The Aquarius Update for No Man’s Sky, released in September 2024, introduced a comprehensive fishing system, allowing players to engage in interstellar angling across diverse planets. Key features of this update include:
Fishing System:
- Exo-Skiff: A deployable vehicle that hovers above water surfaces, providing a stable platform for fishing. It reacts to wave movements and includes a Cold Storage inventory for storing catches. No Man’s Sky
- Fishing Mechanics: Players can create various baits to attract different fish species, including both Earth-like and alien varieties. The fishing experience is enhanced with new music tracks. Polygon
- Cooking Recipes: New recipes have been added, allowing players to cook dishes using the fish they catch. Polygon
Expedition Fifteen: Aquarius:
- Duration: Approximately six weeks.
- Rewards: Players can earn new posters, decals, titles, a deep-sea diving suit customization set, the unique Lost Angler’s Rig fishing rod, and the exclusive Aquarius Flightpack. No Man’s Sky
Virtual Reality Enhancements:
- PSVR2 Support: Water reflections are now enabled for PSVR2, enhancing the visual experience.
- PCVR Improvements: PCVR now supports water reflections when set to Ultra, improving visual fidelity. No Man’s Sky
Bug Fixes and Improvements:
- Jetpack Effects: Enhanced jetpack effects for underwater use.
- Rendering Issues: Fixed various rendering artifacts related to water.
- Inventory Management: Addressed issues with item transfers to deprecated inventories during quick transfers. No Man’s Sky
This update enriches the No Man’s Sky universe by introducing a relaxing and rewarding fishing activity, along with various enhancements and fixes to improve the overall gameplay experience.
For a visual overview of the Aquarius Update, you can watch the following video:
