No Man's Sky

 Xbox One
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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 294 Ratings

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  1. Rodrigo_31
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    I'll be short and simple here...
    I just bought this game in 11 of september, influenced by beyond's update reviews.
    These games below are my top 10 games of all time 1 No Man's Sky 2 Silent Hill 2 3 Skyrim 4 Sonic 2 5 Silent Hill 6 Mortal Kombat 2 7 Mario kart 64 8 Guitar Hero 3 9 Limbo 10 Mass effect 2 11 Half life 2 - just left top 10. Yeah, this game made me play 35    I'll be short and simple here...
    I just bought this game in 11 of september, influenced by beyond's update reviews.
    These games below are my top 10 games of all time

    1 No Man's Sky
    2 Silent Hill 2
    3 Skyrim
    4 Sonic 2
    5 Silent Hill
    6 Mortal Kombat 2
    7 Mario kart 64
    8 Guitar Hero 3
    9 Limbo
    10 Mass effect 2

    11 Half life 2 - just left top 10.

    Yeah, this game made me play 35 hours since day 11, today is 16 of september, being playing for 12 hours just today.

    This game is GOOD.
    Addictive, fun, full of magic. It has several technical issues, but still. You won't find anything like it.
    I stopped Outer Wilds to play this, and don't get me wrong. Outer Wilds is one heck of an indie game. But looking at what NMS is now and what is still going to be, there is nothing like it. Absolutelly nothing.
    If you like space opera, scifi stuff, minecraft and terraria crafting style, GTa, Mass Effect and Skyrim.
    You just owe to yourself this masterpiece.
    What started as a complete disaster, turned out being one of the biggest, if not the biggest comeback in the history of videogames. Man, what a plot twist.    … Expand
  2. BemaJinn
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    Beware of reviews from the old version of the game!!

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

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

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

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

    One of the best games I've played!    … Expand
  3. drevil99
    Dec 6, 2018
    10
    This game is fantastic and very addictive. I've already put 40 hours into this game and feel that I've only touched 20% of the content. Right from the start, the game does a really good job teaching you the controls (which are super easy to learn - especially for a survival/simulation type game), while gradually showing you different paths you can take in the game.

    The exploration is a    This game is fantastic and very addictive. I've already put 40 hours into this game and feel that I've only touched 20% of the content. Right from the start, the game does a really good job teaching you the controls (which are super easy to learn - especially for a survival/simulation type game), while gradually showing you different paths you can take in the game.

    The exploration is a blast! I look forward to it every time I warp to a new system. While many planets share similar characteristics, you occasionally run into a planet that so alien making exploration that more interesting. The interaction with aliens is also kind of cool. While on a planet, there can be a lot to discover. Cataloging animals/vegetation/minerals, responding to distress calls, exploring alien ruins, searching crashed freighters, stocking up on materials or negotiating at a trade post; with all of these available on almost every planet and moon you explore. Finally you can build base(s) and that in itself is a game given how many options are available to you. The more you explore and build in this game, the more likely you will learn new schematics for building ship and base upgrade, as well as tech enhancements for your multi-tool and exosuit (space suit).

    Space combat I find to be clunky and difficult at first. Just keep in mind that the initial ship is not great for combat, and you can upgrade to something better. Speaking of ships, you can also have giant freighters which you can set mission objectives, whether they are trade, exploration or military.

    One final note, I'm playing this game as single player, I have not tried the multiplayer so I can't rate that aspect of the game.    … Expand
  4. Bblunty
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    Such an amazing update. I played on PS4 for 40+ hours with the last updates and can say this takes it to a ten for me. That a tough score to get but I think this deserves it. A truly inspiring game with the visuals and scale. The variety of how you can play this game is what makes it unique.
  5. bryan101384
    Aug 1, 2018
    10
    When I was kid I used to dream that one day I'd be able to play a video game that allowed me to get in a space ship fly off to some distant world, engage in epic space battles, and make my mark on the universe. No Man's Sky allows you to do just that. The ability to build a nearly unlimited amount of bases (and buildings that are taller than clouds) is incredible. Planting my base nextWhen I was kid I used to dream that one day I'd be able to play a video game that allowed me to get in a space ship fly off to some distant world, engage in epic space battles, and make my mark on the universe. No Man's Sky allows you to do just that. The ability to build a nearly unlimited amount of bases (and buildings that are taller than clouds) is incredible. Planting my base next to my friends where we share a common goal of building something epic together is downright special. This game is not for everyone, no game is, but for me it's literally a childhood dream come true.… Expand
  6. rossco98
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    Wow Well done Sean and the team. You may have just saved No Mans Sky.

    Like playing a new game. I played this on PS4 and PC and I must say I'm blown away by the amount of content and changes that have taken place. The systems in place are a lot less frustrating and flow well. Multiplayer is a fantastic experience, you can just jump in with a mate at any time and come and go as you    Wow Well done Sean and the team. You may have just saved No Mans Sky.

    Like playing a new game. I played this on PS4 and PC and I must say I'm blown away by the amount of content and changes that have taken place.

    The systems in place are a lot less frustrating and flow well. Multiplayer is a fantastic experience, you can just jump in with a mate at any time and come and go as you both please.

    Graphics have also been vastly improved and also atmospheres and weather add a great sense of living environment.

    I would say this is a strong 9. The reason I gave it a 10 is that let's give credit where its due here. To have come back from the trainwreck launch and add all this with no charge to existing owners is a GOOD thing.    … Expand
  7. dhilburn
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    No Man's Sky is an excellent space exploration sandbox, full of emergent gameplay experiences that you won't find anywhere else. The primary focus of the core game is survival and exploration, with myriad punishing and breathtaking environments to be found. With the recent addition of seamless multiplayer, you can now take on the galaxy together with a few friends or random explorers.No Man's Sky is an excellent space exploration sandbox, full of emergent gameplay experiences that you won't find anywhere else. The primary focus of the core game is survival and exploration, with myriad punishing and breathtaking environments to be found. With the recent addition of seamless multiplayer, you can now take on the galaxy together with a few friends or random explorers. Dive off immense cliffs to the ocean below, or save yourself at the last second with your trusty jetpack. Go spelunking into treacherous caves or dive into deep oceans in search of alien ruins or amazing creatures. Blast around the terrain in a hovercraft or jet-powered rover. Do barrel rolls in your spaceship, diving through canyons to avoid space pirates on your tail, or blast them out of the sky with a rich arsenal of spaceship weapons. Make millions trading buying trade goods in one system and then selling them in another, evading space pirates along the way. Or settle down on an amazing planet and construct your ultimate extraterrestrial home. Become a farmer at your settlement and harvest and sell rare plants. Make an amazing race track and share your home's portal address so other players can come try for the fastest time or challenge each other to a race. Take the most amazing photos in photo mode and share your experiences with a rich community of explorers and pirates. Look up at the sky and wonder what's up there, then hop in your ship and go see for yourself.… Expand
  8. Scylidor
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    Careful with people putting bad reviews from the bad initial launch (2016) !

    The game changed so much with what was said, it's now wonderful, every screenshot can be a professional picture, a true piece of art ! I love to get lost on a planet look to the sky and see ringed planet with freighter in front of me. With an main story that last around 30 hours, secondary quests,    Careful with people putting bad reviews from the bad initial launch (2016) !

    The game changed so much with what was said, it's now wonderful, every screenshot can be a professional picture, a true piece of art !

    I love to get lost on a planet look to the sky and see ringed planet with freighter in front of me.

    With an main story that last around 30 hours, secondary quests, community event and co-op multiplayer, this bring so much fun, for example destroying an alien eggs to make your friend get attacked by aliens can be funny ;)

    I'm really in love with this game and I recommend it !    … Expand
  9. pokegod11
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing game after all of the updates that were added post launch by hello games
  10. puchinho
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Tenía sueños de pequeño, cuando jugaba a pokemon en la gba o al final fantasy tactics, quería un juego donde hacer lo que quisiera en el espacio, ir a planetas nuevos, explorar, conocer nuevas especies.
    Hoy en día, años después de la primera opinión que di, soy científico y me apasionan los animales y la naturaleza en general, por ello trabajo en el campo de la biodiversidad terrestre y,    Tenía sueños de pequeño, cuando jugaba a pokemon en la gba o al final fantasy tactics, quería un juego donde hacer lo que quisiera en el espacio, ir a planetas nuevos, explorar, conocer nuevas especies.
    Hoy en día, años después de la primera opinión que di, soy científico y me apasionan los animales y la naturaleza en general, por ello trabajo en el campo de la biodiversidad terrestre y, puedo decir que, en parte (una parte muy grande), gracias a este juego.

    Este juego me había ilusionado mucho, lo compré de lanzamiento y le dediqué más de 100 horas durante el primer mes. No había leído críticas ni opiniones porque por esa época a penas andaba con el móvil o con internet, hasta que me di cuenta de que la gente se quejaba del juego porque en los planetas faltaba vida o no había misiones...
    Era y soy un gran aficionado a la astronomía y ya iba con la idea de ir a planetas desérticos y quizás, tener la suerte de encontrarme, después de 20 horas, un planeta con un par de plantas.
    Al final, antes de ver las críticas de nadie, había encontrado planetas llenos de vida incluso en sus mares y tenía una nave con un robot en un ala, como R2-D2!!! Por cosas de la vida no pude seguir jugando y cuando pude, la playstation había muerto y ya no tenía la partida en el punto donde había conseguido todo eso. Llevo desde entonces buscando una nave así y jamás la he encontrado, lo cual me parece increíble y fantástico por lo grande que era el juego.
    Ahora bien, el juego ha mejorado mucho más, y a mi ya me gustaba al principio, por lo que no me puedo creer lo que ven mis ojos ahora.
    Hay días en los que solo quiero llegar a casa, encender la play, subir a mi nave y perderme por el espacio con música de fondo. Me ha ayudado en momentos muy difíciles de mi vida y siempre lo tendré en cuenta.
    No man's sky me ha cambiado desde el primer día y lo sigue haciendo. Es uno de mis juegos favoritos y se ha ganado un hueco en mi corazón.

    Voy a dejar mi primera opinión de hace casi ya 8 años porque me parece fantástica:

    "Un mundo infinito donde perderse y no querer encontrarse.

    Puedes poseer varias naves, varios vehículos terrestres, un carguero donde llevar tus naves, crear una casa en cualquier planeta, explorar libremente...

    Es la libertad, la libertad que no tiene límites"    … Expand
  11. Schneider21
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    I almost bought a PS4 when NMS was announced. But I managed to hold out, and when the game's launch went as roughly as it did, I felt vindicated keeping my gaming to my Xbox. But with the way the game has been updated and patched over the last two years, including the amazing new Next update, there couldn't be a better time for this game to come to Xbox.

    If you like a more directed,    I almost bought a PS4 when NMS was announced. But I managed to hold out, and when the game's launch went as roughly as it did, I felt vindicated keeping my gaming to my Xbox. But with the way the game has been updated and patched over the last two years, including the amazing new Next update, there couldn't be a better time for this game to come to Xbox.

    If you like a more directed, intense experience, you won't find that here. It's fairly chill, with a lot of find-your-own-fun elements and resource grinding. But no other game offers you a sense of discovery and wonder with this much breadth.    … Expand
  12. walker271
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    A fantastic video game that you will love if you like sci-fi! The game had a rough start and one of the employees at Hello Games did indeed lie about some features being in the game that weren't. He has since that apologised and given the community four major updates that has improved the game tremendously. The recent reviews on steam are at 83% positive! That does not come by it self,A fantastic video game that you will love if you like sci-fi! The game had a rough start and one of the employees at Hello Games did indeed lie about some features being in the game that weren't. He has since that apologised and given the community four major updates that has improved the game tremendously. The recent reviews on steam are at 83% positive! That does not come by it self, especially after the terrible launch No Man's Sky had.

    When people say "there is nothing to do, the entire game is a grind" they are talking about the previous versions of the game. Sure, there's a little bit of a grind, but this is a survival game after all, so what did you expect? There is also a creative mode in the game that requires no gathering of resources and allows you to let your creative mind loose without any restrictions.

    To summorise: The game was mediocre at launch, now it is very good.    … Expand
  13. napelm
    Jul 24, 2018
    10
    If you came here looking for reviews and see all Negative reviews, you will find only haters that came to review a game that they thought would be, not realizing this is not a game for everybody, nor a PvP, just a chill adventure where the goal is not important, but the journey.

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

    If you are looking for a PvP, combat game to play with teammates and enemies online, this is not the game for you. Even with the MP release, it is still not that experience.
    If you came to look for a exploration, relaxing game, then this is you place. Now with NEXT update, it adds tons of new stuff that expand your gameplay in positive ways. Gotta love this.    … Expand
  14. YNWAHokie
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    I was so disappointed with the initial release, but still somewhat enjoyed the game. I would have given it a 6/10, but there wasn't much GAME to it....

    Fast forward to today and I am thrilled, so much has been added to the game and the planets themselves are no longer recognizable. There is true scale now, mountains are ominous, forests can be dense and the creatures are as ridiculous    I was so disappointed with the initial release, but still somewhat enjoyed the game. I would have given it a 6/10, but there wasn't much GAME to it....

    Fast forward to today and I am thrilled, so much has been added to the game and the planets themselves are no longer recognizable. There is true scale now, mountains are ominous, forests can be dense and the creatures are as ridiculous as usual.

    My favorite addition has been the 3rd person camera. I have been using first person when on the ground and 3rd person when flying and being able to see your ship while you fly is a wonderful addition.

    I have encountered minor bugs and glitches, so the game would have normally received a 9.5/10, but the enjoyment factor is off the charts. Truly an incredible game. What an effort from Hello Games to see this through and get their vision closer to reality.    … Expand
  15. SergeantMeme
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    After the NEXT update Hello games has brought a whole new life into this game (literally) i’ve always wanted a space exploration/survival game on this scale and Elite Dangerous just didn’t do it for me, the Original NMS definetly didn’t do it either, but the new NEXT update is everything i have ever wanted in this kind of game, it’s almost a dream come true, i’ve been addicted to it sinceAfter the NEXT update Hello games has brought a whole new life into this game (literally) i’ve always wanted a space exploration/survival game on this scale and Elite Dangerous just didn’t do it for me, the Original NMS definetly didn’t do it either, but the new NEXT update is everything i have ever wanted in this kind of game, it’s almost a dream come true, i’ve been addicted to it since launch putting in a little over 15 hours so far.… Expand
  16. noakespg
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    Following two years of enhancements, the game is now unrecognisable to that released in 2016. Significant new content and well considered changes to the story and game play loops make this the game promised, and a must play experience for any fans of Sci fi, spare exploration, base building or survival.
  17. SpectreRobin
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    I don't even know where to start. When No Mans Sky was first announced, it was the game I dreamed of playing since I was a kid. A vast universe to explore. When it launched it wasn't perfect. While I still enjoyed it, for the most part it was a mess.

    Over the last two years, slowly but surely they have been improving the game. All for free, no DLC, no cosmetics. Now with the launch of    I don't even know where to start. When No Mans Sky was first announced, it was the game I dreamed of playing since I was a kid. A vast universe to explore. When it launched it wasn't perfect. While I still enjoyed it, for the most part it was a mess.

    Over the last two years, slowly but surely they have been improving the game. All for free, no DLC, no cosmetics. Now with the launch of NEXT, I got the game I've always dreamed of.

    Thank you Hello Games, for continuing to focus on your vision and thank you Sean Murray. No matter the hate and toxicity you and your team received, you kept going.

    Top ten gaming comebacks (No Mans Sky being #1)    … Expand
  18. Zaubernova
    Jul 25, 2018
    10
    Absolutely incredible. NEXT feels like a whole new game. This is literally the game I've dreamed about playing since I was a kid!
  19. Jamiejohnson121
    Jul 31, 2018
    10
    It is quite amazing how much this game has changed since launch. I sat down to play this game for an hour or so, next thing I know it's been 6 hours. There's a lot more to do, and the multiplayer is a blast (no pun intended).
  20. Sonyer
    Nov 7, 2019
    10
    Add this game to your collection, they change everything now the game is truly amazing give it a chance you never regret it, play this on Xbox One X the experience is just incredible.
  21. vogaldo
    Oct 28, 2018
    10
    I've been waiting years for a game like this. Graphically, it's a wonderful visual experience and the sensations that it transmits are unique. It is not a game for everyone, but those who like science fiction and exploration genre will not find anything better. The game has evolved a lot since two years ago. The initial criticisms do not correspond with the current game, which has beenI've been waiting years for a game like this. Graphically, it's a wonderful visual experience and the sensations that it transmits are unique. It is not a game for everyone, but those who like science fiction and exploration genre will not find anything better. The game has evolved a lot since two years ago. The initial criticisms do not correspond with the current game, which has been greatly improved and updated. I hope the developers keep working on it for many years. I am very grateful to Sean Murray for creating this game.… Expand
  22. Saul_B
    Nov 6, 2019
    10
    One of the best survival games you can play. Traveling the galaxy is a breathtaking experience, and it's hard to stop playing. The perma-death mode does an excellent job of keeping the player engaged.
  23. Belarus_neckoby
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    около года в Elite Dangerous играл. И скажу что No man sky лучше в миллионы раз
  24. tygoro
    Feb 11, 2020
    10
    I love this game, it's the best on the planet. Had a rough start but the dev's REALLY do care and they are constantly improving the game.
  25. Teteiras
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Quiero dar las gracias a Hello Games por no dejar que muera este juego en el olvido, voy jugando muchisimas horas y cada vez se pone mejor.
  26. GustaCNXFL
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Bom No Man's Sky começou sendo a muitas promesas de um jogo espacial onde um universo inteiro seria gerado procedalmente com infinitos planetas e sistemas solares
    Os Animais de cada planeta tambem seriam gerados aleatoriamente entao voce nunca iria ver a mesma especie de criatura repetida em outro planeta.
    Isso era uma ideia genial! e ainda tinham prometido Multiplayer! e diversas outras    Bom No Man's Sky começou sendo a muitas promesas de um jogo espacial onde um universo inteiro seria gerado procedalmente com infinitos planetas e sistemas solares
    Os Animais de cada planeta tambem seriam gerados aleatoriamente entao voce nunca iria ver a mesma especie de criatura repetida em outro planeta.
    Isso era uma ideia genial! e ainda tinham prometido Multiplayer! e diversas outras coisas! era incrivel pensar que poderia existir um jogo assim..

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

    MAS!

    a empresa que fez o jogo! começou a trabalhar muito para reparar o jogo e o deixar polido para se tornar o jogo que eles aviam prometido!
    Eles conseguiram No Man's Sky Hoje em dia em 2021 tem tudo que eles prometeram e adicionaram coisas que eles nem tinham prometido!
    o Jogo esta incrivel agora Recomendo demais Comprar o jogo pra jogar! No Man's Sky esta incrivel infinitas galaxias e planetas com Escosistemas Unicos!
    Graficos Incriveis e a Equipe que fez o jogo ainda continua o atualizando ate hoje adicionando novos conteudos!
    No Man's Sky e o jogo Perfeito que tinham prometido para gente!    … Expand
  27. Frd05
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    Fantástico, a campanha principal é contada na forma de um mistério, que mesmo quando terminada ainda tem um gancho aberto, sistema de construção de bases, gerenciamento de frotas, muitas naves, missões, e agora gerenciamento de pequenas cidades, tu simplesmente ótimo, único defeito do jogo é não ter pvp.
  28. NarrowEvening10
    Feb 28, 2022
    10
    A Very good game, Massive Improvement from the original release, Get it if you have the money.
  29. lcsilveira
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    As a sci-fi fan, this is one of the games that I spent more time playing in my life. The version for Xbox Series X is a huge improvement and the "next" generation version made the game even more incredible.
  30. Morados9
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
    Es el juego al que más tiempo le he dedicado. Lo he disfrutado hasta cansarme. No sé a cuantos universos he ido con la esperanza de no sé qué.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Sep 12, 2018
    80
    Wonderful for exploration but has some issues with resource management. [Oct 2018, p.75]
  2. GameCritics
    Sep 7, 2018
    80
    No Man’s Sky NEXT was a meditative experience for me. The simple loop of landing, scanning flora and fauna, scrounging for minerals, and finally walking up a hill to experience a breathtaking vista never got old. Others may struggle with the game’s openness, and others will likely feel intimidated by such a non-guided experience. But for those craving an experience full of addictive play loops and the ability to go anywhere? This game is for them.
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  3. Video Chums
    Aug 29, 2018
    84
    A fun laid-back exploration experience and it has the unique honour of featuring the largest open world in all of gaming. However, don't go in expecting an exciting or challenging campaign because it's simply not either of those things.
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