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gaming1 year ago

No Man's Sky Achieves 'Very Positive' Steam Rating 8 Years Post-Launch

Hello Games' No Man's Sky has achieved a 'very positive' rating on Steam, eight years after its initial 'overwhelmingly negative' reception due to unmet expectations and lack of content. The developer has consistently updated the game, gradually improving its rating over the years. This milestone is celebrated by the team and its community, marking a significant turnaround in player sentiment. Hello Games continues to develop No Man's Sky while also working on a new project, Light No Fire.

gaming1 year ago

"No Man's Sky 5.0: Major Update Revamps Planets and VR Experience"

Hello Games has announced the Worlds Part 1 update for No Man’s Sky, featuring major visual enhancements and new gameplay elements inspired by their upcoming game, Light No Fire. The update includes advanced water effects, dynamic weather, new flora and fauna, and a new community-driven Expedition inspired by Starship Troopers. Sean Murray hinted at more updates to come, emphasizing the significant technological advancements being integrated into the game.

gaming-news1 year ago

Sean Murray Teases Mysterious New Content for No Man's Sky

Hello Games' co-founder Sean Murray has been teasing fans on Twitter with Earth emojis, sparking speculation about upcoming news for their open-world survival RPG, Light No Fire. The game, first announced at the 2023 Game Awards, is set on a fantasy planet the size of Earth and combines RPG depth with survival sandbox freedom. Fans are eagerly awaiting more concrete information.

gaming1 year ago

"No Man's Sky's Slow but Steady Climb: Celebrating a 1% Improvement in Steam Reviews"

Sean Murray, head of Hello Games, celebrated No Man's Sky's 1% improvement in its "All Reviews" rating on Steam, noting the increasing difficulty of earning each point as more reviews are added. With nearly 224,000 reviews, the game's redemption arc and its developer's reputation make an 80% score less existentially important, unlike for more obscure developers. The studio's upcoming RPG, Light No Fire, is anticipated to have a shorter path to acclaim, with Murray's grandiose claims and the game's success already setting high expectations.

gaming2 years ago

"Sean Murray's New Year's Vow: No More Interviews"

Sean Murray, known for the game No Man's Sky, has decided to avoid interviews as a New Year's resolution after announcing a new game, Light No Fire, to prevent overhyping and potential backlash. Despite some fans expressing concern that a lack of communication might diminish their interest, Hello Games supports Murray's decision, emphasizing the importance of his well-being over promotional activities. This comes after Murray and the team faced significant pressure and even threats from fans during the launch of No Man's Sky. Hello Games has limited Murray's public statements to ensure a more controlled message about the upcoming game.

gaming2 years ago

"Light No Fire: The Open World Game Challenging Expectations"

Hello Games, the developer of No Man's Sky, has announced a new survival adventure game called Light No Fire, which promises to offer a truly planet-sized open world environment. According to Hello Games founder Sean Murray, the game aims to create an Earth-like planet with real mountains that are taller than Everest. Light No Fire is described as "the first real open world" without boundaries, allowing players to live out their adventures together. Despite the mixed reactions to No Man's Sky, Hello Games' continuous updates and expansions have raised hopes for a special gaming experience with Light No Fire.

gaming2 years ago

"Hello Games Unveils Light No Fire: An Epic Open-World Game Simulating Earth's Size"

Hello Games, the developers behind No Man's Sky, are working on a new open-world game called Light No Fire, which promises a massive fantasy world for players to explore together. The game, described as a survival role-playing game, features anthropomorphic creatures on a fellowship-style journey across a vast wilderness. While the release date and platforms are unknown, the game appears to be as ambitious as No Man's Sky, with MMO-style multiplayer from the start. Despite the small development team, fans are excited to see what Hello Games has in store.

gaming2 years ago

"No Man's Sky" Launches on Mac, Boosting Expectations for Apple's VR Headset at WWDC.

No Man's Sky is now available for Mac on Steam, with another surprise from Hello Games to follow soon. The game was originally announced for Mac and iPad at WWDC last year, but missed its deadline. Hello Games founder Sean Murray teased two upcoming Apple-related announcements earlier this week, with the launch for Mac being one of them. The second announcement is speculated to be the release of No Man's Sky for iPad or a game for Apple's mixed-reality headset, which is expected to be announced at WWDC. No Man's Sky is already available on multiple VR platforms and is among the initial wave of games expected to be available on Apple's mixed-reality headset.