While 4.0.2 improved stability, the original Switch hardware remains pushed to its limits:
The game uses temporal upscaling to maintain a target of 30 FPS . If you experience blurriness, it is often the dynamic resolution scaling adjusting to maintain performance. 4. Summary of Version 4.0.2 Changes Description Stability Fixed memory-related crashes specific to Switch hardware. Inventory Unified pages and increased slot caps (up to 120 slots). UI Enabled touchscreen controls for menu navigation on Switch. Visuals Improved FSR 2.0 implementation for better image clarity. No Man's Sky Waypoint! New 4.0 Update Details No Man’s Sky Switch XCI Update 4.0.2
Waypoint introduced a "silent" auto-save that triggers during regular play, reducing the risk of losing progress if the game crashes. While 4
Addressed multiple memory-related crashes that occurred during heavy planetary exploration or while warping. Summary of Version 4
Some users report brief stutters when placing base parts or entering atmospheres; 4.0.2 worked to minimize these "frame drops".