No Man's Sky

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4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5473 Ratings

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  1. TheDamnFox
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    This is one of the best games I've ever had. Beautiful planets, sublime visuals, incredible diversity of plants and animals, aliens languages and the wonderful feeling of the vastness of space that I have never before gotten.
  2. TotallyAverage
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    No Man's Sky is an exploration game first and foremost. If you're into that, this is *the* game for you. If not, keep your money.

    I honestly think the people here whom are giving this game low ratings just had unreasonable expectations of it. No, you can't build space stations or create civilizations. No, you can't enlist in the space army. Don't expect a singleplayer story either.    No Man's Sky is an exploration game first and foremost. If you're into that, this is *the* game for you. If not, keep your money.

    I honestly think the people here whom are giving this game low ratings just had unreasonable expectations of it. No, you can't build space stations or create civilizations. No, you can't enlist in the space army. Don't expect a singleplayer story either. Multiplayer seems to be absent too. Like I said, No Man's Sky is all about exploration. It has some survival elements, but the game isn't very challenging.

    The game can get pretty repetitive as well. Half of the game consists of endlessly grinding materials for upgrades, to sell or to use as fuel. But all that gets diminished by the sheer size of No Man's Sky's universe, or at least in my opinion it does. It might not be worth €60, but I still recommend getting it, if you're into exploration games.

    TL;DR: This game isn't for everyone. If you're not into exploration and endlessly grinding materials for upgrades, don't bother. If, like me, you enjoy this type of gameplay, No Man's Sky is a game you'll thoroughly enjoy.    … Expand
  3. lightyears
    Aug 14, 2016
    9
    After reading some negatieve reviews I doubted to buy the game. But I am happy I did. This is what exploring the universe is like. Going where nobody has gone before and discover new worlds and lifeforms. Altough it isnt a game for anyone. Probably only for science fiction freaks.
    The good news: It's visuals and music are better than I expected and add to the mysterious gameplay. I am    After reading some negatieve reviews I doubted to buy the game. But I am happy I did. This is what exploring the universe is like. Going where nobody has gone before and discover new worlds and lifeforms. Altough it isnt a game for anyone. Probably only for science fiction freaks.
    The good news: It's visuals and music are better than I expected and add to the mysterious gameplay. I am especially impressed by the variation in landscapes. In the real universe also everything is more or less a astronomical random gamble. This game simulates that. The environments and fauna give you plenty of awe moments.
    The bad news: At some point the game gets repetitive. It is basically 1) finding resources 2) create a warp drive 3) fly to next solar system 4) explore planets. And that loop repeats itself. On the other hand every game gets repetitive at some point. Isnt FIFA or DOOM repetitive after 15 hours? It is also basically doing the sam all over again.
    Things to improve: I would like to see a better combat experience on planets. I also want to see more intelligent life (where are the alien cities?). And by example a war between several intelligent life forms, where you can decide to join a side or to stay neutral. Or give the possibility to take tasks in alien cities that you can complete. Afterwards you get money (units) from it. That would also decrease the repetitiveness.
    My conclusion is that the game is a success. And gives a lot of awe moments the first hours. For true science fiction freaks this game is a must have. But I think that Hello Games should feel obligated to make things better with -free- updates given the heavy price tag of 60 euros. Especially in terms of planet combat and tasks to complete for alien cities.    … Expand
  4. Ex2bot
    Aug 14, 2016
    8
    If you love games about space, if you love to explore and if you don't really need your hand held while gaming, No Man's Sky (NMS) may be just the game for you. NMS is an exploration survival single-player game in a vast universe. You'll never know quite what you'll find as you gather resources and explore star systems.

    You'll walk and jet pack, shoot rocks and plants, scan plants and    If you love games about space, if you love to explore and if you don't really need your hand held while gaming, No Man's Sky (NMS) may be just the game for you. NMS is an exploration survival single-player game in a vast universe. You'll never know quite what you'll find as you gather resources and explore star systems.

    You'll walk and jet pack, shoot rocks and plants, scan plants and animals for $. You'll find giant deposits of resources to earn money. Once you fix your starter ship, you'll also fly your starship. Keep in mind there are three speeds: slow (RT trigger) and pulse (O button), and a super fast speed only for space (L1 and R1 aka bumper keys).

    Hints: learn words, explore buildings, ships and space stations carefully, and scan animals and plants for $. There are three inventories (press trackpad and use L1 and R1 to switch between them). And if only there was a way to make the just about everything work better. Some of the deficiencies other reviewers are complaining about (cough exosuit slots) can be upgraded. Look around and try every option. Use those beacons and beams.    … Expand
  5. josedebastos79
    Aug 14, 2016
    10
    No Man's Sky is a very special game, is not for everyone, is about to feel that you area a small being in an infinite and strange universe, it is about the discovery and survive, is about to reach a new planet and for the first time heard the sound of a new creature, is about following clues to know more and more about each of the civilizations, and does so in a very philosophical wayNo Man's Sky is a very special game, is not for everyone, is about to feel that you area a small being in an infinite and strange universe, it is about the discovery and survive, is about to reach a new planet and for the first time heard the sound of a new creature, is about following clues to know more and more about each of the civilizations, and does so in a very philosophical way like in the great science fiction novels of the 60s and 70s I would describe No Man's Sky as the Space Odyssey 2001 of the videogame. You hate it or you love it. Plus there is a incredible technology of procedural generation without loading screens between planets and space. It could improve in many aspects especially in the use of the inventory, the mechanics are simple but satisfying and also the developer Hello Games has said that they gonna adding more content and all for free, including the next update will be base and space freighters building.No Man's Sky is not a perfect game, and sometimes it can become repetitive, but is a increible and unique experience that I recomend to all old school fans of science fiction.… Expand
  6. ArtfromRan
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    The game is great.
    It gives the feeling of infinite space, of freedom and mystery.
    The game turned out to be exactly as promised by the developers.
    The only drawback may be considered too high for an indie game price. But does the high price, something is getting worse?
  7. richardapickfor
    Aug 14, 2016
    10
    This game is what ever you want it to be, the choices are endless. I tend to go on a mini mission, say to find a ruin, and then stop off at what ever takes my interest.

    I started as an explorer, but would say I am now a miner exploring different worlds for their mineral wealth. Next I plan to become an intergalactic pirate!. This really is a 'Star Trek" game, go and explore the    This game is what ever you want it to be, the choices are endless. I tend to go on a mini mission, say to find a ruin, and then stop off at what ever takes my interest.

    I started as an explorer, but would say I am now a miner exploring different worlds for their mineral wealth. Next I plan to become an intergalactic pirate!.

    This really is a 'Star Trek" game, go and explore the universe and see what happens.

    Sure there is some repetitive play, but if its a game with more action you want, go play Halo.    … Expand
  8. Machismo01
    Aug 16, 2016
    10
    This is the game I have been dreaming of since I was a child. Open world games scratch the itch. Vastness. Scale. Narrative built uniquely for me. Elite Dangerous set it in space, but teased me with the planets creating a huge emptiness. NMS fills those planets with numerous gorgeous things. It forces a pace and rewards effort. Barren worlds are all I see with the first hyperdrive. Then IThis is the game I have been dreaming of since I was a child. Open world games scratch the itch. Vastness. Scale. Narrative built uniquely for me. Elite Dangerous set it in space, but teased me with the planets creating a huge emptiness. NMS fills those planets with numerous gorgeous things. It forces a pace and rewards effort. Barren worlds are all I see with the first hyperdrive. Then I see some sandy arid world with the next one. Eventually, full forrests with giant rhinos demanding a that I keep clear.

    The game is NOT for everyone. Survival elements are light enough that you aren't scraping by. Combat is simple enough against a limit roster of enemies. It dives head-long into exploration. So many planets. Some are boring rocks. Some are rich with life. But, as I found on the boring rock, numerous alien artifacts might be scattered around for me to steal.

    This game isn't for everyone. If you are happy to enjoy a quiet, unique, and solitary experience, this is it. If you want multiplayer, combat depth, and a deep narrative presented to you, go elsewhere.

    Sure, Hello Games didn't live up to all of their promises, but this game is good despite it. I LOVE what it is.    … Expand
  9. Ozimandeus
    Aug 14, 2016
    9
    After 12 hours of Play:

    Games like No Man's Sky don't come along all that often these days. At its core, it is a Space Trading game like Elite, but there are also the post 2000's gameplay from Minecraft. And simplified games systems which mean you can do pretty much everything right away. Because of that it actually stops being 'just' a trading game, and instead encourages you to    After 12 hours of Play:

    Games like No Man's Sky don't come along all that often these days. At its core, it is a Space Trading game like Elite, but there are also the post 2000's gameplay from Minecraft. And simplified games systems which mean you can do pretty much everything right away. Because of that it actually stops being 'just' a trading game, and instead encourages you to explore new worlds and seek out new life wherever you find it. The reward the game gives is not instant gratification. Like minecraft without the building, No Man Sky delivers exactly what we wanted from a exploration game.

    Comparisons with Elite are most stark, the exploration part of No Man's Sky is dialed up to 11. Within in a single play session, you can be walking along the surface of a densely lush planet. Mine for Gold, jump into a pool of water, swim around and discover new life. Then Jump into your ship, cruise around the surface of the planet, and locate ancient ruins, or settlements, or trade stations, or the countless other things that are all over the planet. Then with a simple pulling back of your joystick and boost out you fly in orbit around that planet, mine asteroids for fuel and then FTL to the station in the system to trade all your found goodies. Meet intelligent lifeforms and learn there language. And all that, before you ever hyperspace to another star system. Just like Elite, No Man's Sky boasts a near limitless bounty to explore. But there is also a thread of a overriding quest involving the 'Atlas', guiding you to who knows what and where.

    On top of all of that, you can name every system, every planet, every species of flora and fauna you come across. Every settlement you stumble upon. (just make sure you 'save' your game at an outpost or you will be refilling in those names!!

    For me, No Man Sky is easily the most original, most addictive and most humbling of titles. How a 10 person team of coders have accomplished this, is beyond me. The level of sophistication and polish puts this way beyond what we have all come to accept in Indie titles.

    Are there things that I want to see improved? yes, performance whilst on my rig is pretty much flawless. On the more busy planets frame-rates go sub 30fps. And there is the very occasional 'pause' when there is a lot happening. But these are forgivable gripes.

    So because of that, I will be awarding No Man's Sky a 9/10. But also should say this is a 'MUST BUY' for every budding explorer out there.    … Expand
  10. cfry91
    Aug 18, 2016
    8
    After about 20 hours of gameplay, it's safe to say that while the game was extremely overhyped (sort of Sony's fault), this game is still amazingly fun, IF you go in not with the overblown expectations of what it could be. Plain and simple, the game focuses on collecting material, upgrading, and doing it all over again. Does it look like what was originally shown? No. Not too many gamesAfter about 20 hours of gameplay, it's safe to say that while the game was extremely overhyped (sort of Sony's fault), this game is still amazingly fun, IF you go in not with the overblown expectations of what it could be. Plain and simple, the game focuses on collecting material, upgrading, and doing it all over again. Does it look like what was originally shown? No. Not too many games ever do (there are exceptions). The fact that a 15 man team made this though is amazing.

    I personally am playing the game in a way where I do explore planets, I do collect material, scan plants and animals, but I also am after the lore of the game and chasing The Atlas (whatever it is). It all depends how you play the game.

    Don't go into this game thinking it is some big shooter, space flight, massive online game. It's a single-player, massive universe, collection game with a lore that you can choose to follow. Take the time to enjoy the planets and relax and you will find enjoyment out of it. Just maybe not what you were thinking.

    The fact that Hello Games plans to support this for a while is nice. They have updates in the works to add more, so I feel this will be a bit like Minecraft in the sense where more and more options and gameplay elements will be implemented. The game will build itself over time, you just have to give it that time.    … Expand
  11. CiphirSol
    Aug 13, 2016
    10
    It's definitely not for everyone but the concept and gameplay as well as the epic scope warrant at least a strong seven to a light eight.

    If anything, a "polarizing" game like No Man's Sky stands a testament to how deeply flawed a site like Metacritic is.
  12. muldjord
    Aug 16, 2016
    10
    This game is certainly growing on me. Initially it seems very shallow and frustrating. But as you get further into the game, things begin to reveal themselves to you. The inventory management is still a chore, but the overall gameplay falls into place when you start to understand how the game works. It's actually quite well designed and diverse.

    It does have its flaws though. The whole    This game is certainly growing on me. Initially it seems very shallow and frustrating. But as you get further into the game, things begin to reveal themselves to you. The inventory management is still a chore, but the overall gameplay falls into place when you start to understand how the game works. It's actually quite well designed and diverse.

    It does have its flaws though. The whole game does feel a bit dull when it comes to npc's and wildlife. All being procedurally generated, it doesn't take long until you realize that even though things look different, they all act exactly the same. So it's basically the same animals with different looks. Same goes for NPC's. They looks slightly different from one another, but they are always the same static 3D models sitting in a chair in exactly the same position when you arrive at the space stations or outposts.

    But when you start seeing the game as sortof of a table top game instead of a space RPG - then it starts working! Just imagine the NPC's as static plastic figurines who let's you do certain tasks that then enables other stuff and so on. The underlying game mechanics are certainly quite interesting and entertaining.

    Landing on new planets is always enjoyable. Will there be riches? Will it be lush with forest? Are the sentinels gonna come after me? Will I find a trading outpost? So many variables make it quite enjoyable, although the potential for more is immense. So I look forward to seeing what HelloGames manage to implement in the future.    … Expand
  13. upstreamedge
    Aug 14, 2017
    8
    TL ; DR: If you bought this game at launch for 60 you got ripped off, after 3 major updates and at 20-30 bucks is a good and unique experience.

    NMS has come a long way since its release last year. Certainly, it's deserving of the criticism that more should have been in the game on launch. Base building, the new tech system, freighters, and increased alien interaction have addressed many    TL ; DR: If you bought this game at launch for 60 you got ripped off, after 3 major updates and at 20-30 bucks is a good and unique experience.

    NMS has come a long way since its release last year. Certainly, it's deserving of the criticism that more should have been in the game on launch. Base building, the new tech system, freighters, and increased alien interaction have addressed many early complaints. While there are a LOT of criticisms that can be leveled at the marketing for this game, the end result is a unique experience that (while is not for everyone) is at least worth a rent by any lover of the art of game design.

    Many reviewers have arrived at their negative score because they are viewing this as a traditional game where you "beat" it and get some kind of payoff. One with action, bosses, etc. NMS is not that kind of game, it's probably better to think of it as a flight sim or art museum than the high sci-fi of Elite Dangerous.

    There is lore, and a story, but really it just adds to the atmosphere. The universe is vast, the planets are stunning (more diversity on that front has been added as well). the game has a lively community and upcoming updates promise to add more to the Euclid.    … Expand
  14. YoJiEx
    Aug 23, 2016
    9
    Beautiful exploration game that really can be a true survivor game experience. The procedural generation adds a lot of amazing elements but it can also help highlight the similarities between planets as they contain the same buildings and much of the fauna and rock formations are the same. With that said, however, you will often get surprised by a totally unique world suddenly filledBeautiful exploration game that really can be a true survivor game experience. The procedural generation adds a lot of amazing elements but it can also help highlight the similarities between planets as they contain the same buildings and much of the fauna and rock formations are the same. With that said, however, you will often get surprised by a totally unique world suddenly filled with odd mish-mash creatures you've never even imagined before. Once you get past the initial inventory management disaster and upgrade your ship and exosuit with enough slots the game becomes much more enjoyable.

    I really think Hello Games did a fantastic job. I hope they keep supporting this game with updates as there are some opportunities to make this game even better.    … Expand
  15. Connor96
    Aug 14, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game was amazing, i in-joying finding new life renaming it uploading it all of those things, i love talking to traders just the graphics sides that i love.… Expand
  16. BeastBoy84
    Aug 14, 2016
    9
    This is the open world space exploration game that has long been missing from console gaming. Being a fan of the simulation/strategy genre of gaming that is dominant on the PC, No Man's Sky is a breathe of fresh air. At 12 hours in, I'm taking my time fully exploring each planet. It seems this game has limitless opportunity of what it could become, depending on what the user wants toThis is the open world space exploration game that has long been missing from console gaming. Being a fan of the simulation/strategy genre of gaming that is dominant on the PC, No Man's Sky is a breathe of fresh air. At 12 hours in, I'm taking my time fully exploring each planet. It seems this game has limitless opportunity of what it could become, depending on what the user wants to put into it. I can't wait to see what development Hello Games puts into it as this game grows.… Expand
  17. LukeHB21
    Aug 15, 2016
    9
    Such a great idea for a game, exploring different planets and galaxies each with their own flora and fauna, security and temperature is a blast, and when it may become slightly repetitive after a solid 5 hours straight play, a little break and your back wanting more. Theres so much to see and do on each planet, so much to explore and upgrade that for someone that wants to go through theSuch a great idea for a game, exploring different planets and galaxies each with their own flora and fauna, security and temperature is a blast, and when it may become slightly repetitive after a solid 5 hours straight play, a little break and your back wanting more. Theres so much to see and do on each planet, so much to explore and upgrade that for someone that wants to go through the game and take their time its amazing. The game wasn't meant to be rushed through and i feel some of the negative criticism is because players just didnt give it the time to appreciate it for what it is. Sure there is room for improvement but i havent been this immersed or impressed with a game since i bought the PS4 on launch. A truly rewarding experience.… Expand
  18. rickynho
    Aug 9, 2017
    10
    Best game of my life ... I love it with all my might .... It's a great game in every way ... The people who criticize it is simply because they wanted to multiplayer ... that it does not have multiplayer, but for me Is a wonderful game, and improves with each update ... Congratulations to the developers.
  19. JZAnKrayKray
    Aug 12, 2016
    9
    Common themes from all comments thus far - Game is not for everyone - Game gets boring - Game is not a game - Game is amazing - Expectations not met.

    They are all valid in my opinion. My personal opinion is I love this game. I love this tech demo, whatever you want to call it. I am enjoying it very much. But of all the comment themes the "not what i expected" theme is killing me    Common themes from all comments thus far - Game is not for everyone - Game gets boring - Game is not a game - Game is amazing - Expectations not met.

    They are all valid in my opinion. My personal opinion is I love this game. I love this tech demo, whatever you want to call it. I am enjoying it very much.

    But of all the comment themes the "not what i expected" theme is killing me hard. We all saw game play and we all read about the game prior to release. I have seen people complain about the repetitive nature of the game and the lackluster "OTHER" mechanics like weapon game play or the survival aspect. But for all of you who have not played the game yet and are considering getting it, just consider the expectations you have of the game and THEN ASK YOURSELF WHY YOU EXPECT that?

    This game is not a FPS...so why would someone expect evolved weapon mechanics or even better game play with respect to that?

    This game is repetitive in the sense all games are repetitive. The quadrillion planets "not being different enough" is kind of rooted in reality. This game takes on something that actually mimics the size of a universe. And people want the 18 quadrillion planets to be more different than they are now? Can anyone even name 18 quadrillion UNIQUE aspects of a planet that would be noticeable in a game. You roll dice, your going to get the same outcome sometimes....its probability,

    So that this doesnt get too long, its an awesome experience, and dont expect things in this game that have no basis to be expected. Dont expect massive MMO action, where you getting that from? Dont expect DayZ survival, why would you? Dont expect a quadrillion styles of ship or weapons....was that promised? Do not expect anything. Take it with a blank slate and you will be glad you experienced it.    … Expand
  20. kurfar
    Aug 12, 2016
    8
    Honestly impressed with this game. While I'm excited for the idea of base building and driving capital ships in the next update, it's great so far. It's pretty fun and I think it's a really interesting idea. However at the moment the combat enemies are a little bland and could use a tune up in terms of difficulty and variety, perhaps face off against humanoid enemies as well? Also I'mHonestly impressed with this game. While I'm excited for the idea of base building and driving capital ships in the next update, it's great so far. It's pretty fun and I think it's a really interesting idea. However at the moment the combat enemies are a little bland and could use a tune up in terms of difficulty and variety, perhaps face off against humanoid enemies as well? Also I'm waiting on the actual confirmation of what "multiplayer" means in this game. Overall however it's really enjoyable and I'm having a blast with it.… Expand
  21. RabbidMan08
    Aug 13, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Okay A lot of people this game is not fun and there's no enough content, have you at least made it to the center of the universe? I am already 20 hours in and i haven't reach a little bit of the main quest besides there's a lot to do, there's a lot of lore like in other games like the souls series, the alien razes are unique, i would like more but there are unique in their own way, learn different languages is a grind on itself and it's really easy to lose time only doing that, the crafting works very well, obviously the planets sometimes feel the same because whe need some basic materials to be on every planet we go, like the carbon and plutonium. I would love that they make multiplayer making the game even more fun but i can live without it. The reactions the critics and the public are having against this game are because they hype the game as they shouldn't have, all the trailers show exactly what we where going to, so if you bought the game and are dissapointed because it wasn't what you expecting because of hoy hype it was, wit all respect you are an idiot and should feel shame for talking about this game, it's not perfect but it isn't bad at all, it is easiy the best game of this year and how Sean said this game is divisive and we are seeing that, he never lied, the only thing the game needs is a little bit of polish with some patches.

    Besides guys a 12 person people made this game, that's amazing, it's something we have to recognize    … Expand
  22. bethanylizfierc
    Aug 14, 2016
    9
    This game is exactly what I thought it would be. An interesting space exploration game. I love it for being just that, and I feel like that's how the developers pitched it. If you go into No Man's Sky expecting any more than that, you may be disappointed.

    Long story short: If you love exploring, try this game out. If you are looking for action, you should probably pass on No Man's Sky.
  23. danner
    Aug 19, 2016
    10
    THIS GAME, it is not for the average gamer. It is really about exploring and farming within a giant universe. The planets that i have encountered all felt very different. The art style is fantastic it has a very 1970's feel to it. The bashers are people that dont have patience to farm and explore. This game is not for the Call of duty fan boy!
  24. brituc1
    Aug 15, 2017
    8
    After the new Atlas Rises update, I'm happy to see this game has improved quite a bit from when it originally released. The graphics are better, there's more missions and they have added a multiplayer component that I hope they will keep building upon. I applaud Hello Games for sticking with it and improving the game instead of abandoning it.
  25. Krueger800
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    Fantastic sci-fi adventure of solitude, exploration and gradual scientific progression. It's exactly what Hello Games set it out to be: a game where you explore, by yourself, a vast cosmos littered with resources and treasure that are essential for survival and continuation. Think of it as a simulator for what it'd actually be like to be dropped on a planet in space, all alone and you needFantastic sci-fi adventure of solitude, exploration and gradual scientific progression. It's exactly what Hello Games set it out to be: a game where you explore, by yourself, a vast cosmos littered with resources and treasure that are essential for survival and continuation. Think of it as a simulator for what it'd actually be like to be dropped on a planet in space, all alone and you need to fend for yourself with the tools and resources you can find on 18 Quintillion planets . If that sounds like something you'd like then pick this up! Not for everyone but then again, no game is. This is one of pure survival and exploration and - while the first few hours seems more about managing resources (ect.) - like space, the further you continue, the more exciting, wondrous and interesting it becomes! +A… Expand
  26. Wellerson4
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    É um jogo exzcelente para quem gosta de exploração, itens muito diversificado, batalhas espaciais e dentro de planetas, um ótimo game, gameplay fácil e de ótimo entendimento
  27. Aeofel94
    Aug 9, 2016
    8
    Look, Considering how everyone is getting all butthurt over the game, I feel it's important to clarify a few things. This is NOT Minecraft in space, It isn't Eve Online, and it certainly isn't GTA V mixed with Skyrim in space. What it is, is a exploration and survival game, with survival being a main focus of the game. I didn't even know that till last night when watching interviews, but ILook, Considering how everyone is getting all butthurt over the game, I feel it's important to clarify a few things. This is NOT Minecraft in space, It isn't Eve Online, and it certainly isn't GTA V mixed with Skyrim in space. What it is, is a exploration and survival game, with survival being a main focus of the game. I didn't even know that till last night when watching interviews, but I still took the chance anyway. There isn't much of a story and there simply wont be. The interviews and such have stated it has cinematics and such to start, but is a survival game and a single player experience where you may come across another player later on. It mostly is gathering resources, exploring planets, and getting new species discovered while looking for technology and surviving....That may turn away some people, but for me that is the experience I wanted. I wanted to be able to land on planets and explore while also just drifting across the cosmos. Sure to some it may as well be a pretty screensaver, but to me I knew exactly what I was going to get. The people that expected something different, didnt bother looking past the trailers. Trailers never are exactly what a game will be, you need to listen to Q and As, watch some interviews, be sure that is the game you want. And to be perfectly honest, If you are THAT bothered by how the game is, or if you are waiting for the steam release and you dont like it, GO REFUND IT!!! GO GET YOUR MONEY BACK IF YOU HATE IT! NOONE IS FORCING YOU TO KEEP IT OR PLAY IT! But for the others who have actually read through all of this and think it is an experience you would be willing to try, Go for it. The gameplay does get stale at times, but all games do at some point down the road. That's why you log off of games, take it in doses, then hop off when you start getting bored of it. The graphics, while some say are last gen, to me have a charm to them and I love them. Funky colors and all. The music is amazing but I still prefer to play my own music during the game, and almost all issues they talk about with the game can be remedied as the creator said himself, by continuing with the game and upgrading what you have. I hope this has helped at least one person out. I give No Man's Sky an 8/10.… Expand
  28. Filogonio007
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    It´s a great game.It´s a good game because it get´s you into it´s universe and you can be playing lots of hours without realising it.
    It´s not for everybody it´s too slow but I recommend it.
  29. Methijuana
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    This is one of the best games I've ever played, it doesn't hold you're hand and tell you everything's going to be okay. Drops you in a galaxy with a ship with no explanation on how you got there and its like figure it out. Then out you go to explore a universe with 18 quintillion planets, millions of creatures to discover, Fascinating landscapes. Granted games not for everyone, if youThis is one of the best games I've ever played, it doesn't hold you're hand and tell you everything's going to be okay. Drops you in a galaxy with a ship with no explanation on how you got there and its like figure it out. Then out you go to explore a universe with 18 quintillion planets, millions of creatures to discover, Fascinating landscapes. Granted games not for everyone, if you really enjoy GTA series then your probably a thick headed retard, that cant grasp what this game set out to accomplish and the game is probably not for you.… Expand
  30. 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
  31. Skyliner
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    This game isn't for everyone if you like tons of shooting action etc etc don't bother if you like space and exploring crafting and trying to survive in space this is your game. Devs didn't lie at all either was excitedly what I expected 10/10. Good job hello games!!!
  32. mrSprinklez
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    To give a little background, I have been pretty hyped about this game for the better part of 2 years now but at the same time have toned down my expectations the more previews and early gameplays i have seen. I love sandbox/openworld games but do not like Minecraft.

    Pros: The exhiliration of flying in and out of planets and systems. Even though many of planets are "somewhat" same    To give a little background, I have been pretty hyped about this game for the better part of 2 years now but at the same time have toned down my expectations the more previews and early gameplays i have seen. I love sandbox/openworld games but do not like Minecraft.

    Pros:
    The exhiliration of flying in and out of planets and systems. Even though many of planets are "somewhat" same looking, there are still many moments when I walk onto the edge of what I think is just a small hill and suddenly see an vast expanse of gigantic cliffs and crevasse with weird and cool looking alien faunas.

    Great reward and bait system. Explore -> mine -> learn new tech-> sell-> buy upgrade -> continue over again. Its easy to keep on doing this when you are constantly thinking what lies just beyond the system.

    Cons:
    Space combat is horrendous. Extremely difficult to control the ship while aiming with the L stick. Feels like your sitting in a floating twirling cage trying to hit a moving fly on a wall from 100 meters out.

    Certain processes gets really repetitive really fast. Same type of structures and contents on each planet. So basically you go to the same looking structure and do the same thing on planet after planet.

    Upgrades and thiings to upgrade on seems limited so far. You can upgrade your suit, ship, and gun. Upgrading ship and guns seems somewhat unnecessary even, since you can just buy new ones with already upgraded techs. Also many upgrades will say they give you faster cooldown or harder damage, but its hard to see that in play. Upgrading would be more fun if you can see it having a noticeable affect.    … Expand
  33. lauta2701
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    El mejor juego de la historia, una obra maestra. con solo la idea que tenes que explorar 18 quintillones de planetas y ver a lo lejos dos y pensar en la cantidad que hay es impresionante. hay mucha gente que no le gusto pero no entiende nada sobre el juego, se pensaron que iba a ser un GTA espacial lo cual es todo lo controario. viva Hello Games
  34. LanceCucumber
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    You have to enjoy THIS type of game. As a gamer for over 20+ years, this is something I have been waiting for. The sense that no one else will most likely experience the same game as you except by chance, is mind boggling. Only had a few hours to play, but I cant wait to continue finding new stuff each time I have the chance to log in.
  35. AlidaH
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    Awesome game! Blows everything out there out of the water! Especially everything on the competing platform. Let's be honest here most of the 0 scores around here are from jealous people who can't get to play this pure awesomeness...
  36. Coradiation
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    9/10 Amazing game (10 to balance trolls). Negative reviews were mostly just trolling or little teenagers or close minded people, ignorant of our latest understanding of the nature of reality and our universe.

    This game is basically a set of subroutines and laws that sprouts existence upon its observers as long as it is observed. Which sounds a lot like the universe we live in. NMK hints    9/10 Amazing game (10 to balance trolls). Negative reviews were mostly just trolling or little teenagers or close minded people, ignorant of our latest understanding of the nature of reality and our universe.

    This game is basically a set of subroutines and laws that sprouts existence upon its observers as long as it is observed. Which sounds a lot like the universe we live in. NMK hints future of gaming/simulations with its procedural design. Also excellent visuals and fun space traveling.
    Its vast playground, might offer endless possibilities. Repetitiveness is inevitable in such a large worldmap although i am sure devs are going to increase variety in terms of point of interests/events etc. The game is out only for a couple of days and people started to claim they have seen everything... Your brain cannot even visualize 10 million beans while there are 10 million times more places to go.

    This game is a must buy for people that likes exploring and chilling out while enjoying scenery. Settlers will need to wait a bit more since the devs said construction will be available in later content patches.

    I do not recommend this game if you only like action and narrative focused games.

    (This game is not meant to be rushed.)    … Expand
  37. BubaMan
    Aug 12, 2016
    8
    Not perfect but it's certainly not a bad game...
    A lot of the negative scores on here are from idiots who bought into the hype which the game ultimately didn't live up to. The game delivers on what it set out to, back before Sony's media machine changed this from a £20 Indie into a £50 AAA.
    Look and feel: The ultra-colourful 70s style sci-fi art and explorative theme are a breath of    Not perfect but it's certainly not a bad game...
    A lot of the negative scores on here are from idiots who bought into the hype which the game ultimately didn't live up to. The game delivers on what it set out to, back before Sony's media machine changed this from a £20 Indie into a £50 AAA.

    Look and feel: The ultra-colourful 70s style sci-fi art and explorative theme are a breath of fresh air after all the moodily lit dystopian shooters that have hit the console since its launch.
    There are some graphical quirks when coming down onto the planet and some of the textures look low-res up-close but based on the fact that these are procedurally generated, they should be forgiven.
    The soundtrack complements the game well and the sound effects work well.

    Gameplay: The exploration of new worlds is an incredible experience to start with but does become a little repeatative after 20 or so worlds. Also, the variances in their algorythms begin to get stretched at the same marker, as the flora & fauna begin to look a little familiar.
    Shooting on the ground isn't great and not loads better in the skies but it's not the reason for playing this game...
    Trading & building your language skills is strangely compelling as you move from system to system but the inventory system is a patch or two away from being workable.

    Summary: If you're open to new experiences and have a penchant for 70's sci-fi, you'll love it... If you want a solid space shoot-em-up with a strong story line, Destiny may be more your thing.    … Expand
  38. BrysonHile
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    This game is NOT for everyone. It is a very laid back relaxed game. Its not for the common player. If you like competition or grinding for gear or even cranking out mission accomplished medals, this game is not the game for you.

    This game IS for you if you like to explore, scavenge, and travel the expansive world known as No Man's Sky. I love this game for many reasons, the first is    This game is NOT for everyone. It is a very laid back relaxed game. Its not for the common player. If you like competition or grinding for gear or even cranking out mission accomplished medals, this game is not the game for you.

    This game IS for you if you like to explore, scavenge, and travel the expansive world known as No Man's Sky. I love this game for many reasons, the first is being able to name everything you discover. You can name the system, the planets, the moons, the fauna, and even specific points on the planet. This gives me so much excitement because I have a huge imagination and want to release that. The pure joy of this game is exploration. I love warping into a new system and getting surprised at what lays there waiting for me to discover it.

    This game is for those who want that sense of enjoyment discovering a new system or naming a weird looking creature. It is not a game for the hard core gamer who wants an objective to complete. No Man's Sky gives very little direction and I love it about that.

    The reason I gave it an 8, was because the activities run short after a few hours of exploring. I wish I had a few objectives to find or complete on each planet that switched up the gameplay just a little. But other than that, this game is phenomenal.    … Expand
  39. hatergonnahale
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    This game is not for everyone. It can get stale fast if you are just constantly playing it but the immensity of the universe you are playing in is mind boggling. I am mostly excited for the free updates in the future that will add new features to keep the game fun and fresh.
  40. vistyle91
    Aug 10, 2016
    8
    Amazing space exploration/survival/trading game. No big overarching story like a mass effect or any other Bioware game, no Quests or missions like a Skyrim. This is a exploration game through and through. I came into this expecting something akin to a game like Journey and Minecraft except in space. While the survival aspects can be a little annoying. I've been stuck underwater many timesAmazing space exploration/survival/trading game. No big overarching story like a mass effect or any other Bioware game, no Quests or missions like a Skyrim. This is a exploration game through and through. I came into this expecting something akin to a game like Journey and Minecraft except in space. While the survival aspects can be a little annoying. I've been stuck underwater many times with no zinc to replenish my suit. I feel if that wasn't there it would detract from the overall experience and use of the resources. I love following the atlas finding new words for the different languages. Finding blueprints for upgrading my suit, ship, and multitool is really fun. Overall this game met my expectations of an indie game made from a small team of 10 or so people and I can't wait to see how future updates will improve on an already amazing game.… Expand
  41. LOcampos08
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    This game is pretty amazing congratulation sony, always myth in exclusive, im from brazil,the caixist (xbox one fans) They are disqualifying the game, help the game to take note +85, thanksThis game is pretty amazing congratulation sony, always myth in exclusive, im from brazil,the caixist (xbox one fans) They are disqualifying the game, help the game to take note +85, thanks hueheuhdhbsihbdijbsdibdhiabwhidbhisabuidbwauidbusiabuidbwuibadisabdbiwbdisabubwdibduisbauibduisbauidbusiabdiasbdibsauidbuasbdiuasbduiasbduiasbudibiusdbuisbdiuasbduibwuidbuisabuidbasiudbiuabduibduisbuidbduibduibduibuibduidbuibduibuibidubdbdidsbuidsbdsuibdsusdbdisbsibsdidbisdbiudsbdsuibdsui… Expand
  42. autonym
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    I've spent 11 hours playing this game and I haven't even felt the need to leave the initial four planet star system I began in. It consistently produces some of the most beautiful, nostalgic retro-sci-fi vistas I've had the pleasure to witness. It's that sense of beauty, wonder and exploration (with the meta-level knowledge that no one has ever been in the cave I'm exploring before, notI've spent 11 hours playing this game and I haven't even felt the need to leave the initial four planet star system I began in. It consistently produces some of the most beautiful, nostalgic retro-sci-fi vistas I've had the pleasure to witness. It's that sense of beauty, wonder and exploration (with the meta-level knowledge that no one has ever been in the cave I'm exploring before, not even a game designer) that keeps bringing me back, even as the simplistic game-play and narrative elements feel a little under-developed. If Hello Games continues to support and expand the features the way they've committed, I could easily see NMS growing into a 10. Regardless, of rating or repetition, there aren't many video games that infect my dreams and have me spending as much time snapping screen-shots as I do mining ore.… Expand
  43. Wildstar
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    I only got a chance to play No Man's sky for about 10 hours now and so far it is exactly what I expected. I did my very best to stay away from all of the advertisement, hype and expectations people was posting and just based on experience off of what I initially heard when the game was announced. With a heavy emphasis on exploration, that's what I expected from this game and that's exactlyI only got a chance to play No Man's sky for about 10 hours now and so far it is exactly what I expected. I did my very best to stay away from all of the advertisement, hype and expectations people was posting and just based on experience off of what I initially heard when the game was announced. With a heavy emphasis on exploration, that's what I expected from this game and that's exactly what it is. It's not Call of Duty, destiny or any other first person shooter. There is a lot of backlash already about this game and just reading all the posts and articles, people were really expecting a huge multiplayer experience which I knew from day one was not going to be the case. I personally have been waiting for a game that is so huge you can't imagine where to even start. I love it :-) its also amazing what a small team was able to create.… Expand
  44. EireRaven
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    As you can see from the list, this is either a game you love or a game that you find very boring and can't understand what the rest of us are swooning over. A few other reviewers have made some good summaries: "Imagination required." "If you play Minecraft by climbing over the next hill and never settling down, this is for you." And I'd agree they are spot on. I've spent over 20 hoursAs you can see from the list, this is either a game you love or a game that you find very boring and can't understand what the rest of us are swooning over. A few other reviewers have made some good summaries: "Imagination required." "If you play Minecraft by climbing over the next hill and never settling down, this is for you." And I'd agree they are spot on. I've spent over 20 hours in this game now, and still get excited when I hit my warp drive and jump into a new system. What new planets will I find? What new lifeforms? Will the advanced alien race who lives there be one I know the language to already or will I be at a disadvantage. These are the questions that drive me and these are the reasons for me that No Man's Sky is an astounding game. For 15 minutes on one planet I stood atop a tower of gold, slowly thinking through how to harvest it without falling to my death or leaving any large sections out of reach. On another planet I spied some underwater caves, and spent time prepping my breathing tech and building power supplies so I wouldn't be caught without air in the dark recesses. And on a third, I cautiously circled a giant herbivore from a distance till I was sure it wouldn't act defensively, trampling me in fear. These are the wonders of this game, and obviously my willingness to suspend disbelief and pretend I'm in a fantastical space opera universe goes a long way to increasing my enjoyment. I find that when you look for the seams in the game - when you shine a light on what is basically just algorithms and facades built over indestructible guts, that's when the game dulls.

    I love this game, I can't imagine not playing it for months on end but I also know that at some point the repetitive nature of tasks may start to wear thin. But all games are repetitive I would argue. Halo was a great game but it does boil down to maybe two dozen different tactics.

    If the question is if this is a good game or a bad game, my opinion is that it's a great game. What Hello Games has created here is something I've never seen in another game to this degree with the resources they had - on a console no less. If the question is will you like this game, hopefully you read other reviews and try to match up the kind of gamer you are with the reviewer. All I can say is if you're the kind of person who plays a game of Minecraft as an exploration survival game, your structures serving a functional purpose before fashion. If you played Mass Effect and wished you could drive the Mako over the horizon or visit more random planets in the hope of finding a new little secret. If you thought Halo's 2 gun only inventory management was strategic and didn't long for the "carry it all" mentality of Doom. Well, then this game will likely keep you enthralled for as long as you let it. No Man's Sky is a virtual holodeck of fun - just don't try to find the walls of the room or the limits of the AI's programing.    … Expand
  45. ToTheGraves
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    I am just starting on the first planet, so far its interesting and you really feel the vastness. When you run low on suit protection, you really feel panicked looking for the right area to get recharged. The game DOES not hold your hand....hi welcome to this plant...now go and fix your ship....annnnnnd go.

    This is not a shooter, its not minecraft, what it is...different, exploration and    I am just starting on the first planet, so far its interesting and you really feel the vastness. When you run low on suit protection, you really feel panicked looking for the right area to get recharged. The game DOES not hold your hand....hi welcome to this plant...now go and fix your ship....annnnnnd go.

    This is not a shooter, its not minecraft, what it is...different, exploration and slow moving, but I like that, its a change of pace. I am not put off by the graphics so far, I am intrigued by the game play and can;t wait to go where no ps4 has gone before.    … Expand
  46. gam3r22
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    This game is not for every one. Especially COD players or FPS shooter fans. It is a beautiful game and very different from anything that has ever been made. You need to try it for yourself and not let any negative reviews stop you from doing so. Everyone has their own opinion but you need to trust yours first, by trying it yourself. If this is hello games first game I can Imagine theThis game is not for every one. Especially COD players or FPS shooter fans. It is a beautiful game and very different from anything that has ever been made. You need to try it for yourself and not let any negative reviews stop you from doing so. Everyone has their own opinion but you need to trust yours first, by trying it yourself. If this is hello games first game I can Imagine the amazing things they will come up with as the company continues to get bigger. Thanks to sony for giving hello games a chance.

    With base building coming in the future, I think No mans sky will continue to get better.

    This game is amazing.    … Expand
  47. fair_game_rater
    Aug 9, 2016
    8
    People don't understand that this is a genre of game that doesn't fit everyone, like every other type of game genre.
    not everyone loves exploring games but i do.
    I have almost 20 hours on NMS on PS4 and i can say that it is amazing and still baffles me. unfortunally there a few bugs, nothing major but annoying tho.... so, long story short: people that wanna buy this game expecting only    People don't understand that this is a genre of game that doesn't fit everyone, like every other type of game genre.
    not everyone loves exploring games but i do.
    I have almost 20 hours on NMS on PS4 and i can say that it is amazing and still baffles me.
    unfortunally there a few bugs, nothing major but annoying tho....
    so, long story short: people that wanna buy this game expecting only death and explosions....this game is not for you, so stop give 0/10......haters gonna hate    … Expand
  48. OblitusMalus
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    I fundamentally do not understand people who don't connect with this game. As a human being in a real vast universe, people are so caught up in their mundane lives that they're adventurous spirit has died. I'm left with a sea of people shouting "but why can't I play with friends? I want to kill every animal on a planet. I want to blow up a planet!" These people, on the most base level haveI fundamentally do not understand people who don't connect with this game. As a human being in a real vast universe, people are so caught up in their mundane lives that they're adventurous spirit has died. I'm left with a sea of people shouting "but why can't I play with friends? I want to kill every animal on a planet. I want to blow up a planet!" These people, on the most base level have a sense of self importance that a game like No Man's Sky sets to fix. A remarkable feat in every department, NMS is simply too compelling to ignore. Those with simple minds, or ADHD need not apply.… Expand
  49. rwalsh182
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    Overall, an amazing experience for me. I can't wait to see what kinds of massive games this tech will bring us in the future. This game will be a 5-6 or a 9-10 depending on what kind of games you into. People are giving this negative review either because they are Xbox fanboys or it was not what they were expecting (ie. didn't really pay attention to the interviews, articles, orOverall, an amazing experience for me. I can't wait to see what kinds of massive games this tech will bring us in the future. This game will be a 5-6 or a 9-10 depending on what kind of games you into. People are giving this negative review either because they are Xbox fanboys or it was not what they were expecting (ie. didn't really pay attention to the interviews, articles, or anything but speculation)… Expand
  50. NavyBean
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    I really enjoy this game. it's thoughtful and contemplative and most certainly not for the ADHD folks out there who couldn't even sit through the movie "My Dinner With Andre."

    My life was going pretty good until I bought a used PT Cruiser. I mean I know how people look at them now, but a few years ago when they first came out I though they looked kind of cool. Well, I got caught up in    I really enjoy this game. it's thoughtful and contemplative and most certainly not for the ADHD folks out there who couldn't even sit through the movie "My Dinner With Andre."

    My life was going pretty good until I bought a used PT Cruiser. I mean I know how people look at them now, but a few years ago when they first came out I though they looked kind of cool. Well, I got caught up in PT Cruiser fever and I bought a used purple one.

    It was OK for the first three months, but then there seemed to be some sort of cultural shift and PT Cruisers were now for losers. But I couldn't afford anything else and the trade-in value just plummeted. So, I had people pointing and laughing and I was embarrassed to pick up guys and girls for dates for fear they would hate my car. So I ending up staying home most of the time. And then I got depressed and I was in a really dark place.

    All because of that dam car!

    Anyway, enjoying the game.    … Expand
  51. IloveLIS19
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    No mans sky has gone above and beyond my expectstions can't get enough of it. Not only dose it have beautiful graphics but the ammount of things to do is amazing Whenever I wanna chill this will be my go too game
  52. Thom32
    Aug 10, 2016
    8
    This game is not for people who like hand holding. If you enjoy a linear story that has a definitive beginning, middle, and end this probably isn't for you. I enjoy the game and I enjoy just doing whatever I feel like doing. I'll be playing and then realize that many hours have gone by unnoticed. I'll blast holes in the ground just to see how deep it will go, swim through the oceansThis game is not for people who like hand holding. If you enjoy a linear story that has a definitive beginning, middle, and end this probably isn't for you. I enjoy the game and I enjoy just doing whatever I feel like doing. I'll be playing and then realize that many hours have gone by unnoticed. I'll blast holes in the ground just to see how deep it will go, swim through the oceans just because, or attach freighters just to see if I can. The game lets you just figure things out and doesn't tell you how things really work which is fine by me. This won't be the "only game I'll ever play again" but it certainly will be my go to game to relax and spend time. The worlds and scenery really are pretty amazing. That's what keeps me going.… Expand
  53. Selford
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    Is a goog game, Exceptional Exploration Game, Is wonderfull, exploring the universe without limitation, know all the ships, all the plants, only of one planet, make my feel like explorator of the universe, is a simulator of exploration of the universe
  54. Vibew
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    This game is not for everyone. Especially FPS players, the game is very beautiful, and you need to play for understand. Friends of box, stop to cry, you will never have a exclusive game :).
  55. dannyus
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    Some people say its a wide ocean deep as a puddle, but i strongly disagree. If you like exploration/survival games, then this one is definitely for you. I must admit that the game was terribly overhyped, however, for me it delivered exactly what it promised. Beautiful, interesting and fun to play game.
  56. Forza182
    Aug 12, 2016
    9
    I find some reviews too judgmental and others quite soothing. Most are just the opinion of someone with ADD and no patience for art and exploration. People will ride on other indie titles and treat them like royalty when they have less than a tenth of the content this game has, yet they still demand more content? For me, I'm having fun with it. I'm taking my time, making some dangerousI find some reviews too judgmental and others quite soothing. Most are just the opinion of someone with ADD and no patience for art and exploration. People will ride on other indie titles and treat them like royalty when they have less than a tenth of the content this game has, yet they still demand more content? For me, I'm having fun with it. I'm taking my time, making some dangerous decisions, making some prosperous ones. Nothing beats landing on a moon and looking over the horizon to a gigantic planet, knowing full well you're only a minute away and will get something out of exploring it. I think, like certain DC movies, people like to just jump on the hate bandwagon without creating their own experience and trying things for themselves, because of this, I feel sorry, almost pity this generation of gamers. The game is about exploration, but most of you people can't make an opinion for yourselves, let alone an experience, so this game was doomed to fail from the start. Had it come out 10-15 years ago, we would still be talking about it today.… Expand
  57. sterj
    Aug 13, 2016
    9
    PEOPLE, this game is not supposed to be Call of Duty in space. Nor, is it a bigger Mass Effect. This is basically a walking simulator in space and has much more in common with games like Dear Esher, Everybody's gone to the rapture, and Journey than it does with any space sim game out there. It's more of a game to get lost into for a few hours at a time and not a game that drives you towardPEOPLE, this game is not supposed to be Call of Duty in space. Nor, is it a bigger Mass Effect. This is basically a walking simulator in space and has much more in common with games like Dear Esher, Everybody's gone to the rapture, and Journey than it does with any space sim game out there. It's more of a game to get lost into for a few hours at a time and not a game that drives you toward some particular goal even though there is a claimed goal of reaching the center of the galaxy. This goal is not what will keep you playing though, it's the wandering and getting lost in it that has some value. The game has some survival and crafting elements thrown in for good measure to break up the exploration a bit and occasionally you get to discover pieces of knowledge about ancient alien races that have wondered to cosmos.… Expand
  58. BreakingAwesome
    Aug 13, 2016
    8
    Ожидание не совсем оправдалось, если честно. Очень часто проседает частота кадров до 20, и это очень ощущаемо. Но радует, что количество планет фактически бесконечное. Интересно открывать эти планеты и называть их. Минус за цену - вроде, как инди, а цена ААА тайтла и минус за плохую оптимизацию. В целом, положительные впечатления. (Пекари атакуют)Ожидание не совсем оправдалось, если честно. Очень часто проседает частота кадров до 20, и это очень ощущаемо. Но радует, что количество планет фактически бесконечное. Интересно открывать эти планеты и называть их. Минус за цену - вроде, как инди, а цена ААА тайтла и минус за плохую оптимизацию. В целом, положительные впечатления. (Пекари атакуют)
  59. Hellix35
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    I played the game myself on a PS4 and I would suggest you try to play the game on console as well. Otherwise, you'll experience problems with playing the game (at least from what I have heard). Now to my opinion, No Man's Sky is an awesome game.

    However, it is not a game for everyone. It is not a Sci Fi epic where you go around telling awesome stories. It is not an Grand Scale Strategy    I played the game myself on a PS4 and I would suggest you try to play the game on console as well. Otherwise, you'll experience problems with playing the game (at least from what I have heard). Now to my opinion, No Man's Sky is an awesome game.

    However, it is not a game for everyone. It is not a Sci Fi epic where you go around telling awesome stories. It is not an Grand Scale Strategy game where you can make your own space empire.

    It is a game that is more akin to Minecraft. You walk around an infinite universe, and make discoveries. That is it. If this does not appeal to you, then I would suggest you either wait until a future update adds in something you like, or skip this altogether.

    As it is right now, No Man's Sky is almost exactly like Minecraft. There's not a lot to do, and for the most part you're just going to be running around the place doing the same things over and over again. But with time, future updates, and a little help from the (good parts) of the community, this can become something spectacular.    … Expand
  60. AUSHTEEN
    Aug 13, 2016
    8
    There are a lot of 0's and a lot of 10's here, I don't think this game is either of those. But I still really like the game and I'm not going to be all smarky and give it an awful review just because Dunkey said it was bad. I'm still addicted to the game, no other reviews can change my mind, and I don't intend to change any else's mind. I understand all of the problems people are havingThere are a lot of 0's and a lot of 10's here, I don't think this game is either of those. But I still really like the game and I'm not going to be all smarky and give it an awful review just because Dunkey said it was bad. I'm still addicted to the game, no other reviews can change my mind, and I don't intend to change any else's mind. I understand all of the problems people are having with it, especially how people are calling it repetitive/boring. I feel like that will be the case for me, but only in how ever many months it takes for me to do everything I can until the game become 100% repetitive for me. I've done so much but barely scratched the surface, I'm not even close to finding the Center of the Galaxy, or the end of the Atlas path (if there is one). I'm constantly upgrading my armor, ship, & weapons. Every time I pick up this game I have something to look forward to, though I know that wont last forever, so I'm just savoring it.

    There's a lot of complaining about how all of the planets seem similar, well...no **** there's 15 quintillion planets. Yes, I know you can't see other people. Yes, I know Sean Murray said you could see other players 2 years ago, and no I don't care. When Sean recently tweeted "This isn't a multiplayer game so don't go looking for that experience", I believed him. I was never looking for that experience in the first place. On another note, everyone is talking about game crashes for some reason. So I guess I'm just one of the lucky ones who never experienced any crashes.

    I'm not head-over-heels in love with game (anymore), I don't have some **** inspired hatred for it, I just think it's a fun game to play. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, and I'm entitled to mine, and my opinion is that Hello Games did a very good job creating their own universe and I can't wait to play more of it tomorrow.

    P.S. there is a lot of review brigading, both good and bad reviews. So look out for that.    … Expand
  61. ethankrieger
    Aug 13, 2016
    9
    This is not a game for people wanting a casual experience or for those with short attention spans. The learning curve is steep. I'm 20 hours in and I feel like I'm just now getting really good at playing it and figuring out just how everything works. Sony has kind of promoted this game improperly. It is not a game where you can just hop in a ship and leisurely explore some planets. ButThis is not a game for people wanting a casual experience or for those with short attention spans. The learning curve is steep. I'm 20 hours in and I feel like I'm just now getting really good at playing it and figuring out just how everything works. Sony has kind of promoted this game improperly. It is not a game where you can just hop in a ship and leisurely explore some planets. But that's on Sony, not the devs. For those of us that followed this game closely from the start, we knew what we were getting ourselves into. Other people did not. That's why these reviews are so mixed. For what it's worth, I am absolutely hooked. Any game I can play for 20 hours and still be just as interested in as I was from the start is well worth my $60. Be smart with your money and really understand what this game is before you buy it. If the core gameplay and experience sounds like something you'll like and you're willing to put the time into it to learn how everything works, you'll be rewarded and satisfied. One of my favorites of the year.… Expand
  62. Greysteel
    Aug 15, 2017
    8
    Well **** me sideways. Initially this review was scored at 4 out of 10 and I caned it for being a bloated and underwhelming effort that once promised so much. Fast forward a year and things have changed. The unyielding vastness of the sandbox actually has some real sand to play with and upcoming updates (Atlas' Rising) promises to deliver 30 hours of plot which, even if it does bomb, isWell **** me sideways. Initially this review was scored at 4 out of 10 and I caned it for being a bloated and underwhelming effort that once promised so much. Fast forward a year and things have changed. The unyielding vastness of the sandbox actually has some real sand to play with and upcoming updates (Atlas' Rising) promises to deliver 30 hours of plot which, even if it does bomb, is better than what was there before. And (!) the looming promise of full multiplayer continues to resurface every few weeks, which says at least something about the developer's wish to find restitution for their shortcomings on release.… Expand
  63. kevinghill1979
    Aug 16, 2016
    10
    To all the people still hating on No Man's Sky, this game was developed by an indie studio consisting of 11 people who wanted to make something great where nothing like it had existed since the days of Frontier Elite. Yes it was over-hyped, and some reviews have been harsher than others, but this is a first step in a AAA title world. I think once a few patches are addressed it will set theTo all the people still hating on No Man's Sky, this game was developed by an indie studio consisting of 11 people who wanted to make something great where nothing like it had existed since the days of Frontier Elite. Yes it was over-hyped, and some reviews have been harsher than others, but this is a first step in a AAA title world. I think once a few patches are addressed it will set the bar far above anything like it for some time. When you put it against the hundreds of developers that go into **** rehashed fps shooters every year and games cut into smaller DLC packs to maximise money over an enjoyable experience (*coughs* Activision) you realise what it is Hello Games has offered.… Expand
  64. MK500
    Aug 17, 2016
    10
    This is the kind of game we need more of! My first 5 hours I could not put the game down. If you like exploration and space; you have found the ultimate game. There was a point at around 10 to 20 hours where it started to feel repetitive; but I realized it was just how I was playing. There are plenty of ways to mix up your play style to avoid repetition. If you get sick of mining; then useThis is the kind of game we need more of! My first 5 hours I could not put the game down. If you like exploration and space; you have found the ultimate game. There was a point at around 10 to 20 hours where it started to feel repetitive; but I realized it was just how I was playing. There are plenty of ways to mix up your play style to avoid repetition. If you get sick of mining; then use all that money you have saved up to do some shopping and just go explore for a while. New planets never cease to amaze, and getting into some dogfights protecting a cargo freighter or two will keep your pulse up.

    The story has some nice depth to it. It's interesting; but also something that can be shared with the whole family (I often play with my 9 year old daughter). I am about 30 hours in and still learning and evolving my equipment.

    The technical accomplishment of this game should not be pushed aside. Procedurally generating an entire universe of planets, plants, animals, and ships is amazing. And it works surprisingly well for the first release! Some of the planets are just incredibly beautiful; as I'm sure you've all see in the many screenshots. People complaining about graphics "pop-in" have evidently never played Minecraft. The world is actually being generated as you look at new areas; so just have a tiny amount of patience and things look fabulous.

    The closest thing to compare this game to is Minecraft; and there is WAY more going on here than the first release of Minecraft. Granted it costs 2x the price of Minecraft; but it is well worth it for the number of hours of enjoyment you will get here. Imagine where Minecraft has come in the years since initial release...now imagine where No Man's Sky will take us!

    It's a great time to be a gamer :-)    … Expand
  65. Ledge_Pls
    Aug 11, 2017
    10
    The new update is everything I could have asked for in this game. This comeback is better than Destiny, the vindication is deserved. They salvaged the unsalvageable no developer I've ever seen has surprised me more than Sean Murray and HG did with this. Fantastic game, and the updates are far from over.

    A game that continues to add and build upon a very shallow and expansive foundation,    The new update is everything I could have asked for in this game. This comeback is better than Destiny, the vindication is deserved. They salvaged the unsalvageable no developer I've ever seen has surprised me more than Sean Murray and HG did with this. Fantastic game, and the updates are far from over.

    A game that continues to add and build upon a very shallow and expansive foundation, and with every update gets closer to becoming a game every space lover and explorer should own. Never have I felt a game with bigger potential and one that tries so desperately to stray from an on-rails experience in every respect. The universe is there, waiting for you to explore....but without your own motivations and need to do so, you will feel like No Man's Sky is a peculiar game with only as much substance as you give it. Just like real life, if you have no intention or desire to see the sunrise from the top of a mountain then you can not possible understand what motivates someone to make an early morning hike in pursuit of said view. This game is about the experiences and the journey of being a lonely space explorer discovering new worlds and trying to find their place in an endless universe which may very well be one giant simulation. What then is the motivation to take a step forward, to fly to the next system and plant the next flag on a barren unforgiving landscape, to brave hostile worlds for valuable resources which only add your journey forward...........

    Only the true explorer among us will know.    … Expand
  66. edu292
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    Best game of 2016.
    the game is beautiful and has a great variety of Things To Do ! I really loved it and it was worth Every penny paid.he is propocionando each moment as unique , something no game earlier offered
  67. TacticalTurtle1
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    NMS is my kind of game because it demonstrates wonder, big stuff, and a sense of exploration.
    If you love exploration games, you are a curious person in general, like space and sci-fi, and movies like Interstellar/2001: A Space Odyssey, im glad to say this is THE game for you.
    Just the sense of how tiny we are compared to the huge universe that awaits us gives me a sense of a adventure,    NMS is my kind of game because it demonstrates wonder, big stuff, and a sense of exploration.
    If you love exploration games, you are a curious person in general, like space and sci-fi, and movies like Interstellar/2001: A Space Odyssey, im glad to say this is THE game for you.
    Just the sense of how tiny we are compared to the huge universe that awaits us gives me a sense of a adventure, right up my alley.
    Finding a creature, a planet, that is completely unique, gives you a tap on the back and you feel proud, because the thing you found is a unique in a 18 quintillion planets universe.
    An absolute, **** masterpiece.
    Well done sean, well done.    … Expand
  68. SirSidis
    Aug 10, 2016
    8
    No Man's Sky is to the world of gaming what Swiss cheese is to the world of solid dairy products in that, much like swiss cheese, no one has a mild opinion on it. No Man's Sky is at its core a sort of space trucker simulator that entails flying around the mathematically generated space boonies visiting planets and examining flora and fauna that more often than not are as different asNo Man's Sky is to the world of gaming what Swiss cheese is to the world of solid dairy products in that, much like swiss cheese, no one has a mild opinion on it. No Man's Sky is at its core a sort of space trucker simulator that entails flying around the mathematically generated space boonies visiting planets and examining flora and fauna that more often than not are as different as different sized holes in a fine slice of Swiss. Now, I'm not trying to knock the game; I myself happen to enjoy a good slice of Swiss every once and awhile, but I'm not going to leave scathing reviews for mozzarella on a cheese rating website because of it. Discounting it's wonky controls, No Man's Sky actually accomplishes everything it set out to. It's impossibly large, procedurally generated, and full of surprisingly engaging lore hidden away in a style reminiscent of the souls series. Almost all of the shortcomings of NMS come not from the game itself, but from the ridiculous fanbase that has grown up around it. Imagine being a connoisseur of swiss cheese, waiting around for the annual swisscon, only to find thousands of mozarella lovers holed up outside. The big day finally comes, and the event hall is burned down by angry mozarella lovers who finally realize that despite also being a type of cheese, swiss has an identity that is entirely different from the mozarella they know and love. What I mean to say is this; No Man's Sky is not a game for everyone, and it's mostly negative criticism is born of people coming from games like assassins creed, the Arkham series, or GTA, who's experience with open worlds is incomplete without something exploding every 5 seconds. No Man's Sky is really meant for the more niche crowd, who can wait hours for their explosions, and are entirely gratified seeing none at all. If that honestly sounds like you, give the game a try and you'll love it. If not, read this review as a 1 and leave, unless of course you enjoy being wholly let down. Some people get off on it.… Expand
  69. roadek
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    Amazing game. It's a magnific universe ready to be explored. A lot of mysteries, a lot of lore, beautiful places. I'ts like play a game inside a perfect sci-fi book. Hello Games team and Sean made a amazing job, i'ts a original game, a unique idea.
    If you like adventures, explore, sci-fi. Buy this game.
    The game industry needs original ideas like this one. Hello Games changed the    Amazing game. It's a magnific universe ready to be explored. A lot of mysteries, a lot of lore, beautiful places. I'ts like play a game inside a perfect sci-fi book. Hello Games team and Sean made a amazing job, i'ts a original game, a unique idea.
    If you like adventures, explore, sci-fi. Buy this game.

    The game industry needs original ideas like this one. Hello Games changed the gaming history with NMS.    … Expand
  70. Chupwn
    Aug 9, 2016
    8
    I bought this game on a whim at midnight last night and next thing I knew, it
    was 3AM. I think this game would appeal most to people who liked Skyrim or Fallout 3, but wished there were less people (a love of Star Trek wouldn't hurt either). Time will tell how long this holds my attention, but I can't wait to get back to playing it.
  71. SpikeLee2k18
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    I'm liking it a lot so far. I've been farming high cost resources and running from sentinels. I'm upgrading my suit, ship, and mining gun. This game is pretty much what the developers said it would be. I'm looking forward to continued support by Hello Games.
  72. katsumi27
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    I've been waiting for a game like this since Atari. I've played WOW, FF, COD, and other games but this one is amazing. The story is what you make of it. The sheer vastness of the universe in the game is amazing. I got lucky and was put on a planet with vast resources which helped with exploring.

    Tips: Collect what you need and keep up grading your suit with slots. Learn the alien    I've been waiting for a game like this since Atari. I've played WOW, FF, COD, and other games but this one is amazing. The story is what you make of it. The sheer vastness of the universe in the game is amazing. I got lucky and was put on a planet with vast resources which helped with exploring.

    Tips: Collect what you need and keep up grading your suit with slots. Learn the alien language too. There is a story, you have to read between the lines and use you imagination too. This is as close to space exploration I can get to and I love it. I hope it will be VR compatible. Take you time with the game, don't rush, take it all in.

    I bet HELLO games will add a multiplayer so you can explore with your friends, give them time. With each update, The game will adjust. You have to understand that this game follow the rules of the universe as we know it.    … Expand
  73. HonestBill
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    Most sandbox fans understand that procedural generation does not come without flaws! Those who enjoy sandbox games will enjoy this. Most of these reviews have not spent enough time with game to review it. The closer you get to the centre the more interesting things get. If you are not a sandbox fan, don't waste your time and don't bother playing because you will not like it.

    Overall    Most sandbox fans understand that procedural generation does not come without flaws! Those who enjoy sandbox games will enjoy this. Most of these reviews have not spent enough time with game to review it. The closer you get to the centre the more interesting things get. If you are not a sandbox fan, don't waste your time and don't bother playing because you will not like it.

    Overall this game is a 9/10 - PLUS an extra point because the Devs made a promise and delivered. The Devs explained what the game was going to be and that's what they produced.    … Expand
  74. Salafan
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    Перевести

    Игра шедевр, эта игра не для всех как и говорили разработчики, она заслуживает лучшей оценки

    The game is a masterpiece, this game is not for everyone as well as the developers say, it deserves a better assessment
  75. GalaxyDrifter
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    The game is very close to what I have been expecting and looking forward to for over a year. I like the current design and look forward to what is in store.
  76. Oneiro22
    Aug 12, 2016
    9
    Absolutely loving No Mans Sky so far! This is one for open minded gamers and the kind of people who like to take their time, stop and appreciate things like the stunning views, the variety of colours, the creatures and plants. It's a shame that so many people had unrealistic expectations and felt it was necessary to rate the game negatively. The release and (hopefully) success of No MansAbsolutely loving No Mans Sky so far! This is one for open minded gamers and the kind of people who like to take their time, stop and appreciate things like the stunning views, the variety of colours, the creatures and plants. It's a shame that so many people had unrealistic expectations and felt it was necessary to rate the game negatively. The release and (hopefully) success of No Mans Sky could be a real turning point for indie games in general, indie dev are willing to take risks and experiment rather than pump out mindless cookie cutter first person shooters. A lot of love went into making this game. Thank you Hello Games for this incredible experience and thank you to Sony for believing in this product.… Expand
  77. Strangerman
    Aug 12, 2016
    9
    This game is truely great and a masterpiece if you play it the way its meant to be played, and that is to take your time and explore and let yourself get lost in it.
  78. KimballDonald
    Aug 14, 2016
    10
    Is this game for everybody? No, so before you buy it, ask yourself these things:

    1. Are you interested in a game that is primarily exploration? 2. Is combat an integral part of your gaming needs? 3. Do you find fun from slow paced games? If you answered no to these, it's probably not for you. I'm the type of person who loves to run around open world games, ignoring the main    Is this game for everybody? No, so before you buy it, ask yourself these things:

    1. Are you interested in a game that is primarily exploration?
    2. Is combat an integral part of your gaming needs?
    3. Do you find fun from slow paced games?

    If you answered no to these, it's probably not for you. I'm the type of person who loves to run around open world games, ignoring the main missions and creating my own fun or completing side missions. This game is perfect for the adventurer and explorer who doesn't need waves of enemies to have a good time.

    Being able to hop into my ship, peruse a planet for resources, mine what I need and find ancient ruins, other alien traders, then hop back in my ship and fly into the galaxy to see a beautiful moon orbiting a giant planet has been magical for me. But it's not for everyone.    … Expand
  79. Estus_Recovery
    Aug 10, 2016
    9
    Think of No Man's Sky in musical terms. Many expected it to be an intergalactic opera, full of riveting drum beats and rock solos. Instead, No Man's Sky is closer to Trance, an experience which is as calming as it is rewarding through the pioneering player's are bound to partake in.

    No Man's Sky was, unfortunately, bound to disappoint certain players. After nearly 4 years of hype, this    Think of No Man's Sky in musical terms. Many expected it to be an intergalactic opera, full of riveting drum beats and rock solos. Instead, No Man's Sky is closer to Trance, an experience which is as calming as it is rewarding through the pioneering player's are bound to partake in.

    No Man's Sky was, unfortunately, bound to disappoint certain players. After nearly 4 years of hype, this small development team ultimately had to answer to expectations which were not properly checked.

    At its core, No Man's Sky is an exploration and survival game. Most of the story is implicit, something sorely lacking in modern gaming, and which is in this case, gracefully executed. You begin with a crashed vessel, which you must repair before taking off into space, and the story is told through your inevitable desire to survive, to analyze.

    There is NO handholding in No Man's Sky, again, a refreshing deviation from AAA gaming in 2016.

    Exploration is done gradually, usually incentivized by the discovery of a faraway marker, or alien "monolith". Through these discoveries, you learn the languages of the various races of the universe, making it easier to communicate with them, understand their requests, and solve their racial puzzles.

    There will be some combat during your journey, either against space pirates, or the "space police" which monitors your acquisitions from a planet. More diverse fauna and flora means tighter policing, an interesting nod to real-world preservation techniques. Yet combat takes a hard back seat in this game, and players should be aware of this.

    There are some drawbacks in the early hours, to this exploration mechanic. The lack of inventory space early on means you'll often have to make return trips to Outposts in order to acquire that which you ultimately really need. But the system taunts you with bigger ships, more space, and in that sense your gradual assent from young explorer to inter-galactic merchant is rewarding, if not often steep.

    Ultimately this is an ode to discovery, a relaxing intergalactic journey where the acquisition of resources is meant to take up most of your attention, not hi-speed chase sequences out of the Star Trek universe.    … Expand
  80. alexmotis
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    At some time or another, most of us have said that we wanted to be policemen, firemen, and/or astronauts when we grow up. If you leaned more towards the latter, if you've ever had a sense of wonder to what lies in the great beyond. If "To boldly go where no man has gone before" thumps in your heart, then this is the game for you. Having played 20+ hours since it's launch yesterday and manyAt some time or another, most of us have said that we wanted to be policemen, firemen, and/or astronauts when we grow up. If you leaned more towards the latter, if you've ever had a sense of wonder to what lies in the great beyond. If "To boldly go where no man has gone before" thumps in your heart, then this is the game for you. Having played 20+ hours since it's launch yesterday and many more to go, I can safely say that this is the game I've been waiting for all my life. Don't rush through it. Don't hurry to finish it (does it finish?). Take your time. Enjoy the enormity of it. There are other great games coming out soon, and I plan to enjoy most of them. I'll come back to this one from time to time, go farther and farther into the edges of the galaxy. But those other games are still some time away, so right now I'll upgrade my hyperdrive, think of a ridiculous name for the next winged hippo I see, and fly to the stars.… Expand
  81. RazorsEdge17
    Aug 9, 2016
    9
    I am only about seven hours in at the moment but I must say that I'm deeply entranced by this game. I'm used to playing games like Starbound and Minecraft. No Man's Sky is not those games, but I couldn't help but love it just the same. It has addicting progression and an atmosphere that is unrivaled due to the sheer scope its universe. It's not for everyone, but it does what it sets out toI am only about seven hours in at the moment but I must say that I'm deeply entranced by this game. I'm used to playing games like Starbound and Minecraft. No Man's Sky is not those games, but I couldn't help but love it just the same. It has addicting progression and an atmosphere that is unrivaled due to the sheer scope its universe. It's not for everyone, but it does what it sets out to accomplish very well. I look forward to new features and future updates… Expand
  82. southtree
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    This is a pretty amazing game. Really enjoying exploring and mining, and I can see myself playing this for a very long time. I am pretty excited about what future updates will bring.
  83. reyt_nice
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    If you're the kind of personal that enjoys the calm vibe of exploring in minecraft you will fall in love with this game. I feel like I'm writing my own history of space exploration.
  84. Macrov
    Aug 14, 2016
    10
    This game is just an amazing amount of fun. For the majority of people. people who just want to chill out, and not stress. This game has been a ton of fun. If you go into it thinking it is a shooter, or something that is going to be all about gore, romping around and just mindlessly killing things. You will be dissapointed. But if you want a game where the real fun is just exploring aThis game is just an amazing amount of fun. For the majority of people. people who just want to chill out, and not stress. This game has been a ton of fun. If you go into it thinking it is a shooter, or something that is going to be all about gore, romping around and just mindlessly killing things. You will be dissapointed. But if you want a game where the real fun is just exploring a planet. Learning about an Alien Race's language. Mining, flying around a cold and barren world looking for all the species of that planet. You will have a ton of fun. This is like a considerably better version of Minecraft. I couldn't say enough good things about this game. I usually play it after any stressful activity. If I have just gotten off Starcraft 2 or Heroes of the Storm I go and play some No Man's Sky and just feel at peace. It is a superb game with a ton of depth if you look for it. And the developers have done a massively great job patching it already. I am hopeful for continued patches and content along the way!… Expand
  85. mope84
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    I was worried about the bad user reviews but i think this game is really unique. i cant say yet if i play this game forever but the first few hours were a lot of fun and a great gaming experience. I cant stop exploring.
  86. gachzorge
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    Okay, maybe this game isn't a 10/10, but it definitely isn't the current average of 4.9. It is not all of the 0's and 1's the haters are giving it just to hate on it. I don't really understand it. I have played around 5 hours, and I have barely scratched the surface. I know I am going to enjoy playing this game all the way to the center of the universe and then some. I feel like if youOkay, maybe this game isn't a 10/10, but it definitely isn't the current average of 4.9. It is not all of the 0's and 1's the haters are giving it just to hate on it. I don't really understand it. I have played around 5 hours, and I have barely scratched the surface. I know I am going to enjoy playing this game all the way to the center of the universe and then some. I feel like if you watch gameplay and recent interviews, you should know what to expect from the game. I feel like this game is exactly what it set out to be, and in that regard it is a 10. It is very chill, you create your own story and do what you want with what you're given. It is not a fast paced FPS game, it is not a crazy space battle game. It isn't super in depth with the things it provides as far as mechanics. But you have an entire universe of giant planets, moons, and creatures. It's yours for the taking.… Expand
  87. Quickstero
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No Man Sky appears to be suffering from the over hype of the game and thus generating reviews that are absolutely uneducated. You can't form an opinion about the game after only playing two hours. After playing for 7-10 hours I have discovered that the game has a lot of depth when it comes to the game especially with the alien races. You don't instantly understand what they are saying to you so you rely on visiting obelisk and talking to them in order to gain knowledge and learn the language. The depth is when you explore more into these alien races. The large obelisk monuments are obscure and mysterious but reveal information that adds to the experience. For example I encountered an alien race of Gek in a system, they look reptilian or amphibious like, have an awful smell, and are very fond of trading and consider your character as a customer. While venturing around the world I came across a bit of knowledge from an obelisk about the Gek. I won't reveal what was said but it was an amazing bit of information that I learned about the species and it made me look at the alien species a different way and interact with them differently. Another species I came across was the Korvok which is a alien species that may or may not be robotic. The Korvoks are highly intelligent and focus on studying plant and animal species. They enjoy acquiring information and think of you as a test subject. There is an even larger narrative in play in this game and I think we haven't given the game enough time to discover everything it holds. The Atlas Station is also extremely mysterious and I think there are things that will be discovered in the future. Just because the game doesn't live up to what everyone imagined it to be, doesn't automatically make it a below average game and the great thing is there is infinite room for growth! Is it perfect? Absolutely not, but its not and abysmal joke of a game that everyone is trying to make of it. I'd suggest waiting to see what the developers plan for the future of the game. If they are adding content constantly, than this game is worth everyone's time. Honestly I thought I was going to absolutely hate the game but I learned that it was captivating if I actually looked at what was going on in the game.… Expand
  88. rf-velez
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    Excelente game, o universo é gigantesco e interativo, todos os processos de planetas, faunas, flora e musicas são gerados proceduralmente e isso marca uma revolução, uma inovação na produção de jogos. Estou muito feliz por poder jogar algo tão inovador e impactante como No Man's Sky.
  89. Carlinhoscwbr3
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    I'll get real about "no man's sky," he had from the beginning the proposal to be a niche game that was hyped and designed for a specific target audience (those who like astronomy and exploration) but the the inclusions were in the wave of the hype, usually they are cod fans, bf fans, gta fans, fifa fans ... now the game was released and pleased of the hype of this target audience, but theI'll get real about "no man's sky," he had from the beginning the proposal to be a niche game that was hyped and designed for a specific target audience (those who like astronomy and exploration) but the the inclusions were in the wave of the hype, usually they are cod fans, bf fans, gta fans, fifa fans ... now the game was released and pleased of the hype of this target audience, but the inclusions didn't understand the fact that no have any explosion or shooting or blood and they found a horrible game, consequently, the average "5,3".… Expand
  90. pmnewkirk
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    This game is exactly what Hello Games said it would be. I honestly don't understand all the low scores here. For over a year now we've known that this game would be an exploration game without a story. We also knew it would not be multiplayer. For those who are upset about this you let yourself down by not researching this game before you bought it. The game is amazing. Its a bit ofThis game is exactly what Hello Games said it would be. I honestly don't understand all the low scores here. For over a year now we've known that this game would be an exploration game without a story. We also knew it would not be multiplayer. For those who are upset about this you let yourself down by not researching this game before you bought it. The game is amazing. Its a bit of minecraft except with an entire galaxy to explore and hell of a lot better graphics.… Expand
  91. sinry
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    No Man’s Sky est une œuvre difficile à tester tant son aspect « sandbox longue durée » est fort. Le jeu se savoure pourtant à sa juste valeur, avec un solo riche et pertinent sur ses dynamiques scriptées venant meubler l’open world et challengeant sans cesse le joueur, lequel doit souvent mettre de côté sa quête principale pour partir crapahuter dans les milliards de planètes explorables.No Man’s Sky est une œuvre difficile à tester tant son aspect « sandbox longue durée » est fort. Le jeu se savoure pourtant à sa juste valeur, avec un solo riche et pertinent sur ses dynamiques scriptées venant meubler l’open world et challengeant sans cesse le joueur, lequel doit souvent mettre de côté sa quête principale pour partir crapahuter dans les milliards de planètes explorables. Le procédural y est efficace et souvent fourni en surprises même si l’on aurait apprécié plus de variété dans la base de donnée exploitée, surtout en ce qui concerne les points d’intérêts et les routines des éléments non-joueurs, loin des promesses des trailers. La réalisation sur PS4 est globalement « suffisante », tout en demeurant en dessous de ce que l’on pouvait espérer du titre. L’univers du jeu est enivrant, contemplatif, savoureux, et saura plaire aux amateurs d’exploration et d’épopée dépaysantes. Malgré ses nombreuses similitudes avec des titres déjà existants, No Man’s Sky est une aventure unique au design atypique et à la dimension vertigineuse. Une très bonne expérience pour les joueurs de tous horizons.… Expand
  92. Elliana2113
    Aug 10, 2016
    9
    About 6+ hours in. I've enjoyed myself so far. There is a good chill about this game. It's what I expected it to be. Gave it an 9 only because there were some heavy crashes and the pre-order bonus fiasco took away some valuable time i'd put into the game. I'm looking forward to exploring around, building up my gear, buying a sweet new ship and checking out other planets. Plus, theAbout 6+ hours in. I've enjoyed myself so far. There is a good chill about this game. It's what I expected it to be. Gave it an 9 only because there were some heavy crashes and the pre-order bonus fiasco took away some valuable time i'd put into the game. I'm looking forward to exploring around, building up my gear, buying a sweet new ship and checking out other planets. Plus, the story seems to be fairly engaging. Learning the languages is fun and it's interesting solving the puzzles when opening a scanner. I got into one ship battle and died, but headed back out and grabbed everything I lost. Easy Peezy.

    I like the flying and understand the frustration of mining at the beginning. It's like Terraria, you start with a wood pickax and then eventually end up with a diamond drill. It's not suppose to be easy at first. That's the game. The slots are frustrating, but then you figure out how to add slots to your suit and jet.

    This game is exactly what I expected and hope that they continue to add new content!!!    … Expand
  93. Erickingo
    Aug 10, 2016
    9
    Been waiting for this game for a long time, people that say it's repetitive don't quite get the message of the game IMO. You are there to explore! That's the point of the game, there is some discrete plot behind all the grinding/exploring they just seem to ignore it. Anyway this game started out GREAT and I know it will get better. Please have in mind that only a handful of peopleBeen waiting for this game for a long time, people that say it's repetitive don't quite get the message of the game IMO. You are there to explore! That's the point of the game, there is some discrete plot behind all the grinding/exploring they just seem to ignore it. Anyway this game started out GREAT and I know it will get better. Please have in mind that only a handful of people developed this beauty! Kudos to Hello Games!

    I'm giving it a 9 because I want to be able to see other players in the future, at least people in my own party, that would be awesome.    … Expand
  94. rumsey_pdr
    Aug 10, 2016
    8
    I really never reviewed a game before but I felt the need to review this one. I want to start off by saying the polarized reviews of this game aren't really helpful to anyone. The 10's will probably be anyone who thought the game would be perfect and, even in the face of information that conflicts with that, want to keep that allusion alive. I also feel like a majority of that 0-3's areI really never reviewed a game before but I felt the need to review this one. I want to start off by saying the polarized reviews of this game aren't really helpful to anyone. The 10's will probably be anyone who thought the game would be perfect and, even in the face of information that conflicts with that, want to keep that allusion alive. I also feel like a majority of that 0-3's are people who really hated this game before it even came out and haven't even played it but reviewed it poorly anyway. Me and my girlfriend have now played about 12-15 hours of this game now and I think I can review it pretty solidly. We haven't really rushed anything and we've been to about 7 different galaxy's now. You can go faster. I'm sure other people have. We are taking our time. I mean it is an exploration game. To keep it brief, this game was everything I expected. I didn't expect it to be perfect. Or the combat to be life-changing. But I did want the experience to be fun. And you now what. It has been fun. And even though we've played 12-15 hours I would imagine there is about a good 20 more hours until it all starts feeling pretty repetitive. And it will start feeling repetitive. There is a lot in the game. But a lot of it is the same. But right now it's really cool to go to the different stations, learn the language, document things. It's all really cool. Don't expect a multiplayer game. This is not that. Don't expect CoD in space, because it isn't that either. To quote Sean Murray, this is a "really chill game." You play this to wander around and collect and explore things. Some people are just not going to like that. I'd like to note that I kind of view this game like minecraft a little bit. In the beginning they didn't have half of the stuff that they do now. They created a foundation and created a base following and went from there. And from what I've seen No Man's Sky is well on its way to doing all those things. Murray and his team have promised free updates. They said we can build bases and own space freighters in future updates. I give it an 8 out of 10 right now because the fun is limited in scope and length. My idealized vision is that they will update it to raise that 8 to a 10 with future updates. I'm impressed by what this small team has done. And I hope they will continue to support this game. That's why I bought it day one. To hopefully support this incredible team enough so they will continue to make this game great, even into the future. Just a final note on some details that might be important. Inventory management is a real thing and if you don't like to micromanage this might not be for you. If you don't like to explore, or don't like mining resources to keep going, this might not be for you. If you are a chill sort of person who wants a chill experience, this game is probably for you. Thanks to Sean Murray and the guys at Hello Games, you're awesome. Keep doing what you're doing.… Expand
  95. Tinglebob
    Aug 11, 2016
    9
    A great game for anyone that likes open world freedom to explore and discover things and follow leads to objectives, but if you are the kind of person that wants everything handed to you and explained in a simplified linear style story this is not for you. For me though this is a great game that is only going to improve with the updates that are coming
  96. Aspis
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    Like others say, it's not for everyone. All I know is that I have been glued to the sofa for the last two days. The feeling of always seeing something unexpected. Getting to know the place you have arrived, and taking pictures of all the wonders you discover. The beauty of it all, and weirdness of some places. And then, when you feel ready, taking to the skies and plotting a new course toLike others say, it's not for everyone. All I know is that I have been glued to the sofa for the last two days. The feeling of always seeing something unexpected. Getting to know the place you have arrived, and taking pictures of all the wonders you discover. The beauty of it all, and weirdness of some places. And then, when you feel ready, taking to the skies and plotting a new course to the unknown. It is an adventure, and it is only what you make it yourself.… Expand
  97. thecreativegun
    Aug 11, 2016
    9
    Good luck travelers on your journey of convergence to the center. If you are a fan of science fiction, and are looking for a Space Exploration simulator that is lighthearted with a sense of wonder and hope. No Man's Sky is the game for you.

    The slightly skewed reviews that some of these people are leaving makes you just want to shake your head in disbelief. Read all the 0 and 10    Good luck travelers on your journey of convergence to the center. If you are a fan of science fiction, and are looking for a Space Exploration simulator that is lighthearted with a sense of wonder and hope. No Man's Sky is the game for you.

    The slightly skewed reviews that some of these people are leaving makes you just want to shake your head in disbelief. Read all the 0 and 10 reviews. Makes me want to vomit. No This game is not a 10. No this game is not a 0. Its not a 3 or 4 or even a 5. The game is a Solid 7 and half, 8 or 9 in my opinion. And just to sway the critics I am going to give it a 9. Here is my reasoning.

    First starting with negatives:
    Yes the game was largely over-hyped. Yes the combat is pretty basic. Yes there is no story or its hidden within the game and I need to learn the language to uncover it. The movement kind of is slow when on foot.

    Now lets move to the positives.
    But once you get into your spaceship and can fly from place to place, it gets much better. Your spaceship is your home, kind of. So be sure you don't go too far from it. You store everything there, once your suit runs out, and it helps you find Alien Artifacts, Trade Outposts to buy new Ships, and just helps you travel Space and Explore.

    No Man's Sky is actually quite enjoyable. Once I got through slight learning curve in the first few hours. Flying from one point to another. Naming different animals, which are surprisingly well animated and have different behaviors and vary largely in size and color. I met this huge animal of about 15 feet long thing that looked like a Lion with a Cone head that was amazing. I took many pictures and videos of it, and sent them to my friends. The thing was freaking huge, and I gave it good it then it was happy and started to follow me around. So real, it felt real. I felt as if I was there.

    The game world is very ascetically pleasing. And I must stress this, the world in a word is beautiful. The Space is also quite pleasing to the eye. This is not a realistic space sim. This game is a story book space sim. Like traveling to another Universe, sort of. And exploring it is truly a Unique experience unlike any I ever experienced in any game.

    From the start. What I did was I spent 12 hours on the first planet to make sure I got everything catalogued before moving on to the next planet. To the people saying each planet environment is not varied are truly wrong. My first starting planet had mountains, peeks, valleys, grass, different colored sky. I named my first planet Ferdinand 1, and my Solar System Magellan after the famous explorer. I plan to name all the planets I see after famous explorers and ships of history. The next planet I named Isabella after the Spanish monarch.But back to Ferdinand 1. Ferdinand 1 And it was the kind of place I would want to spend many years in. I cannot figure out how they made the game world look so unique.

    Props to the development team on this game. Just ignore the negative and reviews and focus on the positive. The game needs some work, but I am sure future updates will add many requested features.far as just what we have at launch, its an extremely playable and enjoyable experience.

    Two things I would fix are the interface, and the movement. Maybe add some land vehicles. Walking and flying shouldn't be the only ways to travel. Some type of Land rover or car would be great.

    This is kind of a first impression review as I only have spent maybe 12 hours in the game, so as I play more of it, I am sure I will discover things such as learning Alien language. The mystery of the Atlas. And try to get to the center of the Universe, but right now I am just too busy exploring my own Solar System, before I even think about going further.

    Good luck travelers, and don't let these 0 star reviews get you down. They are wrong, or people who did not even play the game. Or the type of people that play a game till end, and return it. If you are that type of player, that is looking for a story driven game, stay away from it. If you are looking for an enjoyable game you can play for many days, months, maybe even years and like Science Fiction. Then this game is for you.

    Even though the graphics are a bit dated, the beauty of the environments overshadows the graphics and just makes you want to explore and find new things. The first hour was tough, but once I figured out the mechanics. I think this game will hold me off for a long time.    … Expand
  98. Macckart
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    The game is more than promised, I love the game, and I see myself spending at least about 100 hours of play ... which is pretty rare nowadays some game take both our time and having fun.
  99. TreadLightly55
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    This game is not for everyone this is for the explorers id say its for people that play minecraft but not really. This is for people that enjoy deep space exploration with very baseline gameplay. This game is very addicting the whole gather material to upgrade and gather material to do everything is so addicting. I love naming new things knowing that someone might come across my thing iThis game is not for everyone this is for the explorers id say its for people that play minecraft but not really. This is for people that enjoy deep space exploration with very baseline gameplay. This game is very addicting the whole gather material to upgrade and gather material to do everything is so addicting. I love naming new things knowing that someone might come across my thing i named which i know is very unlikely with so many planets but still its nice knowing that someone might. I give this game a 10 because its something different. Im tired of all the mainstream stuff that passes as games people that don't like your typical Call of Duty shooters and in your face game play and like a more laid back settle approach to exploration with very chill ambient music will like this game. All people giving it bad reviews probably have call of duty or don't enjoy games as art this is like Journey mixed with mine craft its a perfect mix.… Expand
  100. euthlogo
    Aug 9, 2016
    10
    Just love it. 4 hours went by in an instant. Incredible feeling of mystery, exploration, and it feels like I've just scratched the surface. Highly recommend.
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  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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