Looking for a fantastic head start in the vast universe of No Man’s Sky without feeling like you’ve cheated the experience? This meticulously crafted save file offers a powerful yet balanced beginning on Survival difficulty, perfect for players who want to dive straight into deep exploration and story with some of the game’s best gear already unlocked. Let’s break down what you get and how to install it.
Save File Author & Overview
This save file is created by a dedicated community member for the Steam (PC) version of No Man’s Sky. It’s designed as a “Cool Start,” providing a significant but fair advantage by unlocking prestigious expedition and Twitch campaign rewards. Your journey begins in Survival mode with a capable character, a powerful ship, and a legendary multi-tool, all set for you to make your own mark on the galaxy.
- Download Link: Google Drive
Save File Features & Details
Here’s what awaits you when you load this save:
- Character: Starts with 50,000 Units, 5,000 Nanites, and 500 Quicksilver. The exosuit has 12 supercharged inventory slots ready for your customization.
- Unlocked Rewards: All past Expedition rewards (including the Remnant) and Twitch Drop campaign rewards are unlocked and available offline.
- Multi-tool: “The Reaper” (S-Class Staff)
- Damage: 50.0
- Mining: 50.0
- Scanner: 100.0
- Features 12 supercharged slots.
- Starship: “Phantom” (S-Class Sentinel Interceptor)
- Damage: 90.0
- Shields: 125.0
- Hyperdrive: 120.0
- Maneuverability: 50.0
- Features 12 supercharged slots.
- Inventory State: The exosuit and ship inventories are empty, giving you a clean slate. A total of 120 general inventory slots (50 unlocked) and 60 technology slots (10 unlocked) are available. All installed technology matches a standard new game, ensuring progression remains manual and engaging.
How to Install (Save File Location)
- Ensure No Man’s Sky is completely closed.
- Navigate to your save file folder. For Steam, the default path is:
C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Roaming\HelloGames\NMS\ - Inside, you’ll find a folder named
st_########(the numbers are unique to your account). - Crucial: Back up your existing save files from this folder before proceeding.
- Copy the downloaded save files into this
st_########folder, replacing the existing ones when prompted. - Launch No Man’s Sky and load the save.
Important Notes & Warnings
- BACKUP YOUR SAVES FIRST. Always duplicate your original
st_########folder before adding new save files. - This save is specifically for the Steam PC version.
- The
st_########folder name varies by account; use your own folder, not the one from the download. - The save is configured for Survival difficulty mode.
Final Thoughts
This “Cool Start” save is an excellent way to experience No Man’s Sky with a focus on late-game exploration and building, bypassing the early grind for specific rewards. You get a formidable setup that respects the game’s balance, leaving the vast majority of progression, story, and discovery firmly in your hands.
Looking for a different starting point or save files for other games? Be sure to visit our master Save Files A-Z Index, where we organize every community save and game mod by title for easy browsing. Find your next adventure
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