No Man's Sky

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4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5473 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 2,123 out of 5473
  2. Mixed: 648 out of 5473
  3. Negative: 2,702 out of 5473
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  1. attachmatte
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is great for those who like space exploration, everything is beautiful in the game, but if you are looking for multiplayer, connect with other players and shooting, this game is not for you… Expand
  2. 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.
  3. 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!!!
  4. True__Fiction
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    It looks good, it's fun to play, there is a lot to explore, the dev's WILL add more. The developers at Hello Games have done an incredible job with the hand they've been dealt. The release version is not a perfect 10/10, but I trust that by the time they are done with this game it will be. While it may not be perfect right now, if this was the end product I still think it would have beenIt looks good, it's fun to play, there is a lot to explore, the dev's WILL add more. The developers at Hello Games have done an incredible job with the hand they've been dealt. The release version is not a perfect 10/10, but I trust that by the time they are done with this game it will be. While it may not be perfect right now, if this was the end product I still think it would have been worth every penny. Don't listen to the people giving this game a low score. It may not be what you were expecting, but it is still a great game.… Expand
  5. 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
  6. Przemyslavitz
    Aug 14, 2016
    10
    If you are looking for explosive gameplay and fast action, don't even bother playing NMS. People are blaming devs and spilling all the hate on it because it did not fulfill their made-up expectations. For me it is exactly what I expected - game made for pure exploration and chill. I really enjoy finding and discovering all those species on planets, harvesting resources and visitingIf you are looking for explosive gameplay and fast action, don't even bother playing NMS. People are blaming devs and spilling all the hate on it because it did not fulfill their made-up expectations. For me it is exactly what I expected - game made for pure exploration and chill. I really enjoy finding and discovering all those species on planets, harvesting resources and visiting different places. OK, gameplay is a bit repetitive, but which exploration/survival game is not ? DayZ, Terraria, Minecraft, Subnautica, ARK, etc. are repetitive as well.… Expand
  7. jax-nero
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    Its a fun game with a semi-hard learning curve but once you get pass that its smooth sailing
    This game is only for adventurers and with future support this game will soar high.
  8. TraceSkipper
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    I think this game will distress certain types of gamers. If you need action / Adrenalin type games this game will get on your nerves to no end.
    I never did like Minecraft and Terraria or Dont Starve which they are similar but for some reason this game stands way apart from those.
    This game is a amazing feat especially coming from a small indie team. The code for the procedural    I think this game will distress certain types of gamers. If you need action / Adrenalin type games this game will get on your nerves to no end.
    I never did like Minecraft and Terraria or Dont Starve which they are similar but for some reason this game stands way apart from those.
    This game is a amazing feat especially coming from a small indie team. The code for the procedural generation is a million lines and never been done at this level before.

    Its an exploration game at its heart. One that makes sense and one thats never ending.    … Expand
  9. 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
  10. Mayzeedee
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    Seriously enjoying this game. I can't wait to see what other random planets have in store in terms of wildlife and flora! The exploration factor was always advertised as being a massive part of the game, and it had me completely sold. It kinda feels like I'm exploring part of the universe from my own bedroom. Great times !
  11. 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
  12. Kenwalker
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    This game was for me, and it's everything I expected it to be. Hello Games took a huge exciting leap in game creation. This was a great beginning to a new type of experience in gaming.
  13. CVICTOR
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    Eu não sei pq a galera ta falando tão mal desse jogo, é um jogo INDEPENDENTE! Um jogo diferente dos demais, vale muito a pena!De fato falta um multiplayer, mas na minha opinião pessoal o jogo não precisa necessariamente multiplayer. Vou comprar na certa!
  14. Loki_motion
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    I don't understand why people are giving this game such bad reviews. It's a game that is meant to be played periodically, not 20 hours straight. Of course you are going to get bored of a game after playing it for hours on end. Any game becomes boring. You just have to appreciate how much effort hello games put into this wonderful game.
  15. DayRider
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    For what this game is, It has faults, theres no Denying that aspect of the game. But what it is, for what is accomplishes, while it may not be perfect. Its a pretty dam close to perfect game for WHAT IT IS. A Space/Survival Exploration game. It gets that aspect perfect, therefor a 10/10, Exactly as expected.
  16. clendatu
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    Ill make it **** quick .
    You like exploring space and thousands of very well generated planets ? - Buy it
    You like mining and trading stuff ? Buy it You like to spend hundreds of hours in a game - buy it This game does exactly what is was made for and it works very very well . The planets look outstanding and you can easily spend hours and hours on each of them . The Spaceships look    Ill make it **** quick .
    You like exploring space and thousands of very well generated planets ? - Buy it
    You like mining and trading stuff ? Buy it
    You like to spend hundreds of hours in a game - buy it

    This game does exactly what is was made for and it works very very well . The planets look outstanding and you can easily spend hours and hours on each of them . The Spaceships look cool and the controls are very easy to learn for this kind of game . This game easily provides 40+ hours of gameplay without any special effort . How someone can give it 0 of 10 is beyond me . Id give a solid 8 of 10 (some bugs) but for all this stul give a 10    … Expand
  17. jamsdean
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    The game brings up memories of Elite(80s/90s), Frontier and Freelancer. addicting gameplay. Obviously not for everyone, based on the polarizing ratings. Promised updates should only make the game even better. If you have been following the development of this game, you would've known what to expect. I did and the game delivers in just about every way.
  18. Spartacus83
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    incredibly wonderful game for anyone who likes space exploration and crafting, lost for hours in endless worlds, this is more the kind of game you need rather shooter
  19. 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
  20. foofiders
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    easily best game i have ever played, incredibly, massive, tons to explore, even more to do. I have never been amazed by a game this much in years. 10/10
  21. bayernfan
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    The game is one of the best I have Played, all these negative reviews are too judgmental. yes there is no strong story but that is what the game is all about. It's up to you to decide how you want to play
  22. dave307
    Aug 11, 2016
    10
    great game not what I was expecting but still a joy to play. the game has a beautiful art style which is surprising in a procedurally generated world. it's the most fun I've had in ages

    it's a crafting survival and exploration game the kind of game I love.
  23. 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?
  24. Matshiro
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    People are giving this game Negative comments, because they were too much hyped for this game.
    Developer said, that it's about exploring, nothing more, but people want another Call of Duty in space or something like that.
    If you like exploring new worlds, universe etc. This game is for you.
  25. Raab89
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    The Game isn't perfect at all, but for me it's definitely a 10 because of the fun I had the last 20 hours I think. Of course it's nothing for everyone, but the idea behind the game is so great and I sure that they'll fix everything what's wrong in the future.
  26. 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
  27. SharkFynn
    Aug 12, 2016
    10
    I knew what to expect with this game (and it was what was promised) -- a sci-fi exploration survival game. And I've played a dozen hours so far, and don't see the end of my enjoyment any time soon. I'm partly just taking my time, but also figuring things out. I love the surprises, so I minimize my exposure to spoilers. I never expected multiplayer, so I'm not disappointed I can't buddyI knew what to expect with this game (and it was what was promised) -- a sci-fi exploration survival game. And I've played a dozen hours so far, and don't see the end of my enjoyment any time soon. I'm partly just taking my time, but also figuring things out. I love the surprises, so I minimize my exposure to spoilers. I never expected multiplayer, so I'm not disappointed I can't buddy up... but I've yet to come across another person's discovery, or see twinkling stars that indicate there's a discovery being made by someone in that system. TL;DR happy with the game, still playing and enjoying; there's room for improvement, but give it a chance. It's really only JUST been released (smh on some people).… Expand
  28. 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
  29. 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.
  30. 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.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 96 Critic Reviews

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