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Plan your next Space Manager session
Our independent guide helps you deepen your understanding of Space Manager’s core systems. By examining each major pillar—launch sites, contracts, data gathering, research, and engine design—you can make informed decisions that improve efficiency and profitability without relying on undocumented shortcuts.
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Launch Center Comparison
Create a table listing each available launch site’s geographic and weather bonuses. Note how these affect launch efficiency and cost, then choose the site that best aligns with your upcoming mission’s payload.
- Compare regional bonuses to match the payload type you plan to launch.
- Consider weather patterns when scheduling launches to reduce risk.
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Contract Profitability Analysis
Select three active contracts and calculate expected cash, reputation, and XP per launch. Compare these figures against the cost of required rockets to identify the most profitable contract chain.
- Prioritize contracts that match your current technology level.
- Track reputation gains as you complete contracts.
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Data Collection Planning
Map out which planetary attributes you wish to gather. Prioritize sensor upgrades that unlock those attributes, then schedule scans before selling data on the market.
- Install sensors to gather a variety of data about planets.
- Build data centers early to maximize auction profits.
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R&D Skill Prioritization
Review the research tree and rank upgrades by immediate impact—safety, cost reduction, or data storage. Prioritize the top three upgrades to see measurable improvements in subsequent missions.
- Focus on safety upgrades if launches are failing frequently.
- Invest in negotiation skills to cut procurement expenses.
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Engine Profile Optimization
Design two contrasting engine setups: one high thrust, low efficiency and another balanced. Run simulations for each and record launch success rates, then adopt the profile that best meets mission constraints.
- Run multiple simulations to compare thrust versus efficiency trade‑offs.
- Test different profiles to find one suited to similar missions.
