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"Desktop Mars" is a peaceful game for Windows 10/11 that transforms your desktop into a living wallpaper. Colonize and build on Mars at your own pace, with a real day and night system. The game pauses automatically when you play other games and restarts with your PC. It is optimized for minimal PC usage and offers customizable settings. Experience a new way of personalizing your desktop while building a Martian colony.

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Desktop Mars screenshot
Desktop Mars screenshot
Desktop Mars screenshot
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68%
Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
graphics2 positive mentions
story1 negative mentions

  • The game offers a unique and interesting concept of managing a colony on Mars while running in the background as a desktop wallpaper.
  • Players find the gameplay satisfying and relaxing, with a calming atmosphere and soft ambient music enhancing the experience.
  • The game has potential for growth and improvement, with many players expressing excitement for future updates and features.
  • The game is plagued by bugs and performance issues, causing slowdowns and crashes, especially on lower-end systems.
  • Many players report difficulties in launching the game or experiencing unresponsive gameplay, leading to frustration.
  • The building mechanics are criticized for being unintuitive and lacking clear explanations, making it hard for players to progress.
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics feature serene visuals of Mars' red terrain complemented by calming ambient music, creating a soothing atmosphere. However, some users have noted issues with a buggy building mode and poor performance despite the relatively simple graphics.

    • “What struck me most was the game’s calming atmosphere—soft, ambient music paired with the serene visuals of Mars’ red terrain.”
    • “Very nice post-processing and voxel-like graphics!”
    • “Cool idea but buggy building mode and runs poorly for such simple graphics.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is described as both mechanical and satisfying; while some players find it lacks excitement and joy, others appreciate its relaxing nature and the innovative concept of a game running in the background on the desktop.

    • “Interesting idea to create a game that runs in the background on the desktop; the gameplay is very satisfying and relaxing.”
    • “Life felt mechanical, and I longed for something that could spark joy and reignite my drive.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that the game lacks a traditional story, leading players to seek engagement in external communities focused on space exploration and speculative science fiction.

    • “No story.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features an interesting concept, but players report significant stability issues, including a buggy building mode and poor performance despite its simple graphics.

    • “Cool idea, but the building mode is buggy and it runs poorly for such simple graphics.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a calming ambiance, featuring soft, ambient music that complements the serene visuals of Mars' red terrain, creating a tranquil experience for players.

    • “What struck me most was the game’s calming atmosphere—soft, ambient music paired with the serene visuals of Mars' red terrain.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of this alien world.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged and on edge.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music is praised for creating a calming atmosphere, featuring soft, ambient tracks that complement the serene visuals of Mars' red terrain.

    • “What struck me most was the game’s calming atmosphere—soft, ambient music paired with the serene visuals of Mars’ red terrain.”

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