No Man’s Sky Launches Forsaken Update and iOS Version
The latest expansion adds horror-themed content to the space exploration title alongside a mobile release.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Space
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Hello Games has released the Forsaken update for No Man's Sky, introducing horror-themed mechanics to coincide with the Halloween season. Simultaneously, the studio launched a full version of the game for iOS devices.
Why it matters
This update expands the game's survival elements with new haunted technology and exploration tasks. The iOS release marks a significant expansion of the title's reach to mobile hardware.
The iOS version is compatible with the iPhone 11 and third-generation iPad Air or newer, requiring 4GB of storage. Players utilize full touch controls to navigate the game's newly added biomechanical modules and package hauling system.
The players
Hello Games
The independent game development studio responsible for creating and supporting No Man's Sky.
The details
The update tasks players with searching abandoned freighters, derelict hulks, and infested outposts for suspicious mementos to trade with collectors. New items include the Larva Tank helmet and Grub Cannon multi-tool, while gameplay is streamlined with seamless star warping and online star base sharing.
Timeline
October 28, 2026: The Forsaken update launched for No Man's Sky.
The Big Picture
This release follows the 10-year anniversary of No Man's Sky, marking a continued expansion of the game's core systems a decade after its initial debut. It shifts the title further into live-service territory by introducing complex biomechanical modules and mobile accessibility.
Players on iOS can now access the full experience using native touch controls provided they have the required 4GB of free space. Those on other platforms gain new gameplay tools such as the Grub Cannon multi-tool and enhanced logistics via the package hauling system.
The takeaway
Players looking to optimize their exploration should prioritize searching derelict hulks for rare mementos to unlock new modules. Mobile users should verify their device compatibility and storage capacity before attempting to download the new iOS version.
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