Sean Murray, the head of the game studio Hello Games, has been dropping hints on social media about a big update coming to No Man’s Sky. Fans are buzzing with excitement and speculating about what the mysterious messages could mean. Some are predicting a universal reset of the game or a possible reveal of Light No Fire, a fantasy MMO announced last year.
On July 12, Murray tweeted an Earth emoji, followed by more emojis showing different rotations of the planet in the days that followed. This cryptic communication has sparked a flurry of theories and wishlists from players. Some are hoping for new features like rotating planets or enhanced procedural generation technology, while others are bracing for the possibility of a complete game reset.
The idea of starting fresh in a new reality is both thrilling and daunting for longtime players who have invested significant time and effort into building in No Man’s Sky. While resets have happened before, they are usually preceded by ample warning. It seems unlikely that Hello Games would go to such extremes without preparation, leading many to believe that the upcoming update will focus on reworking core elements of the game.
In addition to speculation about No Man’s Sky, fans are also considering the possibility of Light No Fire being involved in the upcoming announcement. The ambitious RPG project, announced over a year ago, has been shrouded in mystery since its reveal. Some are convinced that this could be the moment for Light No Fire to take center stage, potentially with a new trailer or deeper dive planned for Gamescom next month.
As the eighth anniversary of No Man’s Sky’s original launch approaches in August, the timing seems perfect for a game-changing update. Whether it’s custom space stations, new planets, or a complete overhaul of gameplay mechanics, players are eagerly anticipating what Sean Murray and Hello Games have in store for them. Stay tuned for more updates as the speculation continues to grow.