|OT| No Man's Sky - A Universe Reborn | Update 3.5 - "Prisms"

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Living Ship Update - No Man's Sky

No Man's Sky

Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No

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Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No Man's Sky presents you with a galaxy to explore, filled with unique planets and lifeforms, and constant danger and action.

In No Man's Sky, every star is the light of a distant sun, each orbited by planets filled with life, and you can go to any of them you choose. Fly smoothly from deep space to planetary surfaces, with no loading screens, and no limits. In this infinite procedurally generated universe, you'll discover places and creatures that no other players have seen before - and perhaps never will again.

Embark on an epic voyage
At the centre of the galaxy lies a irresistible pulse which draws you on a journey towards it to learn the true nature of the cosmos. But, facing hostile creatures and fierce pirates, you'll know that death comes at a cost, and survival will be down to the choices you make over how you upgrade your ship, your weapon and suit.

Find your own destiny
Your voyage through No Man's Sky is up to you. Will you be a fighter, preying on the weak and taking their riches, or taking out pirates for their bounties? Power is yours if you upgrade your ship for speed and weaponry.

Or a trader? Find rich resources on forgotten worlds and exploit them for the highest prices. Invest in more cargo space and you'll reap huge rewards.

Or perhaps an explorer? Go beyond the known frontier and discover places and things that no one has ever seen before. Upgrade your engines to jump ever farther, and strengthen your suit for survival in toxic environments that would kill the unwary.

Share your journey
The galaxy is a living, breathing place. Trade convoys travel between stars, factions vie for territory, pirates hunt the unwary, and the police are ever watching. Every other player lives in the same galaxy, and you can choose to share your discoveries with them on a map that spans known space. Perhaps you will see the results of their actions as well as your own...

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Play with all 8 major updates since launch: Foundation, Pathfinder, Atlas Rises, NEXT, The Abyss, Visions, the 2.0 BEYOND update and Synthesis.

An epic voyage to the centre of a shared universe awaits, allowing you to explore, trade, fight and survive alone or with friends.

The Foundation Update brings base building and more to No Man's Sky. It is the foundation of things to come

Foundation Update - No Man's Sky

Introducing Update 1.1 Today we’re excited to bring you the Foundation Update. It’s the first of many free updates to come, and we’re looking forward to you getting hands on with it. Here’s an outline of the updates – but we encourage you to dive in and discover for yourselves! Game Modes...

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Path Finder Update - No Man's Sky

Introducing Path Finder (Update 1.2) The Path Finder update introduces planetary vehicles, base sharing, PS4 Pro support, ship/weapon specialisation, permadeath mode, and much more. It shows the path for the future. Visual Updates We’ve introduced a host of visual improvements, allowing you to...

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Update 1.3, Atlas Rises, brings a brand new and overhauled central storyline, portals, a new procedural mission system, trade improvements, system economies, joint exploration and more.
#AtlasRises introduces terrain editing - let's see some of your creations!
#AtlasRises introduces system specific wealth, economy and conflict levels, and an overhauled galactic map.
#AtlasRises adds improved low-flight, allowing you to cruise much closer to the planet's surface!
#AtlasRises improves the Analysis Visor - offering more information and better rewards for discoveries
Visit the new Mission Agent in any Space Station to pick up unique and rewarding tasks
#AtlasRises introduces rare new exotic planet types

Atlas Rises Update - No Man's Sky

Introducing Update 1.3 Update 1.3, Atlas Rises, brings a brand new and overhauled central storyline, portals, a new procedural mission system, trade improvements, system economies, joint exploration and more. This update marks the one year anniversary of No Man’s Sky, and a lot has changed...

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NEXT Update - No Man's Sky

NEXT: INTRODUCING UPDATE 1.5 Update 1.5, NEXT, introduces a full multiplayer experience, near-unlimited base building, command of freighter armadas, a graphical overhaul and more. This update marks the two year anniversary of No Man’s Sky, and a lot has changed. Please see Atlas Rises...

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Abyss Update - No Man's Sky

THE ABYSS: INTRODUCING UPDATE 1.7 Explore the terrors of the deep in The Abyss update. Introducing aquatic environments with over 5 times more variety, varied creature behaviours, improved underwater visuals and much more. Creatures of the deep Underwater creatures have become more frequent, and...

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Visions Update - No Man's Sky

VISIONS: INTRODUCING UPDATE 1.75 Discover a more varied, more diverse universe in the Visions update. Introducing new planetary biomes, more colourful worlds, new fauna and flora, archaeology, salvaging, and much more… NEW PLANETARY BIOMES New anomalous planet biomes create a weirder, more...

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Beyond Update - No Man's Sky

BEYOND: INTRODUCING UPDATE 2.0 Update 2.0, Beyond, massively expands the multiplayer experience introduced in NEXT, takes immersion to a whole new level with fully-fledged Virtual Reality, overhauls base building, NPCs, technology trees, and much, much more. Marking the three year anniversary of...

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Synthesis Update - No Man's Sky

Synthesis: Introducing update 2.2 The Synthesis Update introduces a number of frequently-requested features and improvements to No Man’s Sky Beyond. Alongside these new features are a large number of community-led quality of life improvements, as well as general polish. Buy now on More purchase...

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Living Ship Update - No Man's Sky

Living Ship: Introducing Update 2.3 Explore space from a different perspective with the Living Ship update. Introducing a new class of biological ship, a new story mission, mysterious space encounters, space NPCs and more. Buy now on More purchase options » THE LIVING SHIP Living Ships are a new...

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[z1ggy]

Looks like i have to install NMS yet again, it keeps delivering

 

[EdwardTivrusky]

It's been installed on my machine since pre-launch, lol. I'll leave it alone for months and then play it solidly for a few weeks.
I'd say it's a case-study in how to turn your game around from villainous meme to respected elder.

I play it solo/offline usually listening to Astronomy/Space Science podcasts. That soundtrack tho, 64daysofstatic did a stellar job there.

 

[prudis]

it keeps delivering

yup

Traverse and explore planetary surfaces safe from extreme conditions in your very own mech with our latest free No Man's Sky update.

Patchnotes are up: Exo Mech Update - No Man's Sky

 

[bobnowhere]

75% off at cdkeys, probably the cheapest it's ever been.

 

[prudis]

the NMS comunity is fascinating

The Galactic Hub began as a humble project to catalogue everything—every planet, moon, plant, and animal—in a small sector of space. Created by a player known as 7101334 (or 710 for short) in 2016, it soon grew to define how No Man's Sky would be played. The Galactic Hub became a civilization inside of the galaxy of No Man's Sky, with players creating communal farms to share wealth, creating their own holidays and symbols. As the Hub grew in popularity, more civilizations followed in its wake, eventually leading to the creation of the United Federation Of Travelers, a kind of Space UN meant to resolve differences between civilizations
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What May has proposed is a mapped chain of systems that serves as a pathway from the center of the galaxy to the Galactic Hub... May's Warpway uses systems with black holes in them allows players to easily follow this linked chain without having to use an outside reference.
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What's most fascinating about the Hub and its related organizations as an observer is watching them re-invent civilizations inside of No Man's Sky. They have wars, police forces, debates over urbanization, they spy on each other, and even have car shows. What the Warpway is bringing to The Galactic Hub are the politics of the railroad, with May as a railroad baron bringing change to a community that doesn't necessarily want it.

From 7101334's perspective, by encouraging players to explore, settle and build along the Warpway, the Warpway becomes a civilization in its own right. May's promotion of it in the Galactic Hub is an attempt to poach players away from the Hub to ensure his civilization's survival. Beyond that, 7101334 is just doubtful that the Warpway is a viable concept for a civilization inside No Man's Sky.
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"I've always developed the Hub with the specific vision of a quasi-scientific documentation community first and foremost, with out-of-simulation social aspects," 7101334 said. "But the Hub has been the galaxy's de-facto social hotspot for many update cycles, and while it was an honor and a ton of fun, it was never what we were about. We're space-scientists, farmers, and architects, and if growing specifically in that direction dampens 'gross growth,' I'm perfectly happy with tha

No Man's Sky's Interstellar NIMBYs Clash With a Would-Be Railroad Tycoon

The game's largest community doesn't want a space highway going through their backyard, and with good reason.

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[prudis]

huge procgen update

Origins Update - No Man's Sky

Origins: Introducing Update 3.0 Update 3.0, Origins, dramatically expands the universe of No Man’s Sky. Explore a stranger, richer and more varied universe, with deeper planetary diversity, dramatic new terrain, a host of new creatures, new weather conditions, colossal buildings, and much more...

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Origins: Introducing Update 3.0

Update 3.0, Origins, dramatically expands the universe of No Man’s Sky. Explore a stranger, richer and more varied universe, with deeper planetary diversity, dramatic new terrain, a host of new creatures, new weather conditions, colossal buildings, and much more.

• Firestorms
• Volcanos
• Lighting
• Tornados
• NPCs on Planets
• Improved Clouds
• New Fauna
• Multi-km Mountains
• SANDWORMS

Our journey continues.

 

[FeedMeAStrayCat]

As someone who just started playing NMS several days ago again, this is very relevant to my interests

 

[bobnowhere]

 

[Parsnip]

One of these days I'll grab the game and probably enjoy it.

 

[bobnowhere]

One of these days I'll grab play the game and probably enjoy it.

 

[EdwardTivrusky]

I've been enjoying the game since launch.

 

[prudis]

Expeditions Update - No Man's Sky

Expeditions: Introducing Update 3.3 Update 3.3, Expeditions, introduces a brand new way to play No Man’s Sky. Start a fresh journey in a brand new game mode, master a unique set of challenges with revitalised mission mechanics, earn exclusive new rewards, visit bustling hub worlds, and much...

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EXPEDITIONS: INTRODUCING UPDATE 3.3

Update 3.3, Expeditions, introduces a brand new way to play No Man’s Sky. Start a fresh journey in a brand new game mode, master a unique set of challenges with revitalised mission mechanics, earn exclusive new rewards, visit bustling hub worlds, and much more!

• Galactic Expeditions
• Mission Patches
• New HUD + 4K UI
• Expedition Planner
• Visor Tech
• Cross-Save Rewards
• Sentinel Balance
• Perf + Load Optimised
• Cross-Platform Naming Merge
• Improved Pinning
• On-going Seasons

 

[prudis]

Prisms Update - No Man's Sky

Prisms: Introducing Update 3.5 Update 3.5, Prisms, dramatically refreshes the No Man’s Sky experience with a range of new visual features and technologies. The universe has never looked better, with reflections, new texture effects, more biome detail, improved lighting, new skies, new warp...

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PRISMS: INTRODUCING UPDATE 3.5

Update 3.5, Prisms, dramatically refreshes the No Man’s Sky experience with a range of new visual features and technologies. The universe has never looked better, with reflections, new texture effects, more biome detail, improved lighting, new skies, new warp effects, creature fur, and a host more besides.

• Fur
• Flying Pets
• Refractions
• Rain + Weather
• More Stars
• Bytebeat Expansion
• Parallax Occlusion Mapping
• New Warp Effects
• Improved Photo Mode
• New Particle Effects
• Improved Light Shafts
• DLSS
• Increased Biome Detail

 

[Panda Pedinte]

Prisms Update - No Man's Sky

Prisms: Introducing Update 3.5 Update 3.5, Prisms, dramatically refreshes the No Man’s Sky experience with a range of new visual features and technologies. The universe has never looked better, with reflections, new texture effects, more biome detail, improved lighting, new skies, new warp...

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PRISMS: INTRODUCING UPDATE 3.5

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Some nice stuff there

 

[EdwardTivrusky]

This is me running to get a better view of the Normandy after completing Expeditions 2 at 02:00am on the last day.
No Man's sky has changed massively since i started playing at launch yet it didn't take me that long to get back into the swing of things after my ~18 month break. It's also nice that those of us who were there from the start can use the "Iteration 1.0" title on our accounts.

I'll definitely be putting aside more podcasts so i can have an excuse to schedule in some regular NMS Time especially with the new Prisms Update on the horizon. I do miss the early days but as i don't bother with base building i just warp my fleet around exploring the universe like a real space nomad. I couldn't even tell you where my obligatory base is built it's that far behind me now.