Greetings, Traveler! Congratulations on booting up No Man’s Sky, the most beautiful, baffling, and occasionally bewildering universe simulator out there. You're about to embark on a journey through endless planets, obnoxious sentinels, and questionable inventory management skills. But fret not—here's a laughably long guide to help you dominate the stars (or at least not die every 5 minutes). 1. Welcome to Planet "What Is This Place?" You wake up on a random planet. It might be a lush paradise... or a hellscape with aggressive weather, toxic air, and man-eating plants. If it's the latter, just accept the game is hazing you and move on. What to Do First DON’T PANIC. Press buttons wildly until you find your scanner. Gather Resources. You’ll need carbon (plants), ferrite dust (rocks), and sodium (that glowing yellow stuff you’ll never have enough of). Fix Your Scanner. Because, obviously, the universe handed you a busted one. Avoid Death. The game starts with your hazard protection screaming at you. Recharge it before the weather makes you crispy. > Pro Tip: If your planet sucks, you can totally just leave. Some people stick it out for pride, but you're smarter than that. 2. Shipwrecked: Your Rusty Ride You’ll find your ship nearby. It’s a heap of junk, but it’s your heap of junk. Fixing Your Ship Step 1: Complain loudly that space travel shouldn’t require this much maintenance. Step 2: Gather dihydrogen (blue crystals) for fuel and metal plating to patch up the holes. Step 3: Realize you’re missing one obscure material that requires a 30-minute scavenger hunt. Step 4: Finally fix your ship and revel in your 8-foot leap toward mediocrity. > Pro Tip: Always hoard fuel. Running out mid-flight is embarrassing and leads to long walks of shame. 3. First Flight Fumbles Congratulations, you can now fly! Unfortunately, piloting your ship is like wrestling a drunk octopus. Things You’ll Inevitably Do Crash into a mountain. Accidentally shoot a sentinel (and regret it immediately). Mistake an asteroid for a space station. Land 3 miles away from your intended destination because you forgot how to aim. > Pro Tip: Practice landing. Bad landings waste launch fuel, and launch fuel is your most hated frenemy. 4. The Sentinels: Space Cops on a Power Trip Sentinels are like nosy neighbors who lose their minds if you pluck a flower from their garden. How to Deal with Sentinels 1. Run Away: You’re not ready for combat, and they will call for backup. 2. Hide: Duck into caves or buildings until they forget you exist. 3. Fight (Eventually): Once you have a decent multi-tool, take revenge. Nothing feels better than taking down a sentinel walker while yelling, "I AM THE CAPTAIN NOW!" > Pro Tip: Don’t mine near sentinels. They hate fun. 5. Inventory Tetris: The True Endgame The most difficult part of No Man’s Sky isn’t exploring or fighting—it’s managing your inventory. Inventory Woes Your suit has the carrying capacity of a soggy backpack. Every resource you collect has 37 variations, all of which you’ll need eventually. Space stations sell upgrades, but they’re expensive, so prepare to grind. > Pro Tip: Learn to stack items efficiently. It’s not glamorous, but it’s survival. 6. The Art of Trading (and Scamming NPCs) The Galactic Trade Network is your friend—and your ticket to riches. Get Rich or Die Grinding 1. Mine Valuable Resources: Gold, silver, and other shiny things. 2. Farm Items: Build a base with automated harvesters to rake in the profits. 3. Exploit Trade Loops: Buy low, sell high. Pretend you’re an intergalactic stockbroker. > Pro Tip: Check every space station for lucrative missions. Nothing says “career goals” like delivering 300 pounds of cheese to a Vy’keen warlord. 7. Bases: Your Ugly, Lovable Space Home You can build a base almost anywhere. Will it be a gleaming palace? Probably not. Expect something that looks like a stack of mismatched IKEA furniture. Base Building 101 Start Small: Build a simple shelter to protect you from the weather. Expand: Add storage units, crafting stations, and maybe a landing pad. Go Crazy: Build a fortress, underwater lair, or floating base. The sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning. > Pro Tip: Don’t forget to power your base. Nothing’s sadder than a dark, lifeless space shack. 8. The Nexus: Where Everyone Looks Cooler Than You The Nexus is a hub for multiplayer shenanigans. Here, you’ll meet other travelers who either: Flex their billion-dollar freighters. Share absurd tales of planetary horrors. Offer you free stuff out of pity. Multiplayer Tips Join random missions for chaos and camaraderie. Trade items with strangers. Sometimes they’ll give you a cool spaceship. Don’t punch anyone—they’ll remember. 9. Exploring the Galaxy: AKA "Oooh, What’s That Shiny Thing?" The galaxy is infinite, and every planet is unique (except when they all start to blur together). What to Look For Exotic Biomes: Acid rain! Glowing mushrooms! Planets that look like cotton candy! Weird Wildlife: Giant crabs, floating jellyfish, or horrifying nightmare creatures. Ancient Ruins: Loot, lore, and spooky alien vibes. > Pro Tip: Always mark cool planets so you can show them off later. 10. Endgame Madness Once you’ve got the basics down, it’s time to dive into the deeper systems. Advanced Goals Build a massive fleet of frigates and become a space tycoon. Hunt down the rarest ships and multitools. Unlock the secrets of the Atlas and question your purpose in the universe. Create the galaxy’s weirdest farm (I’m looking at you, Mordite farmers). > Pro Tip: There is no “winning” in No Man’s Sky. The journey is the game. Final Words of Wisdom Expect to die. A lot. It’s part of the charm. Take your time. There’s no rush in an infinite universe. Laugh at your failures. Every crash, sentinel chase, and botched trade is a story. Now, go forth, Traveler! Explore, build, and embrace the chaos of No Man’s Sky. And remember: if you ever get lost, just blame the sentinels. They probably deserve it.