A couple of weeks ago, Sony began revealing the four pillars that come together to create No Man's Sky. The videos have revealed short gameplay blips of exploration, battling and trade, and now, we officially have our look at survival, the fourth and last pillar of the space exploration game.
Of course, surviving in space isn't easy – you never know what hostile creatures or environments the planet you are on will have and how horrible it will be.
Here's what Sony had to say about the video:
While some planets are beautiful and serene, many have extreme conditions that make survival difficult. Some planets will have extreme temperatures – from freezing lows to scorching highs – while others are drenched in toxic rain, heavily irradiated or completely submerged.
For the unprepared, surviving on planets with extremes will be a challenge. Every second spent exposed in the elements will chip away at your protective shielding, which can be restored by taking shelter or expending resources to recharge it. By upgrading your suit’s technologies, you can survive harsh climates for longer, run faster, jump higher and explore for longer.
Whether you die under the claws of a creature, by the lasers of a space pirate or just succumb to the elements, death will have a real impact on your progress. Resources will be lost and technology damaged as your body is regenerated at your last save point, so make sure to put up a fight!
No Man's Sky is set to release on August 9th for North American based PS4 gamers and on August 12th for PC players.
