Not only you, many players are on the hunt for the best planetary settlement in No Man’s Sky. For beginners, Settlements are one of the points of interest where you can seize power and become their Overseer. This will allow you to build new buildings and make other important decisions. In addition, settlements can also help you farm some materials and can be a good source of income. However, let me tell you, finding and managing it is not easy. But if you’re up for the challenge, then so are we. With that said, let’s see how to find the best planetary settlement in the game.
Where can I find the best planetary settlements in No Man’s Sky
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In No Man’s Sky, in order to find new planetary settlements, you will need a 1x Settlement Map. This map will help you find the nearest settlement on your planet that you can capture. For a better understanding, scroll down for a detailed walkthrough.
- First, buy a settlement map from a cartographer located at any space station. Simply interact with the seller and select the option to share specific charts. And then just buy the map you’re looking for in exchange for some navigation data. If you don’t have this item, you can always buy it from galactic trade terminals.
- Then go to the planet where you want to have your settlement. However, make sure it’s not an Uncharted system or an abandoned system. After you exit the ship, we suggest you build a save beacon that will help you reload your save.
- After that, go to your inventory and use the table in the Exosuit tab. In doing so, you will scan the planet for nearby settlements. If you don’t find it near you or don’t like the one you found, just reload your save and scan again. Keep scanning until you find the best planetary settlements in No Man’s Sky.
- After you successfully find him, approach him and interact with the Settlement Center interface located in the center of the settlement. This will allow you to apply to take control and become their overseer.
- Just look at the description of a settlement and check its characteristics to know its quality. And if that’s who you’re looking for, then pay the asking price and you’ll be fine.
This is how you find new planetary settlements in the game. If you are still not sure which settlement is best to use, then we will help you.
Things to remember for a better settlement in NMS
If you’re looking for the best planetary settlement to grow building materials like wood, metal, or stone, check out their next race. In other words, for Wood, look for Gek, for Metal, look for Korvax, and for Stone, look for the Vy’kin settlement. Also note that when looking for the best, look at the characteristics in the description of the settlement. We recommend that you focus on low population, good performance and low maintenance cost. You don’t have to worry about their mood. Also note that you can only manage one settlement at a time.
It’s all about how easy it is to find the best new planetary settlements in No Man’s Sky.