No Man's Sky Corvette Ship guide for beginners

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The Times Of India
Tue Sep 02 18:16:45 IST 2025
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The Corvette Ship is one of the biggest introductions of the No Man’s Sky Voyagers update , and the massive spacecraft has several uses. These let you and your friends travel together across the galaxy, and you have to manually build them using modules.
If you are a beginner just getting started with the game, there are several things that you will have to keep in mind while building a Corvette in NMS. This guide walks you through every detail about the spacecraft.
What is a Corvette in No Man’s Sky Corvettes Special?
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The Corvette is a type of starship in No Man’s Sky, and they were introduced as part of the latest Voyagers update. They are bigger than standard spacecraft, and you have the option to customize them. Here are some of the key details about a Corvette:
  • Multi-Crew Ships: Unlike regular starships that only fit one person, Corvettes can carry your entire squad.
  • Build from scratch: You construct these ships piece by piece using different modules.
  • Fully customizable: You can design both the exterior hull and interior layout exactly how you want.
  • Not found in the wild: You can't stumble across these ships, and they must be built manually.
How to get to the Corvette Workshop
  • Head to any Space Station in your current system.
  • Look for bright blue teleportation points right after you exit your ship. Step into one of these glowing teleporters.
  • You will instantly be transported to the Corvette Workshop area, where everything related to the particular ship happens.
    • Corvette Modules
    Every Corvette in No Man’s Sky requires these basic modules:
    • Landing Gear: Lets your ship touch down on planets and stations.
    • Cockpit: Where you pilot the massive vessel.
    • Main Engine: Powers your movement through space.
    • Weapon System: Defends against pirates and hostile forces.
    • Reactor: Provides energy for all ship systems.
    • Access Module: Allows crew members to enter and exit.
    • Habitation Module: Creates living space and determines cargo capacity.
    You must keep in mind that there's a 100-part limit for external modules.
    How to get Corvette Modules
    Purchasing
    • Buy at Workshop Console: Get basic modules directly, though they're pretty expensive.
    • Trade Advanced Modules: Swap modules you don't need for ones you want (requires 1-3 extra modules).
    Free methods
    • Salvaged Scrap Mining: You can dig up modules from planetary surfaces.
    • Mission Rewards: Complete in-game objectives.
    Finding Salvaged Scrap on Planets
    Scan for planets with Salvageable Scrap
    • Use your scanner to identify planets containing salvageable resources. When you scan a planet, salvageable materials will appear as a yellow Salvageable Tech icon.
    Use the Analysis Visor to find the exact location
    • After you land on a planet with the scrap, activate your Analysis Visor to locate buried treasure sites. This visor will help you in the process of highlighting salvage containers and their protective casings.
    Mine the Salvageable Scrap using tools
    • Mine the Salvageable Scrap using tools like the Terrain Manipulator. All Protective Casings must be destroyed before you can access the central Salvage Container.
    Building Corvette in No Man’s Sky
    Construction Process
  • Return to Corvette Workshop area with the required modules.
  • Click "Create New Corvette" to start building.
  • Modules turn green when placed in valid positions.
  • Follow in-game hints for proper placement guidance.
    • Important Controls
    • Z Key: Opens module selection menu
    • X Key: Removes placed modules from the ship
    • Space/L Ctrl: Adjusts camera angle
    • Middle Mouse Button: Rotates view
    • E Key: Snaps modules into position
    Design Styles Available
  • Titan: Robust and heavy-looking
  • Thunderbird: Sleek and fast appearance
  • Ambassador: Elegant styling
    • Your first build will mostly result in a C-class Corvette with basic stats, which you can upgrade later.
    Interior Customization Tips
  • 3000 Part Limit: Interior has much higher part limits than exterior.
  • Resource Requirements: Each interior module needs specific materials.
  • Functional vs Cosmetic: Mix useful equipment with decorative elements.
    • Corvette Tips and Tricks
    Autopilot
    • Hands-Free flying: Let the ship fly itself while you explore the interior.
    • Resource scanning: Use autopilot to scan for materials in planetary atmospheres.
    • Crew freedom: Other players can move around while the ship travels automatically.
    Advanced Features
    • Space Walks: Use "Open Hatch" to exit the ship and float in space
    • Freighter Docking: Attach Corvette to your freighter's exterior
    • Beam Transportation: Quick travel between the Corvette and freighter interior
    • Workshop Cache: Check refunded modules at workshop storage
    Upgrading to S-Class Corvette in No Man’s Sky
    • Find Starship Outfitting Terminal: Located at space stations
    • Choose Upgrade Option: Select "Upgrade Ship Class"
    • Pay Nanites: Spend required nanites for class improvement
    • Progressive Upgrades: Go from C → B → A → S class gradually
    These were all the things that you needed to know about building and using a Corvette in No Man’s Sky. The spaceship completely transforms the overall experience, and you will have a lot of fun flying through the desolate space.
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