Strategic Progression

Corporation Decision Tree

Game Version: Hotfix 0.1.2 (Updated: Jan 17, 2026)

Not sure which corporation to level first? Answer a few questions about your playstyle and goals, and get a personalized progression roadmap that fits your needs.

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How to Use Corporation Decision Tree

Get personalized corporation progression recommendations based on your playstyle

Question 1 of 4

What stage of the game are you at?

This helps determine which unlocks are most valuable right now.

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Playstyle Comparison

Common Progression Routes

See how different playstyles approach corporation progression.

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Explorer Route

For players who love discovering new areas and finding all the secrets.

Typical Order

  1. Griffiths Blue (Map unlocks)
  2. Starting Corp (Better tools)
  3. Moon Energy (Power for exploration gear)
  4. Commerce (Resource efficiency)

Best For

  • Players who enjoy exploration
  • Blueprint collectors
  • Completionists
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Builder Route

Optimized for base building and production automation.

Typical Order

  1. Moon Energy (Power foundation)
  2. Starting Corp (Basic automation)
  3. Commerce (Advanced automation)
  4. Griffiths Blue (Quality of life)

Best For

  • Factory builders
  • Automation enthusiasts
  • Efficiency optimizers
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Combat Route

Maximum combat effectiveness for aggressive playstyles.

Typical Order

  1. Griffiths Blue (Weapons)
  2. Vanguard Corp (Defense)
  3. Moon Energy (Power for weapons)
  4. Commerce (Resource for ammo)

Best For

  • Combat-focused players
  • Challenge seekers
  • PvE enthusiasts
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Speed Run Route

Fastest path to unlock essential features and reach endgame.

Typical Order

  1. Griffiths Blue L2 (Map)
  2. Starting Corp L3 (Core tools)
  3. Moon Energy L3 (Power)
  4. Commerce L2 (Efficiency)

Best For

  • Experienced players
  • Second playthroughs
  • Efficiency-focused progression

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