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NO MAN'S SKY: ORBITAL UPDATE – MAJOR CHANGES
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NO MAN'S SKY: ORBITAL UPDATE – MAJOR CHANGES

Mar 27, 2024 2:00 PM

The latest major update for No Man's Sky, titled Orbital, has been announced by Hello Games, marking the game's 27th significant upgrade. With the previous update focusing on the Omega expedition, the latest brings a complete transformation to the Space Stations, enhancing both their interiors and exteriors. Now, these stations have become procedurally generated entities that offer vastness and diversity unlike anything seen before in the game.

Significant features include a new ship editor, allowing deep customization, which has been a highly requested feature by the community. Players can find and trade parts to design their ideal starship. Additionally, the Orbital update also introduces a Guild system that enriches the in-game community experience. Moreover, owning and commanding a fleet of frigates, sending them on missions, and engaging in rescue operations add fresh dimensions to the game.

Along with these updates, improvements to the game's engine and user interface have been implemented. This comprehensive update touches on several aspects that fans have been hoping for, and Hello Games has expressed that there are more plans in store for No Man's Sky throughout the year. The game studio is currently busy developing its next title, Light No Fire, which promises adventure, building, survival, and exploration on a fantasy planet as vast as Earth.

What new gameplay activities does the No Man's Sky Orbital update offer?

The No Man's Sky Orbital update introduces new shops, varied gameplay activities, a complete overhaul of space stations, a ship customization feature, and a new Guild system, enhancing the community and reputation elements within the game. Players can also engage in frigate fleet management, complete with rescue missions.

Background Information: No Man's Sky is a game developed by Hello Games that initially launched in 2016. It is an exploration survival game set in a sprawling, procedurally-generated universe. The game has received numerous updates since release, continuously adding new features and improving the gameplay experience. The community around No Man's Sky has been particularly active, playing an essential part in shaping the game's development through their feedback and diverse player experiences.



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