Dear Players,

Development on Mars 2030 began in the summer of 2015. We continued to update the game with dozens of planned features until the last update (1.5.1) in June of 2020.

Unfortunately, due to the changing world of 2020 and the decline of sales, we have decided to discontinue Mars 2030.

We hope to release a "Remastered Edition" in the future, but there is no ETA. You can still play Mars 2030 (1.5) from your Steam library for now, but if you wish to gain free access to the new edition once released you may need to contact us directly.

For players who had as much fun getting to Mars as we did, we are sorry it has come to this. We wish there were more of you.

Live long and prosper,
GM-X
ːArmstrongː ːBotanistː ːMars2030ː ːMarsMissionː ːSpaceDocː\

https://store.steampowered.com/app/416070/Mars_2030/

A fix and expansion has been released for the continue system. We apologize for the frustration this caused players who made it half way to Mars. In 1.5.1 as long as you survive the first 25% of the trek, you will be able to continue forever to reach orbit. In some cases, it still makes more sense to abort the mission and restart.

If you have never made it to the green red planet before, your chances are better than ever. The game otherwise remains difficult to beat, but with the new Jury-Rig function placed on tab [3], you can now fix any leaks your crew were unable to repair. This costs 10-hull points.

Failure to remove a computer virus still spells doom for your crew - if you are not already very close to Mars but the chances of it are very low. There are a few other "doomed" situations we are looking at adding second chances to recover from.

Overall, players have been hostile in their reviews of Mars 2030 for being brutal and rather buggy. Losing is fun and this is a game about losing in spectacular ways. But buggy is not fun.

We will keep updating Mars 2030 with new features - if at all possible, until the year 2030. We are determined to make each new release smoother and even more unpredictable.

• Jury-Rig function added! You can now fix leaks at the cost of max hull points.
  
• Crew Members can fall in love, and more.
  
• Continue no longer breaks Alert LED System.
  
• Fixed Rare bug that prevented the Orbit Sequence from triggering.
  
• Fixed Rare bug that could cause the RSS Rasputin to fail to appear and hangup the game.
  
• Fixed Sim Rat bug that could cause him to get stuck and eventually starve to death.
  
• Removed permanent virus removal failures. [1.5.1]
  
• Skip Crew Interaction text messages by pressing space bar.
  
• Skip Launch Sequence, as long as your launch is not a failure.
  
• Minor graphical and music updates.
  
• New Launch Failure & Achievement!

Mars 2030 [1.5] makes the leap into simulated relationships between the crew. While it has always been possible for relationships to deteriorate and go buck wild in Mars 2030, it is now possible for crew to love each other too. This is via text messages and under the hood simulation right now, but lays the ground work for version 1.6+ which will dive further into simulated crew life.

ːBotanistː+ːSpaceDocː = ?



Check out the Mars 2030 User Guide (Here)

In case you missed the release of Moonbase Down, arcade mode is included for free with Mars 2030! It is a Xenomorph survival maze game right now, but sandbox mode is well under development:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/870590/

And check out our exciting retro high seas adventure game, now on sale:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1100070/Master_of_the_Forbidden_Sea/

And our long-time coming soon open world RPG:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/683370/Land_of_Arxox/
If you experience any problems or bugs whatsoever, please let us know right away in discussions. We fix all reported issues as quickly as possible.

Thank you so much,
ːMars2030ː ːArmstrongː ːMarsMissionː
GM-X
AdventRPG.com

And is getting an update to a number of features that improve the flow of the game. Very importantly, the continue feature has been fixed and expanded. We are already testing new content to be sure all goes well and adding some features that were put on hold early in development.

Although we have shifted focus to LandofArxox.com and other new games, Mars 2030 will continue to be updated until at least the year 2030. Many features are still planned for this simulation and will be added time permitted, as long as we are alive and well.

One original 2016 feature in Mars 2030 of particular interest lately, is the simulation of virus outbreaks during the trip to Mars. We had planned to expand this feature considerably but shelved the idea.




In case you missed the release of Moonbase Down, arcade mode is included for free with Mars 2030! Sandbox mode is still under slow burn development and shaping up to be quite cool. We don't want to share the latest screenshots or video just yet...



https://store.steampowered.com/app/870590/

If you have any feature requests or bugs to report, this is the perfect time to do so. We fix all reported issues as quickly as possible.

Thank you so much,
ːMars2030ː ːArmstrongː ːMarsMissionː
GM-X
AdventRPG.com

Check out our latest adventure game! Anyone who already owns Mars 2030 gets a big discount on purchasing Master of the Forbidden Sea by picking up the Deep Exploration Bundle:

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11583/Deep_Exploration/

We haven't forgotten about Mars 2030 or Moonbase Down either. Moonbase Down recently had a small update which games the game slightly easier to survive, and more updates are in store for both games in the near future.



Happy Summer!
Visit AdventRPG.com

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1100070/Master_of_the_Forbidden_Sea/

One year before we started work on Mars 2030 work began on a giant open world game called Dwarfscape. We have since made it much bigger and put years of fantasy RPG love into it:





https://store.steampowered.com/app/683370/Land_of_Arxox/

ːMars2030ː ːArmstrongː ːMarsMissionː
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Read the Mars 2030 User Guide! [1.4]

The development plan for Mars 2030 extends to the amazing year 2030! We hope you jump in now and check back here for the latest dev notes.

• New! Simulated Cave Ice Mining
  
• Updated Starbase Mars graphics
  
• Rogue Asteroid impacts now cause massive damage, instead of certain doom
  
• Asteroid randomization tweaked slightly
  
• Fixed: bug that could cause a "ghost" sleeping Rat to remain after death
  
• Fixed: rare glitch that could cause Moon Rover to vanish on some PCs
  
• Reduced the spawn rate of navigation arrows
  
• 5-Stasis Mines now awarded by default in Moonbase Down
  
• Ice Miner Achievement added:

• Buffed Sim Rats durability to radiation
  
• Added 1x help window to Starbase Mars & Moonbase Rover
  
• Added help button: Lower right hand corner of the main window
  
• Lab & App windows now auto-close if the mission fails
  
• Close button on the Interior Map was made more visible
  
• Touch screen GUI no longer functions unless selected in options

Mars 2030 [1.4] has arrived and it’s the most fun version of the game yet. Two new mini-games were released in 2018, making this year the largest content expansion since launch. We have also continued to smooth out overall game play based directly on player feedback.

We are excited about emulating Cave Ice Mining on Mars over months of in-game flight time. It's a rewarding progression between hazards and there is an element of chance to your results. Once an ice vein is depleted, the number of ice units collected is added to your mission score x100.

Get started mining by pressing the list icon on the ship status window:



In case you missed the release of Moonbase Down, arcade mode is included for free with Mars 2030! Support development and gain early access to Sandbox mode by purchasing it seperately:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/870590/

If you encounter any problems or bugs whatsoever - please report it in comments below or discussions. We fix all reported issues as quickly as possible.

Thank you so much,
ːMars2030ː ːArmstrongː ːMarsMissionː
AdventRPG.com
GM-X

Two years ago near the end of the production cycle of Mars 2030 1.0 a cool idea for a mini-game popped up. After development started, it became clear it was more than a mini-game. A new Sci-Fi horror universe emerged...



Enter a fearful Sci-Fi jaunt into a procedurally generated Moonbase. Rescue Jonesy the cat and avoid the woes of Alien impregnation.



• Fight or Flight: 10-levels of Random Spooky Moonbase
• 7-Xenomorph Types
• Experience the Alien Life Cycle
• Force Field, Pulse Rifle, & Stasis Mines
• Rescue Jonesy the Cat

A Rogue-like Sci-Fi survival horror adventure game. The standalone game will feature leaderboards, unlimited mode, and sandbox mode updates. Get it here: MoonbaseDown.com

Yes, Moonbase Down arcade mode (only) is included with Mars 2030! Sandbox mode which is under development is sold separately. Wishlist and follow it, or buy Early Access to support development.





• Added Space Dragons & Star Sponges
• Stasis Mines added
• Maps added
• Level Up to 25
• Jonesy Shield Regen Buff
• More Ammo
• End game artwork enhanced
• Content Update: 10 Mission Logs added to Moonbase Down
• Fix: entry area of MBD levels correctly randomized again
• Fix: a bug that could cause a Jonesy paradox and break progress
• (Mars 2030) Should fix a rare bug that could prevent the Ship Function window from closing
• Moonbase Down game added (Main Menu)
• Six Moonbase Down Achievements added:



• Asteroid impacts now cause massive damage instead of instant death
• Asteroid randomization tweaked slightly
• 5-Stasis Mines now awarded by default in Moonbase Down

If you encounter any bugs, glitches, problems, or have recommendations please contact us in discussions or in the comments below. We try to resolve all show stopping bugs as quickly as possible.

Don't forget to turn down the lights...

ːMars2030ː
AdventRPG.com
MoonbaseDown.com
https://store.steampowered.com/app/870590/

• Added 1x Pop-up Warning to Shoot (press K)
• Reduced the Chance of Launch Failures (Turn Off in Options)
• Added 1x USS Armstrong Pop-up Window (click ship)

• Added a "Thrust" Warning Pop-up to Mars landing (tap W to thrust)
• Enhanced Mars Graphics
• Mars lander Smoke FX - added to indicate if the lander was damaged before orbit
• Hard Landing - Achievement added

It has been a productive year for AdventRPG.com. Recently we released [3] Skyrim Special Edition mods for Windows, PS4, and XB1. Including Dark Isle: War & Mythos a survival horror sandbox.



Dark Isle: War & Mythos has been downloaded over 20,000x, so jump on in and be very afraid...



We have carefully listened to our players since Early Access 2-years ago. Dozens of upgrades have been made to Mars 2030 this year alone. Including graphical updates, FX, simulated moon exploration, planet views, and a pet rat. We call him Nimoy!


• Moonbase Rover: Moon sample delivery game featuring HD scan data of the Moon (press F2)
• Baby Lettuce Farming (press Tab)
• Pet Rat (press Tab)
• R.S.S. Rasputin, competitive space corp ship added
• Starbase Mars Mothership added (press F1)
• U.S.S. Armstrong graphic updated
• 25 Crew graphics updated
• Cockpit graphic updated
• Micrometeorite Storm graphics updated
• Asteroid Field graphics updated
• Added New Launch Failure
• Button added to fire Mass Drivers from Ship Status Window (press P)
• Button added to Overclock Shields from Ship Status Window (press P)
• GUI Close buttons added
• Help screen clarified and updated (press Esc)
• Reduced number of Solar Storms
• Reduced the chance of Space Crisis, to provide more media time
• Added 5 New Achievements:



• Should fix a bug that caused the progress indicator to vanish.
• Fixes a bug that could cause the Crew Crisis Selection Window to close too quickly leading to crew neglect.
• Fixes a bug that caused a sound FX loop in Moonbase Rover under certain conditions.
• Fixes a bug that could cause Space Gunner's shots to bypass certain Asteroids.
• Should fix a bug that could cause the "Pause" text to overlap the score.
• Slightly Boosted Moonbase Rover speed.
• Adds Lens FX to Rocket Take-Off sequence.

• Should really fix a bug that caused the progress indicator to vanish.
• Fixed a bug that could cause the Help screen to appear and not be able to be closed.

• R.S.S. Rasputin song added.
• Starbase Mars Mothership added. (press F1)
• U.S.S. Armstrong controls are no longer floaty.
• Fixed a bug that could cause Starbase Mars stealth ships to not be correctly destroyed.
• Starbase Mars stealth ships will now spawn slightly more often.
• Slightly buffed Starbase Mars railgun drone hit points.
• Added keyboard tips to two crew interactions.

• Jupiter Probe: Hera 1 added. Simulates a probe in orbit around Jupiter (press F3)
• Mars Telescopic view added (press F3)
• Ship Function Selector added (press P, click new list icon)
• Help screen updated
• Fixes minor unreported bugs
• New Achievement added



Expect a Nimoy the rat update and we are extra excited to release the third Mars 2030 mini-game Moonbase Down:



Thank you for playing Mars 2030 and supporting our long term development efforts. We fix all reported game breaking bugs asap. If you encounter any, please let us known in comments or discussions.

AdventRPG.com
GM-X

Ever wonder what it would be like to survive a trip to Mars? Dr. Beth Healey survived a remote base in Antarctica, then she went for a serious challenge and tried to beat Mars 2030!

Check out the educational voyage on YouTube: http://www.sciencefocus.com/article/space/space-explorers-computer-game-space-science-explained

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8S8Ka5p1h80
Happy Summer everyone! Mars 2030 [1.2.5] was released today!



• R.S.S. Rasputin song added
• Starbase Mars Mothership added (press F1)
• U.S.S. Armstrong controls no longer drift or feel floaty
• Fixed a bug that could cause Starbase Mars stealth ships to not be correctly destroyed
• Starbase Mars stealth ships will now spawn slightly more often
• Slightly buffed Starbase Mars railgun drone hit points



• Jupiter Probe: Hera 1 added. Simulates a probe in orbit around Jupiter (press F3)
• Mars Telescopic view added (press F3)
• Ship Function Selector added (press P, click new list icon)
• Help screen updated
• Fixes minor unreported bugs
• New Achievement added



• Added a "Thrust" Warning Pop-up to Mars landing (tap W to thrust)
• Enhanced Mars Graphics
• Hard Landing - Achievement added
• Mars lander Smoke FX - added to indicate if the lander was damaged before orbit



• Added 1x Pop-up Warning to Shoot (press K)
• Reduced the Chance of Launch Failures (Turn Off in Options)
• Added 1x USS Armstrong Pop-up Window (click ship)

We are close to the release of Mars 2030 [1.3] which will include a fancy new mini-game!

AdventRPG.com

We are excited to release Mars 2030 1.2 for your spacefaring enjoyment. The following changes have been applied:

• Moonbase Rover: Moon sample delivery game featuring HD scan data of the Moon (press F2)
• Baby Lettuce Farming (press Tab)
• Pet Rat (press Tab)
• R.S.S. Rasputin, competitive space corp ship added
• Starbase Mars Mothership added (press F1)
• U.S.S. Armstrong graphic updated
• 25 Crew graphics updated
• Cockpit graphic updated
• Micrometeorite Storm graphics updated
• Asteroid Field graphics updated
• Added New Launch Failure
• Button added to fire Mass Drivers from Ship Status Window (press P)
• Button added to Overclock Shields from Ship Status Window (press P)
• GUI Close buttons added
• Help screen clarified and updated (press Esc)
• Reduced number of Solar Storms
• Reduced the chance of Space Crisis, to provide more media time
• Added 5 New Achievements:



Moonbase Rover Mini-Game:


Asteriod Fields 1.2:


R.S.S. Rasputin:


• Should fix a bug that caused the progress indicator to vanish.
• Fixes a bug that could cause the Crew Crisis Selection Window to close too quickly leading to crew neglect.
• Fixes a bug that caused a sound FX loop in Moonbase Rover under certain conditions.
• Fixes a bug that could cause Space Gunner's shots to bypass certain Asteroids.
• Should fix a bug that could cause the "Pause" text to overlap the score.
• Slightly Boosted Moonbase Rover speed.
• Adds Lens FX to Rocket Take-Off sequence.

• Should really fix a bug that caused the progress indicator to vanish.
• Fixed a bug that could cause the Help screen to appear and not be able to be closed.

• R.S.S. Rasputin song added.
• Starbase Mars Mothership added. (press F1)
• U.S.S. Armstrong controls are no longer floaty.
• Fixed a bug that could cause Starbase Mars stealth ships to not be correctly destroyed.
• Starbase Mars stealth ships will now spawn slightly more often.
• Slightly buffed Starbase Mars railgun drone hit points.
• Added keyboard tips to two crew interactions.



• Jupiter Probe: Hera 1 added. Simulates a probe in orbit around Jupiter (press F3)
• Mars Telescopic view added (press F3)
• Ship Function Selector added (press P, click new list icon)
• Help screen updated
• Fixes minor unreported bugs
• New Achievement added

Please report any bugs in comments below or Steam discussions. We try to resolve all reported show-stopping issues as quickly as possible.

Thank you so much.

AdventRPG.com