Engineering Skill Comparison
Overclock vs Innovation
Comparing Overclock (Tier 3) and Innovation (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 | Innovation |
|---|---|---|
| Branch | Engineering | Engineering |
| Tier | 3▼ | 4 |
| Skill-point cost | 2 SP▼ | 3 SP |
| Effect | +30% Production Speed Burst | +20% Research Speed |
| 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
Innovation
Tier 4 Engineering Passive
Cross-disciplinary thinking accelerates breakthroughs by applying solutions from unrelated fields.
Effect
+20% Research Speed
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.