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Surviving Mars

Surviving Mars

March 14, 2018
Paradox Interactive
4.2/5.0(3,200 reviews)

Genres

SimulationStrategyStrategy
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About This Game

Set on the red planet, Surviving Mars challenges players to build and manage a colony while navigating harsh environments and resource scarcity. The core gameplay loop revolves around construction, exploration, and survival, with a focus on balancing the needs of colonists. Its unique setting and deep management mechanics make it a standout in the genre.

Highlights

  • Build and manage a colony on Mars with a variety of structures.
  • Overcome environmental challenges such as dust storms and resource shortages.
  • Research new technologies to improve colony sustainability.
  • Unique art style that blends realism with a clean, minimal aesthetic.
  • Dynamic colonist personalities and needs for a more immersive experience.
  • Multiple challenges and scenarios for diverse playstyles.
  • Expansion packs that enhance gameplay with new features and missions.

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)EnglishFrench (France)GermanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric

Time to Beat

Rushed:36h

Player Reviews

Poor

Player feedback overwhelmingly expresses frustration and disappointment toward Paradox Interactive's handling of the relaunch of Surviving Mars, primarily criticizing the removal of the original game and its DLCs from sale while expecting players to repurchase a modified version. Despite a few positive remarks highlighting the game's enjoyment during previous experiences, the consensus indicates a severe backlash against perceived corporate greed and anti-consumer practices.

Pros

  • • Engaging gameplay with enjoyable colony management mechanics
  • • Visually appealing graphics and art style
  • • Innovative survival elements and progression system
  • • Previous versions offered hundreds of hours of content

Cons

  • • Aggressive monetization and forced repurchase of the game
  • • Removal of original game and DLCs from the store
  • • Numerous bugs and lack of meaningful updates in the new version
  • • Perceived corporate greed and anti-consumer behavior

Based on 118 reviews from steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

Can I Terraform Mars in 100 Days? | Surviving Mars

DLC & Editions

Surviving Mars: In-Dome Buildings Pack
Surviving Mars: In-Dome Buildings Packdlc
Surviving Mars: Below and Beyond
Surviving Mars: Below and Beyonddlc
Surviving Mars: Martian Express
Surviving Mars: Martian Expressdlc
Surviving Mars: Marsvision Song Contest
Surviving Mars: Marsvision Song Contestdlc
Surviving Mars: Project Laika
Surviving Mars: Project Laikadlc
Surviving Mars: Green Planet
Surviving Mars: Green Planetexpansion
Surviving Mars: Space Race
Surviving Mars: Space Raceexpansion
Cities: Skylines + Surviving Mars
Cities: Skylines + Surviving Marsbundle
Surviving Franchise Bundle
Surviving Franchise Bundlebundle
Surviving Mars: Starter Bundle
Surviving Mars: Starter Bundlebundle

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Surviving Mars — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Surviving Mars worth playing?
Surviving Mars has a poor reception from players, holding an average score of 4.2 out of 5 across 3,200 reviews.
How long does it take to beat Surviving Mars?
Surviving Mars takes around 36 hours for a focused playthrough.
Is Surviving Mars included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — Surviving Mars is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is Surviving Mars single-player or multiplayer?
Surviving Mars supports single player.
What platforms is Surviving Mars available on?
Surviving Mars is available on PS4.
When did Surviving Mars release?
Surviving Mars released on March 14, 2018.
What is Surviving Mars's age rating?
Surviving Mars carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.