Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition
Terraform Mars in half the time with all the engine-building satisfaction
Who it's for
Fans of Terraforming Mars who want a tighter experience, or players who love engine builders like Race for the Galaxy. Solo mode is excellent.
Not for you if…
Players who love the full Terraforming Mars board interaction may miss the map and tile placement. Not for those who dislike engine builders.
Vibe's take
Streamlined, satisfying, engine-driven, simultaneous
About this game
Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition is a streamlined card game adaptation of Terraforming Mars. Players simultaneously select phases to play cards, build engines, and raise planetary parameters. Captures the engine-building satisfaction of the original in roughly half the time.
Get it
from €35
Mechanics
By the numbers
Players
Duration
45–60 min
Ages 12+
Complexity
2.9 / 5 — MediumBGG Rating
7.4/10
Rank #188
21k ratings
Published
2021
Language
Moderate text
Designed by
Jacob Fryxelius, Sydney Engelstein, Nick Little (I)
Published by
MINDOK, Surfin' Meeple China, Lavka Games, Korea Boardgames, Lex Games, Intrafin Games, Stronghold Games, Kilogames, Maldito Games, Reflexshop, MIPL, Schwerkraft-Verlag, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Board Game Rookie, Arclight Games, FryxGames, MeepleBR, Ghenos Games
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