colonization Tech Comparison
Terraforming II vs Hostile World Adaptation
Comparing the Terraforming II (Tier 2) and Hostile World Adaptation (Tier 3), 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 II | Hostile World Adaptation |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T2 | T3 |
| Research time | 18▼ | 30 |
| metal cost | 25,000▼ | 50,000 |
| crystal cost | 12,000▼ | 25,000 |
| gas cost | — | 8,000▼ |
| Effect | +2 colonize tier; +100% building slots | +3 colonize tier |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Terraforming II
Extreme-condition planets become colonizable. +1 building slot per planet.
Requires: colonization 1
Hostile World Adaptation
Life support domes allow thriving colonies on toxic and irradiated worlds.
Unlocks buildings: life support dome
Requires: colonization 2
Which Should You Research First?
The Terraforming II is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the colonization branch, opening the path toward Hostile World Adaptation.