espionage Tech Comparison
Cyber Warfare Division vs Void Phase Lattice III
Comparing the Cyber Warfare Division (Tier 3) and Void Phase Lattice III (Tier 3), both espionage 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 | Cyber Warfare Division | Void Phase Lattice III |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T3 |
| Research time | 20 | 18▼ |
| metal cost | 30,000▼ | 42,000 |
| crystal cost | 15,000▼ | 24,000 |
| dark matter cost | — | 600▼ |
| Effect | unlocks cyber sabotage: true; +15% -enemy production debuff | +35% stealth detection evade; +20% first strike damage |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Cyber Warfare Division
Hack enemy production facilities to reduce their output by 15% for 24 hours.
Unlocks buildings: cyber ops center
Requires: espionage 2
Void Phase Lattice III
Weaves a phase-shifting cloak lattice into a fighter hull, letting it slip between scan frequencies. Unlocks the Void Specter stealth fighter.
Unlocks ships: void specter
Requires: espionage 3
Which Should You Research First?
Both sit at the same tier. The Cyber Warfare Division is the cheaper project, so it's the safer early pick if your economy is tight; otherwise prioritise whichever effect supports your current strategy.