Surviving Mars
Mar 15, 2018 8 years ago
Surviving Mars is a sci-fi city builder all about colonizing Mars and surviving the process. Choose a space agency for resources and financial support before determining a location for your colony. Build domes and infrastructure, research new possibilities and utilize drones to unlock more elaborate ways to shape and expand your settlement. Cultivate your own food, mine minerals or just relax by the bar after a hard day’s work. Most important of all, though, is keeping your colonists alive. Not an easy task on a strange new planet.
What it’s like
Surviving Mars delivers a deeply satisfying sandbox experience where you orchestrate the delicate balance of survival and expansion on a hostile red planet. The core loop revolves around meticulous resource management, from oxygen and water to food and power, requiring strategic placement of domes and infrastructure. While the early game offers a forgiving introduction to these systems, the mid-to-late stages demand intense attention to detail as crises like dust storms or equipment failures threaten your colony's existence. The progression is driven by a robust tech tree that unlocks new capabilities, encouraging varied playstyles through different space agency partnerships. The tone is one of isolated determination and scientific optimism, underscored by an atmospheric visual style that captures the stark beauty of the Martian landscape. It is less about narrative drama and more about the quiet triumph of engineering a sustainable society against the odds.
Strong in Gameplay / MechanicsSimulation / ManagementSystems Depth / Build VarietyAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicPacingPolish / PerformanceProgression / ReplayabilityVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The game can feel repetitive during long stretches of routine resource gathering, which may bore players seeking constant action or narrative progression. Additionally, the difficulty spike in later stages can be punishing for those unaccustomed to complex simulation management.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 15, 20188 years ago |
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 15, 20188 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 15, 20188 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 15, 20188 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 15, 20188 years ago |
