No Man’s Sky is a vast universe of exploration, crafting, and surprises. Whether you’re just starting or looking to streamline your journey, these 10 essential tips (plus bonus tricks) will help you travel smarter, earn faster, and survive longer. Let’s dive in!
1. Launch Fuel Is a Ripoff
Think you need to craft Starship Launch Fuel? Think again. Uranium is your best friend:
- Mine it on irradiated planets — no crafting required.
- Buy it from traders or terminals in radioactive systems.
Pro Tip: Install the Launch Auto Charger — it automatically recharges your launch thrusters while exploring.
And don’t forget: landing pads (the blue funnels that turn green) let you take off for free — no fuel needed!
2. Buy Everything You Can
Stop grinding for basic materials. Just buy what you need:
- Stock up on Ferrite Dust, Wiring Looms, Tritium, and more whenever you see them.
- Units are easy to earn, so save time by spending smart.
Bonus Tip: Use the Assistant for No Man’s Sky app to find refiner recipes. For example, you can refine Dihydrogen Jellyback into Dihydrogen — no mining required.
3. Use the Pirate Scan Indicator
In cockpit view, look for the danger circle when flying:
- If it starts spinning, a scan is incoming — land on a planet, space station, or call in your freighter to avoid it.
- Install a Cargo Scan Deflector to block hostile scans. If it fails, keep tapping the deflect button until it works!
4. Master Derelict Freighters
Every star system has a unique derelict freighter layout:
- If you find one with S-Class upgrades, note it — you can revisit it for more.
- Found only C-Class? Warp to a new system. Derelict layouts (like ships and freighters) are tied to each system, so keep hopping for better loot.
5. Find Portal Glyphs Instantly
Need a portal address? Use Photo Mode:
- The bottom-left corner displays portal glyphs for your current planet.
- Let the menu fade naturally so the glyphs stay onscreen for screenshots.
Bonus: Add the planet to your Custom Wonders catalog for easy retrieval later — and always note your current galaxywhen sharing codes!
6. Don’t Get Stranded
Avoid long treks back to your ship:
- Keep your launch thrusters fueled before exploring.
- If stuck, call in another ship, or use a building with a landing pad to summon one for free.
Extra Tip: Stranded at sea? Use the terrain manipulator to raise a tiny island and summon your ship there.
7. Upgrade Inventory Like a Pro
- Each space station and the anomaly offers one Exosuit upgrade per system.
- Use Drop Pod Coordinate Data (from Cartographers) to find extra suit upgrades.
- Salvage ships and freighters for Starship and Freighter upgrade modules.
Pro Move: Add storage rooms to your freighter and install a Matter Beam — this lets you access your freighter storage remotely within the same system.
8. Make Money Fast
Need units? Try this:
- Install S-Class Scanner Upgrades — scanning creatures can net you hundreds of thousands per scan.
- Accept multiple missions from space stations — many overlap and can be completed in one go.
- Other great methods: bounty hunting, salvaging ships, mining, and Nexus missions.
9. Disable PvP for Peace of Mind
PvP is enabled by default, which can cause problems:
- Disable it in multiplayer settings to avoid griefers and accidental death.
- Also check your build permissions and base visibility to keep trolls away, especially during expeditions.
10. Master the Melee Boost
Need to move fast on foot? Try the melee boost:
- Start sprinting.
- Press the melee button to dash forward.
- Immediately hold jump to launch into a long glide.
Combine this with a strong jetpack for amazing ground speed — perfect for covering massive planets in record time.
Bonus Tip: Warp Hypercores Are Superior
Forget regular warp cells. Warp Hypercores last longer and are easier to use once you collect storm crystals. One Hypercore = fewer stops and more adventures.
Final Thoughts
These tips will help you survive, thrive, and explore more efficiently in No Man’s Sky. From launch fuel savings to combat avoidance and fast travel, mastering these tricks will make the universe feel a lot less overwhelming.
Explore boldly — and remember: it’s your galaxy now. 🌌
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