On Mars

From Eagle-Gryphon Games:

THE NEXT FRONTIER OF HUMAN ENDEAVOUR!

The first settlers arrived on Mars in the year 2037. In the decades after the Mars Base Camp was established, private exploration companies started working towards the creation of a self-sustaining colony.

As a chief astronaut from one of these enterprises, you want to be a pioneer in developing the biggest, most advanced colony on Mars. In the beginning, you are very dependent on supplies from Earth, and have to travel a lot between the Mars Space Station and the surface of the planet. As the colony expands, your reliance on material from Earth will lessen as you construct mines, power generators, water extractors, greenhouses, oxygen factories, and shelters. Your aim is to become a self-sufficient colony, independent of any terrestrial organization.

This will require carefully balancing the importance of water, air, power, and food — The things we need to survive.

Do you dare take part in humankind’s greatest challenge?

On Mars is played over several rounds. When in orbit, you can take blueprints, buy and develop technologies, and take supplies from the Warehouse. When on the surface of the planet, you can construct buildings with your bots, upgrade these buildings using blueprints, lead scientists and acquire new contracts, and explore the planet's surface with your rover. In the Shuttle Phase, players may travel between the colony and the Space Station in orbit. To win the game, players must significantly contribute to the development of the first colony on Mars.

On Mars, from Eagle-Gryphon Games, is undoubtedly one of the best tabletop games for strategy enthusiasts and outer space fans. Imagine colonizing Mars, where you’ll manage resources, build infrastructure, and create thriving colonies, all with the goal of being self-sustaining. This immersive gameplay challenges you to think critically while strategizing your moves against other players.

Why should you dive into On Mars? Firstly, the gameplay blends complexity with rewarding strategies, making it ideal for adults who enjoy cool board games. Each turn allows you to push your planning skills to the limit, ensuring no two games are alike. Additionally, the stunning artwork enhances the experience, drawing you deeper into the Martian landscape.

If you’re searching for a captivating and mentally stimulating experience, On Mars is a must-try. It will not only test your strategic thinking but also provide endless fun with friends or family, solidifying its place among the top strategy board games for adults.

Components:  

• 1 Game board
• 4 Player boards
• 4 Astronaut meeples
• 4 OP disks
• 16 Bot meeples
• 32 Advanced Building markers
• 48 Colonist meeples
• 4 Rover meeples
• 20 Ship markers
• 20 cubes
• 6 Scientist meeples
• 1 Colony level marker
• 1 Shuttle marker
• 4 LSS Track markers
• 5 Starting Building tiles
• 30 Building tiles
• 20 Shelter Building tiles
• 1 Removeable Building tiles display tray
• 100 Resource tiles
• 30 Crystals
• 8 Research tiles
• 19 Discovery tiles
• 16 Tech tiles
• 4 Shelter Tech tiles
• 3 Mission cubes
• 1 Remaining Missions tracker
• 3 Mission markers
• 8 LSS Reward tiles
• 6 First Colonist tiles
• 12 First Colonist cards
• 1 Scientists and Contracts Board
• 24 Blueprint cards
• 6 Scientist cards
• 12 Earth Contract cards
• 16 Private Goal cards
• 9 Mission cards
• 12 Solo cards
• 4 Player aids
• 1 Rule book
• 1 Reference book