Here’s a clear summary of the latest No Man’s Sky update, BEACON, released on June 4, 2025:
🏙️ Settlement Overhaul
- Multiple Settlements: Players can now oversee up to four procedurally generated settlements, each with unique architecture and citizen behaviors. nomanssky.com+3nomanssky.com+3indiatimes.com+3
- Autophage Settlements: Discover robotic Autophage towns, complete with their own technologies and gameplay mechanics. nomanssky.com+4nomanssky.com+4gematsu.com+4
- New Structures: Build jukebox bars, ship dealerships, and fishing ponds to enhance settlement life. nomanssky.com+1indiatimes.com+1
- Wingmen Defense: Hire wingmen to defend settlements from pirate attacks. polygon.com+2nomanssky.com+2nomanssky.com+2
🎮 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
- Enhanced Performance: Improved resolution, framerate, and rendering capabilities. indiatimes.com+3theverge.com+3polygon.com+3
- Full Multiplayer Support: Now includes cross-play and cross-save functionality. indiatimes.com+5nomanssky.com+5nomanssky.com+5
- Touchscreen & Gyro Controls: Optimized controls for handheld mode. nomanssky.com+1reddit.com+1
⚙️ Quality of Life Improvements
- Voice Communicator: Option to change or disable the exosuit voice. nomanssky.com+1nomanssky.com+1
- Base Building Enhancements: Improved part snapping for more precise construction. nomanssky.com+1nomanssky.com+1
- Cross-Save Expansion: Full cross-save support across all platforms.
