How to Fix No Man’s Sky “Version Mismatch” Error

No Man's Sky is fantastic for solo play, but multiplayer significantly enhances the experience. This guide addresses the common "Version Mismatch" error.

Table of Contents

• What is the No Man's Sky Version Mismatch Error?
• How to Fix the Version Mismatch Error

What is the No Man's Sky Version Mismatch Error?

The Version Mismatch error in No Man's Sky occurs when attempting a multiplayer session with a friend on a different platform (or even the same platform) and one or both games aren't updated to the same version. For example, a player on Steam with the latest update may encounter this error when trying to join a friend on PS5 who hasn't updated their game.

How to Fix the Version Mismatch Error

The solution is straightforward: ensure all players have the latest game update installed. Once everyone is on the same version, cross-play should function correctly.

However, update rollouts can be staggered across platforms. Even if your game is up-to-date on your platform, a recently released update might not yet be available to you. In this scenario, patiently await the update's deployment to your platform, reinstall the update, and retry the multiplayer session.

This concludes the troubleshooting for the Version Mismatch error in No Man's Sky. For more game tips and information, check out The Escapist.