
Reviewed October 2, 2026
No Man's Sky grew from a troubled 2016 launch into the ultimate space sandbox. Huge free updates, 18 quintillion procedurally generated planets and endless ways to play make it a must for space adventure fans, even if its NPCs still feel lifeless.
- A near limitless sandbox where you choose your own role
- Over 18 quintillion procedurally generated planets across 256 galaxies
- Huge free updates since launch, with no microtransactions
- NPCs are still lifeless
- The game explains little, so the early hours can feel lost
- Inventory and crafting menus can be fiddly
You should buy this if:
You love space adventure and want a sandbox where you decide what to do, whether that is exploring, building, trading, fighting or just relaxing. If you need a tightly scripted story or a game that guides you step by step, this may not be for you.








