No Man's Sky: All Planet Types, Explained

Explore the Diverse Worlds of No Man's Sky: A Guide to Planetary Biomes

No Man's Sky offers a vast universe filled with unique and wondrous planets, each teeming with diverse flora, fauna, resources, and sometimes, edible delights for your Nutrient Processor. This guide categorizes the various planet types, from idyllic paradises to harsh, resource-rich environments, helping you navigate the cosmos effectively.

Updated February 18, 2025, by Sean Murray: The Worlds Part 2 update introduces a thrilling new addition: Gas Giants! Prepare for a wild, stormy adventure, but pack your protective gear – these celestial bodies aren't exactly vacation spots.

General Planetary Information

Before embarking on your planetary explorations, remember:

• Each planet boasts a unique biome, falling into one of 11 categories.
• Terrain varies wildly depending on the biome.
• Planets with atmospheres experience unique weather patterns.
• Planets are primary sources of resources crucial for crafting and agriculture.
• Sentinel activity varies across planets (low, high, aggressive). Corrupted Sentinels are found on Corrupted planets, sometimes guarding crashed Sentinel Interceptors.

No Man's Sky Planetary Biomes

Eleven distinct biome categories exist: Lush, Barren, Dead, Exotic, Mega Exotic, Scorched, Frozen, Toxic, Irradiated, Marsh, and Volcanic. Planet descriptions vary, so understanding these categories is key.

Detailed Biome Descriptions:

Lush Planets

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Rainy, Verdant, Tropical, Viridescent, Paradise, Temperate, Humid, Overgrown, etc.	Paraffinium, Nitrogen, Star Bulb

Lush planets are ideal locations, often featuring abundant wildlife, vibrant flora, and breathable atmospheres. While extreme weather (e.g., boiling rain) is possible, it's less severe than on other planets. They may share characteristics with Exotic and Mega Exotic planets, such as bioluminescent life.

Barren Planets

Sulphurine, Pyrite, Cactus Flesh, Aloe Flesh

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Barren, Desert, Rocky, Bleak, Parched, Abandoned, Dusty, Desolate, Wind-

Barren planets are typically arid deserts with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation, though animal life may be present. Atmospheres might be breathable, but temperatures can fluctuate drastically. Extreme weather, including intense heat and cold, is common.

Dead Planets

Alternate DescriptionsCommon ResourcesTerraforming Catastrophe, Dead, Empty, Desolate, Lifeless, Forsaken, etc.Rusted Metal, Chromatic Metal

Dead planets lack atmospheres, flora, and fauna, resembling our Moon. Oxygen and life support are essential. While lacking storms, temperatures can be extreme. Lower gravity allows for higher jumps. Sentinel activity is usually absent.

Exotic Planets

Alternate DescriptionsCommon ResourcesFissured, of Light, Breached, Rattling, Spined, Skeletal, Bubbling, Frothing, etc.Varies by sub-biome Swept

Exotic planets are characterized by unusual geography, bizarre creatures, and impossible plants. Atmospheres and weather vary, but storms are uncommon. They exist in various subtypes.

Mega Exotic Planets

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Crimson, Planetary Anomaly, Lost Green, Lost Blue, Lost Red, [REDACTED], etc.	Varies by sub-biome

Mega Exotic planets feature massive plants and geological formations. Atmospheres and weather resemble Lush planets, but distinct color filters often create monochromatic views.

Scorched Planets

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Charred, Arid, Scorched, Hot, Fiery, Boiling, High Temperature, Torrid, etc.	Phosphorus, Solanium, Sulphurine

Scorched planets are extremely hot, with limited flora and fauna. Extreme heat and storms are frequent, requiring hazard protection. They can combine with Exotic or Mega Exotic biomes.

Frozen Planets

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Frozen, Icebound, Arctic, Glacial, Sub-zero, Icy, Frostbound, Freezing, etc.	Dioxite, Frost Crystal, Radon

Frozen planets are extremely cold, with abundant frozen water. Extreme cold and storms necessitate hazard protection.

Toxic Planets

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Toxic, Poisonous, Noxious, Corrosive, Acidic, Caustic, Acrid, Blighted, etc.	Ammonia, Fungal Mould, Nitrogen, Jade Peas

Toxic planets have poisonous, unbreathable atmospheres. Hazard protection is crucial. Strange fungal growths and poisonous plants are common. Extreme toxic weather events are frequent.

Irradiated Planets

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Irradiated, Radioactive, Contaminated, Nuclear, Isotopic, Decaying Nuclear, etc.	Uranium, Gamma Root, Radon

Irradiated planets are radioactive, requiring hazard protection. Life has adapted to the radiation. Extreme radiation storms are dangerous.

Marsh Planets

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Marshy, Swamp, Tropical, Foggy, Misty, Boggy, Endless Morass, Quagmire, etc.	Varies

Marsh planets feature abundant water, ranging from swamps to tropical paradises. Resources are varied. Extreme toxic and heat storms are possible.

Volcanic Planets

, Erupting, Volcanic, Ash-Shrouded, Ashen, Tectonic, Unstable, etc.Pyrite, Sulphurine, Basalt

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Lava,

Magma

Volcanic planets are extremely hot, with erupting volcanoes and limited life. Extreme heat storms are common. They contain Basalt, a unique resource.

Corrupted Planets

Corrupted planets, found in Dissonant Systems, feature any biome type but are covered in purple crystals. Corrupted Sentinels are hostile and powerful.

Gas Giants

Alternate Descriptions	Common Resources
Gas Giants, Gaseous Planet	Activated Quartzite, Crystallised Helium, Sodium, Storm Crystals

Gas Giants, found in Purple Star Systems, are massive planets with no flora or fauna, and constant severe storms. They have a landable surface, but resources are limited. Coolant Network upgrades are recommended.

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