Is No Man's Sky still worth it?

[El_Chino]

I never really bought into the hype and I've seen the negative receptions to the game after its release but with its recent update I was wondering if now it's the time to jump in?

Thanks guys.

 

[enkaisu]

Not at all.

 

[Unknown?]

The update was decent and people liked it before the update but it just depends on if you like exploration a lot.

 

[Mojoraisin]

Think you're missing a "not" in the subject.

 

[GribbleGrunger]

Without a doubt. Play on Survival.

 

[T.O.P]

 

[xZoneHunter]

I'm sure you can find a better way to spend your free time.

 

[MattKeil]

Give it four or five more updates on the level of the Foundation Update and then...maybe?

 

[El_Chino]

I guess I'm asking this question now because I've seen it go down in price used.

 

[Xer0]

I would say so. You might not like it, though. Just like any other game.

 

[ExoSoul]

Wait, "still"?

 

[RefigeKru]

I'm waiting until Elite Dangerous is available instead, haven't played No Man Sky but mulled over the prospect a few times...

 

[Zombie James]

I didn't think base building would fit in well at all in a game that's all about exploration but I thought it was executed pretty well and added to the experience. That update added a lot of QOL improvements too.

edit: Forgot about Survival mode, too.

 

[mentallyinept]

No.

It needs 2-3 more updates the size of the "Foundation Update" to start this conversation.

 

[Kacho]

No not at all. Avoid at all costs unless several major content patches drop. Game is insultingly simple and shows it's seams very quickly. The best part of hopping from planet to planet but once that wears off the game has nothing to offer.

 

[zewone]

Was it ever worth it?

 

[RedlineRonin]

Haven't played it (and don't yet have a desire to based on all the hubub) but i'd highly recommend Astroneer if you're looking for something similar. Still in EA but it's $20 and a lot of fun!

 

[Kurdel]

There is a good 30 hours of discovery and upgrades in there that is worth the trip IMO.

Not full price though.

 

[Peltz]

Multiplayer is dead in that game.

 

[ElTorro]

No. It's easily the worst game I've played this generation. Even after the update. It's conceptually broken to its core.

 

[xzeldax3]

Still?

 

[Harlock]

All depends what you wanna. If you like exploring different enviroments, just for relax, is cool. The base building you give things to do, but still kinda of pointless because the end game is not fun. I played around 100 hours because was in the mood for this.

 

[NinjamicWZ]

I shouldda bought it when it was $20 during the holiday sales.

Bring that price point back for just like, a weekend or something, please.

 

[GribbleGrunger]

I guess I'm asking this question now because I've seen it go down in price used.

It's a really good game. Buy it.

 

[Mathieran]

If you just like the idea of exploring different planets and upgrading your gear then it's worth at least 15-20 hours of playtime. I haven't played the new update yet but if you like building then that could add the value to you.

The ability to fly from one planet out into space the touchdown on another planet seamlessly is really awesome the first couple times and still enjoyable even after I put in probably about 40 hours.

Games probably not very expensive anymore but I think it's worth it for at least 30 dollars but I'm pretty sure I'm in the minority.

 

[Darth Smurf X]

I bought it at full price and do not feel ripped off at all. Especially after the last update. But, it's not for everyone.

 

[mediapulp_wes]

Got it for my son for Christmas for £15, he's 10. We've both sunk hours into it. I wasn't expecting to get anything out of it, but it's been a super chill experience (on normal mode) and turns out that was just what I was after to unwind with. The limits of their procedural generation are clear and the lack of emergent gameplay is also true, but it's still got something compelling about it that keeps me coming back.

 

[cwistofu]

The update was decent and people liked it before the update but it just depends on if you like exploration a lot.

NMS has exploration the way Chrono Cross has a meaningful cast of playable characters.

 

[Nerix]

Just bought it during the recent PSN sale for 25 EUR. I like exploration games, so I guess I'll wait one more update and will give it a go. Still busy with XCOM 2 and The Last Guardian.

 

[demogorgon]

it's amazing how they've still stayed silent for 7 months now pretty much. outside of 1 tweet

 

[Lashley]

I wouldn't say so

 

[superNESjoe]

I find absolutely nothing worthwhile or redeeming about No Man's Sky.

 

[T.O.P]

I guess I'm asking this question now because I've seen it go down in price used.

If it's 5$ go for it

 

[shnurgleton]

For $10, maybe.

 

[RaptorGTA]

No

 

[Lilseb93]

I think it's really boring.

It still hurts because It was such a cool concept.

 

[Ridesh]

Still?

 

[Ashtar]

It was never worth it but I'll sell you my barely used copy for 20 bucks

 

[eXistor]

They're pretty much polishing a turd. So i'd say maybe, if you like turds.

 

[GribbleGrunger]

Oh dear, I'm starting to want Hello games to make lots of money again ...

 

[eyeball_kid]

The Foundation update really improved the procedural generation engine for planet terrain. They look much more natural now. Stunning at times. For walking around exploring landscapes, it's a great chill experience. Space combat is okay, but could use improvements. If you're looking for more than that, I would wait until the next update drops. No one knows what will be in it though. I think the majority of complaints center around there not being enough short-term directed goals, like a job system. The base building added some missions, but in general you really have to make up your own goals as it currently stands.

 

[BrownieBrownBrown]

In my opinion, yes.

 

[Jocund]

Do not jump.

For another year at least

 

[onemanasylum]

Yes, it's not as bad, especially since the update as the backlash would lead you. Now it's cheap.

 

[GribbleGrunger]

Do not jump.

For another year at least

Tell me, how long did you last in Survival mode, how many quests have you completed for your base employees and how much of your base have you built?

 

[inky]

Was it ever worth it?

No.

 

[eagledare]

I enjoyed my first 25ish hours or so with the game but I always enjoyed it simply as a survival game and didn't expect too much. I think that's the key: low expectations. Like, super low.

 

[HeeHo]

I actually thought the game was fun at first. I would say it's worth it at a cheap price.

I was eagerly awaiting the foundation update but I had already platinumed the game and just didn't care anymore. I have not tried any of the base building even though I really wanted it.

I will probably come back after they add a bit more.

 

[PodcastFips]

I'd go as far as to say it was never worth it. You can pick it up when it's 10$ though.

 

[BluePigGanon]

If you like lonely exploration games.