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Many gamers are all too familiar with that fix bugs or add features that didn't quite make it in time for certification or shipping. However, the first-day patch will be... more substantial. Hello Games has that the 1.03 update arriving on NMS' will make fundamental changes to how the game plays. Most notably, there are now three "paths" to follow in the game -- choices you make early on will determine what you see later. There's also a deeper trading system, new combat mechanics (such as a revamped on-the-ground aiming method and critical hit systems in space fights) and even new universe and planet generation criteria. If you're one of the few to have scored a copy pre-launch, you may be in for a shock.
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