Traversing the vast galaxies of No Man's Sky demands efficient planet-to-planet travel, which can be achieved in an instant using Portals.
Portals are advanced teleportation devices enabling instantaneous interstellar transportation, ideal for solo planetary visits or coordinating group missions with friends. Here's a comprehensive guide to locating and utilizing Portals in No Man's Sky.
Unveiling Glyphs for Portal Activation
Players can harness the power of Portals after unearthing the corresponding Glyph during the Artemis Path quest. With 16 Glyphs to uncover, players must assemble these symbols into a specific sequence to activate a Portal. These Glyphs can be acquired by seeking advice from travelers or completing the Artemis Path missions.
Once all Glyphs are in possession, players can embark on the quest to locate and utilize Portals, which are categorized as Points of Interest within No Man's Sky and can be found on all celestial bodies, including desolate planets and uncharted systems. This article outlines various techniques to pinpoint Portals.
Discovering a Monolith
Monoliths, colossal alien structures scattered across planets, can be randomly encountered or located using Cartographer planetary charts or a Signal Booster on an Exocraft.
Planetary charts, available for purchase from a Cartographer at any Space Station, require Alien Cartographic Data, Navigation Data, or Nanites. While these charts may direct players toward a Monolith, it could lead to a different Point of Interest. In the event the Monolith's location isn't immediately visible, a visit to the marked location may yield better results.
Upon discovering a Monolith, players are presented with a trial comprising situational questions, requiring them to choose the correct solution. Failing the trial necessitates reloading the last save before the interaction and attempting it again. Successful completion of the trial allows players to exchange a commodity item for directions to a Portal.
Exploring The Anomaly Community Base Database
Utilizing this method to locate Portals requires an active internet connection and online features. The Space Anomaly, a sprawling communal Space Station summonable in any galaxy, houses a questline, blueprints, and a colossal teleportation station.
Within the Anomaly, the teleportation station displays a roster of bases established by other players at that time. Occasionally, a Portal may be constructed near one of these bases, although this approach involves more trial and error compared to finding a Monolith.
Activating and Utilizing Portals in No Man's Sky
Activating a Portal entails two steps: charging and activation. Prior to each use, Portals must be charged, requiring organic, catalytic, stellar, or alloy materials. The specific material required can be identified by interacting with the Stone Pillar associated with the Portal.
Once charged, a Portal can be activated by inputting a sequence of the 16 Glyph symbols. Each unique Glyph sequence transports players to a specific location.