Terraforming Mars

Terraforming Mars

Terraforming Mars is a strategy board game where players represent corporations working together to terraform Mars — raising temperature, oxygen levels, and ocean coverage — while competing to earn the most victory points. With over 200 unique project cards and deep engine-building, it's one of the highest-rated strategy games on BoardGameGeek.

Players: 1–5

Play Time: 120–180 minutes

Complexity: Heavy

Rules Clarifications

The core mechanics that new players need to understand.

How Does Terraforming Rating (TR) Work?

TR is your income AND your score. Here's how it works and why it matters most.

Strategy

Corporation picks and competitive strategies.

Best Beginner Corporations in Terraforming Mars

Which corporations to pick when learning — and which to avoid.

Guides & Buying Advice

Expansion rankings and upgrade recommendations.

Best Terraforming Mars Expansions Ranked

From Prelude to Turmoil — which expansions are worth your money?

Terraforming Mars Accessories

3D-printed player boards and organizers that fix the game's biggest flaw.

Terraforming Mars Player Board

Terraforming Mars Player Board

3D-printed dashboard tray and resource organizer for Terraforming Mars. No more bumped cubes ruining your economy.