defense Tech Comparison
Phase Shielding vs Point Defense Arrays
Comparing the Phase Shielding (Tier 3) and Point Defense Arrays (Tier 3), both defense 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 | Phase Shielding | Point Defense Arrays |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T3 |
| Research time | 20 | 16▼ |
| metal cost | 40,000 | 30,000▼ |
| crystal cost | 20,000 | 15,000▼ |
| Effect | +30% damage absorption | +35% missile intercept rate |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Phase Shielding
Energy shields absorb 30% of all incoming damage.
Requires: defense 2
Point Defense Arrays
Automated turrets intercept incoming missiles and drones. +35% missile intercept rate.
Unlocks buildings: point defense array
Requires: defense 2
Which Should You Research First?
Both sit at the same tier. The Point Defense Arrays is the cheaper project, so it's the safer early pick if your economy is tight; otherwise prioritise whichever effect supports your current strategy.