bases actually do extend your jump range if your route takes you through one with an he3 farm iirc. at least I remember seeing that on a tip. Never tested to see how true it is because I could literally jump from one side of the galaxy to the other since I had 1100 fuel and a 36ly jump range.
It’s pretty clear there was supposed to be a fuel requirement for the ships. Bases would have extended your range and had a purpose.
My guess is they cut all that content to broaden the appeal of the game.
bases actually do extend your jump range if your route takes you through one with an he3 farm iirc. at least I remember seeing that on a tip. Never tested to see how true it is because I could literally jump from one side of the galaxy to the other since I had 1100 fuel and a 36ly jump range.