propulsion Tech Comparison
Void Drives vs Slipstream Navigation
Comparing the Void Drives (Tier 3) and Slipstream Navigation (Tier 3), both propulsion 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 | Void Drives | Slipstream Navigation |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T3 |
| Research time | 36 | 15▼ |
| metal cost | 80,000 | 25,000▼ |
| crystal cost | 40,000 | 12,000▼ |
| antimatter cost | 500▼ | — |
| gas cost | — | 5,000▼ |
| Effect | cross sector jump: true | +30% travel speed |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Void Drives
Instantaneous cross-galaxy jumps. Enables rapid response.
Requires: propulsion 2
Slipstream Navigation
Pilots trained to ride gravitational slipstreams cut interstellar travel time by 30%.
Unlocks buildings: navigation academy
Requires: propulsion 2
Which Should You Research First?
Both sit at the same tier. The Slipstream Navigation is the cheaper project, so it's the safer early pick if your economy is tight; otherwise prioritise whichever effect supports your current strategy.