Surviving Mars Tasks Players with Building and Sustaining an Off-World Colony
Justin Lam — February 2, 2018 — Tech
References: store.steampowered & polygon
'Surviving Mars' is a strange and engrossing martian survival simulator. Developed by Haemimont -- a Bulgarian based studio best known for creating the Tropico series -- Surviving Mars tasks player with establishing and maintaining a colony on the red planet. The game is set to release in March of 2018 and will be available on Mac, PlayStation 4, Windows PC and Xbox One.
Gameplay in Surviving Mars takes influence from top down stratagy games as well as management simulation games. Mining resources, refining goods, building structures and connecting shipping routes, comprise most of the game as players attempt to ensure the survival of their colonists. However, these gameplay elements only show the tip of the iceberg as alien mysteries and political intrigue add to the games challenge. These elements build onto the story of the game and let the layer experience something unique and interactive. Personal decisions affect the story and challenges vary depending on colonists' attitudes.
Gameplay in Surviving Mars takes influence from top down stratagy games as well as management simulation games. Mining resources, refining goods, building structures and connecting shipping routes, comprise most of the game as players attempt to ensure the survival of their colonists. However, these gameplay elements only show the tip of the iceberg as alien mysteries and political intrigue add to the games challenge. These elements build onto the story of the game and let the layer experience something unique and interactive. Personal decisions affect the story and challenges vary depending on colonists' attitudes.
Trend Themes
1. Martian Survival Simulators - The rise of martian survival simulators offers opportunities for developers to create immersive and challenging experiences that simulate the realities of living on Mars.
2. Top-down Strategy Games - The integration of top-down strategy elements in games like 'Surviving Mars' creates opportunities for innovative gameplay mechanics and strategic decision-making.
3. Interactive Storytelling in Gaming - The inclusion of interactive storytelling and player-driven narratives in games like 'Surviving Mars' opens up possibilities for immersive and engaging experiences that evolve based on player choices.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Development - The development of martian survival simulators and games with top-down strategy elements creates opportunities for video game developers to cater to a growing audience interested in unique and challenging gaming experiences.
2. Space Exploration Technology - The rise of martian survival simulators can inspire advancements in space exploration technology as developers strive to create realistic and immersive virtual environments of Mars to enhance gameplay experiences.
3. Entertainment and Media - The incorporation of interactive storytelling in games like 'Surviving Mars' presents opportunities for the entertainment and media industry to create engaging and immersive content that allows consumers to actively shape the narrative.
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