Alien Races – No Man’s Sky Wiki Guide

How to Interact With Aliens

Before you can start learning about each Alien Race, you actually have to meet them. There are several locations scattered throughout the universe where you can come across intelligent lifeforms:

• In shelters found on planets: These are denoted as a satellite station, factory, shelter, or any other type of facility. There is almost always an alien at these locations though. During your first interaction with that alien, you’ll be given a choice that can affect your standing with their race as well as earn you a reward. Do note that the interaction is a one-shot deal. You fail and it’s done.
• In Space Stations: When checking the trade terminal, you’ll usually find at least one alien in the room with you. Also, aliens will sometimes visit the station as well, and interacting with their ship will allow you to trade with them.
• Out in space: If you see a convoy being attacked, you can help them to get in their good graces.
• Through relics: Monoliths, Plaques, and other relics allow you to learn about the different races as well as change your reputation with them. It’s also a way to learn languages and increase your knowledge of the universe