FACTORIO / SPACE AGE
Space Age
Space platforms, planetary chains and expansion-exclusive technologies.
14 entriesReviewed 2026-10-27
Version-aware coverage — reviewed October 27, 2026. Factorio 2.1 became stable on October 23, 2026 and focuses on improvements rather than new planets. Space Age is a separate expansion: orbital platforms, quality tiers, Vulcanus, Fulgora, Gleba and Aquilo require that DLC. We do not invent precise recipe rates, map seeds or live balance statistics.
ENCYCLOPEDIA / SPACE AGE
Space Age reference library
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SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeSpace Age expansion
DLC that adds interplanetary logistics, space platforms, planets, advanced science and new mechanics.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeSpace platform hub
Central unit of a space platform responsible for platform cargo and travel logistics.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeAsteroid collector
Space platform machine collecting asteroid fragments for further processing.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeAsteroid crusher
Space platform processing machine used to turn asteroid chunks into usable materials.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeThruster
Space Age engine that moves space platforms and consumes suitable fuels.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeCargo landing pad
Planetary destination for cargo transferred from space logistics.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeBig mining drill
Space Age large drilling equipment unlocked from Vulcanus-related technology.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeQuality modules
Space Age system that creates items of higher quality tiers when eligible.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeNormal to Legendary quality
Space Age introduces five quality tiers: Normal, Uncommon, Rare, Epic and Legendary.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeRecycling
Space Age: converts eligible items or scrap into recovered materials and supports quality loops.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeSpoilage
Space Age organic resources and some science packs degrade over time.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeHeating tower
Space Age heat infrastructure supporting climate-sensitive industrial setups and power chains.
SPACE AGE DLC · Space AgeRailgun turret
Space Age specialized advanced defensive technology used in late space threats.
BASE / CORE · Space Age2.1 logistics updates
Factorio 2.1 improves space logistics and circuit controls without adding new planets.
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