propulsion Tech Comparison
Void Drives vs Jump Gate Network
Comparing the Void Drives (Tier 3) and Jump Gate Network (Tier 4), 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 | Jump Gate Network |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T4 |
| Research time | 36▼ | 64 |
| metal cost | 80,000▼ | 160,000 |
| crystal cost | 40,000▼ | 80,000 |
| antimatter cost | 500▼ | 1,000 |
| dark matter cost | — | 800▼ |
| Effect | cross sector jump: true | unlocks jump gates: true; fixed lane instant travel: true |
▼ 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
Jump Gate Network
Paired stargates create permanent fixed-link jump corridors between distant sectors, enabling instant fleet transit along established lanes.
Unlocks buildings: jump gate
Requires: propulsion 7, propulsion 3
Which Should You Research First?
The Void Drives is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the propulsion branch, opening the path toward Jump Gate Network.