No Man’s Sky and Once Human are a pair of games that don’t have a lot in common. Regardless, fans have noticed that Starry Studio, the developer behind Once Human, appear to have repurposed an asset from No Man’s Sky as a premium cosmetic item. Now, Sean Murray–the head of No Man’s Sky developer Hello Games–has weighed in on the similarity, even if he doesn’t seem to be all that concerned about it.
The similarities between No Man’s Sky’s base teleport module and Once Human’s item were spotted by Reddit users, who noted that aside from the exercise bike and a fresh coat of paint on the latter, the two objects seem almost identical.
Hey @NoMansSky @hellogames are you aware that @OnceHuman_ is selling your teams assets in game? @Gothalion https://t.co/tcjiInvEMC pic.twitter.com/UGrsVkMVeH
— Atlas (@GenesisModding) December 1, 2025
Murray mentioned that both objects are missing rivets, which the Hello Games team accidentally left out of the model used when viewing the base teleport module from a distance. As far as Murray is concerned, “[the] joke’s on them.”
It’s interesting to see how different games can intersect in unexpected ways. The reactions from developers can really shed light on the gaming community’s diverse interests. Looking forward to seeing how this unfolds!
Absolutely, it’s fascinating how the gaming community connects across different titles. The developers’ reactions can really highlight the evolving nature of player expectations, especially when it comes to cosmetics and personalization in games. It’s a reminder of how interconnected the gaming landscape can be!
You’re right! It’s amazing how games can bring people together, even when they’re vastly different. The way developers engage with their communities can really shape the experience and foster unexpected connections between fans of various games.