# Mars Quest : 8-bit — so difficult it hurts!

> Retro 8-bit arcade game with challenging Mars exploration and alien avoidance. (iPhone/iPad app by First Class Media B.V..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-quest-8-bit/id491304485 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [First Class Media B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1394094946)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 91 App Store ratings · 92 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 93 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-08-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-quest-8-bit/id491304485/reviews.md

## What is Mars Quest?

A must-have if you grew up in the eighties or if you are a C64, Atari, arcade or 8-bit lover. Nostalgic feelings guaranteed!

*** REVIEWS *** 
- SlideToPlay.com: "Mars Quest is a good choice if you need to get your nostalgia on"
- AppsOnTapp.com: "a fun and addicting retro game"
- AppFavour.com: "Today's Best Apps August 18th 2012"

*** WHAT PLAYERS SAY ***
- "Super fun game that can be played over and over again. I'm ultra picky about games I let take up valuable space on my iPhone, but this one is a must!"
- "A great little arcade game that I enjoy playing"
- "Fun game, addictive"
- "Once you start, you dont want to stop playing :)"

*** FEATURES ***
- Game Center scores and achievements
- 8-bit retro music
- Guide the astronaut safely through all levels
- Avoid all aliens and obstacles on Mars
- Think smart to advance to the next level
- Be careful when the speed level increases!

## Key features

- 8-bit retro music
- Guide astronaut through levels
- Avoid aliens and obstacles
- Smart level progression
- Increasing speed challenges
- Game Center scores and achievements

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove advertising | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1 extra life | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 extra lives | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 extra lives | $2.99 | one-time |
| 25 extra lives | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 92)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-quest-8-bit/id491304485/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Why can’t i download anymore

*2020-07-07, version 1.4.1*

Try to redownload this game, but can’t anymore😢

### 5/5 — Update

*2019-01-15*

The only thing that I like is this

### 5/5 — Update ?

*2018-10-14*

Loved this game just wish I could still play it :( 
bc of the iOS update I no longer can

### 5/5 — Review

*2018-08-03*

Incredibly good game but PLEASE update it to make it work with IOS11! I found I couldn’t play it anymore!

**Developer response:** It took a while, but we've re-released the game earlier this year in working condition!

### 5/5 — Still a great game

*2018-06-03*

Looks very much like the old Commodore 64 game "Snoopy" by C. Kramer. That was also a great game for the day

### 4/5 — 80's

*2017-01-20*

It's alright if you like retro games, the noises are annoying but who cares. IT'S RETRO!!!!!! ;)

### 5/5 — Best app

*2017-01-02*

Fine game)))

### 5/5 — Шикарная игра для любителей настоящего ретро !

*2016-12-22*

Не занимает места, отлично подходит для случаев, когда нужно убить время; графика и звук шикарные :)

### 1/5 — Не качайте

*2016-07-31*

Часто зависает и глючт

### 5/5 — I LUV IT

*2016-03-23, version 1.4.1*

I LUV IT

## Frequently asked questions about Mars Quest

### What is Mars Quest: 8-bit?

Mars Quest: 8-bit is a retro arcade game designed to evoke nostalgia for the 1980s. Players guide an astronaut through various levels on Mars, avoiding aliens and obstacles while enjoying 8-bit graphics and music.

### What are the key features of Mars Quest: 8-bit?

Key features include authentic 8-bit retro music, the ability to guide an astronaut safely through levels, avoiding aliens and obstacles, smart thinking to advance, and increasing speed challenges. It also supports Game Center for scores and achievements.

### How much does Mars Quest: 8-bit cost?

The application is free to download and play. It includes advertisements and offers in-app purchases, allowing players to enhance their experience or progress.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect?

The gameplay is described as challenging and addictive, requiring players to think smart to advance. As you progress, the speed level increases, adding to the difficulty and excitement of navigating through Martian environments filled with aliens and obstacles.

### Who is this game for?

This game is ideal for individuals who grew up in the eighties or have a fondness for classic 8-bit gaming platforms like C64, Atari, and arcades. It's designed to provide a nostalgic and fun, yet difficult, gaming experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.2 — 2026-04-07

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.0.1 — 2026-01-21

2026 relaunch with increased nostalgia factor!
- retro music
- game controller support
- old tv effect

### 2.0.0 — 2026-01-20

2026 relaunch with increased nostalgia factor!
- retro music
- game controller support
- old tv effect

### 1.4.1 — 2013-07-30

- bugfixes and improvements 

We hope you enjoy playing Mars Quest. Please rate this app after every update! 

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Thanks for your support! If you have any problems or suggestions please send an e-mail to support@retropixel.org - we will always read your e-mail and reply to it!

### 1.4 — 2013-02-23

- bugfixes and improvements 

We hope you enjoy playing Mars Quest. Please rate this app after every update! 

Please follow us: 
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Thanks for your support! If you have any problems or suggestions please send an e-mail to support@retropixel.org - we will always read your e-mail and reply to it!

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-17.*