No Mans Sky: Everything you need to explore distant galaxies and chart the stars (2024)

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  • No Man's Sky Atlas Pass
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There have been so many changes and updates made to No Man's Sky that the entire game has been overhauled, making it almost unrecognisable from the game that launched in 2016. That presents the perfect opportunity for a No Man's Sky guide to help refresh your knowledge of galactic exploration, as well as explaining any new features that have been introduced. There are new mechanics and systems to master, and plenty of new features to keep track of, and that's why we're here with our guide to No Man's Sky – taking you through a suite of guidance to ensure you never find yourself completely lost in space.

No Man's Sky Review

No Man's Sky Review

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Our No Man's Sky review should be your first port of call if you're looking to see if you should pick this game up. Regardless of whether this is your first time or you're looking to revisit the game after its disappointing launch, our review covers both angles and will inform you whether it's worth another look in almost three years after its initial release.

No Man's Sky Tips

No Man's Sky Tips

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Now you know how the game is shaping up after multiple updates, you're going to want some No Man's Sky tips to help you become more efficient as you scour the galaxy for resources. From base building to Atlas Seeds, we run through some of the game's less obvious systems that should answer some of your first probing questions.

No Man's Sky cheats

No Man's Sky Cheats

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If you want to make space exploration a bit easier for yourself, then some No Man's Sky cheats could really help you out. Our guide has got the lowdown on whether it's possible to cheat on PS4, Xbox One, or PC.

No Man's Sky hidden mechanics

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There are a number of No Man's Sky hidden mechanics that you might want to come to terms with early so you can take advantage of them during your play through. The game is fairly light on the tutorial side in some places, putting the emphasis on exploration, so it will still come in handy to read up on some of the more obscure systems in the game, like alien languages and camera filters.

How to make money fast in No Man's Sky

How to make money fast in No Man's Sky

Hey big spender. You probably want to know how to make money fast in No Man's Sky, especially if you're seeking to purchase only the finest ships and equipment for your galactic voyages. Check out our guide which shows you how to barter better with the aliens, hustle star ships and uh... find eggs?

No Man's Sky How to Save

No Man's Sky How to Save

Strangely in No Man’s Sky, how to save is not an obvious process and if you don't get it right then you could accidentally lose a chunk of progress. The game currently doesn't explain this very well, which is why we've got advice on the two main ways to save so you can shut down your session with confidence.

No Man's Sky Storage

No Man's Sky Storage

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As you run around planets harvesting materials and resources, one of the main issues you'll encounter is running out of No Man's Sky storage space to keep everything in. There are various ways you can get more storage and increase the room in your inventory, so well show you what you need to do.

No Man's Sky Free Freighter

No Man's Sky Free Freighter

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Acquiring a No Man's Sky free Freighter should be a no-brainer for any keen explorer. First off, who doesn't want a badass spaceship home base where you can store items and conduct important business meetings! Check out our guide to find out how to pick one up without spending all of your precious units. It's cheeky but it's worth it!

No Man's Sky Multiplayer

No Man's Sky Multiplayer

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Players can now take part in No Man's Sky multiplayer sessions following the NEXT update, after the initial promise stumbled many moons ago around the game's launch. However, the game still leaves the ins and outs of multiplayer unexplained, which is why you should read our handy guide to find out what is shared (and more importantly, what isn't.)

No Man's Sky Antimatter

No Man's Sky Antimatter

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If you want to get out and explore the galaxy, you're going to need a supply of No Man’s Sky Antimatteras it's a vital component of the Warp Cells used for Hyperdrive travel. This material doesn't occur naturally, but we'll show you how you can craft it or find it in certain locations.

No Man's Sky Atlas Pass

No Man's Sky Atlas Pass

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Trying to figure out the No Man's Sky Atlas Pass system can be tricky, especially when most of their functionality remains unexplained. Simply put, they help you get behind locked doors in the buildings and space stations you find throughout the world. It's very important to grab them as they often lead to great loot, so check out our guide on how to find and use each tier of Atlas Pass.

No Man's Sky Chromatic Metal

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Finding valuable No Man's Sky Chromatic Metal can be the key to unlocking base-building capabilities and completing late-game crafting recipes. Unfortunately, it's one of the new resources added to the game with the NEXT update that is a pain to find. Read our guide and we'll show you a surefire process to smelting this resource so you can craft to your heart's content.

No Man's Sky Technology Modules

No Man's Sky Technology Modules

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One of the most important resources in the game are No Man's Sky Technology Modules. They help you repair weapon components, ships and equipment, but they're also incredibly hard to find. They cost a ton of units and rely on the player finding technology to dismantle if they can't afford it, so read our guide and we'll show you the best methods for finding Technology Modules in No Man's Sky.

Best No Man's Sky Bases

Best No Man's Sky Bases

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Creative players have built some of the best No Man's Sky bases, and we feel it's our prerogative to show you some of their finest creations.From unfinished busts of Homer Simpson's head to fully liveable Daleks, things get fairly absurd, but hopefully it will provide some inspiration when you're trying to make your mark on the galaxy.

Best No Man's Sky Mods

Best No Man's Sky Mods

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To make your experience as smooth as possible, or add some extra features, you may want to check out our list of the best No Man's Sky mods. They're fairly straightforward to install, and can mitigate some of the game's more annoying issues, like increasing fuel efficiency and muting those pesky radiation warnings.

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No Mans Sky: Everything you need to explore distant galaxies and chart the stars (2024)

FAQs

How do you explore other galaxies in no man's sky? ›

Travelling to other galaxies
  1. The first method follows the New Beginnings questline to its end, where the player can choose to end the current galaxy's existence to create a new galaxy of their choice. ...
  2. The next permanent option is to travel via hyperdrive and black holes to the centre.

What is the hardest achievement in no man's sky? ›

If you really want to challenge yourself while playing No Man's Sky, the following achievements are some of the toughest ones you can unlock in the game.
  • 7 The Star Beast. ...
  • 6 Stranger In A Strange Land. ...
  • 5 Galapagos. ...
  • 4 The Sentinel. ...
  • 3 To Live Forever. ...
  • 2 Space Odyssey. ...
  • 1 Take A Deep Breath.
Jan 6, 2023

How many years would it take to fully explore no mans sky? ›

how long would it take to explore all of no man's sky ? In fact, it's almost unfathomably large. Your character wakes up on one planet, but No Man's Sky has 255 entire galaxies' worth of planets to explore, totaling up to more than 18 quintillion worlds. It would take you nearly 585 billion years to see them all.

What happens if you enter a black hole in No Man's Sky? ›

Black Hole travel no longer damages anything as of the Waypoint update. Black holes will always move you closer to the centre by approximately 7,000 light-years (+/- 1,000 ly) unless they are part of the hyper black holes which can be used to travel vast distances of over 300,000 light-years towards it.

Can I return to Euclid, NMS? ›

you can continue to play in another galaxy, and teleport to your old bases in Euclid by the same ways as usual (teleportters from stations, freighter, base telporters .. Anomaly).

Will humans ever reach Andromeda? ›

No, not even a significant fraction of the distance to even the nearest Galaxy will ever be within our reach, Andromeda is over 2 million light years distant, and light travels at 186,400 miles per second.

What is the rarest no mans sky creature? ›

Rangifae are considered one of the rarest land fauna in the game, with only a 0.25% chance to be found on a planet.

What is the most hostile planet in no man's sky? ›

Compakask-Mepp Major is a highly dangerous, small parched planet in the star system Kamaixingti on the PC version of No Man's Sky. This is the most dangerous planet in the system due to the sheer number of predators that inhabit it.

Can you ever finish no man's sky? ›

If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 150 Hours to obtain 100% completion.

Is no man sky endless? ›

In an infinite universe

Be the first to land on beautiful, unknown planets teeming with life. Survive hazardous environments, where alien civilizations seek their fortune and outlaws take it by force.

How many ships can you keep in no mans sky? ›

The player begins the game with one starship and may acquire additional starships later. A maximum of twelve starships may be part of a player's fleet, although no more than six will be located in the freighter hangar at any time. The other ships can be swapped out using the quick menu.

Can you go underwater in no man's sky? ›

Aquatic Missions

The Dreams of the Deep story brings a new context to the depths and a dark narrative to No Man's Sky. Discover the fate of a troubled crew stranded from a freighter crash by the rising tides, or explore underwater ruins to uncover the tale of a lost soul trapped deep beneath the waves.

Can you destroy a space station in no man's sky? ›

While you can attack a station, it cannot actually be destroyed. Attacking will initially trigger a 1-star Wanted Level. If attacked long enough, a 4-star wanted level is triggered followed by an endless wave of Sentinel Interceptors. There will be 3 initial waves, each consisting of 3 Interceptors.

How can we explore other galaxies? ›

The technology required to travel between galaxies is far beyond humanity's present capabilities, and currently only the subject of speculation, hypothesis, and science fiction. However, theoretically speaking, there is nothing to conclusively indicate that intergalactic travel is impossible.

How do you visit other systems in no man's sky? ›

If you're not already, head up into space with your starship. Once you're up there, push Down on the d-pad and find the Galactic Map. This is a complex 3D map of the stars, and with your hyperdrive ready to roll, it's from here that you can travel to a new star system.

How do you go to other planets in no man's sky? ›

Ships uses the Pulse Engine to travel between planets within the same star system. Unlike travel within a planet's atmosphere, pulse drive requires that the ship be stocked with one of the available fuel elements. Typical cruising speeds are from 350-450u.

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