colonization Tech Comparison
Deep Space Colonisation vs Basic Colonization
Comparing the Deep Space Colonisation (Tier 3) and Basic Colonization (Tier 2), both colonization technologies in Starforge MMO. Use this to decide which to queue first when your research lab can only run one project at a time.
Research Comparison
| Attribute | Deep Space Colonisation | Basic Colonization |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T2 |
| Research time | 40 | 8▼ |
| metal cost | 80,000 | 15,000▼ |
| crystal cost | 40,000 | 8,000▼ |
| gas cost | 10,000▼ | — |
| antimatter cost | 300▼ | — |
| Effect | colonize outer ring: true; +50% colony ship range | colonize standard worlds: true; +25% colony start population |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Deep Space Colonisation
Long-range colony ships with self-sufficient life support colonise systems beyond the outer ring.
Unlocks buildings: deep space colony hub
Unlocks ships: colony ship mk3
Requires: colonization 8, propulsion 5
Basic Colonization
Establishes standard planetary colonization protocols, enabling settlement of temperate worlds.
Unlocks buildings: pioneer camp
Unlocks ships: colony ship mk2
Requires: colonization 1
Which Should You Research First?
The Basic Colonization is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the colonization branch, opening the path toward Deep Space Colonisation.