ResearchMax Level 15
Research Laboratory
Accelerates technology research. Higher level = faster research.
Effect per Level
| Level | Effect (cumulative) |
|---|---|
| 1 | +5% research speed |
| 5 | +25% research speed |
| 10 | +50% research speed |
| 15 | +75% research speed |
Cost Scaling
| Level | metal | crystal | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 800 | 600 | 25m |
| 5 | 4,050 | 3,038 | 1h 36m |
| 10 | 30,755 | 23,066 | 8h 37m |
| 15 | 233,543 | 175,158 | 46h 18m |
Formula: base_cost × 1.5^(level−1)
Requirements
No prerequisites — available from the start of your colony.
Unlocks
Strategy Tips
More research speed = faster tech unlocks. Keep at parity with your Shipyard level.
Lore
Knowledge is the only weapon that never runs out of ammunition.