What are the different types of power generators in no man's Sky?

You’ll find the different kinds of power generators from the Power and Industry build menu once you’ve acquired the blueprints. (left), An example of a simple power grid, featuring the Biofuel Reactor, Solar Panel, and Battery connected by Electrical Wiring. (right) There are a few different ways to generate power for your base in No Man’s Sky.

How do you generate power in no man's Sky?

There are a few different ways to generate power for your base in No Man’s Sky. The first that you’re likely to come across is the Biofuel Reactor, since this is introduced to you fairly early on in the game. In terms of function, this is perhaps the most simple of all the power generator items, but it can also be the most tedious to keep running.

How do you unlock solar panels?

Collect some more Salvaged Data, and you’ll unlock Solar Panels. These generate power during daylight hours (which makes sense). Both of these generators generate power for a finite time — the Biofuel Reactor as long as it’s got Carbon, and the Solar Panels as long as the sun is shining.

How many solar panels do I Need?

Answer: you'd need five solar arrays (250 kPs) to power the connected buildings during the daylight. If you need that much during the day, you're going to need the same amount at night when the sun is not shining, so you'll have to put it into your batteries during the daytime while the solar arrays are generating power.

How does base building work in no man's sky beyond?

Base building in No Man’s Sky Beyond has gotten a little more complicated. Beyond just creating your home among the stars, you now have to provide power to it, too. Figuring out the best way to provide power, how much power you need, how to store extra power, and where to plug things in takes a couple minutes to understand.

How do I connect a solar panel to a battery?

The Battery is the perfect item to pair with a Solar Panel. It will begin to store power from a percentage of 0% - 100% so long as it’s connected to the power grid (also known as “Grid Power Storage” in game). The easiest way to do this is to using Electrical Wiring to connect a Solar Panel to a Battery.