The bones at these burial sites are not unprotected, however, as a new enemy known as the Reanimated Guardian will defend these bones from intruding Travellers. These are powerful and massive enemies, with both laser and melee attacks at their disposal designed to thwart any player's paleontological pursuits.

The latest major update for No Man's Sky, dubbed Relics, has finally brought archeology to the open-world game.

No Man’s Sky Relic Update 5.6 brings high-stakes treasure hunting, ancient mysteries, and deadly guardians to the vast reaches of space.