Those who playNo Man’s Skyknow finding S-Class ships is difficult, especially if players are looking for ones like Type-7 class Exotics. Finding them can be difficult unless someone knows where to look, and it can be frustrating to find one that is either too expensive or doesn’t have quite what the player is looking for. With all thegame’s ambitious updates this year, it will take hours to get every Exotic S-Class ship.
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From Royal class down to Mosquito class, these ships are well sought after. With auniverse as large asNo Man’s Sky, it’s no wonder that there are various YouTube videos, posts, wikis, and other resources waiting to lend a helping hand. While this guide will not encompass all the S-Class ships inNo Man’s Sky, as there are a lot, it does point out a few that are interesting in name, storage capacity capability, and tech size.
Updated July 13, 2025 by Beau Boo Low:The new Frontiers update for No Man’s Sky has added many new features to spice up the randomly generated planets,including indigenous settlements. Naturally, if players want to explore the graphically enhanced and constantly expanding universe this game offers they will need a ship. It is very common to collect more than one ship over the course of the game, and some of the best ships worth collecting are exotic S-class vessels. These spaceships come in a variety of shapes and sizes, with many possessing useful tech that will allow players to cruise the cosmos with ease. This article has been updated to include more exotic S-class ships and helpful tips on how to find them.
How To Find Exotic S-Class Ships
All exotic ships are in the S-class, and as such, comprise many of the best vessels in the game. Finding these spacecraft is not easy, as they are scattered across many different systems. Given the procedural nature of the game, there are no locations where a player is guaranteed to find one.
S-class ships are more likely to spawn in 3-star systemssuch as those with descriptors like Opulent or Advanced. to determine the wealth of particular system, players will need to own an economy scanner. Ships within a given system will often have the same color scheme which can be helpful if players are looking for a particular paint job. Often new vessels can befound by visiting space stations or trading posts.If no ships land, then saving and reloading the game can often make new ones spawn.
The Four Types Of Exotic Ship And How To Find Them
19The OL6 Naratsu
While fighter class ships and frigates are often better suited for combat,this exotic squid style ship comes with a rocket launcheralready installed. The formidable armaments on the OL6 Naratsu are complemented by strong shields and good maneuverability.
This ship from the Prism update can be found in the Dryamana Instability region of the Zuzuka XIII system in the Zalienkosm galaxy. There are 19 slots for regular attachments and 6 technology slots allowing players to load this ship with a range of features and additional systems. The galactic coordinates for this ship are0807:0080:0800:00E8.
18The Swift Riash XIII
This Mosquito-style spacecraft was discovered by the same user as the OL6 Naratsu, a player with the username Peacebomb. This ship was originally found at the coordinates0806:0080:0803:00D3in the Innutl region of the Istoft-Xefili XIII system.
To have the best chance of finding this ship, players should first try searching in the Moglaschil galaxy. The Swift Riash XIII comespre-equipped with efficient thrusters, as well as 19 slotsfor other upgrades. This ship can be purchased or sold for up to 10,250,000 units.
17The Flying Omen NJ5
As well as having an awesome name, the Flying Omen NJ5comes with a launch system recharger and is remarkably cheap for an S-Class ship, with a value of only 5,000,000 units.
To find this guppy-type vessel players should try to travel to the Leckandmeram galaxy and locate the Leckandmeram Bye system where it was originally discovered in the Wetonsuu Boundary region at the coordinates0806:007F:0803:008E. This ship has 15 regular slots and 4 technology slots.
16Dakabe’s Wings
This royal-style ship discovered in the Expeditions updatehas efficient thrusters and a sporting yellow paint job. What Dakabe’s Wings lack in maneuverability, it makes up for with its strong shields that will keep most space explorers well out of harm’s way.
This stylish vessel was originally found in the Ciygnia Shallows region of the Nosall VI system in the Maupenzhay galaxy at galactic coordinates0807:0080:0800:0141. This ship is valued at 5,000,000 units and has 15 slots for upgrades as well as space for 4 additional technologies.
15The II3 Gajor
Discovered in the Raystoku VI system within the Zukasizawa galaxy, the II3 Gajor is a new exotic-class ship added in the Prisms Update. This guppy-style vessel comes in bright yellow andcan only be found while playing in permadeath mode.
As well as 15 slots for attachments and four tech slots, this ship comes with a pre-installed launch system recharger for faster take-offs. Players can find the II3 Gajor in the Laikud region at the coordinates0501:0082:0E54:0008.Those who wish to buy it can expect to pay 5,000,000 units for this ship.
14Sahikaw’s Swift Void Dancer
This guppy-type ship is as awesome as its name, with 20 slots for attachments and six for tech, giving players a lot of options when it comes to customization. As well as all of these slots, the ship alsocomes with the Efficient Thrusters module. It may be necessary togrind up some unitsfor purchasing this ship, as it costs 11,000,000 to buy.
The Void Dancer was released in the Origins expansion and can be found in the Euclid galaxy. To find it, players will need to locate the Atlas Panics star system in the Yipiorunnr band. The exact coordinates for this area are06A3:0080:0149:003F.
13The Forge Of The Horizon
The Forge of the Horizon is a mosquito-style ship with apowerful sting thanks to its Fourier De-limiter, which enhances the power of its phase beams. This upgrade makes the Forge a reasonably powerful combat vehicle, with its small size making it easier to dodge enemy attacks.
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Released inthe Expedition update, this ship can be located in the Euclid Galaxy. To find it, simply travel to the Kedargy-Sany system in the Teteshun Terminus region; the Galactic coordinates are0DE4:007E:0B03:000D.Be prepared to pay up to 12,000,000 units for this compact and maneuverable fighter.
12Bandaira’s Ruthless Wings
Squid-style ships are some of the most visually interesting designs inNo Man’s Sky.This ship is very rare, with only a 2% chance of spawningwithin the Odalvi XVIII system within the Euclid galaxy.
If players are lucky enough to find one, they will enjoy its high number of slots for adding new modules, as well as its superb maneuverability. Bandaira’s Ruthless Wings is most likely to be found in a Space Station or a Trade Outpost, selling for 5-12 million units. Players will be able to recognize it by its red chassis with purple-tipped tentacles.
11The Geometric Defeat
This stylish, red, Royal ship was added in the latest Prisms update. Players will find this ship great for escaping space pirates or other hostile encounters, thanks toits free Emergency Warp Unit. This module allows players to escape any dangerous situation by instantly warping to a random unknown location.
To find the Geometric Defeat, travel to the Waferganh galaxy and set a course for the Eoktisshi Band. At galactic coordinates0CD3:0079:031A:0045, players will arrive at the Nuning-Toriy star system,where this ship can be purchased for 12,000,000 units.
10The Song of Sleep
This ship was discovered by players in the Rueyuangr system within the Euclid Galaxy, in the Sea of Loyelint region on the planet Siphaele, at coordinatesIAUR:0535:0089:0205:001F.
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This Exotic S-Class ship is pre-loaded with the launch system recharger and efficient thrusters modules, filling two of its existing cargo slots. It was released with theLiving Shipupdate and has 20 inventory storage slots and six tech installation slots. This Royal-style ship costs 12 million credits to buy outright.
