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Ever since we got our first peek back at VGX 2013, No Man’s Sky has been one of our most hotly anticipated releases. Developed by Hello Games, a small British studio known for creating Joe Danger, this massive procedurally generated galaxy offers a level of visual splendor that makes it stand out among a sea of indies vying for attention. Now that the game is on store shelves, it’s time to see just how well it holds up.

Unfortunately, most outlets haven’t spent very much time with the game just yet. Sure, some early copies of the game made it out to the public, but the day-one patch was only made available this week. Don’t expect to see many final review scores for the next couple of days, but you can read about the early experiences with the game over at IGN’s review in progress.

From what we’ve seen, the first impressions run the gamut from distaste to love at first sight. Where you’ll fall on the spectrum will likely depend on your expectations and personal preferences. If you were banking on No Man’s Sky being the single greatest video game of this generation, you’ll probably end up disappointed. On the other hand, if you’re just looking to explore new worlds, collect tons of resources, and fly around a beautiful galaxy, early reports point to this being $60 well spent.

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