On Mars
1–4 players • 150 min • ages 14+ • Lavka Games • 2020
- Publisher
- Lavka Games · YOKA Board Games · Korea Boardgames · Arclight
- First published
- 2020
- Players
- 1–4 players
- Playing time
- 150 min
- Age
- 14+
- Genre
- Tile based game
How it plays
On Mars plays 1–4 players, takes about 150 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 14 and up.
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Where it came from
On Mars was designed by Vital Lacerda and originally released in 2020, with the Lavka Games edition serving as a localized version of this complex strategy title. The game was developed during a period of rising interest in heavy, engine-building eurogames that prioritize thematic integration, specifically focusing on the scientific and logistical challenges of colonizing the Martian surface. Lacerda intended to capture the multi-faceted difficulty of managing resources and technology under extreme environmental constraints, creating a game renowned for its intricate mechanical interdependence.
The graphic design and illustration were handled by Ian O'Toole, who is widely recognized in the hobby for his functional, clean aesthetic that helps players navigate dense rule sets. By utilizing a distinct color palette and precise iconography, O'Toole aimed to make the game’s deep strategic layers accessible despite the sheer volume of components and administrative tracking. Upon its release, the title was lauded by the enthusiast community for its depth and visual clarity, cementing its reputation as a definitive experience in the modern heavy strategy genre.
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About On Mars
On Mars is a game in the Board Games catalog on collecto.rs. 1–4 players • 150 min • ages 14+ • Lavka Games • 2020. It's filed under tile-based game. The catalog entry lists set collection as its mechanic. Catalog data is sourced from Wikidata. No public games collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How do you play On Mars?
On Mars is a board game for 1–4 players, running about 150 minutes, filed under tile-based game. The catalog entry lists set collection as its mechanic. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is On Mars for?
On Mars is built for 1–4 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does On Mars take to play?
A game of On Mars is listed at about 150 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is On Mars for?
On Mars lists a minimum age of 14. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
Who publishes On Mars?
On Mars is published by Lavka Games, YOKA Board Games, Korea Boardgames and Arclight. The catalog gives its publication year as 2020.
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