Eight years after launch, No Man’s Sky will get computer-generated area stations which might be completely different every time

No Man’s Sky continues to be getting main updates. Developer Good day Video games’ “Orbital” replace, due Wednesday, provides procedurally generated area stations (in order that they’ll be completely different each time), a ship editor and a Guild system to the almost eight-year-old area exploration sim.

Up till now, area stations have been one of many few elements of No Man’s Sky that weren’t created and randomized by algorithms as one thing actually distinctive. That modifications with right now’s replace, which makes use of recreation engine upgrades to “create huge inside areas and exterior areas, with improved reflection and metallic surfaces.”

The stations’ broader scale shall be evident from the surface, whereas their interiors will embrace new retailers, gameplay and issues to do. Good day Video games describes them as being “uniquely custom-made” primarily based on their digital inhabitants’ system, race and locale.

Contained in the stations, you’ll discover the brand new ship editor. Good day Video games says it beforehand withheld ship customization to take care of the title’s give attention to exploration. (If gamers may construct any ship they needed at any time, it may destroy a number of the enjoyable of scouting out present ones to purchase in-game.) In that spirit, you’ll nonetheless want to gather, commerce and salvage the elements to construct yours the way you prefer it.

The sport’s upgraded Guild system, additionally in right now’s replace, makes factions an even bigger a part of the expertise. You’ll find new Guild envoys on area stations, the place you may be a part of the membership, get provides and valuable commodities and donate to spice up your standing within the group.

Fleets are getting higher, too. With right now’s replace, you may ship your frigate fleet on away missions — and in the event that they run into hassle, you may swoop in and save the day. It feels like a enjoyable nuance to assist scratch anybody’s area fantasy itch.

No Man’s Sky homeowners can set up the Orbital replace — additionally together with engine enhancements, a UI refresh and “far more” — right now.