No Man's Sky
No Man's Sky

Resources & Elements

An in-depth look at all resource types and elements in No Man's Sky, including their uses and where to find them.

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Resources are the lifeblood of No Man's Sky. They are categorized as follows:

  • Basic Elements: Carbon, Ferrite Dust, Oxygen, Sodium, Di-hydrogen, Nitrogen, Sulphurine, Radon. Found abundantly on most planets.
  • Chromatic Metals: Copper, Cadmium, Emeril, Indium. Mined from large deposits or refined from basic elements. Used for advanced technologies and Hyperdrive upgrades.
  • Precious Metals: Gold, Silver, Platinum. Found in asteroids or specific planetary deposits. Primarily for selling.
  • Rare Elements: Uranium, Paraffinium, Dioxite, Pyrite, Ammonia. Found on specific biome types. Used for specialized technologies.
  • Biological Resources: Fungal Mould, Cactus Flesh, Solanium, Star Bulb, Gamma Root. Found on specific biomes. Used in farming and advanced crafting.
  • Gases: Nitrogen, Sulphurine, Radon. Harvested from atmospheric harvesters or specific gas vents.

Efficient resource gathering and refining are essential for progression.