Mission: Red Planet is a space exploration strategy game where players act as mining corporations competing to colonize Mars and gather valuable resources like celerium, sylvanite, and ice. The game unfolds over 10 rounds, giving you opportunities to deploy astronauts, control resource-rich areas, and secure the most valuable materials before your rivals. Each round, you'll use unique character cards to decide when your astronauts launch and what special actions you can take, adding strategic depth to every decision. You can also complete secret missions for extra points and use research cards to change the value of resources on Mars, introducing layers of strategy and surprise. Designed for 2 to 6 players, this game blends tactical choices with resource management, making it a great option for family or game nights with friends.