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[JoeBoy101]

Would now be a good time to jump into this game on Steam? I think it might, although I could wait for further updates.

This will probably be the first game I'll play on my new laptop that'll flex it's GTX 1060 at Ultra settings. excited

For $24? Yeah. It's worth it for that, even before this update. Before getting my hands on the newest update, I put it's value proposition right around $25-$30 (pre-patches I had it around $15). With this new patch, it seems like an easy $10 to $15 gain, with potential for more.

That all said, I doubt you'll see it get under $24, so its a good time to pull the trigger. You could wait for more updates, but they're going to be updating this game for either years or until they close.

So I haven't played since the first few weeks after maxing out my ship/suit/gun. Is it feasible to pickup up where I left off and experience all the new stuff or would I have to start from scratch?

Based on the patch notes, I'd recommend people restart if they can stomach losing the progress. The game does convert your save game from where its at, but it sounds like bases and employees are glitching from it. Plus it will regenerate (aka recreate) some planets you previously discovered. Better to just start cold, IMO. I'm going to be losing more than a few hours too (little over 20 I think), but with the story enhancements, I'd like the intended plot line course.

 

[Lan_97]

So I haven't played since the first few weeks after maxing out my ship/suit/gun. Is it feasible to pickup where I left off and experience all the new stuff or would I have to start from scratch?

 

[clarknova156]

No Man's Sky is fixing its issues via free updates, whereas Destiny did it by addressing issues in its (paid for) expansion packs.

Obviously there are other differences but that's one factor for sure.

Another point : Destiny was still fun broken. No Man's Sky was not.

 

[Ducktail]

On reddit, some are saying you can't recruit new people either at space stations. The game thinks your missing workers are still there at your base. Hopefully it gets fixed.

The clouds are also glitched on PS4.

Guess it's time to re-roll...

 

[ChackanKun]

Sorry, what's your goal?

If you want 60fps and you have a 4k display you need to force the PS4 to only output at 1080p, then turn off frame lock in NMS.

Thanks, that is what I wanted to know

 

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[belvedere]

Anyone on PC confirm there's already a patch released?

 

[MattAces]

Man, the story is actually gripping.

Spoiler

Met Altas for the "first" time after stepping through the portal. That planet was fucking fascinating, whatever it was.

Are you on creative mode too? How are people activating portals everywhere.

 

[kraspkibble]

Anyone on PC confirm there's already a patch released?

yep it's up for me on steam (uk)

 

[TheSpoiler]

I guess a NMS thread will always have these hyperbole drama posts...

They have added so much cool shit to this game but it will never be enough for some.

Did you read his post or were you so happy to shut down criticism that you forgot what context was?

 

[Flipyap]

Wow just wow.

Decided to start a new base since I was told everything was refunded (or at least mostly) and that all the stuff in your banks would be to.

NOPE.

Lost everything in my storage containers.

Just wonderful. This update has been one kick to the balls after another.

Stuff in storage doesn't get refunded, it stays in storage. Have you built new containers?

 

[Rhaknar]

played about an hour until I got off the first planet after all the repairs and shit.

I liked it. Quite a bit in fact. /shrug

how do you get in space stations, I ran into one but it was a solid black block and I saw no entrances

 

[PepperedHam]

Another point : Destiny was still fun broken. No Man's Sky was not.

Standing in front of a loot cave to farm engrams because of their tediously broken light level system was not fun dawg.

 

[belvedere]

yep it's up for me on steam (uk)

Awesome. So how many days do us PS owners have to wait on certification?

 

[JoeBoy101]

Did you read his post or were you so happy to shut down criticism that you forgot what context was?

Yeah, I got to agree with your sentiment there. Losing progress is never fun and amplified with how long you put into it. I'm loving what I'm seeing with the patch, but can empathize with Kalentan's position.

Awesome. So how many days do us PS owners have to wait on certification?

Pretty sure that PS owners got the patch first. Or are you talking about the patch to the patch?

how do you get in space stations, I ran into one but it was a solid black block and I saw no entrances

Its there, its just small considering the overall size of the station. Look for a beam of blue light from one of the sides. That's the hangar bay.

 

[DukeLongfellow]

Are you on creative mode too? How are people activating portals everywhere.

No. My old normal save.

Slight gameplay spoiler:

Spoiler

During the main storyline, you get a mission to search for something. To find it you need to activate a Portal. However, this one was activated for story purposes on its own, without much input from me.

 

[Rain City Gamer]

Anyone on PC have i7 7700 + 1080GTX? I want to know how it runs and if it would possible for it to run 4k / 60fps.

thanks!

 

[Mathieran]

Whew this patch certainly exceeded my expectations. Sounds pretty enjoyable so far. I think I'm gonna wait a week or two before trying it, so they can have a chance to iron out some of the bugs.

 

[Aeroglyphics]

Wow just wow.

Decided to start a new base since I was told everything was refunded (or at least mostly) and that all the stuff in your banks would be to.

NOPE.

Lost everything in my storage containers.

Just wonderful. This update has been one kick to the balls after another.

If you place the storage containers back down your stuff should still be inside.

 

[adamsapple]

Also, you know, 30 hours of new story content, missions, voice over IP etc.

Well shit .. probably the best time to open my copy and finally play this game.

 

[belvedere]

Pretty sure that PS owners got the patch first. Or are you talking about the patch to the patch?

Right, the post patch patch.

 

[kraspkibble]

Awesome. So how many days do us PS owners have to wait on certification?

i have it on PS4 too and the update downloaded earlier for me. in fact i played 1.3 on PS4 before i even bought the PC version

 

[JoeBoy101]

Right, the post patch patch.

Not the pre-patch to the post-patch patch?

Spoiler

I got steam, so I have no idea. Doesn't sound like it.

 

[Pattycakes]

Has NMS fixed their soiled reputation with this update?

 

[belvedere]

i have it on PS4 too and the update downloaded earlier for me. in fact i played 1.3 on PS4 before i even bought the PC version

Yeah, sorry didn't mean the main 1.3 patch. There's been an incremental patch with fixes already on PC. Was wondering how long us PS users would have to wait.

Has NMS fixed their soiled reputation with this update?

Ask one of the other unimaginative tourists who've already posted the exact same, incoherent thing!

 

[13ruce]

I am at home time to put the disc in my ps4 and instal + update.

Going to visit my father for a few hours first anyway can't wait to play after!

 

[Aeroglyphics]

Yeah, sorry didn't mean the main 1.3 patch. There's been an incremental patch with fixes already on PC. Was wondering how long us PS users would have to wait.



Ask one of the other unimaginative tourists who've already posted the exact same, incoherent thing!

I think that stuff has to go through Sony cert, might be a little bit.

 

[Pattycakes]

Ask one of the other unimaginative tourists who've already posted the exact same, incoherent thing!

Yeah, I imagine it's a common question, but I am legit curious. To me, they have, but I am curious what the public opinion will be.

 

[theWB27]

Landed on a planet that looks like it has giant floating swords. Rich with iron.

 

[0racle]

You guys are killing me ! I need to know does this have 21x9 widescreen for PC? Or does it stretch the image ?

 

[5taquitos]

Yeah, I imagine it's a common question, but I am legit curious. To me, they have, but I am curious what the public opinion will be.

If they've fixed their reputation in your eyes, then your post just comes across as straight concern trolling.

 

[Rhaknar]

how do you get in space stations, I ran into one but it was a solid black block and I saw no entrances

anyone?

 

[2blackcats]

anyone?

There should be an entrance on one side.

Get in close enough and auto pilot takes over.

 

[SomTervo]

So how does the crashed ship mechanic work now? Are they easier to find, harder?

I need to know.

Found one within minutes of leaving my starting position and it's much better balanced.

 

[Aeroglyphics]

anyone?

One of the sides should have a yellow ray of light. Fly towards the light.

 

[Hawk269]

How is PC performance after the patch? Pre-patch it struggled at 4k and would drop from 60 down to 30 a lot with a TitanXP and 3930k OC to 4.8. Won't be able to get the patch since I am away for work, just curious if it runs a bit better?

 

[Rhaknar]

One of the sides should have a yellow ray of light. Fly towards the light.

There should be an entrance on one side.

Get in close enough and auto pilot takes over.

cheers

 

[OuterLimits]

Survival is much easier. My starter planet is a cold one and my hazard protection falls at the same rate at night. Before, it depleted twice as quick.

Also, buildings and save beacons are everywhere. I'm seeing those green question marks every two to three minutes of walking. Not a big fan of this as I preferred the buildings more sparse. Now it seems to be similar to what it was at release. Not much point in using resources and building your own save beacon now.

You can also summon your ship from anywhere(if it doesn't need repairs)

Overall I like many of the added features. It's unfortunate Survival mode is much easier now though.

 

[belvedere]

Found one within minutes of leaving my starting position and it's much better balanced.

Awesome, did you have to use a transmission tower or did you just spot it randomly?

Life was much easier when we could scan from them with signal scanners.

 

[Netherscourge]

Use the terrain manipulator to excavate buried resources in the region.

Does that mean we don't need to blast the ground with grenades anymore to open up caves and whatnot?

 

[MADGAME]

Sandworms confirmed? Is this real?

https://www.reddit.com/r/NoMansSkyTheGame/comments/6t3qid/giant_sandworms_confirmed/

 

[stressboy]

My base is now on a toxic planet and is floating... Oh well. I am going to start a fresh game. Only thing I will really miss is my star destroyer shaped freighter.

 

[8byte]

Sandworms confirmed? Is this real?

https://www.reddit.com/r/NoMansSkyTheGame/comments/6t3qid/giant_sandworms_confirmed/

Probably not a sandworm. Seen creatures similar to that, they hop around on a flat base, but when they're stationary they "look" like they're coming out of the terrain.

 

[VindictiveGnome]

I'm enjoying jumping back into this on my PS4. Does the PC version hold any advantages? Would it be worth it to switch platforms before I get too invested? Nvidia 770 here with 16gb of RAM and a AMD 8350.

 

[ChackanKun]

LOL started a new game. My first planet has Emiril EVERYWHERE.

Lucky start

 

[Miniature Kaiju]

When playing these games that rely heavily on proc gen, it's always best to assume any update will break shit and that you'll probably have to restart over and over.

Anyone starting now should keep in mind that you might have to start again with 1.4.

 

[bitbydeath]

So I haven't played since the first few weeks after maxing out my ship/suit/gun. Is it feasible to pickup where I left off and experience all the new stuff or would I have to start from scratch?

I'm in the same boat and feel I'll get more out of it if I start over.

 

[kraspkibble]

I'm enjoying jumping back into this on my PS4. Does the PC version hold any advantages? Would it be worth it to switch platforms before I get too invested? Nvidia 770 here with 16gb of RAM and a AMD 8350.

better visuals. 60fps. higher resolutions. mod support.

i played originally on PS4 (slim) and just moved to PC with 1.3. no going back now. the difference is huge.

 

[OmNomKnight]

Has anyone figured out if there are better/quicker ways to make money in this update?

 

[Netherscourge]

Sandworms confirmed? Is this real?

https://www.reddit.com/r/NoMansSkyTheGame/comments/6t3qid/giant_sandworms_confirmed/

:O

Go give it a hug and let us know what happens.