No Man's Sky

No Man's Sky is a science-fiction exploration game set across a galaxy of planets and lifeforms. The central journey draws you toward the galaxy's centre, where you seek to learn the true nature of the cosmos. You can explore, trade, fight and survive alone or with friends.

The galaxy is procedurally generated, so exploration can reveal places and creatures other players have not encountered. It is also shared: trade convoys move between stars, factions compete for territory, and pirates and police operate across the galaxy. Players can share discoveries on a map of known space.

Gameplay and features

• Travel between planets: Choose which planets to visit and travel directly from deep space to planetary surfaces without loading screens.
• Choose a role in the galaxy: Take on pirates for bounties or prey on other ships for their riches. Alternatively, gather resources on forgotten worlds and sell them, or venture beyond known space to make discoveries.
• Upgrade equipment for survival: Improve your ship's speed and weapons, extend its range with engine upgrades, and strengthen your suit to withstand toxic environments. Hostile creatures and pirates make survival a concern.

Frequently asked questions

What is the main objective in No Man's Sky?

The journey leads toward the centre of the galaxy, where you seek to learn the true nature of the cosmos. Exploration, trading, fighting and survival are also central activities.

What can you do as a trader?

Find resources on forgotten worlds and sell them. You can also invest in additional cargo space.

How does exploration work?

You can travel to the planets orbiting the galaxy's stars and explore a procedurally generated universe. The game describes discoveries of places and creatures that other players may not have seen.

Can you play No Man's Sky with other players?

Yes. The game supports playing with friends, and players share the same galaxy. You can also choose to share discoveries on a map spanning known space.