When is the Next No Man’s Sky Expedition? (Schedule & History)

If you are on the lookout for the next Expedition in No Man’s Sky, you are in the right place. Since their introduction in Update 3.3, Hello Games has hosted numerous community Expeditions, beginning with The Pioneers, which challenged players to conquer planetary peaks and discover exceptional worlds.

Here is everything you need to know about how this game mode works, a complete history of past events, and how to jump into the next one.

What Are Expeditions in No Man’s Sky?

Expeditions are limited-time, seasonal game modes that bring the entire community together for a shared journey.

• Fixed Starting Point: Every player in the community starts their journey on the exact same planet, creating a massive, populated hub of travelers.

• Milestone Challenges: The mode is structured around unique exploration goals called milestones. You can complete these in any order to suit your playstyle.

• Exclusive Rewards: Completing challenges unlocks new, exclusive cosmetic items, base parts, and starship trails.

• Limited Duration: Expeditions typically remain active for about six weeks. They are an excellent way to experience the game with a fresh perspective and secure rare loot.

All No Man’s Sky Expeditions So Far

Hello Games has successfully run multiple Expeditions since the mode launched. Here is the complete history of every Expedition, along with their start and end dates:

When Does the Next Expedition Release?

Hello Games consistently launches new Expeditions every few months, giving players a chance to start fresh in a new sector of the galaxy. Following the conclusion of the Voyagers expedition in late 2023, the developers have continued to build out the seasonal calendar.

While there is no fixed, permanent roadmap for upcoming releases, you can easily check if a new Expedition is currently live.

How to check for an active Expedition in-game:

1. Boot up No Man’s Sky and select New Game.

2. Look to the far right of the mode selection screen.

3. If an Expedition is active, the Community Expedition tile will be highlighted and available to click.

Keep an eye on the official No Man’s Sky social channels for the latest drop announcements!