You can colonize planets with friends, though permissions can be finicky if the original owner is offline. The Co-op Reality
These time-limited community events are the game's highlight, forcing players into shared starting areas for a "survival-lite" race across the stars.
This cross-platform hub lets you meet strangers, join teams, and embark on "Nexus" missions together.
While the game advertises co-op, it is often described as "playing solo together."
In 2026, is a vibrant, infinite playground that has finally realized its multiplayer potential, though it still carries some of its "lonely space" DNA. The Social Universe
The multiplayer experience has evolved from simple "ghosts" into a full-scale social hub.