Settlement FAQs

how do settlements work nms

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New settlements can be found, but if someone is already an Overseer of a different settlement they'll have to abandon their old settlement for the new one. All settlements are procedurally generated, like Freighters in No Man's Sky, so someone becomes the Overseer of a new settlement the old one disappears.Mar 8, 2022

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How do settlements work in no man's Sky?

All settlements are procedurally generated, like Freighters in No Man's Sky, so someone becomes the Overseer of a new settlement the old one disappears. New settlements can be found in No Man's Sky by random chance.

What do you do as an overseer of settlements in NMS?

Once you become an overseer of the settlements, you will be able to construct new buildings, solve disputes among citizens, offer security against different forms of threats, and do a lot more exciting things. Below, our guide takes a dig into just about anything there is to know about settlements in NMS.

How do you find new settlements?

New settlements can be found, but if someone is already an Overseer of a different settlement they'll have to abandon their old settlement for the new one. All settlements are procedurally generated, like Freighters in No Man's Sky, so someone becomes the Overseer of a new settlement the old one disappears.

How do I become an overseer of a settlement?

Then, make your way to Settlement Hub Interface and apply for the position of Overseer, followed by tapping on ‘Submit Management Credentials’ to become the Overseer. The first building that you can add to your settlement is an Overseer’s office.

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How do I calculate my NMS settlement?

You can get a settlement map from the cartographer in The Anomaly or at any space station. Then head over to your homeworld. You can head over to your base if you have one, otherwise, you can just land wherever you want. Once you are back on your homeworld, we recommend saving the same in case the settlement map fails.

How many settlements can you run in NMS?

You can only be overseer of one settlement at a time. If you accept being overseer of another settlement you will lose your previous one.

Can you build a settlement anywhere NMS?

Talk to the cartographer there, and you'll be able to buy a settlement map (it'll cost 5 navigational data). Then head to the planet you want to find a settlement on. As long as it's inhabited (not a dead planet with absolutely no life) there will be a settlement on it somewhere.

Can u abandon a settlement NMS?

New settlements can be found, but if someone is already an Overseer of a different settlement they'll have to abandon their old settlement for the new one. All settlements are procedurally generated, like Freighters in No Man's Sky, so someone becomes the Overseer of a new settlement the old one disappears.

How do I speed up my NMS settlement?

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Can you place a settlement without a road?

New settlements may only be built if they are connected to an existing road.

Are there settlements on every planet NMS?

There are several settlements per planet and they can be in close proximity or far away. Planets have multiple settlements. They can be found with Settlement Charts, purchased from the space station cartographer.

Do you need two roads to build a settlement?

No. If you build a new road, it must always connect to one of your own roads, settlements, or cities.

Can I have multiple settlements NMS?

A player may only be the Overseer for one Settlement at a time. It is possible to have more settlements in different saves, but they will be glitchy. A player can switch to a different Settlement by investing a certain amount of race-specific resource (3 GekNip for Gek) and renouncing their current post.

How many settlements can you be overseer of NMS?

one SettlementCan You Have Multiple Settlements? You can only be Overseer for one Settlement at a time.

How many settlements can you have?

How Many Settlements Can You Have in No Man's Sky? You can only have one settlement at a time in No Man's Sky. If you want to get a different settlement in a new location, then go to a Space Station and purchase a Settlement Chart from a Cartographer.

How many bases can you have in NMS?

Summary. Base building allows the player to build multiple bases, which can be used for farming, storage and recharging Hazard Protection or Shield. Each save has a limit of 450 bases including one's freighter base, so 449 planetary bases.

What does "starting a new settlement" mean?

Starting a new settlement means all progress is starting over. This includes citizen happiness, productivity, and even the production of a new Overseer's office. Furthermore, it's unlikely that any S-Rank settlements can be found. The occasional B-Rank settlement is found if someone searches long enough, but most settlements are going to C-Rank. Unlike ships where Nanites are used to upgrade ranks, No Man's Sky settlements increase their rank with the increases of productivity and settler happiness, and the loss of debt.

How to find settlements in No Man's Sky?

New settlements can be found in No Man's Sky by random chance. There isn't a guarantee that every planet will have one, but using a Signal Booster can help pinpoint new settlements on a seemingly hospitable planet. If it's a planet with crazy weather conditions like walls of fire or poisonous cyclones, it's unlikely that any settlement is going to be found by accident. On the contrary, planets that have friendly environmental effects are more likely to have a settlement present.

Can you start a new settlement in No Man's Sky?

Learn how to start a new settlement in No Man's Sky, and abandon any unwanted settlement. The No Man's Sky Frontiers update now allows players to start their own settlement and become the Overseer. It's a great addition to the survival space adventure game, but the very first settlement that is found isn't something that can be chosen. Too many planets in No Man's Sky are filled with harsh environments, and it's very possible that this is the case for the planet that the first settlement is built on.

Can you become an overseer in No Man's Sky?

It's likely that everyone will take the first chance that they can find to become Overseer of a new settlement, even if it isn't on the ideal planet. The good news is that become an Overseer isn' t a permanent job that's limited to only one settlement per save. New settlements can be found, but if someone is already an Overseer of a different settlement they'll have to abandon their old settlement for the new one. All settlements are procedurally generated, like Freighters in No Man's Sky, so someone becomes the Overseer of a new settlement the old one disappears.

What can visitors bring to No Man's Sky Settlement?

Additionally, new visitors will appear and offer their expertise or businesses for the Settlement. Their cost management and benefits will be listed before approving them. These visitors could bring anything to the No Man's Sky Settlement, for example, they could be selling a jam or they could be a professional biologist. The settlers will also come up with proposals for a new building that can be approved, and the Overseer will have to make a choice between the two options. These options will show the approval rating and productivity increase for the Settlement, indicating which options should be approved in order to best grow the Settlement.

How to become an overseer in the Galaxy?

Becoming an Overseer is a quick process. Fly into space and an emergency broadcast will be transmitted to the ship. Open it, and a new location for the Settlement will be marked in the Galaxy Map. After the Settlement has been reached talk to the settler that sent out the broadcast and defend the Settlement from Sentinels. The Settlement Hub will allow an application to be submitted and accepted to become an Overseer afterward.

How To Find Your First Settlement In No Man's Sky

Those of you who have played No Man's Sky for a while will be able to find a settlement very quickly. Simply load in to your latest save and fly into space.

How To Become An Overseer In No Man's Sky

When you arrive at the settlement, you need to head to the pillar in the centre of town. You will find a Settlement Hub Interface that you can use.

How many hours can a settlement be claimed?

At the bottom of the Settlement Overview screen, the Production Status section shows two resources that the settlement produces, which can be claimed by the Overseer every 20 real life hours.

Where is the settlement administration terminal?

The settlement administration terminal will be found inside the Settlement Overseer office after it has been constructed . At this terminal it is possible to:

What does an overseer do in a settlement?

As overseer of a settlement, you will make key decision, direct the construction of buildings and resolve disputes between citizens.

Which side of the settlement is the most valuable resource?

The items that can be produced changes with each settlement. A resource in large amount is shown on the left side, while a more valuable resource that is produced in an amount 10 times lower is shown on the right side.

Do settlements exist in Uncharted?

Settlements do not exist in Uncharted systems or Abandoned systems.

Is there a chance of getting an A+ settlement?

Encountering a fresh A+ Class settlement is (very) unlikely, and the exact chances are unknown. However, by improving your settlement, it will eventually increase to S-Class.

Can you get new decisions to show up if you have not finished building the structure yet?

If you have already taken a decision for a Construction Opportunity, but you have not finished building the structure yet, you can still get new decisions to show up .

What happens when you land a ship in the Sentinels?

When you arrive at the location of that certain plant and land the ship nearby, you will get to meet someone on the ground. The Sentinels will suddenly (and rudely) interrupt your lovely chat with that individual and will have to dispose of these enemies. After that, you will have to complete certain activities to formally become the Overseer.

Can you oversee one settlement?

The only problem is that you can only oversee one settlement and the previous one will be abandoned. No one knows what will happen to the previous one though.

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Summary

Game Description

  • Assist the local population in the construction of a planetary settlement. Perform key actions at the Settlement Interface or in the Overseer's Office. As overseer of a settlement, you will make key decision, direct the construction of buildings and resolve disputesbetween citizens. A well-managed settlement will produce plenty of materials - enough that a sucessful overseer may cla…
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Important Buildings

  • Settlement Hub Interface
    This interface is typically found at a Monolithat the center of the settlement. Different actions are available: 1. Apply to be the Overseerof the settlement. 2. Check the status of the settlement.
  • Construction Terminal
    Once you have been accepted as Overseer, look for the Construction Terminalnearby. It will be a red icon floating somewhere within 50u of the central monolith where you accepted your new duties. This is where you will be able to start building your Overseer's Office. It requires Silicate P…
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Settlement Administration Terminal

  • The settlement administration terminal will be found inside the Settlement Overseer office after it has been constructed. At this terminal it is possible to: 1. Check the status of the settlement. 2. Determine the priority of Construction Opportunities for the settlement. 3. Meet with visiting NPC aliens that have special requests. 4. Resolve Citiz...
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Settlement Status

  • Settlements have a few stats that say a lot about them. Each settlement starts with random values for stats, usually low. By making decisions on construction, policies, citizens disputes, citizen requests and greeting new people, these stats will be changed in different directions.
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Settlement Decisions

  • The decisions you take direct the development of your settlement. Decisions show one at a time at intervals of 15 minutes to 2 hours. You always decide between two options. If you have already taken a decision for a Construction Opportunity, but you have not finished building the structure yet, you can still get new decisions to show up. The following articles provide additional detail b…
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Citizens

  • The settlement is inhabited by NPC aliens that can be interacted with. Citizens are persistent NPCs that inhabit player settlements. Citizens will wander the town according to routines which include things like working, visiting specific buildings, or hanging out at saloons. During danger scenarios like storms or Sentinel raids citizens will stay inside. Their mood, communicated to th…
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Additional Information

  1. Settlements do not exist in Uncharted systems or Abandoned systems.
  2. A player may only be the Overseer for one Settlement at a time. It is possible to have more settlements in different saves, but they will be glitchy.
  3. A player can switch to a different Settlement by investing a certain amount of race-specific resource (3 GekNip for Gek) and renouncing their current post.
  1. Settlements do not exist in Uncharted systems or Abandoned systems.
  2. A player may only be the Overseer for one Settlement at a time. It is possible to have more settlements in different saves, but they will be glitchy.
  3. A player can switch to a different Settlement by investing a certain amount of race-specific resource (3 GekNip for Gek) and renouncing their current post.
  4. Settlements always have 6 Features, positive or negative. New features replace existing ones.

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  • Mechanics
    1. Guide Info 2. Approaching Settlement 3. Info Tutorial 4. Hub Interface Dialogue 5. Hub Interface Dialogue 6. Hub Interface Dialogue 7. Hub Interface Dialogue 8. Settlement Status 9. Construct Overseer Office, step 1 10. Construct Overseer Office, step 2 11. Construct Overseer Office, step …
  • Settlement Examples
    1. A settlement on a lush planet 2. A settlement on a toxic planet 3. A settlement on a frozen planet 4. A settlement on a scorched planet 5. A settlement on an irradiated planet (near a crashsite)
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