Speculations have said that "No Man's Sky" may be delayed anew due to a copyright issue. However, developer Hello Games clarified that the game is still on track for next month's release.
Sean Murray of Hello Games clarified on Twitter that "'No Man's Sky' doesn't actually use this 'superformula' thing or infringe a patent. This is a non-story... everybody chill." Murray's statement is an answer to a concern that the upcoming space exploration title uses a similar algorithm as a licensed "superformula" from a Dutch company called Genicap. According to Genicap spokesperson Jeroen Sparrow, Murray admitted in a previous interview to using the formula.
The spokesperson added, "If Hello Games used our technology, at some stage we will have to get to the table."
When Hello Games unveiled "No Man's Sky," it boasted procedurally generated worlds, meaning no two worlds will be alike. This adds depth and scope to the game, making the developer claim "No Man's Sky" as a vast, almost-infinite world. It is scheduled for release on Aug. 9.
The worry of fans about the roll-out date for "No Man's Sky" is understandable. Previously, it was expected that the title was tipped for a late 2015 release. However, Hello Games said they needed time to polish the title, and the release date was set for June 21. Prior to the mid-2016 release, though, Murray and his team went and announced another delay, marking an August release for "No Man's Sky."
Meanwhile, anticipating no delays to the Aug. 9 release, more confirmed details are coming out. According to Gamespot, it is now confirmed that "No Man's Sky" will have a trade and upgrade systems. In addition, the menus for the trade and upgrades look similar to another game, the first-person shooter "Destiny" from Bungie.
