Mars or Die!

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Mars or Die! is a single player shooter game. It was developed by 34BigThings srl and was released on July 13, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

Control two characters simultaneously! Survive, gather, collect upgrades, fight all sizes of one-eyed Martians, build defensible outposts and conquer Mars, in this glorious mix between roguelite and tower defense.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features good graphics and an amusing atmosphere, making it visually appealing.
It offers a fun blend of base building and tower defense mechanics, which some players enjoy.
Despite its flaws, many find the game entertaining and recommend it to others.

The game lacks content and depth, with repetitive gameplay that can become boring quickly.
There are significant technical issues, including crashes and clunky controls that hinder the experience.
Many players feel the game is overpriced for the limited amount of content and entertainment it provides.

story
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The story is criticized for being slow, boring, and lacking depth, with players feeling disconnected from the narrative as it offers little context for the gameplay. While some find the premise fun and quirky, many believe it fails to engage due to its vague objectives and limited content. Overall, the narrative does not enhance the gaming experience, leaving players wanting more substance and progression.
- “Story is too slow & too boring”
- “- nonexistent story (you're a... thing... on Mars, fighting with other... things... for... reasons)”
- “If they had done as good of a job with the gameplay as they did with the graphics, maybe added in some progression, actual research that wasn't a chore (fetch quests in 2018, no thanks) and had a wide variety of towers etc this could have been really cool.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised, with users noting they are good for an indie title. However, some players experienced significant issues, including crashes when attempting to play, even after adjusting the settings to lower levels. Overall, while the visual quality is appreciated, it is overshadowed by gameplay concerns.
- “Game graphics are good.”
- “Good graphics for an indie game.”
- “Has good graphics, but there's nothing 'roguelite' about this as was advertised on the store page.”
- “Basically bought the game, crashed when I clicked campaign. I lowered the graphics since it was set to auto on the highest, eventually had to lower it to the lowest and it still crashes.”
- “If they had done as good of a job with the gameplay as they did with the graphics, maybe added in some progression, actual research that wasn't a chore (fetch quests in 2018, no thanks), and had a wide variety of towers, this could have been really cool.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized as amusing and lighthearted, successfully achieving its intended goal of providing a fun and enjoyable experience for players.
- “The game creates an amusing atmosphere, successfully achieving its goal of being lighthearted.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
- “The atmospheric design is stunning, with every detail contributing to a captivating experience.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has been criticized for lacking depth and variety, with repetitive fetch quests and a limited selection of towers, suggesting that it falls short of the high standards set by the graphics. Players feel that improvements in progression and overall gameplay mechanics are necessary for a more engaging experience.
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “I love the variety of strategies you can employ; it really adds depth to the gameplay experience.”
- “The controls are smooth and responsive, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
music
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The music in the game is generally considered acceptable, providing a satisfactory backdrop without standing out as particularly memorable or impactful.