Eight years following the contentious release of Howdy Games’ flagship title, Steam user sentiment has consistently trended upward, ultimately solidifying the game’s position as a beloved classic. Recently, All Opinions achieved a groundbreaking milestone by registering a “Very Optimistic” sentiment for the first time ever. As of this writing, with a staggering 248,701 consumer opinions tallied, the space-faring title enjoys an overwhelming thumbs-up consensus.
Ultimately, the transformation was not solely attributed to the passage of time and the power of forgiveness, as Howdy Games had consistently rolled out major updates one after another. In a recent tweet, engine programmer Martin Griffiths reflected on the importance of perseverance, highlighting the value of “trying again when initial attempts fail.”
After reflecting on the post-launch feedback, Studio founder Sean Murray shared his thoughts with Griffiths, expressing gratitude for the synchronicity between their expectations. The ranking holds immense significance to him, and while the team is far from finished, he remains optimistic about their progress.
As the scope of Howdy Games’ accomplishments continues to grow, it’s remarkable to reflect on all that has been achieved thus far – mechs, derelicts, underwater base-building, dwelling ships, fishing, ship salvaging, corrupted planets, and a Sentinel revamp, among many other innovations. The game has comprehensively revamped its planetary era, wind simulation, water features, and ongoing enhancements to visual fidelity, further bolstered by the inclusion of 8K support on the PlayStation 5 Pro.
The critically acclaimed space exploration game No Man’s Sky is now available on a wide range of platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and even the Nintendo Switch.
Growing up in a small yet resilient city in South Wales, I was blessed with parents who instilled in me the values of perseverance and determination from an early age.
Following the initial launch, I met with Sean at a pub in Guildford to discuss every aspect.
— Martin Griffiths (@Griff_)
