Engineering Skill Comparison
Overclock vs Quantum Assembly
Comparing Overclock (Tier 3) and Quantum Assembly (Tier 4), both in the Engineering branch in Starforge MMO. They draw from the same skill-point budget, so this breakdown helps you decide which to unlock first.
At a Glance
| Attribute | Overclock | Quantum Assembly |
|---|---|---|
| Branch | Engineering | Engineering |
| Tier | 3▼ | 4 |
| Skill-point cost | 2 SP▼ | 3 SP |
| Effect | +30% Production Speed Burst | +12% Craft Quality Chance |
| Type | Active | Passive |
| Cooldown | 3600s | — |
| Prerequisites | 1 | 2 |
▼ marks the earlier tier and lower skill-point cost — the more accessible pick. The right unlock still depends on the effect your build needs.
Overclock
Tier 3 Engineering Active
Activates temporary Overclock mode — production facilities operate at peak capacity for 10 minutes.
Effect
+30% Production Speed Burst
Prerequisites
Quantum Assembly
Tier 4 Engineering Passive
Quantum-precision assembly lines increase the probability of producing superior-quality items.
Effect
+12% Craft Quality Chance
Prerequisites
Which Skill Should You Unlock First?
Overclock is the more accessible pick — it sits at Tier 3, so it unlocks earlier in the Engineering tree. Grab it first to bank an early effect, then circle back for the deeper node once your skill points free up.