Starship Inventory & Cargo Management — No Man's Sky Guide

Starship Inventory & Cargo Management

Efficiently managing your starship's inventory and cargo space is crucial for long-haul exploration, trading, and resource gathering in No Man's Sky. Understanding the different inventory types, how to expand them, and how to organize your haul will prevent frustrating inventory full messages and ensure you can carry the loot and resources you need.

Your starship has two main inventory areas: the standard inventory and the larger cargo hold. The cargo hold offers sificantly more space and is ideal for storing bulk resources, trade goods, and valuable raw materials. Both inventory types can be expanded by purchasing upgrades at Space Stations or by finding derelict freighters that offer freighter-specific upgrades, which can also apply to starships.

• Starship Inventory Slots: The main inventory for components and modules.
• Cargo Hold: A separate, larger inventory for resources and trade goods.
• Expansion Methods: Purchase upgrades at Space Station ship dealers or find them on Derelict Freighters.
• Class Bonuses: Higher-class starships (S-class) often come with more initial slots.
• Organization: Group similar items together to quickly find what you need.

When expanding your starship's inventory, prioritize the cargo hold for resources. This allows you to carry vast quantities of materials needed for crafting, base building, or selling at Galactic Trade Terminals. Always ensure you have enough space for essential items like Warp Cells and repair kits.

Starship Inventory Management Tips:

Consider investing in a Freighter as soon as possible. Freighters act as a mobile base with a massive cargo capacity, allowing you to store nearly unlimited amounts of resources. You can also build specialized storage containers on your freighter, further organizing your vast collections.