Ion Technology
Overview
Ion Technology harnesses charged particle beams. It unlocks the Cruiser, Bomber, and several powerful defence structures. Required for Hyperspace Technology.
Base Stats
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Base cost | 1,000 Metal · 300 Crystal · 100 Deuterium |
| Cost factor | 2× per level |
| Prerequisites | Research Lab level 4 · Laser Technology level 5 · Energy Technology level 4 |
Cost Table
| Level | Metal | Crystal | Deuterium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,000 | 300 | 100 |
| 2 | 2,000 | 600 | 200 |
| 4 | 8,000 | 2,400 | 800 |
| 5 | 16,000 | 4,800 | 1,600 |
| 7 | 64,000 | 19,200 | 6,400 |
Research Unlocks
| Level | Unlocks |
|---|---|
| 4 | Hyperspace Technology |
| 5 | Bomber |
| 4 | Ion Cannon |
Tips
Get to Level 4 Quickly
Ion Technology 4 unlocks Hyperspace Technology, which leads to the Hyperspace Drive and ultimately the Battleship and beyond. Keep levelling.
See Also
Laser Technology · Hyperspace Technology · Cruiser · Bomber · Ion Cannon
Updated 16 May 2026