The Breach Expedition has officially arrived in No Man’s Sky, marking the game’s 20th community expedition and one of the most atmospheric updates yet. Packed with new shipwrecks, spooky space environments, and an entire arsenal of ship-building components, Expedition 20 blends exploration and storytelling in classic Hello Games style.
The Breach update (version 6.10) expands on the creative ship-building focus of the earlier Voyagers update. This expedition pushes players to explore derelict wrecks, salvage lost technology, and piece together the mystery of the Fireship Arcadia — a doomed corvette lost in deep space.
Unlike typical story updates, Breach leans heavily into exploration and salvage gameplay. Expect to spacewalk through eerie, purple-star solar systems, dismantle debris in zero gravity, and collect rare Atlas-themed ship parts.
The expedition runs for approximately three weeks, making it a limited-time event packed with Halloween-season energy.
How to Start Breach Expedition 20 in No Man’s Sky
There are two ways to launch the expedition — the traditional route and the in-game Anomaly method.
Method 1: From the Main Menu (Community Expedition)
- Launch No Man’s Sky.
- From the title screen, select Play or Join Friends.
- Click New Game under your save list.
- Choose the Community Expedition option in the bottom-right corner.
- Confirm your setup and begin your adventure.
This will automatically create a temporary save for Expedition 20.
Method 2: From the Anomaly
If you’re already mid-save and want to access the expedition directly:
- Use your starship to summon the Anomaly while in space.
- Land inside and head to the main entrance terminal.
- Interact with the Expedition Terminal to view Breach objectives and rewards.
- Select “Start Expedition” to begin your run.
Pro tip: Always create a new manual save before starting the expedition. This ensures you can revert to your original playthrough if anything goes wrong.
Breach Expedition Gameplay Overview
The Breach Expedition unfolds across five main phases plus a concluding mission. Each phase guides you deeper into abandoned systems and derelict corvettes, culminating in the discovery of the Fireship Arcadia.
Throughout the expedition, you’ll encounter:
- Space wrecks floating in zero-gravity zones.
- Salvageable corvette modules that expand ship customization.
- Purple-star solar systems, featuring deeper oceans, volatile gas giants, and haunting planetary terrain.
Exploration isn’t just about loot — it’s also about atmosphere. The desolate, eerie feel of these systems captures the darker side of the No Man’s Sky universe, offering an excellent seasonal twist for Halloween.
All Breach Expedition Rewards
Hello Games has packed Expedition 20 with a mix of cosmetic, decorative, and functional items for ship enthusiasts. Here’s what you can unlock during your journey:
Decorative Items
- Event Horizon Poster – commemorates the gravitational anomalies of the expedition.
- Eternal Serpents Poster – features the endless loop of cosmic time.
- Siren of the Stars Poster – depicts the haunting visage of a tentacled siren.
Ship Modules & Parts
- Aeron Cowling & Aeron Diffuser – angular hull plates inspired by ancient Atlas designs.
- Aeron Drive & Aeron Blade – two distinct ship engines allowing heavy or sleek configurations.
- Aeron Powershield – boosts defensive systems with a crimson energy field.
- Aeron Winglet, Pillar & Pyramid – decorative attachments symbolizing devotion to the Atlas.
- Wings of Aeron – atmospheric stabilizers that enhance flight control.
Cosmetic Trail & Effects
- Aeron Starship Trail – adds a blood-red exhaust trail, giving ships a distinctive Atlas aesthetic.
All rewards can later be redeemed from the Quicksilver Synthesis Companion at the Anomaly after the expedition concludes.
New Features and Quality-of-Life Improvements
The Breach update doesn’t stop at the expedition. It also introduces a range of improvements for shipbuilders and explorers alike:
- Corvette Workshop Enhancements – You can now apply color palettes to entire ships.
- Improved snapping and collision systems – making ship construction more intuitive.
- Expanded wreck salvage – new landing gear, wedge modules, shields, and connectors add depth to creative designs.
These tweaks make No Man’s Sky feel smoother and more responsive, especially for players who love customizing ships in detail.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Expedition 20
Expedition 20: Breach isn’t just another update — it’s a chance to experience No Man’s Sky at its most mysterious. It captures the feeling of isolation in deep space, introduces rewarding new systems for creative players, and expands the lore with one of the most haunting storylines yet.
Whether you’re chasing every collectible, building your ultimate corvette, or exploring purple-star systems for the first time, Breach is worth diving into before it disappears. Play Now!
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