No Man’s Sky recently received another substantial update, World Part 1. This update is available not just for flat-screen users but also for those who enjoy VR space exploration.
The particular update has upped the antes when it comes to visual effects within the game, making the VR experience truly universal.
Planet exploration is a significant feature in space games like Starfield, but Bethesda’s action RPG game fails to match No Man’s Sky VR mode, and with the latest update, the latter one is a true victor in the genre, with fans calling it magical.
No Man’s Sky is on a Redemption Course After Abysmal Launch
No Man’s Sky faced a lot of criticism upon launch. While the vast universe was impressive, to say the least, players found the game repetitive.
The gameplay felt lackluster, and the procedural generation, while creating a massive world, led to the same repetitive experience. Moreover, players quickly recognized a finite number of core assets used to create planets and creatures.
However, the game has changed so much since its release. Hello Games is adamant about creating and giving free updates to the community, in which they address many of the issues.
The recent World Part 1 is a prime example as it brings a whole new life to exploration, and design, particularly for immersive VR gaming experience.
Fans are reveling in the changes, and this isn’t just about the rolling fog when landing on a planet, or finding out new flora and fauna, and whether changes in the atmosphere of every planet, but something that Starfield doesn’t have.
No Man’s Sky VR takes players through the entire journey from one planet to another without load times, unlike Starfield. This particular mechanic has struck a chord with fans as they are praising the game more than ever.
Fans Only Have Words of Praise for No Man’s Sky Update
The latest update has sparked fans within the community and fans only have words of praise for the VR version of No Man’s Sky.
One player in particular took to Twitter to express how awe-stricken they are rendering the game magical, particularly praising the transition between space exploration and landing on a planet all seen in VR.
Just got No Man’s Sky on sale to try the new update and this is actually magical in VR oh my god.
— Ameer (@SynthPotato) July 18, 2024
It’s fucking insane to be able to travel inbetween planets and land and everything running in VR without any load times??? pic.twitter.com/twLKzWipFZ
Another player agreed with the statement, calling the game an insane experience on PSVR 2 and in VR in general.
this game is INSANE on PSVR2 and in VR in general
— Paul Muad'dib TORTURED POET 🌿 (Taylor’s Version) (@ItzPaulHD_v1) July 18, 2024
like WOW
Players are also praising the developers of the game for their dedication to redemption as the update comes on the same day intended for flat-screen players.
I can’t believe it looks this good too? AND we get updates same day as flat screen users??
— Ameer (@SynthPotato) July 18, 2024
This is beyond impressive 😭
Hello Games is heavily dedicated to making their title a go-to game for space exploration buffs as every new update is an exemplary piece of what a game in the genre should be.
The rocky launch didn’t kill off their ideas and while procedural generation remains a core of the game, there is so much to do and find than ever before.
Starfield players will have to wait for Bethesda to implement similar mechanics in their giant-esque space RPG if and when it happens. Until then No Man’s Sky seems an unlike champion of the particular mechanic.
What are your thoughts on the latest update and space journey in VR? Let us know in the comments below.
