No Man's Sky: How to Increase Multi-Tool Slots 2026 Guide

In No Man's Sky 2026 updates, expanding your multi-tool slots from 3 to 24 unlocks inventory mastery for mining, combat, and scanning. This comprehensive guide details every method, from upgrades to glitches, optimized for current patches.

Understanding Multi-Tool Inventory Basics

Multi-tools start with few slots; max is 24 class C+. Technology slots separate for mods.

  • Inventory: General items
  • Tech: Modules only
  • S-class: Rare drops

Method 1: Purchasing Storage Augments

Visit Multi-Tool stations in space anomalies or settlements. Buy augmentors for 5-10 slots each, up to 3.

  • 1. Locate purple station icon
  • 2. Check stock (rotates)
  • 3. Cost: 50M+ units each
  • 4. Install in tech slots

Method 2: Upgrading to S-Class Multi-Tools

Hunt S-class via 5-signal boosters or armories. They start with more slots.

  • Booster recipe: Wiring + Chromatic Metal
  • Target Outposts
  • Exchange at stations for nanites

Method 3: Relic Glitches and Exploits (Patched 2026)

Pre-2026 method: Duplicate relics. Now, use settlement farming for quick nanites.

  • Build 10+ teleporters
  • Cycle class upgrades
  • Daily login rewards

Method 4: Maxing with Storage Increases

Combine S-tool + 3 max augmentors = 24 slots. Repeat for backup tools.

  • Total cost: 200M units
  • Time: 20-40 hours
  • Pro tip: Terrain Manipulator essential

Advanced Tips and Cross-Save Sync

Sync across platforms; trade with friends. 2026 Worlds Part 2 adds more slots potentially.

  • Join Discord for trades
  • Freighter storage synergy
  • Expedition rewards include augments

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