Project Moon left Early Access with Lobotomy Corporation on 9 April 2018, putting you in charge of a facility that farms energy out of caged Abnormalities. Each of the fifty days sets an Enkephalin quota you meet by ordering agents to perform Instinct, Insight, Attachment or Repression work on things that very much do not want to cooperate. A run of bad work results drives an Abnormality's Qliphoth Counter to zero, it breaches, and a facility that looked stable at 80 percent quota can empty out in ninety seconds.
Choosing the right build shapes your entire experience. This guide breaks down every option: what they're good at, what they struggle with, and which one matches your playstyle. For optimized builds with full gear sets, see our builds guide.
Quick Comparison
| Build | Tier | Playstyle | Best Equipment | Beginner Friendly? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control Team (Malkuth) | A | Balanced | Penitence | Yes |
| Information Team (Yesod) | A | Balanced | Fourth Match Flame | Yes |
| Training Team (Hod) | A | Balanced | Justitia | Yes |
| Safety Team (Netzach) | A | Balanced | Da Capo | Yes |
| Disciplinary Team (Gebura) | A | Balanced | Twilight | Yes |
New player? Start with Information Team (Yesod). See our beginner's guide for why.
Control Team (Malkuth)
Control Team (Malkuth) is a strong option in Lobotomy Corporation.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Penitence |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Qliphoth Counter and breaches |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Penitence
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Control Team (Asiyah) to learn Control Team (Malkuth)-specific mechanics
- Focus on Qliphoth Counter and breaches. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Penitence as your first major upgrade
- See our full Control Team (Malkuth) build guide for the optimal gear progression
Information Team (Yesod)
Information Team (Yesod) is a strong option in Lobotomy Corporation.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Fourth Match Flame |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Four work types and the Virtues |
Strengths
- Most versatile, adapts to any situation
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Fourth Match Flame
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Control Team (Asiyah) to learn Information Team (Yesod)-specific mechanics
- Focus on Four work types and the Virtues. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Fourth Match Flame as your first major upgrade
- See our full Information Team (Yesod) build guide for the optimal gear progression
Training Team (Hod)
Training Team (Hod) is a strong option in Lobotomy Corporation.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Justitia |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Qliphoth Meltdown timers |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Justitia
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Control Team (Asiyah) to learn Training Team (Hod)-specific mechanics
- Focus on Qliphoth Meltdown timers. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Justitia as your first major upgrade
- See our full Training Team (Hod) build guide for the optimal gear progression
Safety Team (Netzach)
Safety Team (Netzach) is a strong option in Lobotomy Corporation.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Da Capo |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | E.G.O. weapons, suits and gifts |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Da Capo
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Control Team (Asiyah) to learn Safety Team (Netzach)-specific mechanics
- Focus on E.G.O. weapons, suits and gifts. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Da Capo as your first major upgrade
- See our full Safety Team (Netzach) build guide for the optimal gear progression
Disciplinary Team (Gebura)
Disciplinary Team (Gebura) is a strong option in Lobotomy Corporation.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Twilight |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Core Suppressions |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Twilight
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Control Team (Asiyah) to learn Disciplinary Team (Gebura)-specific mechanics
- Focus on Core Suppressions. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Twilight as your first major upgrade
- See our full Disciplinary Team (Gebura) build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Build Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Information Team (Yesod) is the clear winner. It's forgiving, teaches core mechanics, and remains competitive into endgame. Follow our beginner's guide for the best first-session experience.
For Maximum Performance
Control Team (Malkuth) is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Penitence for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Disciplinary Team (Gebura) offers the highest skill ceiling. It's punishing when misplayed but incredibly rewarding when mastered. Only recommended after you've completed the game with another build.
For Group Play
Safety Team (Netzach) shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
More Lobotomy Corporation Guides
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- Lobotomy Corporation Tier List
- Lobotomy Corporation Walkthrough
- Lobotomy Corporation Beginner's Guide
- Lobotomy Corporation Tips & Tricks
- Lobotomy Corporation Weapons Guide
- Lobotomy Corporation Combat Guide
- Lobotomy Corporation Boss Guide
- Lobotomy Corporation Maps & Locations
- Lobotomy Corporation Crafting Guide
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