What changed in No Man's Sky in 2026
47 updates · 32 main milestones · Feb 11, 2026 to Oct 28, 2026
- 10 eventsIntroduction of Postal Missionsnew content
New postal missions allow players to become delivery drivers across the galaxy.
SteamIntroduction of FORSAKEN Updatenew contentMilestoneNew update allows players to explore the darker side of the universe, featuring haunted tech and biological horrors.
SteamMinimal HUD Modequality of lifeA new minimal HUD mode has been added for a cleaner gameplay experience.
SteamNo Man's Sky on iPad and iPhonenew contentMilestoneFORSAKEN brings No Man's Sky to iPad and iPhone for the first time, including all previous updates.
SteamSeamless Warping to Nearby StarsgameplayMilestonePlayers can now warp seamlessly to nearby stars without visiting the galactic map.
SteamRadial Menu for Weapon Selectquality of lifeA new radial menu for weapon selection has been introduced as a quality of life feature.
SteamNew Weapon and Space Suit Stylesnew contentMilestoneNew weapon styles and space suit styles, including a grotesque larva tank helmet and a grub cannon multi-tool.
SteamNew Cockpits and Ship Building Interiorsnew contentAn array of new cockpits and a new interior set inspired by a distant galaxy are now available.
SteamNew Haunted Tech and Biological Horrorsnew contentMilestonePlayers can search for rare haunted tech and biological horrors in derelict hulks, abandoned freighters, and infested outposts.
SteamBiomechanical Corvette Modulesnew contentMilestonePlayers can salvage mementos and trade them for new biomechanical corvette modules to customize ship exteriors.
Steam - 5 eventsNew Touch Controls for Mobilegameplay
Touch controls have been rebuilt from the ground up to enhance usability on mobile devices.
SteamOptimized for Battery Life and ThermodynamicsperformanceSignificant work has been done to ensure long comfortable play sessions on mobile devices.
SteamNo Man's Sky Coming to iPhone and iPaddlc releaseMilestonePre-orders are now live for No Man's Sky on iOS, with a release date set for October 28th. The game will be free to try at launch.
SteamReduced File Size for Mobilequality of lifeThe mobile version has a file size of under 4GB, making it easy to download and install.
SteamFull Universe Experience on Mobilenew contentMilestoneThe mobile version includes over forty major updates and features the full universe to explore, including the COSMOS update.
Steam - 11 eventsLaunch of Official No Man's Sky Storestore
A new store for official No Man's Sky gear and merchandise.
SteamSpace Station Ownershipnew contentMilestonePlayers can now buy and customize their own space stations.
SteamBuildable Orbital Basesnew contentMilestoneFree-floating modular bases can be constructed anywhere in space.
SteamNew Space Outpostsnew contentMilestoneTrade with alien lifeforms at new space outposts, where you can buy maps and take on missions.
SteamJourney to the Center of the Star Systemnew contentPlayers can undertake a journey to reach the center of their star system.
SteamExpedition: Our Journey Continues!new contentMilestoneAn expedition celebrating the 40 major updates since launch, unlocking features and providing developer commentary.
SteamBio-wrecks Hazardnew contentSome facilities are overwhelmed by biological hazards that need to be cleared.
SteamAsteroid Belts with Resourcesnew contentMilestoneGorgeous asteroid belts contain valuable crystal resources and some can be landed on.
SteamStar Map Introductionnew contentMilestoneWarping to a system now reveals a new star map with various space points of interest.
SteamFormation of Alliancesnew contentMilestonePlayers can create alliances to build a network of stations and compete on leaderboards.
SteamSalvageable Space Hulksnew contentMilestoneHuge space hulks can be stripped for resources using a gravity gun and tractor beam.
Steam - 6 eventsIntroduction of The Swarm Updatenew contentMilestone
A new update featuring epic space battles and a community war effort against the Hive of Glass.
SteamSalvaging and Researching Crashed DronesgameplayPlayers can investigate and pillage remains of shot down drones using the Gravity Gun.
SteamCommunity Faction SystemgameplayMilestonePlayers will take a personality test to join one of three factions to cooperate and compete against the Hive.
SteamWar Effort TrackinggameplayA new bulletin page will track the community's contributions to the war effort against the Hive.
SteamEpic Space BattlesgameplayMilestoneThe update features the largest space battles in No Man's Sky history with hundreds of ships involved.
SteamNew Rewards and Gearnew contentMilestonePlayers can earn a full suit of retro sci-fi armor, a new rifle, and a huge new jetpack.
Steam - 8 eventsMultiplayer Arena StructuregameplayMilestone
Players can construct and open a new multiplayer-enabled arena to challenge others.
SteamUnique Creature AbilitiesgameplayCreatures have unique elemental affinities and abilities based on their home worlds.
SteamLegendary Creature VariantsgameplayMilestoneExtraordinarily rare creatures with exceptional stats can be found and battled.
SteamIntroduction of Xeno Arenanew contentMilestoneA new feature allowing players to raise, train, and battle alien creatures found across the universe.
SteamCreature Training and BreedinggameplayMilestoneCreatures can be trained, bred, and genetically modified to create new variants.
SteamCreature BattlesgameplayMilestonePlayers can battle their pets against friends, strangers, and NPCs for rewards.
SteamEconomy of Creature LocationsgameplaySharing knowledge about creature locations creates a fascinating economy among players.
SteamDaily Challenges in Xeno ArenagameplayCompete in daily challenges for ultimate rewards within the Xeno Arena.
Steam - 7 eventsVehicle Customization Optionsnew contentMilestone
Players can customize vehicles to create bespoke trucks and haulers.
SteamNew Salvage and Recycling Mechanicsnew contentMilestonePlayers can now collect and recycle salvage and debris for rare resources.
SteamIntroduction of Waste Processing Plantsnew contentMilestoneNew facilities for sorting and depositing materials, offering rewards for careful transport of volatile scrap.
SteamIntroduction of Gravity Gunnew contentMilestoneA fully operational gravity gun has been introduced, allowing players to manipulate large objects.
SteamGravitino Coil Modulenew contentMilestoneA new anti-gravity module for the multi-tool that enhances gameplay with physics interactions.
SteamLimited-Time Community Expeditionseasonal eventMilestoneA community event where players work together to reclaim a planet covered in wrecks.
SteamNew Vehicle Parts and Armor Setnew contentMilestoneDozens of new vehicle parts and a new armor set with steam punk detailing are available as rewards.
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