I'm a huge fan of open world titles and want to explore the games, in no man sky. I heard that there are 18 quintillion random planets in thewhen i first hopped on this game, I was concerned that it was goanna be like destiny 2 where you only get to other planets on the universe, and you only get to explore the small, enclosed area. but i was very shocked to see how large the planets are. I'm a huge fan of open world titles and want to explore the games, in no man sky. I heard that there are 18 quintillion random planets in the game. and also shocked that once humanity goes extinct, those other planets are going to be remained unexplored. so cool on flying to different solar systems and jumping from planet to planet… Expand
  10. Marwin17166
    Sep 21, 2022
    10
    I've played a lot of games in my life but NMS surprised me the most out of all of them. I played it with my two buddies and I have to say that it's not very beginner-friendly. I was lucky because one of my buddies was very familiar with the game and was able to explain everything to me. Maybe I wasn't paying attention, but somehow you had to figure everything out yourself, which is cool inI've played a lot of games in my life but NMS surprised me the most out of all of them. I played it with my two buddies and I have to say that it's not very beginner-friendly. I was lucky because one of my buddies was very familiar with the game and was able to explain everything to me. Maybe I wasn't paying attention, but somehow you had to figure everything out yourself, which is cool in itself, but if you die several times at the beginning of the game because you're poisoned, burned or freeze to death, it's not that great, so I can understand why many stop right at the beginning of the game but if you master most of the beginning the rest of the game is all the better, really stunning planets and a feeling that is indescribable. If you only have minimal interest in NMS and like films like Star Wars or Interstellar, you should really try it out and preferably with a few friends.… Expand
  11. Sneaux
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    Since launch the game has pulled a complete 180. There is significantly more content, multiplayer, and better graphics. It's absolutely worth a second look if you were disappointed at launch.
  12. AlexSantoss
    Jul 16, 2022
    10
    Don’t believe the negative reviews! The game has gotten much better! Amazing game, so many jours put into it, so much to explore! Enjoy the game for what it is, really a good game to lose yourself in!
  13. yoho
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    Amazing game which is now the best game of space exploration ever. One of the few games receiving continuous free updates with tons of content. New expeditions every 6 months give you new objectives and unique items making you travel through the best places in NMS. Hope physical ps5 release will be a success because this game deserves it.
  14. Cimar
    Jun 4, 2022
    9
    No Mans Sky is one of the best open world games out there with quintillions of galaxies that you can name and upload to the public and also a very mysterious story which is what makes it unique and a feature to name and tame creatures. In No Man's Sky building is a key feature because you can hire scientists, cartographers, overseers and more to help expand your base you can also customiseNo Mans Sky is one of the best open world games out there with quintillions of galaxies that you can name and upload to the public and also a very mysterious story which is what makes it unique and a feature to name and tame creatures. In No Man's Sky building is a key feature because you can hire scientists, cartographers, overseers and more to help expand your base you can also customise it with a range of decorative furniture and plants. No Man's Sky is all about exploring and with the fact that you can own your own ship makes this feature a lot easier to use you can also upgrade / buy new ships with a range of classes. Multiplayer is very fun as you and your friends could go and infiltrate an enemy's base or build up your empire. Also with a range of different people at space stations including, Cartographers, Weapons managers, scrap dealers and more. The fact that you can go anywhere is very cool as it makes you want to explore which is what makes it a great open world game and also every single planet is unique. You could have an arctic wasteland planet or a boiling Badlands planet. Another cool part of the game is the fact that you can customise your race or clothes. Do you want to be a big and tough Vykeen or a small but smart Gek. Overall No Man's Sky is worth the buy as it also gets regular updates too.… Expand
  15. AdictoGames
    May 24, 2022
    10
    At first a 0, now... Better late than never, it deserves a perfect 10. They did what was needed to be done, silently... Absorbing all the hate they provoked with their promise of a game changing model.
  16. Jstwlkawayldman
    May 17, 2022
    10
    So, I originally bought this game in 2016 thinking it wasn't all hype. Unfortunately, at the time, it was. Now, fast forward nearly 6 years and this game is absolutely all THRILLER and ZERO FILLER. Sean Murray and the amazing team at Hello Games have accomplished what feels like, the impossible. Welcome to the Interstellar Sandbox! With 18 *FREE* major content updates, the latest beingSo, I originally bought this game in 2016 thinking it wasn't all hype. Unfortunately, at the time, it was. Now, fast forward nearly 6 years and this game is absolutely all THRILLER and ZERO FILLER. Sean Murray and the amazing team at Hello Games have accomplished what feels like, the impossible. Welcome to the Interstellar Sandbox! With 18 *FREE* major content updates, the latest being incredible all by its wee self, this game delivers. And delivers and delivers. In fact, it has changed and improved so much since it's release, that any reviews written before 2019 are totally and completely misrepresenting what this game is today. When I first bought it, I played for roughly 5 hours and after one massively disappointing experience, I put the game away, for what I thought would be forever. However, mid 2021 I started reading that NMS had changed drastically. Without reading further in to it, I decided to give it another look.
    That look turned into approximately 500 hours of playtime and platinum trophies on both PS4 and PS5. I couldn't believe how much content had been packed in this game. So much so, that there were times I'd just zone out while playing, trying to comprehend how this game was capable of doing what it was doing, and how it was possible. (Didn't figure much out, but that's okay because I don't work there) Audio - 40/42
    Video - 42/42 (Next generation is gorgeous) Controls:
    Ship - 42/42
    Rover - 20/42
    On foot - 38/42 Terraforming - 36/42
    Exploration - 42/42
    Travel and Accommodations- 42/42
    Base Building - A million. (Thanks to an orbital construction camera for easier piece placement and a large selection of parts to build with) Questing - Repetitive in a lot of aspects, but it's almost a secondary function of the game after a point. For what this game is and then became and for how much I got out of this game, I'm rating it at %100. Take that with a grain of salt if you like, but if you like space exploration and sandboxing, you're gonna freaking love this game. Cheers!    … Expand
  17. Jackyyu
    Apr 27, 2022
    8
    Over three years of updates later, no man's sky is one of the best space games out there in the market. Yes it's quite arcadic and combat can be quite lacking sometimes, it's still a very special experience being able to travel space and explore planet's and galaxies. Hello games has really done a great job on redeem No Man's Sky and anybody that likes sci-fi or space-like games shouldOver three years of updates later, no man's sky is one of the best space games out there in the market. Yes it's quite arcadic and combat can be quite lacking sometimes, it's still a very special experience being able to travel space and explore planet's and galaxies. Hello games has really done a great job on redeem No Man's Sky and anybody that likes sci-fi or space-like games should definitely give it a try.… Expand
  18. Tjmerder
    Apr 16, 2022
    10
    Great game, hidden gem. Play this game and bask in greatness. Great graphics, loading sucks on ps4 but it's worth the wait.
  19. Elvisfox71125
    Apr 15, 2022
    10
    Love it! Twas a disaster at lunch but is now a masterpiece in procedurally generated kitty cats!
  20. MartyRamirez
    Apr 15, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In 2016, I, like many, pre-ordered and played No Man's Sky at launch and we were all let down by what we had, but in 2022 with all these free updates (I think that should be known since most of the AAA games and these cherished companies don't even do that), this might be the greatest gaming comeback in history. Bare with me but this is only a fraction of what you can do with these updates.
    You can:

    Own alien pets, play with your friends online, customize your character, be the leader of your own settlement and make tough decisions, defend that settlement from sentinels and space pirates who want to take your resources, build your own bases anywhere, drive vehicles on land and submarines underwater, go into scary abandoned freighters and fight hostile aliens, own your own freighter and frigates, own multiple ships, guns, and multitools (aka guns and mining tools), discover multiple planet biomes, plant alien like plants that can earn you a lot of units (The main currency of the game), take part in missions, embark on some interesting text story missions, have your own AI squadron to journey with you and fight rebel space pirates, etc.

    They have delivered and more with these updates to bring us what they initially promised us at launch and I say it is time to appreciate companies like them for their hard work and how they didn't give up and owned up to their mistakes. It shows that how you act when you make a mistake is way more important than the mistake itself, because people will remember that more.I give this a 9/10 for what No Man's Sky is NOW, not for what it was in 2016 and I think many should try to move on from those times after more than 5 years have gone by. Cheers to you Murray and Hello Games, and God Bless you for your redemption and hard work.    … Expand
  21. bob_the_bob
    Apr 6, 2022
    10
    When it was released, it was not so good. The trailers promised more than it was. But it has become much better. The updates just breathed more life into this game. Today it is one of my favorite games and I recommend everyone to try it out again.
  22. cwmillett
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    It's not for everyone but this is an absolutely amazing game. The visuals are stunning and the scale of the universe is mind blowing. I could explore a planet for hours or venture out into the galaxy. This is my go-to game whenever I just want to relax and let the stress melt away.
  23. Domefullofmetal
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    Absolutely one of the greatest video game experiences I have ever had let alone VR experiences. The idea of procedurally generated universes creating themselves it's literally being a technological God. I was already blowing away from that but with everything that they continue to add to the game it truly is one of the most intuitive experiences you can ever have in a video game. To beAbsolutely one of the greatest video game experiences I have ever had let alone VR experiences. The idea of procedurally generated universes creating themselves it's literally being a technological God. I was already blowing away from that but with everything that they continue to add to the game it truly is one of the most intuitive experiences you can ever have in a video game. To be able to explore worlds and find things that others may have never even found encapsulates a feeling no other game can. The amount of love I have for exploration in this game is unmatched. I want people to understand something just because you don't like something does not make it a bad game it just means you don't like it.. this has all the definition it needs to be considered one of the greatest games ever to come out. Main reason being how many different ways it has pushed the boundaries of what a video game can do.… Expand
  24. Popeye557
    Jan 25, 2022
    10
    This game is awesome! I don't understand why the score is so low but I'm assuming the majority of the negatives are from pre patched / updated versions. Have a blast playing online with my friends. Graphics are phenomenal. Just an all around masterpiece. Hello games deserves credit for turning this game around and delivering an amazing title.
  25. Chris0nF1re
    Oct 22, 2021
    8
    For a game that launched in a terrible state the game has come a long way. I respect that the developers didn’t run away with the money and call it a day. Though I still feel they deserve the criticism for how terrible the game launched. The game has improved drastically over the years since launch and they have pretty much given us every promise even if they did take years to do so. I canFor a game that launched in a terrible state the game has come a long way. I respect that the developers didn’t run away with the money and call it a day. Though I still feel they deserve the criticism for how terrible the game launched. The game has improved drastically over the years since launch and they have pretty much given us every promise even if they did take years to do so. I can say now that the game is finally worth the price of admission. I am currently playing the game on PS5 mainly through PSVR and it’s a surreal experience. Flying into a planet while burning through the atmosphere and then seeing the strange beauty of the planet through vr is spectacular. Then finding a perfect place to build a base overlooking a town that you are running is amazing. This game definitely isn’t for everyone but if you like exploration and discovery and you have the time to burn no man’s sky is a must purchase especially if you have a VR headset.… Expand
  26. EVANS_UA
    Oct 7, 2021
    9
    The launch was awful. The comeback Hello games made over the years is legendary though.
    The game in the current state is pretty fun as a sandbox, exploration, building and grinding game.
  27. Catdaddy_77
    Jun 13, 2021
    9
    While this games had a rough start, the patches and new cost free new game modes like Explorations, have this game beating the hype that built up on 2016. No microtransactions, multiplayer, and space station building are all there. If you don’t have it buy it. If you haven’t played it in a while you will be surprised and delighted at how it plays now. Glitches? Still some but few and farWhile this games had a rough start, the patches and new cost free new game modes like Explorations, have this game beating the hype that built up on 2016. No microtransactions, multiplayer, and space station building are all there. If you don’t have it buy it. If you haven’t played it in a while you will be surprised and delighted at how it plays now. Glitches? Still some but few and far between. Hello Games is committed to fixes and expansions. Welcome back traveler.… Expand
  28. Obstinal
    Jun 3, 2021
    8
    Has improved so much since the start. I do not regret buying this game at all and neither should you.

    Give it a go. Bugs are easily overlooked
  29. gorghimself
    May 5, 2021
    10
    I heard good things about this game repeatedly and held off purchasing but boy am I glad I did! Whilst it has clearly benefited from 5 years of development, to say this is anything but a masterpiece of a game is an understatement, there are flaws and bugs but they are quickly fixed and the attention to detail is stunning. I would imagine that many would be put off but I have immenselyI heard good things about this game repeatedly and held off purchasing but boy am I glad I did! Whilst it has clearly benefited from 5 years of development, to say this is anything but a masterpiece of a game is an understatement, there are flaws and bugs but they are quickly fixed and the attention to detail is stunning. I would imagine that many would be put off but I have immensely enjoyed my time exploring the universe and there are still many things I have yet to do in the game. It's a shame all the negative initial reviews hold this down in the ratings...… Expand
  30. breakXedge
    May 3, 2021
    10
    Muy buen juego, lo jugué en su día de salida y ya era espectacular, pero es que cada parche ha ido mejorándolo. El modo VR es simplemente perfecto.
  31. Svebki
    Apr 29, 2021
    8
    Nice gameplay, I love the feeling of discovering the game gives. Surviving is one of the best parts of the game. But the graphics could be better. The online mode is fun too. I love it.
  32. GustaCNXFL
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Bom No Man's Sky começou sendo a muitas promesas de um jogo espacial onde um universo inteiro seria gerado procedalmente com infinitos planetas e sistemas solares
    Os Animais de cada planeta tambem seriam gerados aleatoriamente entao voce nunca iria ver a mesma especie de criatura repetida em outro planeta.
    Isso era uma ideia genial! e ainda tinham prometido Multiplayer! e diversas outras    Bom No Man's Sky começou sendo a muitas promesas de um jogo espacial onde um universo inteiro seria gerado procedalmente com infinitos planetas e sistemas solares
    Os Animais de cada planeta tambem seriam gerados aleatoriamente entao voce nunca iria ver a mesma especie de criatura repetida em outro planeta.
    Isso era uma ideia genial! e ainda tinham prometido Multiplayer! e diversas outras coisas! era incrivel pensar que poderia existir um jogo assim..

    Bom Chegou 2016 o jogo foi lançado porem nao tinha quase nada que aviam prometido o sistema de geraçao procedual era muito bugado as criaturas eram bugadas o jogo
    crashava toda hora e nao tinha quase nada pra se fazer.. todo mundo odiou o jogo

    MAS!

    a empresa que fez o jogo! começou a trabalhar muito para reparar o jogo e o deixar polido para se tornar o jogo que eles aviam prometido!
    Eles conseguiram No Man's Sky Hoje em dia em 2021 tem tudo que eles prometeram e adicionaram coisas que eles nem tinham prometido!
    o Jogo esta incrivel agora Recomendo demais Comprar o jogo pra jogar! No Man's Sky esta incrivel infinitas galaxias e planetas com Escosistemas Unicos!
    Graficos Incriveis e a Equipe que fez o jogo ainda continua o atualizando ate hoje adicionando novos conteudos!
    No Man's Sky e o jogo Perfeito que tinham prometido para gente!    … Expand
  33. KratosChief
    Mar 12, 2021
    9
    Cuidado para não passar pelo centro da galáxia porque se não você não vai poder voltar para a primeira galáxia nunca mais e não vai poder montar sua base onde os seus amigos estejam a não ser que eles também passem pelo centro da galáxia Mas tirando essa dica cara esse jogo é muito bom e se tivesse lançado agora ele com certeza absoluta seria o melhor jogo da década
  34. zenraged
    Feb 20, 2021
    8
    Update: Game is complete now. Worth the price, also its often is 50% off on Steam. Very fun as a solo player, I never got into multiplayer but its there. Very fun and relaxing game, get lost in the universe.

    This game has the potential to be a great game, closing in on a 10/10. But this game was released too early in development, it's missing features that were presented by the dev,    Update: Game is complete now. Worth the price, also its often is 50% off on Steam. Very fun as a solo player, I never got into multiplayer but its there. Very fun and relaxing game, get lost in the universe.

    This game has the potential to be a great game, closing in on a 10/10. But this game was released too early in development, it's missing features that were presented by the dev, it's completely missing the most advertised and expected gameplay features. Yet, the game was still released, at full price $60. This is half of a game. It's an unfinished alpha preview. It should not be on store shelves for sale. It should be on Steam as an early preview for $15 or $20.

    Now, I believe this game will get there, I believe updates will be released, features added, and this will evolve into the game I expected and was promised/advertised.

    My review has to be on the game I have, not the game I want or look forward to. With that said this game gets a 5/10. It's average. Interesting and at times beautiful. Exploring new planets, building new technologies to visit more distant and varied star systems is exciting. But after a while the game becomes completely repetitive and lackluster. Without a solid story, without a worthy goal, without multiplayer, without any RPG game elements, there is really no motivation to continue playing once you've upgraded you stuff to the max.

    My advice is to wait on buying this game, but keep your eye on it. When the features are added it needs to be a great game then buy it. For now, hold off.    … Expand
  35. Belarus_neckoby
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    такие игры как minecraft + rust + x3 terran conflict + eve online = BEST sky fi GAME !!!!
    Советую брать несмотря на рейтинг ! Единственное до людей в онлайне вам надо будет выжить дофига времени но зато потом жара пойдет)
  36. Ontnorth99
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No Man’s Sky has been one of my favourite games to play on the ps4 since it’s release on August 9th, 2016. However like many others I was disappointed with how the game was first released as the gameplay wasn’t quite as advertised, but in my opinion it didn’t make it a bad game as No Man’s Sky still had plenty of new and innovative aspects of gameplay mechanics which made it the unique game it is. As-well the developers of the game showed they had their fans in mind when updating the game, as many of the updates massively overhauled the game visually, aswell as with gameplay mechanics by adding in multiplayer, and adding more story content(in which the storyline for the game is easy to follow and keeps the player immersed in the world that is No Man’s Sky). If you weren’t like me and gave the game a chance or were hesitant of buying the game from the reviews then I think you should give the game a chance in 2020 as since it’s release in 2016 it is almost like a brand new game.… Expand
  37. Easier
    Jan 10, 2021
    9
    muy buen juego lo recomiendo aunque tiene un bug a la hora de pintar los coches y eso y por eso le doy 9 de valoracion pero para aquellos que le guste la supervivencia y la exploracion este es su juego ;)
  38. Nintenduder
    Jan 5, 2021
    9
    I just got this game in 2020 and I'm blown away! It's a ton of fun and endless stuff to do. Flying around and exploring new worlds is a blast. I've encountered a couple bugs, but nothing game breaking and the devs seem on top of trying to fix them.
  39. tom_harding
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    2020 review - Having been excited for its release but giving it a miss due to its early state, I finally dipped in after the last big update this year. 100 hours later and I can say this is a great game and I highly enjoyed my time with it. It revolves around exploration, mining, trading and upgrading while following an interesting and engaging central story. It's a slow burn and not for2020 review - Having been excited for its release but giving it a miss due to its early state, I finally dipped in after the last big update this year. 100 hours later and I can say this is a great game and I highly enjoyed my time with it. It revolves around exploration, mining, trading and upgrading while following an interesting and engaging central story. It's a slow burn and not for everyone but other than a few quality of life issues and some areas of repetition I found it a pleasure to play. I look forward to jumping back in when we get another big update.… Expand
  40. Dare_04
    Dec 16, 2020
    8
    I'll give Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door a four out of five. Just a solid RPG.
  41. J154
    Dec 9, 2020
    9
    An all over revolutionary space exploration game. The rocky start this game had, has been MORE than redeemed!
  42. WhatAboutThat
    Oct 10, 2020
    9
    This has been one of my favorite games of all time, purely for the fact that it offers such endless exploration and has continued to offer so many updates and redevelopments since its original release.

    There are many issues the game still has, the terrain "pop-in" is still pretty bad, sometimes it will take 15 seconds or more for all of the terrain to load when I arrive at a new    This has been one of my favorite games of all time, purely for the fact that it offers such endless exploration and has continued to offer so many updates and redevelopments since its original release.

    There are many issues the game still has, the terrain "pop-in" is still pretty bad, sometimes it will take 15 seconds or more for all of the terrain to load when I arrive at a new location. There are many bugs and ongoing base building issues. Some of these things frustrate the hell out of me.

    BUT it's one of the most stunning beautiful and expansive games I've ever played and I've probably put more hours into this game than any other. If you enjoy exploration in games, this is the one for you!    … Expand
  43. JensM
    Sep 9, 2020
    9
    Great comeback. Game still gets updated and story still gets expanded. The game also has multiplayer
  44. Samfi
    Sep 8, 2020
    8
    This game was an absolute let down when it first came out but they managed to fix it with free updates, now it has a lot of possibilities to explore, space fights and trading aside from the beautiful and different worlds, really worth the money right now
  45. pokegod11
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing game after all of the updates that hello games added to the game post launch
  46. Lolopo205
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Es un hermoso y más si amas la astronomía tan grande y tan poco tiempo poco maravillas por descubrir que van en aumento con una comunidad buena y los creadores aún trabajando en el
  47. AdamJensen77
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    This is something different, and its not for everyone. For me, its one of the best experiences I had on my ps4. The planets are beautiful, and the felling of loneliness while you are exploring plus the amazing soundtrack, create an amazing mix of sensations.

    If love space, and planetary exploration, you should ignore the critics and buy it, it is really amazing.
  48. Dillonstone450
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    I've been playing this game since day one. At that point I probably would have given it about a seven, it was still pretty wonderful and didn't deserve all of the hate that it got. But over the years they have added on so many features and basically everything that was promised and so much more. I absolutely love this game
  49. CamyVero
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    I've searched the market for space exploration games, and none have come close to what I was looking for except this game. I've spent hundreds of hours on it. Exploring planets and moons, entering black holes, spending hours looking for the necessary resource to be able to activate the curvature engine and reach that solar system that praises a paradisiacal world in which to settle downI've searched the market for space exploration games, and none have come close to what I was looking for except this game. I've spent hundreds of hours on it. Exploring planets and moons, entering black holes, spending hours looking for the necessary resource to be able to activate the curvature engine and reach that solar system that praises a paradisiacal world in which to settle down and build my base. A great game… Expand
  50. AcePowney
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    No Man's Sky is one of those games you'll love or hate, I've given a generous score here because it seemed like when I started playing at 6 pm, 5 minutes later looking at the clock, it was 10 pm. Really one of those games where is not necessarily grinding as every planet and character is randomly generated, but you lose yourself and really become a collector of language, guns, ships andNo Man's Sky is one of those games you'll love or hate, I've given a generous score here because it seemed like when I started playing at 6 pm, 5 minutes later looking at the clock, it was 10 pm. Really one of those games where is not necessarily grinding as every planet and character is randomly generated, but you lose yourself and really become a collector of language, guns, ships and resources. The drawbacks of this game when I played was it felt lonely and some times the graphics would appear shaky. Other than that it's a game they are continuously improving and I will not be trading in or selling my copy as it just might continue that way!… Expand
  51. karay123
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    After many updates and patches finally is a really good game. There is still a lack of diversity on the planets, too many times animals are the same and the plants also. We need more variety and types of planets.
  52. andybock
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    I have played this game from the beginning, and wow has it changed. The additional vr support is extremely emersive, and makes for a great time. Thanks for keeping up with the title Sean Murray.
  53. Fridi08
    Apr 27, 2020
    9
    It's very fun, the story is cool and the gameplay is good. But when I'm in a shuttle, the camera sometimes glitches down
  54. Menni
    Apr 27, 2020
    8
    Panorami spaziali fantastici. Personalmente credo sia stata una grande idea, un gioco dalle potenzialità incredibili ma scarno ed abbandonato a se stesso, certamente una buona base per un titolo futuro, comunque unico nel suo genere
  55. Andrix97
    Apr 23, 2020
    10
    Umbelievable game, outstanding and incredible...... I love the way this game makes you emplore the universe
  56. Nullifiedboon
    Mar 20, 2020
    10
    This game, is, amazing, I ha e played it si ce day one and I have enjoyed it thoroughly ever since. The fact that I can sit back and explore the universe endlessly keeps me coming back for more, and with the updates coming out, there is even more to do and see. This game has provided countless hours of therapy for myself and others and is a great way to just relax and enjoy the scenery.This game, is, amazing, I ha e played it si ce day one and I have enjoyed it thoroughly ever since. The fact that I can sit back and explore the universe endlessly keeps me coming back for more, and with the updates coming out, there is even more to do and see. This game has provided countless hours of therapy for myself and others and is a great way to just relax and enjoy the scenery. For those who want a fast paced action game, look elsewhere, this is a game that requires more thought that just point and shoot, you can be whatever you want to be in this game.… Expand
  57. feneis9275
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Since the last update, NMS is perfect, and now living ship ! Of course buying NMS in 2016 was a mistake but now, just try and enjoy. !!
  58. Ysegrim
    Feb 21, 2020
    8
    I had to correct my rating from 2 to 8. The developers have really put themselves into it and made a good game out of this catastrophe from the beginning.
    Many futures that were missing at launch are now in the game and the needs of the players have been addressed. The game is now really a space exploration game with Survieval elements. Good jop hello Games.
  59. tygoro
    Feb 11, 2020
    10
    I love this game, it's the best on the planet. Had a rough start but the dev's REALLY do care and they are constantly improving the game.
  60. Rousmorgoth
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    This game was once a huge disaster and disappointment. But they kept developing the game until today. I've spent many hours ingame in 2020 and I absolutely love it. Thank you Hello games!
  61. altair77
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Greatest comeback in the history of comebacks. Thanks for not abandoning this game, 11/10 would recommend
  62. Strop77
    Jan 12, 2020
    9
    First played this on release and really, really disliked it. Recently tried it again (after ALL the updates & patches) and man oh man am I hooked. It’s almost like a totally new game. Definitely try it again or buy it if you don’t own a copy.
  63. lucaslannes83
    Dec 22, 2019
    9
    I have player for more than 200 hours. The game received several updates and is Very good.
  64. Sorites
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    This game has got a lot better since launch. Look at the rating for beyond. This game is really good now.
  65. GrizzlyBear88
    Nov 5, 2019
    10
    I honestly love this game. It offers many approaches to play it, endless gameplay and really innovative components. These developers releases patches with new features for free, while nowdays most of the companies does it with paid dlcs. I don't really understand these low point and FOR WHOEVER READS THIS REVIEWS REMEMBER THAT THIS GAME IS CHANGED A LOT IN THE LAST YEARS!!
    I simply love it.
  66. marcelskerps
    Sep 18, 2019
    10
    exploração espacial ao máximo!!muito bom!joguei por meses e meses e ainda estou jogando
  67. michellegarris0
    Sep 10, 2019
    10
    181hrs played, and I'm still loving it! The continuous support from the team over at Hello Games has been nothing short of spectacular!
  68. musoatheart
    Aug 29, 2019
    10
    In 2016 I would rate this game at a 6. With the tremendous and free updates they’ve put out over the years this is hands down a 10/10 title. VR mode is otherworldly.
  69. Lionarith
    Aug 22, 2019
    9
    I really enjoy the game now. I was pretty disappointed when it came ot and stopped playing after 5 hours, but all the updates made a real good game.
    Exploration: 10 - so many things to see and discover. Exploration mechanics like taking pictures, uploading and renaming creatures and whole planets is awesome.
    Upgrade Mechanics: 8 - hard to get into it, but finally rewarding. More    I really enjoy the game now. I was pretty disappointed when it came ot and stopped playing after 5 hours, but all the updates made a real good game.
    Exploration: 10 - so many things to see and discover. Exploration mechanics like taking pictures, uploading and renaming creatures and whole planets is awesome.
    Upgrade Mechanics: 8 - hard to get into it, but finally rewarding. More character visual customiization would be great.
    Combat (Space): 7 - OK i guess, i don't usually play other Space games.
    Combat (Ground): 4 - Game is not specialised for that.
    Story: 8 - Got improved so much.
    Graphics: 8 - Good enough to get immersed
    Sound effects: 9 - Use good headphones. Alien creatures make funny noises.
    Music: 3 - not for me, too esoteric. Use your own music.

    Overall, the gameplay elements come together now to create a great experience, i am excited to play more after 35 hours now.    … Expand
  70. brandoncargill1
    Aug 21, 2019
    10
    UPDATE: August 21, 2019

    EVERY NEGATIVE REVIEW YOU HAVE READ ARE FROM BITTER FANS FROM 2 YEARS AGO! Do not fall for this, the game has had massive improvements. It is well worth $20. PSVR is the best way to play this game! Its incredibly immersive, and helps make you feel more into the game. That statement is for those who have found the game boring thus far. If you have PSVR, it is a    UPDATE: August 21, 2019

    EVERY NEGATIVE REVIEW YOU HAVE READ ARE FROM BITTER FANS FROM 2 YEARS AGO! Do not fall for this, the game has had massive improvements. It is well worth $20. PSVR is the best way to play this game! Its incredibly immersive, and helps make you feel more into the game. That statement is for those who have found the game boring thus far. If you have PSVR, it is a must buy.

    The game has had massive improvements to its gameplay. it has a solid story, good development, co-op to a degree, and base building. Vehicles, weapons, and space combat has improved. Atlas storyline has progressed, and the game is very strong.. If you still have the game, give it a try! Its a completely different game! If you have not played the game, get it now! Its only $20 brand new! I am happy to say that I came back to this game.    … Expand
  71. Shakybooty
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    The greatest game ever made.

    And I’ve played a lot of games.

    I can see from other reviews that this is a ‘Marmite’ game, but for me it’s the game on PS4 I keep coming back to.

    And that’s before I try the free beyond/VR etc update....
  72. Vision95
    Aug 15, 2019
    10
    Best game ever thank you hello games and sean Murray for this beautiful and amazing game
  73. Steyraus
    Aug 14, 2019
    10
    The development of this game is a story worth writing a novel about. It started out over hyped and under delivering, thanks to the games creator talking big but not having the time or people to back up many promises. But after years of the team not giving up we have No Man Sky 2019, which is not only a very different game to what was released in 2016, but its is one of the most original,The development of this game is a story worth writing a novel about. It started out over hyped and under delivering, thanks to the games creator talking big but not having the time or people to back up many promises. But after years of the team not giving up we have No Man Sky 2019, which is not only a very different game to what was released in 2016, but its is one of the most original, technically impressive and even industry leading games , this generation. There is almost infinite things to do in this game , and its great fun, but the fact you can do it all in VR is what elevates this game to a 10/10. Just like RE7 its a great game on its own , but when you are able to feel like you are in the world and the sense of immersion and atmosphere is that realistic, it elevates the whole experience. the only negative I could give the game today is that it is a bit Blurry on PSVR, ive seen many other games look much sharper on PSVR which makes me wonder in they are taking advantage of the PS4 Pro hardware yet.. Its not entirely fair to mark a game down for the hardware limitations with such new tech, though, so for me the game sits at 10/10 in 2019.… Expand
  74. Etsuko
    Aug 7, 2019
    10
    WOW!I love it. It is so big, beautiful since the new Update. lolllolollllll
  75. WaspyWasp
    May 18, 2019
    9
    Honestly, the game is really good after all the updates they've done. An amazing comeback
  76. Volsyden
    Apr 29, 2019
    8
    Gotta have it to these guys. At first this game was terrible but after they fixed it i absolutely love the game. during their patches there were still many bugs and caused the game to crash but eventually most was fixed. i do have some issues but overall this game has been very fun, very different, and lost more to do.
  77. ChrispyFellow
    Dec 9, 2018
    9
    I bought this game at release and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was what I expected from an indie dev and followed all the lead up pretty closely. It was definitely hyped to the highest degree but If you watched closely and looked at all the content what was released was close to what I expected. Since release Hello Games have been constantly updating and working hard polishing, refining andI bought this game at release and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was what I expected from an indie dev and followed all the lead up pretty closely. It was definitely hyped to the highest degree but If you watched closely and looked at all the content what was released was close to what I expected. Since release Hello Games have been constantly updating and working hard polishing, refining and improving No Mans Sky. There is so much content there that it really does keep giving.

    If you want to explore the stars and see what is out there you may like me find this game enchanting. Initially there are some challenges, surviving on early harsh planets, constantly finding required materials but as you develop your suit, your ship and your understanding you will reap the benefit of not feeling desperately tied to a grind and can really enjoy seeing what you find. Setting yourself goals of making money, improving your suit, upgrading or replacing your ship, getting your own freighter, building your own fleet, finding weird and wonderful planets or systems then sertling within one on your own base either alone or with friends. There is a lot to do and enjoy here. If you are a player that needs a clean narrative to follow there are story missions to follow but these are quite light and not enough for me to recommend this game to you. If everything I have mentioned appeals to you, you like me may really enjoy this game. I’ve played around 170 hours across 2 saves ( one solo and one multiplayer so I wasn’t too far ahead of a new joining friend when multiplayer was released)

    The biggest thing for me, causing me to rate this an 8 is that it is a truly unique game, unlike anything else I’ve played. And that for me is deserving of recognition.    … Expand
  78. Crazygar
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    Update: They had the foundation and built upon it. Thank you Hello Games. Score of 8 changed to 10

    It's unfortunate that this game falls flat on it's face from the get go. It has MASSIVE potential to be an amazing Space Faring Sim on PS4. The folk at Hello Games did a great job, but I feel the game is not finished, yet alone half finished. The hype surrounding this game was it's    Update: They had the foundation and built upon it. Thank you Hello Games. Score of 8 changed to 10

    It's unfortunate that this game falls flat on it's face from the get go. It has MASSIVE potential to be an amazing Space Faring Sim on PS4. The folk at Hello Games did a great job, but I feel the game is not finished, yet alone half finished.

    The hype surrounding this game was it's downfall. Many items/features/options that were shown and stated did not appear in the final release of the game. I hope they are coming (and for free, good to deliver on what you promise). I plan to hold on for a little to see where this takes me.

    So far, it's a game I play when I am tired of the violence of the other games I play. Something to chill with in the evening, keeping me busy exploring the systems I have already discovered. Not something you can play for hours and hours on end like most other games.

    The foundation for an amazing game is laid, let's see if Hello Games decides to build on it, or leave it flat.    … Expand
  79. dandjent
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    My favorite game of all time. And has been since its release. It's not perfect. But there just isn't anything else like it. Truly a unique and special game that everyone should at least try once if they're into space/sci fi.
  80. Wh1te_Wolf
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    Игра отличная, для выживастика сойдет, мне кажется что с каждым обновлением она все лучше и лучше!
    Минусы
    Графика она слишком на некоторых планетах давит на глаза Плюсы С обновлениями много чего меняют, и это хорошо Можно спокойно лежа на диване убить свое время (в хорошем смысле) Да и также дать воле фантазии! Вроде все что получилось подметить в игре, вот как-то так. Я считаю что    Игра отличная, для выживастика сойдет, мне кажется что с каждым обновлением она все лучше и лучше!
    Минусы
    Графика она слишком на некоторых планетах давит на глаза
    Плюсы
    С обновлениями много чего меняют, и это хорошо
    Можно спокойно лежа на диване убить свое время (в хорошем смысле)
    Да и также дать воле фантазии!
    Вроде все что получилось подметить в игре, вот как-то так. Я считаю что её можно брать. Так-как разработчики делают разные дополнения, и сними (повторю еще раз) она становится лучше, при том гораздо лучше чем была в начале, а тогда игра действительно была полным Г    … Expand
  81. Ishi123
    Sep 8, 2018
    8
    It took two years, but Hello Games has finally started to deliver on their massive promises that they so gleefully broke on release. Give them a bit of credit, though. EA and Activision would've abandoned this game right from the outset after failing so hard, but Hello Games stuck with it and with the NEXT update, it's finally looking like the game that everyone was clamoring for. AsideIt took two years, but Hello Games has finally started to deliver on their massive promises that they so gleefully broke on release. Give them a bit of credit, though. EA and Activision would've abandoned this game right from the outset after failing so hard, but Hello Games stuck with it and with the NEXT update, it's finally looking like the game that everyone was clamoring for. Aside from about 20 trucks worth of bugs and crashes that the developers are thankfully releasing patch after patch for constantly, the game is a good bit of fun with lots of stuff to do and explore, even if the planets and gameplay can get repetitive.

    If you were waiting for No Man's Sky to get good to finally get it, now's the time to do it. It's only going to keep getting better as the bugs are worked out and the system becomes more streamlined, and Hello Games continues to keep adding more content completely free over the course of only weeks. If you already were burned, however, I can't really convince you to come back if you don't want to. I didn't buy into the hype to begin with because I'm one of about three people on the planet who has long-term memory and pattern recognition, so I knew from the announcement that the game was going to crash and burn just like 99% of the others do.

    tl;dr, if you were waiting, get it now, but only when it's on sale, and if you were already burned, feel free to never touch it ever again unless you're generous and feel like giving them a second chance, because to their credit, they HAVE worked their asses off for the last two years to try to make up for Sean Murray's blatant lies.    … Expand
  82. jim109109
    Aug 26, 2018
    9
    I liked the concept of this game but personally, have never given in to the hype. Perhaps it is experience but I knew it would turn out to be feces on launch. It caught my attention though, after I learned that the developers were still updating it two years later. Maybe they were sincere in wanting it to reach their initial vision.

    Now with the NEXT update it has, and the game is    I liked the concept of this game but personally, have never given in to the hype. Perhaps it is experience but I knew it would turn out to be feces on launch. It caught my attention though, after I learned that the developers were still updating it two years later. Maybe they were sincere in wanting it to reach their initial vision.

    Now with the NEXT update it has, and the game is incredible, it took me entirely by surprise. If you still don't like it, it was never meant for you to begin with. It has an extremely large scope and a lot of variety. Every space game component you can think of is there and then some, trading, combat, farming, base building, fleet management, multiship freighters, customization, missions, alien diplomacy, endless worlds. Even a decent story. Just keep in mind that as a whole, the game is astonishing but it doesn't delve deeply in all of it's individual components, so don't buy it if say, only the combat is what interests you.

    I'm addicted and just scratching the surface. I couldn't in good conscience have asked for more. It's not for everybody, but if you do love this kind of game, it might be the one you've always waited for.    … Expand
  83. DaveCoyote442
    Aug 20, 2018
    9
    The game really is a different experience than most games give. You usually have the base content of beginning, middle, and an end. For No Man's Sky, there really isn't anything like that in here. Each player will experience the game in a unique way. There really is no end to what could happen to your character in this game. One player will spend half the game flying around space, anotherThe game really is a different experience than most games give. You usually have the base content of beginning, middle, and an end. For No Man's Sky, there really isn't anything like that in here. Each player will experience the game in a unique way. There really is no end to what could happen to your character in this game. One player will spend half the game flying around space, another constantly discovering some new planet or creature. Speaking of planets, did I mention there's over 18 quintillion? That's 21 zeroes! The new update finally added what the game had been missing: co-op. You can now play with friends! I still give it a 9 because it still seems to be missing something. I just don't know what yet.… Expand
  84. ThePeoplesVoice
    Aug 15, 2018
    8
    After the latest updates the game really improved. For me No Man's Sky is a game I always hoped for. It's just a relaxing experience. Lay back and explore the universe. There are fights if you want to pick one or just be a trader. Earn yourself a freight ship and built your own fleet. Build some bases on random planets and join your friends to explore together. No Man's Sky is not yourAfter the latest updates the game really improved. For me No Man's Sky is a game I always hoped for. It's just a relaxing experience. Lay back and explore the universe. There are fights if you want to pick one or just be a trader. Earn yourself a freight ship and built your own fleet. Build some bases on random planets and join your friends to explore together. No Man's Sky is not your typical game. I just play it when I don't want to play anything else.… Expand
  85. HaloFever
    Aug 9, 2018
    9
    Bought No Man's Sky yesterday and it is the open world (galaxy) exploration, crafting, trading, survival, multi-player game I was looking for. Leaving the atmosphere and flying to another planet is amazing. It's magical. I know folks were upset about this game 2 years ago. I never played that version so I don't care. The game is great and I recommend it.

    Update: In less than a week,    Bought No Man's Sky yesterday and it is the open world (galaxy) exploration, crafting, trading, survival, multi-player game I was looking for. Leaving the atmosphere and flying to another planet is amazing. It's magical. I know folks were upset about this game 2 years ago. I never played that version so I don't care. The game is great and I recommend it.

    Update: In less than a week, I've sunk 20 hours into No Man's Sky with no end in sight. This game is the culmination of all things and the future of video games. It's not like Destiny where each planet has maybe 1 square mile of playable space. The planets are massive, filled with creatures, and full of wonder. I hope Hello Games can sell millions more copies to fund more development.

    Update 2: It's been a little over two weeks since release and I'm an incredible 80 hours into No Man's Sky. I just can't stop. If a game like Elder Scrolls is a sickness, this game is an epidemic. There's this entire procedurally generated galaxy between me and the center. Some day it will get old, as all thing do. Maybe after I buy a top class start destroyer.    … Expand
  86. GReviews
    Aug 8, 2018
    8
    No Man's Sky: Next is a huge update for a wonderful space exploration and survival game. This update provides great new graphical enhancements and a whole host of new activities to enjoy in game. Whilst there are still some technical hitches these are relatively minor when compared to the huge amount of content which has been provided by Hello Games.
  87. masterK
    Aug 6, 2018
    8
    Giocato a fondo e a lungo ritengo che sia una esperienza che, anche alla luce degli ultimi update, sia riservata davvero a pochi. Personalmente ritengo che l'esplorazione planetaria, la raccolta delle risorse, il crafting di basi e astronavi sia divertente anche se non eccessivamente profondo. Ci sono ancora dei bug e talvolta il gioco va in crash. I nuovi materiali da raccogliere sono benGiocato a fondo e a lungo ritengo che sia una esperienza che, anche alla luce degli ultimi update, sia riservata davvero a pochi. Personalmente ritengo che l'esplorazione planetaria, la raccolta delle risorse, il crafting di basi e astronavi sia divertente anche se non eccessivamente profondo. Ci sono ancora dei bug e talvolta il gioco va in crash. I nuovi materiali da raccogliere sono ben bilanciati anche se alcuni, come l'uranio così importanti per la navicella o alcune strutture, sono difficili da trovare. Pianeti, basi, bioma e creature dopo Next sono molto meglio definite e più varie. Io adoro l'idea dei viaggi spaziali e di ritrovarmi in un universo immenso da esplorare e quindi un gioco come questo lo trovo comunque imperdibile.… Expand
  88. Injun
    Aug 1, 2018
    9
    Love it! Beautiful game with so much to do after all the updates. I'll still be playing this for years to come. Keep the free updates coming!
  89. Chrysler
    Jul 30, 2018
    10
    I love this game,the next update made it well worth it and thsi game deserves at least 8 but I will give it 10 since for me its the perfect and most fun game I ever played,I love the procedual generation,the variety,the new content,the vastness of space and planets,this game is the best space game I ever played.And my favorite all time.
  90. dyinginbeauty
    Jul 30, 2018
    8
    I bought this on sale for £15 a day after the NMS next update came out, having never played the game prior to this - At the initial game launch I waited for reviews to come out, hence made the decision to pass it at the time. I would have been very annoyed had I paid £50 for a half finished game with loads of promised content missing...

    The NEXT version of NMS is pretty amazing for    I bought this on sale for £15 a day after the NMS next update came out, having never played the game prior to this - At the initial game launch I waited for reviews to come out, hence made the decision to pass it at the time. I would have been very annoyed had I paid £50 for a half finished game with loads of promised content missing...

    The NEXT version of NMS is pretty amazing for someone who has never played it before! The look of the game, the retro 1950's inspired art work, the sound, and the sheer scale make this a special experience. I am a casual gamer, not being interested in the deeper aspects of mining and gathering essential items, but I can see that here there is a lot to do here... If your'e like me go for the creative mode, which is a god mode allowing you to explore freely with no need to harvest raw materials etc.

    Why 8? It is confusing at times, being unclear what your actual objectives are, and secondly the frame-rate at certain points drops so low that is for a few moments unplayable...

    Definitely worth a shot if on discount.    … Expand
  91. lolmolo
    Jul 29, 2018
    9
    I played the game when he arrived, i was bored after 15 hours. Next i download all the patch including the "next" one and 3 days after i think almost all the problem are solved (some bugs). (sorry for my bad english i'm french ;))
  92. Fill3rup_
    Jul 26, 2018
    9
    Next has made this games essential on PS now,(its on sale too) Everything has improved for the most part..a Couple of crashes on ps pro (turning Boost mode off is a fix for this).. Well Done Hello Games on not giving up on this very special game..
  93. bcGrimm
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    I loved this game before the NEXT update. Now it's absolutely an incredible game. 300 hours total and I still come back for these updates.
  94. noakespg
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    Following two years of enhancements, the game is now unrecognisable to that released in 2016. Significant new content and well considered changes to the story and game play loops make this the game promised, and a must play experience for any fans of Sci fi, spare exploration, base building or survival.
  95. bconfortin
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    The NEXT update just released and this makes the game something else. It's gorgeous. It's like No Man's Sky 2.

    It adds multiplayer and a ton of other features. We can build our own fleets now! It's amazing. Base building has been widely improved and you can do it everywhere on the planet now, even underwater. You build the base computer and if nobody owns that spot, it's yours. The    The NEXT update just released and this makes the game something else. It's gorgeous. It's like No Man's Sky 2.

    It adds multiplayer and a ton of other features. We can build our own fleets now! It's amazing.
    Base building has been widely improved and you can do it everywhere on the planet now, even underwater. You build the base computer and if nobody owns that spot, it's yours.

    The tutorial is completely reworked and it introduces core mechanics earlier, like bases and freighters (I hear you get your first freighter free of charge, so that's neat).

    They also reworked the enhancement systems for weapons and ship upgrades. It makes more sense now, at least for me.

    Textures and procedural generation have been improved, along with new animations and a character model with full customization. You can play with other races, too!

    It's a breathtaking game. All new features that comes after today is going to be a plus.    … Expand
  96. napelm
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    If you came here looking for reviews and see all Negative reviews, you will find only haters that came to review a game that they thought would be, not realizing this is not a game for everybody, nor a PvP, just a chill adventure where the goal is not important, but the journey.

    If you are looking for a PvP, combat game to play with teammates and enemies online, this is not the game for    If you came here looking for reviews and see all Negative reviews, you will find only haters that came to review a game that they thought would be, not realizing this is not a game for everybody, nor a PvP, just a chill adventure where the goal is not important, but the journey.

    If you are looking for a PvP, combat game to play with teammates and enemies online, this is not the game for you. Even with the MP release, it is still not that experience.
    If you came to look for a exploration, relaxing game, then this is you place. Now with NEXT update, it adds tons of new stuff that expand your gameplay in positive ways. Gotta love this    … Expand
  97. BemaJinn
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    Beware of reviews from the old version of the game!!

    The game on launch 2 years ago was rocky, to say the least. It a put of people of people off from trying the game since. Which is a shame, as the subsequent updates added a lot to the game, and refined much of the gameplay. Now the 'NEXT' update has landed, the biggest one yet, it overhauls a lot of gameplay that people weren't    Beware of reviews from the old version of the game!!

    The game on launch 2 years ago was rocky, to say the least. It a put of people of people off from trying the game since.

    Which is a shame, as the subsequent updates added a lot to the game, and refined much of the gameplay.

    Now the 'NEXT' update has landed, the biggest one yet, it overhauls a lot of gameplay that people weren't happy with, and adds a ton of new and awesome content.

    One of the best games I've played!    … Expand
  98. MrGrimmz
    Jul 19, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No Man's Sky has very much redeemed it's self. with the beta tests of the update NEXT having amazing reviews and critics calling it the spiritual awakening or the Galactic Sized Come Back, the game is here to stay, gone with the bugs and here with the revolution of gaming.

    The first update titled "The Foundation Update" brought a new game mode, base-building, the ability to grow plants and products, automation, etc

    The second update called, "The Pathfinder update" gave us 4k graphics, 3 new land vehicles, an ARG, increased base building mechanics, more game modes and updated procedural software.

    The third update was the 1st reviver getting people to come back, this was "Atlas Rises". With 30 hrs of great story, more procedural software updates, graphical updates, another game mode, (a somewhat bare bones) Multiplayer, more base building mechanics, ability to buy freighters and big ships, the ability to own 6 smaller ships at a time in your freighter, ship combat, and also flight combat and landing controls were also updated.

    And finally the Big Daddy of all the updates and game saver of the century, "NEXT", while inconclusive and only going off well-known, hardcore, critic and beta tester accounts, the game seems to be saved completely from the trash can. Next has been confirmed to have, Ringed planets, more story, third-person view, multiplayer models, buy-able corvettes and frigates, COMPLETELY amazing and OVERHAULED graphics, factions, PVP, Playable races, amazing add-ons to base-building, gravitational physics, Overhauled procedural codes, Racetrack building and the ability to share them, updated resources, ability to command a fleet of ships and a restraint on universal currency so it doesn't become inflatable as easily. And i haven't even got into the stuff speculated by the new trailer.

    This game is here to stay. Sean Murray never gave us promises and we struggle to grasp that. i myself gave a review of 4 before, ripping the game apart, but now the game we WANTED(and not promised) is finally here. we should all be happy it is and hope for it's continued progress to be as successful as the past updates.

    Final Comparison: EVE/Elite Dangerous/Minecraft, i struggled to compare this game to anything but EVE and Elite Dangerous with more exploration and the infinite possibilities of Minecraft.    … Expand
  99. Rbar
    Jul 10, 2018
    9
    So. I was very excited when this game was first announced. Bought it at midnight of the release. How horribly disappointed I was cannot be put into words. I sold the game after about 8 hours of play. As the years went by I would occasionally look at the updates to the game and think about trying it again. I finally pulled the trigger last week and bought the game again. NOW this isSo. I was very excited when this game was first announced. Bought it at midnight of the release. How horribly disappointed I was cannot be put into words. I sold the game after about 8 hours of play. As the years went by I would occasionally look at the updates to the game and think about trying it again. I finally pulled the trigger last week and bought the game again. NOW this is the game i was hoping for. Beautiful, vibrant and full of life. I would recommend anyone who initially felt the same as me to revisit this game. Hope this review helps.… Expand
  100. TJAW
    Jun 10, 2018
    10
    No Man's Sky is quite possibly the biggest comeback in the history of gaming. After a truly disastrous launch, it looked as though this game would be doomed to go down as the most disappointing video game ever, a legendary failure. But amazingly, within two years of its initial release No Man's Sky has been vastly improved in every single way. With stronger graphics, dozens upon dozens ofNo Man's Sky is quite possibly the biggest comeback in the history of gaming. After a truly disastrous launch, it looked as though this game would be doomed to go down as the most disappointing video game ever, a legendary failure. But amazingly, within two years of its initial release No Man's Sky has been vastly improved in every single way. With stronger graphics, dozens upon dozens of bug fixes and tweaks, more activities to complete, a greater sense of adventure, a far deeper narrative, and oodles more secrets to discover, No Man's Sky is no longer that buggy, empty, pointless trek to nowhere that it used to be. The game oozes personality now, and everything you do - whether it's building a base, crossing water on the exocraft hover car, completing missions for factions, searching crashed freighters for goods, etc. there's rarely a sense of boredom. The planets used to be ugly multicoloured mudballs but are now captivating and feel so much bigger and more exciting, and so does the galaxy, which feels ten times as enormous as it used to feel. No Man's Sky has a very bright future ahead and I honestly thank Hello Games for not giving up on it and over time giving players what they originally paid for and much, much more.… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 96 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 96
  2. Mixed: 54 out of 96
  3. Negative: 1 out of 96
  1. GameCritics
    May 8, 2020
    80
    While I’m sure developer Hello Games is still tweaking things and perhaps even creating more content for No Man’s Sky, the current state of affairs is a strong one. This galactic opus still offers an infinite amount of content for those who want to lose themselves among the stars, but now also contains a concrete throughline that will satisfy a wider array of players. It can be irritating at times, but it’s also full of stunning moments and the satisfaction of building a virtual life among the stars. Four years after launch, it’s finally a journey worth taking.
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  2. BaziCenter
    Feb 10, 2017
    60
    The world of No Man's Sky is insanely vast and beautiful, but there’s nothing to do in it! There’s no goal, no destination, no ending, nothing!
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  3. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    60
    While No Man's Sky is engrossing for the first few hours, repetition starts to set in and the proceedings grow dull. The developers stated that they plan to add significant features such as base building which could dramatically change the game for the better. There's a promising foundation present, so it's possible to envision a more substantial game down the line. As it currently stands, though, our excitement to cross the universe faded sooner than we expected.
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