--- product_id: 260819068 title: "Terraforming Mars" brand: "stronghold games" price: "AED 345" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Stronghold Games" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/260819068-terraforming-mars store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Multiple milestones & awards 1-5 players, ages 12+ 200+ unique projects Terraforming Mars **Brand:** stronghold games **Price:** AED 345 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌌 Own the Red Planetβ€”Before Your Friends Do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Terraforming Mars by stronghold games - **How much does it cost?** AED 345 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/260819068-terraforming-mars) ## Best For - stronghold games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted stronghold games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compete for Glory:** Race to claim coveted milestones and awards worth valuable victory points. - β€’ **Family & Friends Approved:** Designed for ages 12+, bridging generations with immersive space strategy. - β€’ **High Replayability Guaranteed:** Every game feels fresh with dynamic strategies and unpredictable outcomes. - β€’ **Perfect for Game Night & Beyond:** Supports 1 to 5 players, ideal for intimate or group play sessions. - β€’ **Strategic Depth Meets Cosmic Adventure:** Over 200 project cards fuel endless gameplay variations. ## Overview Terraforming Mars by Stronghold Games is a highly acclaimed strategic board game where 1 to 5 players aged 12 and up compete to transform the Red Planet through over 200 unique project cards. Featuring milestone and award systems that reward tactical brilliance, this game offers deep replayability and engaging gameplay lasting around 2 hours. Perfect for millennials seeking a sophisticated, social, and intellectually stimulating game night experience. ## Description Venture into the cosmos with the Terraforming Mars board game. This space adventure captivates players with strategic gameplay that's perfect for game nights, adults, and teens ages 14 and up. Experience the thrill of competition as you reshape the Red Planet's destiny. With awards and recognition under its belt, Terraforming Mars offers a unique blend of strategic brilliance that keeps players engaged. Engage in thrilling competition, where every move counts. The game's high replay value guarantees a fresh and exciting adventure with each playthrough. Prepare for an unforgettable journey across the stars, where strategy meets excitement in a game that's ideal for intergenerational enjoyment. Review: The package damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn - The package arrived damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn, giving the impression that the game might have been previously used. I am requesting a refund. Not good at all. Review: A brilliant game for the whole family - Terraforming Mars is a "Pringles" game; once you've played once, you keep coming back to it. I was first introduced to it by a friend, and soon after bought my own so that I could keep playing. It is very well-balanced and well-made, and provides plenty of fun on an evening which otherwise might have been quite dull. The box comes with a board, 5 player sheets, 5 bags of player cubes (red, yellow, blue, green, and black), 3 bags of metallic cubes for currency, around 200 project cards, and various tiles which indicate forests, cities, oceans, and other structures. All of these are of a decent quality, and so far we have seen no wear and tear to any of them. The board sometimes doesn't lie completely flat, but this doesn't significantly affect gameplay in any way. It is worth bearing in mind that the game takes up a large amount of space, so having a large table or section of floor space clear is a must. It also comes with a much needed instruction booklet; Terraforming Mars has a steep but not long-lasting learning curve which can seem daunting, but is well worth giving a go. After playing only one game, the whole family had gotten a firm grasp of the basic rules, and we're now playing near expertly, able to plan ahead and strategise based on our knowledge of the game. Each game takes between 2 and 4 hours, depending on how long it takes indidivuals to decide on their turn. This doesn't mean the game is boring though; far from it! The gameplay is interesting and even addictive, with none of us noticing how much time has passed while we've been playing. You can also never tell who has won the game until the final scoring happens, leading to some tense moments and unexpected winners. This also contributes to constantly wanting to go back for more, so you can improve on your previous score or try different approaches. Since owning the game, we have also bought 2 expansions; the "Preludes" expansion and the "Colonies" expansion. The Preludes expansion adds a huge amount to the game, and I view it as a necessity as it not only decreases play time (due to providing more resources) but also allows for more focused strategies; the Colonies expansion is also a great addition as it gives players more options within the game. Overall, Terraforming Mars is a brilliant board game which is well worth the money. Due to the plenty of combinations of cards and strategies, the game has endless replayability, and will make sure you never have a dull board games night again! ## Features - Compete for different milestones and awards worth many VPS - Over 200 different projects to complete - 1 to 5 players ages 12 and up ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01GSYA4K2 | | Additional Features | App Assisted Games | | Age Range Description | Teen | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #25,471 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #768 in Board Games | | Brand | Stronghold Games | | Brand Name | Stronghold Games | | CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable | | Color | Multicolor | | Country of Publication | Germany | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 4,004 Reviews | | Edition | Family Edition | | Educational Objective | Gaming | | Estimated Playing Time | 120 Minutes | | Game Mechanics | card drafting, strategic planning | | Genre | Strategy | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00696859265808 | | Included Components | Indie Boards and Cards Terraforming Mars Board Game | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 7.6 x 29.7 x 29.5 centimeters | | Item Dimensions L x W | 29.5L x 29.7W centimeters | | Item Type Name | board game | | Item Weight | 0.5 Kilograms | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Indie Boards & Cards | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1188.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 144.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | STG06005 | | Material | Cardboard | | Material Type | Cardboard | | Minimum Age Recomendation | 144 | | Model Number | STG06005 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Players | 1 to 5 | | Number of players | 1 to 5 | | Operation Mode | manual | | Power Source | manual | | Product dimensions | 29.5L x 29.7W centimeters | | Rulebook Availability | Printed Included | | Set Name | Terraforming Mars | | Size | 11.7 inches x 3 inches x 11.6 inches | | Sub Brand | (-) | | Subject Character | Terraformation | | Supported Battery Types | No batteries required | | Theme | Terraformation | | UPC | 696859265808 793631727490 653801144840 792463142730 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Stronghold Games - **Genre:** Strategy - **Material:** Cardboard - **Number of players:** 1 to 5 - **Theme:** Terraformation ## Images ![Terraforming Mars - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91x5bb0PyaL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: $90+? Is this the right price point? Other sites have it for $45-50.** A: $90 is an inflated price that some people are charging because the game is out of stock at most retailers. The games list price is $69.95, and some stores will likely sell it at a discount. If you want the game now, you have to pay inflated prices. If you're willing to wait, expect to find it for $50-70. **Q: Does anyone know if they're planning on fixing the component quality in the second printing?** A: The only major change in the second printing is that they will ditch the box-insert entirely (which is for the best). **Q: What is the difference between the basic pack and the premium pack? Thanks!** A: Doesn't seem to be any difference. I am pretty sure there isn't a "premium pack" edition offered by the publisher. I'd stay away from the premium pack edition until someone can actually tell us what makes it premium beyond the inflated price. **Q: what is the different between basic pack and premium pack?** A: I would contact the seller to make certain, but I think the premium pack includes the 4 extra project cards that were given away to promote the game back in 2016. You can find these 4 cards for sale on eBay for around $20 which is the price difference between the one premium pack game I found on Amazon versus the basic packs (though if you're a member of Board Game Geek.com, you can buy them there for $3 each). So the basic pack has 208 different project cards and the premium should have 212. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐ The package damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn *by L***N on 18 August 2025* The package arrived damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn, giving the impression that the game might have been previously used. I am requesting a refund. Not good at all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A brilliant game for the whole family *by A***B on 15 August 2022* Terraforming Mars is a "Pringles" game; once you've played once, you keep coming back to it. I was first introduced to it by a friend, and soon after bought my own so that I could keep playing. It is very well-balanced and well-made, and provides plenty of fun on an evening which otherwise might have been quite dull. The box comes with a board, 5 player sheets, 5 bags of player cubes (red, yellow, blue, green, and black), 3 bags of metallic cubes for currency, around 200 project cards, and various tiles which indicate forests, cities, oceans, and other structures. All of these are of a decent quality, and so far we have seen no wear and tear to any of them. The board sometimes doesn't lie completely flat, but this doesn't significantly affect gameplay in any way. It is worth bearing in mind that the game takes up a large amount of space, so having a large table or section of floor space clear is a must. It also comes with a much needed instruction booklet; Terraforming Mars has a steep but not long-lasting learning curve which can seem daunting, but is well worth giving a go. After playing only one game, the whole family had gotten a firm grasp of the basic rules, and we're now playing near expertly, able to plan ahead and strategise based on our knowledge of the game. Each game takes between 2 and 4 hours, depending on how long it takes indidivuals to decide on their turn. This doesn't mean the game is boring though; far from it! The gameplay is interesting and even addictive, with none of us noticing how much time has passed while we've been playing. You can also never tell who has won the game until the final scoring happens, leading to some tense moments and unexpected winners. This also contributes to constantly wanting to go back for more, so you can improve on your previous score or try different approaches. Since owning the game, we have also bought 2 expansions; the "Preludes" expansion and the "Colonies" expansion. The Preludes expansion adds a huge amount to the game, and I view it as a necessity as it not only decreases play time (due to providing more resources) but also allows for more focused strategies; the Colonies expansion is also a great addition as it gives players more options within the game. Overall, Terraforming Mars is a brilliant board game which is well worth the money. Due to the plenty of combinations of cards and strategies, the game has endless replayability, and will make sure you never have a dull board games night again! ### ⭐⭐ Boardgame box completely dented *by S***. on 27 March 2025* Game is great! Quality of the delivery was very poor: boardgame box completely dented ## Frequently Bought Together - Terraforming Mars Board Game-Award Winning Strategic Space Adventure Game for Family Game Night, Competitive Play&High Replay Value-Adults, Cardboard,Teens&lovers of Board Games by Stronghold Games - Stronghold Games - Terraforming Mars Prelude 2 - Strategy Board Game Expansion - for 1 to 5 Players and Ages 12+ --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/260819068-terraforming-mars](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/260819068-terraforming-mars) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-06-23*