Hints are building that No Man’s Sky could soon celebrate its next landmark, as the community grows increasingly excited for the 10th anniversary update—Cosmos. The anticipation was heightened when Sean Murray, the studio head at Hello Games, posted another of his characteristic emoji teasers, prompting widespread speculation regarding the new expansion’s timing and features.
Emojis Signal Update—Community Speculates
For No Man’s Sky players, Murray’s practice of dropping emoji hints before updates is now a cherished part of the game’s culture. This quirky tradition began in 2020, when he shared an egg emoji on social media that preceded the Living Ship update. In a recent interview, Murray described how his team wanted to amplify their social media presence, but he leaned into brevity, wondering aloud, “What’s the least we can say and still get away with it?” That skepticism ultimately led to the regular use of emoji signals for upcoming content—be it a flexed arm for Endurance or a high-visibility vest for Remnant, each emoji has acted as a coded announcement for fans.
Now, for the Cosmos update, Murray’s choice was a single cocktail glass emoji posted on X (the platform previously known as Twitter). To many, this playfully referenced both the update’s name and inside jokes about potential new content. Soon after, the official Hello Games account reinforced the speculation by sharing an image of three cocktail glasses on social media, which only intensified hopes that Cosmos might arrive any day.
Speculation Swirls Ahead of 10th Anniversary
Past releases have shown these emoji teasers often emerge a matter of days before a substantial content drop, typically favoring a Wednesday afternoon rollout. With the game approaching its 10th anniversary, expectations are soaring, with many believing Cosmos could be the biggest update to date. Fans on Reddit and various forums are busily theorizing that this update will offer something especially remarkable in celebration of ten years’ development.
Theories abound about potential features, with ideas ranging from revamping galaxies entirely—perhaps with multiple biomes per planet, echoing Hello Games’ next title, Light No Fire—to new exploration options and navigation mechanics. Others are optimistic that Cosmos could resolve persistent technical issues like multiplayer synchronization or introduce changes that foster a more enduring, lively multiplayer universe. As one Reddit user joked after the Cosmos tease, “They’re finally adding space to No Man’s Sky, I can’t believe it!”
Cosmos Anticipation Mounts as Update Nears
Although Hello Games hasn’t outlined exactly what the Cosmos update will include, their social media activity suggests an announcement could happen soon. The gaming community, speculating about the meaning behind the cocktail glass emoji, is now just waiting for the official word, hoping to see a significant evolution in No Man’s Sky.
Whether Cosmos includes sweeping changes, new galactic destinations, or simply provides a reason to toast the game’s decade-long journey, one thing remains sure: Hello Games keeps fans invested and guessing about what new adventures the cosmos may soon offer.