Upgrades are now strictly confined to technology slots. While this initially caused a stir by limiting active upgrades to three per system (fixing a long-standing "bug"), it allowed for better game balancing.
To compensate for the tech cap, certain slots are now "supercharged," providing a massive stat boost to any technology or upgrade placed within them. 2. Custom Playstyles and "Relaxed Mode" No Man’s Sky WayPoint
Waypoint introduced the most significant changes to item management since the game's launch, aimed at clarifying inventory specialization . Upgrades are now strictly confined to technology slots
The (version 4.0), released on October 7, 2022 , marked a pivotal shift for No Man’s Sky . Launching alongside the game’s debut on the Nintendo Switch , Waypoint was designed to streamline the experience for both new and returning players by overhauling fundamental gameplay systems. 1. Massive Inventory Overhaul Launching alongside the game’s debut on the Nintendo
The maximum capacity for inventories was drastically increased—up to 120 item slots and 60 technology slots .
The update added dynamic difficulty settings , allowing players to customize nearly every aspect of their journey at any time.