Plasma Technology
Overview
Plasma Technology boosts resource production on all planets. Each level increases Metal, Crystal, and Deuterium output. Unlike most researches, it has a direct, permanent economic effect.
Base Stats
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Base cost | 2,000 Metal · 4,000 Crystal · 1,000 Deuterium |
| Cost factor | 2× per level |
| Prerequisites | Research Lab level 4 · Energy Technology level 8 · Laser Technology level 10 |
Cost Table
| Level | Metal | Crystal | Deuterium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,000 | 4,000 | 1,000 |
| 2 | 4,000 | 8,000 | 2,000 |
| 5 | 32,000 | 64,000 | 16,000 |
| 10 | 1,024,000 | 2,048,000 | 512,000 |
| 15 | 32,768,000 | 65,536,000 | 16,384,000 |
Production Boost
These bonuses apply multiplicatively on top of base mine production.
Boost at Key Levels
| Level | Metal | Crystal | Deuterium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | +5% | +3.3% | +1.65% |
| 10 | +10% | +6.6% | +3.3% |
| 15 | +15% | +9.9% | +4.95% |
| 20 | +20% | +13.2% | +6.6% |
Tips
Late-Game Value
Plasma Tech pays off on accounts with many high-level mines across multiple planets. At 10 colonies with Mine 30+, the 10% metal boost is enormous over months.
Expensive Prerequisites
Energy 8 and Laser 10 are non-trivial. Don't rush Plasma early — focus on drives and combat tech first.
Economy vs Firepower
Every level of Plasma competes for resources with fleet upgrades. Calculate your net income gain before committing.
See Also
Energy Technology · Laser Technology · Metal Mine · Crystal Mine · Deuterium Synthesizer
Updated 16 May 2026