Modules

Astroneer's main element is the modules. Modules include every functional and attachable object that helps the player. Some modules must be built within a Platform or on a Vehicles. Not all modules are unlocked from the beginning, so players will have to unlock them through research. Some objects, like Tether, function differently than a module, because they do not require Attachment Slots in order to function. These are called Deployables.

Small Tier

• See Widgets and Augments

Medium Tier

• Habitat: Player can expand their base to another location or planet using this module
• Medium Storage: Stores up to 8 Tier-1 Objects
• Medium Solar Panel: Generate Power from sunlight
• Medium Wind Turbine: Generate Power from the wind
• Medium Generator: Generate Power from Coal
• 1-Seat: Player can drive vehicles using this
• Drill Head: Excavate terrains when paired with Crane or Large Rover
• Winch: Pulls large undraggable objects
• Thruster: Consumes Hydrazine to give vehicle directional control

Large Tier

• Buildable at Medium Fabricator
  • Fuel Condenser: Generates Hydrazine using power
  • Mineral Extractor: Extracts resources from terrain 
  • Printer: Fabricates most of the Medium Tier Modules
  • Research: Unlocks new schematics out of Artifacts
  • Smelter: Refine raw materials into its refined forms
  • Trade Platform: Trades resources into another
  • Vehicle Bay: Fabricates Vehicles and its attachments
  • Hydrazine Catalyzer: Converts Ammonium into Hydrazine
• Buildable at Vehicle Bay
  • Large Storage: Provides attachment slots for up to four Tier-2 objects
  • Crane: When paired with Drill Head, capable of excavating terrains at a rapid pace
  • 3-Seat: Carries 3 passengers