We are going to be trying something different this weekend when we reset the beta server and we would like everyone to test the changes.

There will be one HUGE change but it shouldn't stump anyone too badly.

Ship tech levels will range from 0 to 400 instead of 0 to 40.

Planet tech levels will range from 0 to 540 instead of 0 to 54.

Yes you read right. The cost for a 400 tech level will be almost the same as a 40 tech level. We are trying something new that will smooth out the tech level cost increases. As you get later in the game those costs really jump in a huge way. The combat will be changed to compensate for the changes in tech levels as well. I think people will like this change as it will make upgrading and repairing a little less painfull. Also, when your ship or planet takes tech level damage it is more finely spread out so it doesn't hurt as much as it does now.