# Martian Base-Building Games The Planetbase Game Requires You To Construct a Base On Mars By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-10-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planetbase References: [steamed.kotaku](http://steamed.kotaku.com/steams-latest-hit-is-a-tough-as-nails-mars-base-buildin-1737025567) & [planetbase.madrugaworks](http://planetbase.madrugaworks.com/) Given that mankind has some serious intentions of colonizing Mars in the very near future, it's only appropriate that as many of us as possible play the Planetbase game -- offered on the [Steam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-spice-wars) digital game store, this is an [outer space base-building game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmic-chaos-2) that requires a bit of player investment, but the rewards come in the form of great entertainment and satisfaction. Planetbase has you play the role of the architect of a planetary colony. You are made responsible for all aspects of construction, and also have to make sure your workers are happy, well-fed and given the best working conditions as possible. Ultimately, this game requires you to play a leadership role as you go about [constructing a planetary colony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-inc-game) that will keep human colonists safe -- something that we actually will have to worry about in the coming years and decades. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mars Colonization Games:** Creating games that simulate building colonies on Mars offers opportunities for innovation in user experience and environmental sustainability. - **Leadership Simulators:** Developing simulators that allow players to practice decision-making and leadership skills in a fun and engaging way can promote future business success. - **Construction Management Games:** Designing games that simulate construction processes can teach players valuable skills in project management and budgeting. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** The gaming industry has the potential to create engaging and educational content on Mars colonization and leadership development. - **Education:** Employing games in educational institutions can foster learning and new skills in areas such as construction and management. - **Space Exploration:** Applying gaming technology to real-life tasks in space exploration can enhance efficiency and safety during Mars colonization. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Galactic Survival Simulators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranded-alien-dawn.md) - [Educational Martian Metaverse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mission-mars.md) - [Martian-Informed Inflatable Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martian-house.md) - [Sustainable Alien Planet Colonies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colony-concept.md) - [Space-Centric Metaverse Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-horizons.md) - [Handhand Console Game Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-after-midnight.md) - [Mixed Reality Intergalactic Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starship-home.md) - [Space Exploration Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-race-rally-for-resources.md) - [Narrative Alien Simulations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-earth-life-simulation.md)