4 Games like No Man's Sky on Nintendo Switch that you should try

On paper it is what No Man's Sky is — exploration and discovery, a sandbox world, and single-player focus — though the resemblance is mostly at that level. Both also lean on a first-person view. The distance is in tone and setting — its own ground is dark, oppressive atmosphere and fantasy world.

Same family as No Man's Sky: strong narrative focus, a sandbox world and single-player focus. Both also lean on crafting mechanics. The distance is in setting and visuals — its own ground is a relaxing pace and a medieval setting.

On paper it is what No Man's Sky is — a sandbox world, single-player focus and crafting mechanics — though the resemblance is mostly at that level. The common ground extends to a first-person view. Where the two diverge is tone and world: a casual, approachable feel and resource management.

Shelved next to No Man's Sky for good reason: strong narrative focus, a sandbox world and single-player focus. The common ground extends to crafting mechanics. Where the two diverge is setting and visuals: punishing difficulty and a cartoon aesthetic.