Best settings

No Man's Sky Best Settings for FPS (2026)

Practical presets to improve performance without destroying image quality.

Check your PCRequirementsSteam Deck

Recommended tweaks

  • Medium terrain tessellation for FPS
  • Lower reflections and volumetric fog first
  • FSR/DLSS where available for handheld-like targets
  • SSD helps base and freighter loads
Target GPU (rec)GTX 1060 / RX 580
Minimum GPUGTX 480 / Radeon 7870
RAM16 GB recommended

FAQ — No Man's Sky performance

Does No Man's Sky run on Steam Deck?

Yes — Verified. Great for short exploration sessions on battery.

Best settings for No Man's Sky on PC?

Start with Medium presets, lower shadows/effects first, and use FSR/DLSS if available. Cap FPS to your display for smoother framing.