No Man’s Sky update 4.0, Waypoint, streamlines game for Switch launch

No Man’s Sky A major update is available alongside the launch of Nintendo Switch’s new version on Friday. The update, called Waypoint, brings the game to version 4.0 and conducts a sweeping overhaul of the game’s balance and structure — although it doesn’t add much new content.

Developer Hello Games said Waypoint is designed to help new and returning players make sense of a game that has had 21 major updates in the six years since it initially launched, and to give Switch players a more “pick-up and play” experience. Waypoint also focuses on improving quality of life for dedicated players. No Man’s Sky community.

There’s a new Relaxed Mode that aims for a streamlined, faster, and less grindy way to see the sights and features of this vast space exploration game. Custom game modes allow survival, crafting, combat, controls, and accessibility settings to be adjusted to each player’s play style.

An overhauled inventory system which greatly increases the level cap for weapons and ships will be a boon to long-term players.

You could also play, if you are like me. No Man’s Sky If you have been unable to access your past game saves from years back, or are afraid that it will lead to the loss of all your achievements and goals, there is a way.

There’s more to pore over in the full Waypoint Patch notes.