Minecraft
While Minecraft is not set on a distant planet off in some galaxy, that doesn’t stop it from offering some of No Man’s Sky’s best features. Every time you start a new game in either you are dropped in a randomly generated area that will leave you lost and bewildered. There’s a real sense of discovery, especially early on, for both of these games that helps sells a sense of immersion.
Then there’s the obvious connection of visiting a gorgeous new area and completely devastating the natural landscape for resources. Yes, many other games have hopped onto the ‘mine an area for resources’ train, but both No Man’s Sky and Minecraft feel incredibly polished in this section. Minecraft surpasses No Man’s Sky in this mechanic, though, allowing for varied crafting and building options. If settling down after a hard day of mining is your style, Minecraft is definitely your choice.
