# Handhand Console Game Launches Mars After Midnight will be Launching on Playdate Soon By Amy Duong | Published 2024-03-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-after-midnight References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/lucas-popes-mars-after-midnight-hits-the-playdate-console-on-march-12-193110110.html)  Mars After Midnight is amongst many of the games that are launching as announced by [Panic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blippo). It just held a games showcase that is developed for its portable [Playdate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdate-handheld) game console, where over a dozen exclusive games are set to launch. It will be available on March 12, marking the official release date. Mars After Midnight was created by Lucas Pope, who is also the one that is behind Papers, Please, and Return of the Obra Dinn. There can be some elements seen that are drawn from Papers, Please when users play as a door guard for an alien colony with the job of letting others in. The graphics are captivating and also a testament to the work of Playdate and Pope. Image Credit: Panic ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 22% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Game Console Launches:** The introduction of Mars After Midnight on Playdate showcases the trend of portable game consoles gaining prominence in the gaming industry. - **Exclusive Game Releases:** The lineup of over a dozen exclusive games for Playdate signals a trend towards more unique and limited game offerings in the market. - **Designer-developed Games:** Lucas Pope's creation of Mars After Midnight highlights a trend where renowned designers are actively involved in developing innovative gaming experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** The launch of Mars After Midnight and exclusive games indicates opportunities for growth and innovation within the gaming industry. - **Tech Hardware:** The popularity of Playdate and portable game consoles opens up avenues for disruptive innovation in the tech hardware sector. - **Software Development:** The unique gameplay elements in Mars After Midnight present possibilities for innovative software development approaches in the gaming sphere. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pixel Art Sci-Fi Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunark1.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdate-handheld.md) - [Handheld Game Store Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catalog-games.md) - [Retro TV Simulator Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blippo.md) - [80s-Inspired Game Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-lancers.md) - [Addictive Chaotic Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angel-pop.md) - [Stylized Third-Person Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/south-of-midnight.md) - [Sci-Fi Survival Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/returnal-pc.md) - [Shooter Game Console Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragpunk.md)