The highly anticipated action-adventure survival game, "No Man's Sky," has finally landed on the Mac platform.
The game's release on Steam marks a significant milestone for the studio Hello Games, and fans can expect even more surprises from the developers soon.
What We Know
MacRumors tells us that Apple enthusiasts may recall the announcement made at last year's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), where Apple revealed its plans to make "No Man's Sky" available for both iPad and Mac by the end of 2022.
Unfortunately, Hello Games missed that deadline. However, the wait is over, as the Mac version is now officially available.
Sean Murray, the founder of Hello Games, teased fans earlier this week with the promise of two Apple-related announcements.
Today, Murray seemingly confirmed that the Mac launch is one of the two revelations, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the second announcement, which is expected to follow shortly.
Incredibly proud of the pace of the team on No Man's Sky right now.
— Sean Murray (@NoMansSky) June 1, 2023
Our last update for No Man’s Sky, Interceptor was just a few weeks ago. Fractal was just six weeks ago before that! 💪💪 pic.twitter.com/g9lqeMTZY6
Speculations Remain
Speculation is rife regarding this mystery announcement, with many predicting that the highly anticipated release of "No Man's Sky" for the iPad could be the surprise in question.
After all, this title was unveiled alongside the Mac version during last year's WWDC. However, there is also a tantalizing suggestion that Hello Games may be developing a game specifically for Apple's forthcoming mixed-reality headset.
Industry insiders widely anticipate an announcement about this new device at the upcoming WWDC, scheduled to take place in less than a week.
"No Man's Sky" has already made a splash in the virtual reality (VR) world, with availability on multiple platforms such as PC and PlayStation VR.
During the demonstration at last year's WWDC, the game was showcased on a Mac featuring the powerful M1 chip.
An Exciting Beginning for Apple Mixed Reality Gaming
Apple and Hello Games have enjoyed a fruitful collaboration, as evidenced by their partnership in publishing games on Apple Arcade.
Given their ongoing discussions and cooperation, it is not far-fetched to imagine "No Man's Sky" is among the initial wave of games available for Apple's mixed-reality headset.
While initial rumors suggested that Apple's headset might not primarily focus on gaming, prominent journalist Mark Gurman of Bloomberg has repeatedly emphasized gaming, media, and communication as the device's three main priorities.
Moreover, Apple has reportedly been actively assisting game developers in adapting their existing content for mixed reality. Anticipating the headset's launch, the tech giant is expected to provide a comprehensive set of developer tools for creating immersive experiences.
For now, Mac users can rejoice in the availability of "No Man's Sky" on Steam. The game is set to make its debut on the Mac App Store in the coming days, allowing even more players to embark on their thrilling intergalactic adventures.
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