Dig Deep: No Man’s Sky “Relics” Update Unearths Ancient Fossils and Hidden Treasures

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A Growing Universe of Free Expansions

It’s almost hard to believe how many free expansions Hello Games has rolled out for No Man’s Sky, and the studio shows no sign of slowing down. On Wednesday, March 26, a brand-new update called Relics launched, inviting players to unearth hidden valuables and prehistoric remains from beneath a planet’s surface.

A Focus on Treasure Hunters and Paleontologists

Unlike previous, broader updates—such as those that overhauled entire ecosystems or aquatic environments—Relics zeroes in on the thrill of discovery. If you’ve ever wanted to play spacefaring paleontologist, this update is tailor-made for you.

Digging for Bones and Building Skeletons

Currently, you can terraform and dig into a planet at will, but there’s little more than ferrite dust and the occasional upgrade capsule waiting below. Relics changes that by adding procedurally generated bones of various sizes to worlds. You can collect and reassemble them to figure out what creature they might have come from—or, if you’re feeling creative, fashion a colossal bone monster to impress your friends and terrify your foes.

Beware the Guardians of Rare Finds

Of course, no treasure hunt would be complete without a little danger. Hello Games has teased protective guardians lurking around especially valuable relics, including the Stone Ghosts, Stone Golem, and the fearsome Titan Worm. If you can’t seem to track down a specific bone fragment, a new specialist at the Space Station is ready to barter and help you complete your collection.

A Narrow but Neat Addition

Much like the earlier patch that introduced fishing, Relics is narrowly focused yet adds another engaging element to an already expansive universe. Considering No Man’s Sky is nearing its tenth anniversary, it’s impressive to see Hello Games continuing to refine and enrich the experience. Let the digging commence!