colonization Tech Comparison
Terraforming I vs Terraforming II
Comparing the Terraforming I (Tier 1) and Terraforming II (Tier 2), both colonization 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 | Terraforming I | Terraforming II |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T1 | T2 |
| Research time | 6▼ | 18 |
| metal cost | 5,000▼ | 25,000 |
| crystal cost | 3,000▼ | 12,000 |
| Effect | +100% colonize tier | +2 colonize tier; +100% building slots |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Terraforming I
Allows colonizing planets with mild conditions.
Unlocks buildings: colony hub
Unlocks ships: colony ship mk1
Terraforming II
Extreme-condition planets become colonizable. +1 building slot per planet.
Requires: colonization 1
Which Should You Research First?
The Terraforming I is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the colonization branch, opening the path toward Terraforming II.