Scars of Mars
Scars of Mars is a real-time RPG. Make split-second decisions to defeat enemies quickly in thrilling and satisfying battles.
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June 19, 2024
2 years and 44 days ago
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Positive31 reviews87.1%
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Updated: Jul 11, 2026Developer scaleThe operating scale of the game's developer. | ACQUIRE is a consolidated subsidiary of KADOKAWA. | |
Updated: Jul 11, 2026Publisher scaleThe operating scale of the game's publisher. | ACQUIRE is a consolidated subsidiary of KADOKAWA. | |
Updated: Jul 11, 2026Publisher statusHow the game's publishing relationship is classified. | ACQUIRE is a consolidated subsidiary of KADOKAWA. | |
Updated: Jul 11, 2026FundingThe known source of funding behind the game. | ACQUIRE is a consolidated subsidiary of KADOKAWA. | |
Updated: Jul 11, 2026Release statusWhether and how the game has been released. | The game released after its developer or publisher received outside equity investment. |
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You have been appointed as commander of a humanoid unit on a top secret mission: Resuce the survivors trapped in a Mars research facility that has gone dark, and return them to Earth.
Engage in strategic combat where you control four humanoids in a 3x3 grid, making real-time decisions for their actions. Every move counts as you decide which characters to control, when to attack, dodge, heal, or protect. The ever-moving battlefield requires tactical positioning and precise timing, creating an immersive and strategic battle experience!
Gear up your humanoid squadron to tackle any situation. Depending on their combination of class, frame and equipment, each humanoid can be specialized to take on a variety of roles. Create a slow but deadly long-range sniper, a quick fighter, a devastating combat berserker, or a supportive healer, to name a few. Customize your humanoids as you see fit to create a powerful team!
During every run, you'll tread your through a path that forks off into multiple routes. Your humanoids require battery power to operate, battle enemies and investigate the research facility. As you proceed, your battery will slowly drain, no matter what it is you're doing. Draw on your knowledge and make tough choices - delve to the deepest level and aim for the boss, or retreat from combat to gather new items and equipment? Keep an eye on the battery level and gauge what approach would best suit your party.
You have been appointed as commander of a humanoid unit on a top secret mission: Resuce the survivors trapped in a Mars research facility that has gone dark, and return them to Earth.
Real-time Formation Battle
Engage in strategic combat where you control four humanoids in a 3x3 grid, making real-time decisions for their actions. Every move counts as you decide which characters to control, when to attack, dodge, heal, or protect. The ever-moving battlefield requires tactical positioning and precise timing, creating an immersive and strategic battle experience!
Character Customization
Gear up your humanoid squadron to tackle any situation. Depending on their combination of class, frame and equipment, each humanoid can be specialized to take on a variety of roles. Create a slow but deadly long-range sniper, a quick fighter, a devastating combat berserker, or a supportive healer, to name a few. Customize your humanoids as you see fit to create a powerful team!
Battery Level
During every run, you'll tread your through a path that forks off into multiple routes. Your humanoids require battery power to operate, battle enemies and investigate the research facility. As you proceed, your battery will slowly drain, no matter what it is you're doing. Draw on your knowledge and make tough choices - delve to the deepest level and aim for the boss, or retreat from combat to gather new items and equipment? Keep an eye on the battery level and gauge what approach would best suit your party.
