# Mars Base

> Colony simulation game focused on Martian agriculture and base expansion. (iPhone/iPad app by Freedom Games, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-base/id6446384104 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Freedom Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677582572)
- Category: Games, Role Playing, Simulation
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 70 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-base/id6446384104/reviews.md

## What is Mars Base?

Welcome to Mars, adventurer! You have been selected to join the latest Mars colonization mission, establishing a permanent human presence on the enigmatic Red Planet. Your assignment is at Mars Base, located in the scenic Erebus Montes region on the Amazonis Planitia. Your job? Make sure that our nascent colony can sustain itself through agriculture. Achieve the impossible and convert the harsh Martian soil into arable land, to grow everything the colonists need to survive. If successful, you'll mark the beginning of Human-Martian history.



However, never forget that you'll be working tens of millions of kilometers away from Earth. Resupply is not an option for the most dangerous gardening job ever.


WELCOME TO MARS BASE
The scenic Erebus Montes region is located in one of the most fascinating regions of Mars, with a rich geological history. Mars Base will be tasked with digging into this rich history and help humanity understand our next home a little better.

- The base is a living organism, with dozens of facilities. You will have access to all the necessary essentials upon landing, including crafting facilities, research labs, solar power plants, and your trusty greenhouses.
- Every colonist has something to share. Be sure to interact with your fellow expedition members to learn their stories and see if you can't help them with their tasks. Teamwork!
- More colonists will join you at the base every two Earth years, bringing with them more job expertise and assisting in growing Mars Base. See it grow from an outpost to humanity's first extraterrestrial city!


SCIENCE THE "CROP" OUT OF MARS
As the expedition's main botanist, you'll be responsible for turning a dead planet into a living one, a planter at a time. The other colonists will certainly appreciate your tireless labor to keep them fed and alive.

- Martian soil can be toxic and barren, so botanists have to get creative. Starting with raw resources supplied by fellow colonists on a daily basis, you'll be able to gradually turn this sterile land into something much more suited for life to thrive.
- A colonist does not live on “poo-tatoes” alone. Expand agriculture endeavors to provide a variety of crops and provide them with all the necessary micronutrients. Scurvy is not fun - and positively lethal when in the red variety instead of yellow.
- Utilize a broad range of tools to succeed, from modular planters that can be combined in an infinite variety of configurations to autonomous robots to automate much of the labor.


MISSION: MARS
Mars is more than just humanity's first foothold in the stars. It is also endless wind-swept plains and cyclopean mountains above ground, gigantic pyroducts and vast caverns below, as well as the most hostile environment humanity has set foot upon. Grow your crops, pack them for the journey, and venture out beyond the safe perimeter of Mars Base to explore the Red Planet!

- If you brave the dust storms on the surface and the undiscovered mysteries of the underground, you will gain access to valuable resources for crafting tools and supplies. You might even help further the mission's scientific research goals while you're at it.
- Crafting is essential. Bring back those resources and see what can be made to help you survive the challenges of Mars - or grow your agricultural projects instead!
- During down time, don your iconic chef hat and whip up Martian-cooked meals with freshly grown produce, race Mars rovers for research, or build rockets to explore other celestial bodies beyond the red horizon.
- Settle into your assigned living space - a fully customizable home base - to catch up on sleep after a hard day’s work. We would like all colonists to remember that, on Mars, while sleep may be optional, work is not.

## Key features

- Cultivate crops on Mars
- Manage a growing colony
- Interact with fellow colonists
- Build and upgrade facilities
- Explore the Martian surface
- Crafting and research

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-base/id6446384104/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Could have been a good game but bad input handling

*2025-06-07*

Please implement proper input controls! 

Pros: The game is a nice simple casual game. It's a full game with no in-app purchases (as far as I can tell), which I like. 

Cons: The game seems ported from a Console and expects joysticks - better buy it on any other platform than phone! On iPhone, it's very hard to select anything (e.g. common tasks like watering plants). The virtual touchscreen controller just jumps around aimlessly. 

Support link doesn't forward correctly to Indie IO. Discord Support doesn't respond because: busy with new game... I'd consider this abandoned.

### 1/5 — Bad controls and UI…

*2025-03-11*

I can’t really review the actual game because the UI and controls are so messy that it feels like the devs never even bothered testing their game on mobile.
The dpad is stuck in a weird position and makes it really hard controlling correctly the character. Some buttons are not responding, probably because they are too close to each other. Some menu are just impossible to navigate and certain options, like the colour selection are direct proof that it’s a lazy port from PC because you need to move 2mm cursors, which are so close to each other that you just can’t do that.
Too bad, the game itself might be enjoyable but since I can’t play it without frustration, I can’t say anything about it…

### 3/5 — Has potential

*2024-10-05*

An interesting concept, but feels clunky on a phone. I feel like this would work well on a handheld gaming device. The controls are tiny and have strange sensitivity. Even just designing a character was incredibly frustrating

### 4/5 — Mars

*2024-05-28*

Please need a zoomfor bigger print it’s to tiny ‘please can you help with that . It’s a good game , ‘just need to be bigger ‘ but top game xxx

### 4/5 — Mars base

*2023-12-17*

Great game, would be awesome if it had backbone support

### 2/5 — Not finish?

*2023-10-13*

The game I think isn’t finished not sure wants you collect 50 carbon you need to find it take me to the menu not sure what to do

## Frequently asked questions about Mars Base

### What is the main goal of Mars Base?

The main goal of Mars Base is to establish a self-sustaining human colony on Mars by successfully cultivating crops in the challenging Martian environment and managing the base's growth.

### Can I play Mars Base offline?

The provided data does not specify whether Mars Base supports offline play. However, as a paid game, it is likely to offer offline functionality.

### How much does Mars Base cost?

Mars Base is a paid application, priced at $4.99. This is a one-time purchase with no additional in-app purchases or subscriptions mentioned.

### What devices is Mars Base available on?

Mars Base is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS platforms.

### How often is Mars Base updated?

Mars Base was last updated on October 12, 2023, with version 1.2.0. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing support and development.

### What is the age rating for Mars Base?

Mars Base has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for players aged 12 and above.

### Does Mars Base have ads?

No, Mars Base does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience.

### What kind of gameplay mechanics can I expect in Mars Base?

Gameplay in Mars Base involves managing agricultural endeavors, utilizing crafting facilities and research labs, interacting with colonists, and exploring the Martian surface.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2023-10-12

- Minor Martian bug fixes

### 1.1.8 — 2023-09-19

No release notes.

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