Explore the tumultuous journey of Hello Games' "No Man's Sky" in this 19-minute GDC Main Stage session from 2019. Gain insights into the intense and dramatic launch of one of 2016's most ambitious and anticipated games. Discover how a small, unlikely team navigated the challenges of releasing an innovative and polarizing title amidst an increasingly vocal gaming landscape. Learn about the team's determination and passion that led to record player numbers and positive reception, even among initial detractors. Delve into topics such as handling feedback, effective communication strategies, and the importance of focusing on actions rather than words when facing adversity. Understand the power of perseverance in game development and the reasons behind creating games in this candid and open discussion.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
No Mans Sky
Feedback
Communication
Why Games
Taught by
GDC