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Auroch Digital · Published by Auroch Digital · Official site ↗
Very Positive — 84% positive (3,098 reviews) · Metacritic 71 · 71 achievements
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Lead a major space agency as you guide humanity to Mars in this strategy simulation game. Construct a base, design and build rockets, conduct missions throughout the Solar System, and write your own history of Space exploration. Created with support from the European Space Agency.
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Indie, Simulation, Strategy · 2020 · More £5 - £15 games
Lead a space agency and build a Martian base in Mars Horizon. Design rockets, conduct missions, and create your own history of space exploration with this indie strategy game from Auroch Digital.
About this game
In Mars Horizon, you take control of a major space agency, leading it from the dawn of the space age through to landing astronauts on Mars. Guide your agency through the space race and write your alternate history of space travel - any of the agencies can be the first to land on The Moon if you make the right choices. Manage the numerous challenges faced then and now:
Create your own space agency and base with launch pads, research labs, astronaut training facilities, and much more
Construct custom vehicles from hundreds of combinations
Launch satellites and crewed spacecraft to explore the Solar System
Run mission control as you solve the various challenges of turn-based missions to earn scientific advancement and public support
Recreate famous missions conducted by NASA, ESA and CNSA - including the Perseverance Rover, Ingenuity Helicopter, Zhurong Rover and Rosetta space probe missions.
Explore an extensive tech tree and compete or collaborate with other agencies to plot your roadmap to Mars
Choose from five unique space agencies, each with their own traits, base, vehicles, and spacecraft
Build with unlimited freedom in a fully-customisable Sandbox Mode
You’re in charge of every element of the journey into space: success rides on your decisions.
Will you push to stay ahead of the other agencies, or focus on testing and research? There are multiple ways to ensure the first person on Mars is under your command. Every choice matters: will you invest in the most advanced technology or take risks in the rush to the red planet?
Using actual events and missions as inspiration, can you handle the challenges faced by real space agencies?
Management is a vital aspect of Mars Horizon. You'll need to design and build the right spacecraft, hire and train the crew, and make strategic decisions as mission control to survive the journey to Mars.
Enter into diplomatic partnerships with other agencies to share the rewards of space exploration, or risk going it alone to gain greater prestige. Construct the ideal rocket from historically-inspired vehicle parts. Hire contractors to construct vehicles and use their unique benefits to gain a key edge over your competitors.
Launching a payload into space is only the first step. In assuming the role of Flight Director of mission control, you'll need to manage your spacecraft's resources and solve strategic challenges in turn-based missions in order to succeed. But beware: space is a very unforgiving environment.
These are the critical moment-to-moment decisions of mission control; do you spend power to fix a malfunctioning antenna or save it in case of an oxygen leak? Perhaps risking that extra three months of mission planning could have avoided this issue?
Mars Horizon has been made with the input and support of the European Space Agency (ESA) and the UK Space Agency.
We’ve collaborated with numerous experts in space exploration from the ESA in creating Mars Horizon. From engineers developing the technology used in Mars programmes, to those designing the next generation of missions, bringing an unprecedented level of authenticity, realism and legitimacy to the gameplay and its scenarios.
Dig deeper into the game via our podcast, including discussions with staff from the European Space Agency and UK Space Agency. Check out the podcast in the Steam forums or the main site.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 / 8 / 10
- Processor: 2.0GHz Dual Core Processor
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GT 740 (2048 MB) / Radeon HD 5770 (1024 MB) or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 4 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Mars Horizon is Part of SimFest 2026 🚀
Hey Aurochnauts! 🧑🚀We are delighted to have Mars Horizon be part of SimFest 2026 and to celebrate, the game is discounted 70% from now until the 27th of July! 🙌Be sure to check out SimFest 2026 for the latest and greatest simulation games. There are plenty of discounts, demos, and delightful games to check out.Thanks to Future Friends, Mythwright, and Stray Fawn Studio for having us be part of the celebrations! 🎉Read full article on Community Announcements (Auroch Matty)AnnouncementsOfficial
Mars Horizon 2 - Demo Feedback Survey
Hi Aurochnauts! 🧑🏻🚀Have you played the Test Mission demo for Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life yet? If you have, we would like to hear your thoughts via a recently published feedback survey for the demo. The results from this survey would greatly benefit the Mars Horizon 2 team. ❤️ The form should take around 10 minutes to complete. Click here to view the feedback form.We are also running a giveaway in conjunction with this survey and everyone who completes the feedback form is eligible to enter. One winner will win £25 worth of Steam vouchers. Please read the introduction of the survey for details on how to enter and full terms and conditions.Thank you to everyone who has played the Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life - Test Mission demo so far and for sharing your feedback.Read full article on Community Announcements (Auroch Matty)Patch NotesOfficial
Mars Horizon 2 Playable Demo & Release Window Update
Hi Aurochnauts! 🧑🏻🚀The development team at Auroch Digital has been hard at work behind the scenes, and we’re excited to provide you with a development update for Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life.First up is some news that we know you’ll be disappointed about; we're moving the release date into 2026. As much as we’d love to get the game in your hands sooner, we believe in making the right game at the right quality level. A game that we can be proud of, and know you’ll enjoy.Mars Horizon 2: The Search for life has gone through a lot of iteration and refining throughout its development and we’re confident that you’ll love where the project is going. However, you don’t just have to take our word for it, you can play the game today. Introducing the Test Mission DemoIn this first public gameplay demo for Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life, players will take on the role of a space agency Director and lead a test mission to search the surface of Mars. Deploy research rovers, construct rockets, and build a vast network of infrastructure to make your mark on the red planet. Play the demo NOWWe hope that Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life – Test Mission will provide a good insight of what we’ve been working on and a taste of what awaits you in the full game. If you’re looking to get involved in the Mars Horizon community and wish to discuss what you found or experienced on Mars in Test Mission, then head over to our Discord server and share your stories with fellow Directors. We also want to hear what you think of the demo so please be sure to leave a review on the demo page.We have so much more to share with you all on Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life. We are excited to see the community get their hands on the game and can’t wait to hear what you think.Thank you for being part of the Mars Horizon community. 🧡Read full article on Community Announcements (smarshall)AnnouncementsOfficial
Mars Horizon is in Simfest! 🥳
Hey Aurochnauts! 🧑🏻🚀 Mars Horizon is pleased to be part of Simfest! Between the 17th and 28th of July, this festival celebrates all-things related to simulation games. 🙌🏻 Joining Mars Horizon in Simfest, Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life and Brewmaster: Beer Brewing Simulator will also be participating. Both Brewmaster and Mars Horizon will have sizeable discounts for the duration of the event. Be sure to visit Simfest to receive discounts on terrific games and see what’s next for the simulation genre. Visit the event page here.Read full article on Community Announcements (Auroch Matty)AnnouncementsOfficial
Get 75% Off Mars Horizon in the GamesAid Steam Sale! 💚
We are proud to have Mars Horizon participating in the GamesAid Steam sale! The sale is live and runs until the 3rd of March. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/32764963/7dcf541bc040109166f33569aaa8d1c15be5d6c2.png Money raised from the event will go towards GamesAid and the fantastic work they do for other charities based in the United Kingdom. Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life is also part of the event, so be sure to wishlist it if you haven’t already! Thanks to GamesAid for including us in the event, it’s greatly appreciated. 💛Read full article on Community Announcements (AurochJem)
