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Metacritic 70

Take On Mars

Bohemia Interactive|2017Simulation
PC

LumiScore

75

out of 100

Great for most ages — low engagement risks

120min/day recommended

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💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

61/100

Good

Growth Value

Risk

1/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

This game is an excellent educational tool for children interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Encourage collaborative play with friends or family. Monitor playtimes due to the open-ended nature of the sandbox mode.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Spatial Awareness5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
80
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
47
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)61/100

What your child develops

Take On Mars offers a deep and engaging simulation experience that fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and spatial awareness. Players will learn about space exploration, engineering, and resource management in a realistic and challenging environment. The sandbox mode promotes creativity and collaborative teamwork.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~3hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

Be smart, Take On MarsTake On Mars offers many benefits over real-life manned Mars exploration:No need to wait until the 2030s (or longer) Skip years of astronaut training, political debate, and budget cuts Unlimited funding and infinite lives Commute between Earth and Mars in seconds Avoid the discomforts of real space travel Pick your own crew or go solo All-you-can-eat potatoes all day every day Free trips to Earth’s Moon and International Space Station included All for the price of just a few burgers! About the GameExplore the rocky terrain and sandy wastes of the Red Planet.