- Demo Update - 15 October 2025
Build Update Highlights🆕 Camera Zoom In/Out Zoom the camera in and out to better manage your colony and battles.⚙️ Mech Movement Improved Mechs respond faster and move more smoothly.🌪️ Zone 2: Dust Storm Hazard Zone 2 has Dust Storms that slow down your Mechs and Ore Extractors. Unlock the \ in the Tech Tree to keep them moving at full speed!💾 Save Confirmation Popup After saving your game, you’ll now see a confirmation: \🔧 Bug Fixes & Improvements❌ Tutorial Panel “X” Button Fixed The close button on the tutorial panel no longer clicks things behind it.📊 Detail Panel Live Updates Stats and values update in real-time in the detail panel.🚛 Ore Extractor Movement Improved Ore Extractors navigate terrain more smoothly.🎯 Tutorial Progression You’ll now move to the next area only after completing your current objectives.Play the Demo here: Join our Discord to stay up to date: https://d…
- October Steam Next Fest just started, hop into our new demo! - 13 October 2025
Hey Captains!As you may know, the October Steam Next Fest just started and MARS: The Last Exodus is featured! To make sure you all enjoy the best gameplay we can provide, we made a few changes, here’s the list:Patch Notes Saving System: Implemented a full saving feature to preserve player progress.,Opening Introduction: Added an introduction sequence before the game starts.,Tutorial Improvements: Updated the CODEC character and refined the tutorial content and progression., Gameplay & UI Updates UI & Icons: Refined various UI panels and icons for better clarity.,Ore Extractor Panel: Updated text and details in the Ore Extractor information panel.,Tech Points Display: Adjusted the Tech Points display in the top-right corner., Audio & Visual Enhancements New Sound Effects: Added additional SFX for Dome explosions, pop-up panels, and close button interactions., Other Additions Demo Complet…
- STEAM NEXT FEST DEMO OVERHAUL - 9 October 2025
Hey Marsnauts!The demo for Mars: The Last Exodus has been completely overhauled in preparation for the October Steam Next Fest. This major update marks a key step toward the upcoming Early Access release, integrating extensive community feedback from Kickstarter backers and early testers.Demo OverhaulWhy it's a big dealComplete gameplay rework – pacing, balance, and interface have been refined for a smoother, more readable experience.Visual and technical upgrades – environments, animations, and effects have been reworked to better match the final game’s quality.Updated progression – the demo now represents the early stages of the upcoming Early Access build more accurately.Community feedback applied – many control, UI, and clarity improvements come directly from Kickstarter suggestions and player feedback.Key changesExplore the new starting area and build your first Dome.Extract Ores fr…
- When Colonists Are Surrounded, They Fight On - 16 September 2025
What do colonists do when they're surrounded by Marsects? They keep fighting. The end of the Kickstarter campaign isn't the end of our journey. Our vision for a bold Colony Sim + RTS is still alive and we'll continue our journey to making MARS: The Last Exodus our dream game. Thanks to the backers for your support, it means the world to us.And thank you to everyone for believing in the project. Stay tuned, we'll have news for you soon!Cyborg Dreams & NAGA Team
- HUGE DEMO UPDATE: Smarter Colonists, New UI, and Faster Controls! - 30 August 2025
HUGE DEMO UPDATE! GAMEPLAY:Smarter Everything: Mechs, Marsects, and Colonists have all gotten brain upgrades. They’re smarter now. UI:Dome UI Overhaul: Click the Dome icon on the Dome (or use the left-hand Dome icons) to instantly bring up the Dome panel. Managing your colony just got smoother.Dome Naming: You can now edit and personalize your Dome names! “Home Sweet Dome!” UI Windows: Click the X icon to close any window. CONTROLS:Mech Commands: Right-click to command your Mechs to move (no longer left-click). Rapid Build: Hold Shift + Left-click to place the same thing multiple times, no need to reopen the panel. Faster Controls: Zooming in and out with your mouse wheel is now way faster. Navigate Mars like a pro. Try it out now and tell us what you think! Share your screenshots, Dome names, and chaos in Discord! And if you can, please show some love on our Kickstarter!https://www.ki…
- Official Trailer Soundtrack Release - 28 August 2025
Official Trailer SoundtrackThe official trailer soundtrack of MARS: The Last Exodus.Composed by Josh Kashdan (https://www.kashdanmusic.com/), this piece captures the tension of survival, the thrill of mech combat, and the hope of building a new life on Mars.🎧 Listen to the full track above. Tell us your favorite part!🛰️ Support us on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cyborgdreams/mars-the-last-exodus-when-colony-sim-meets-rts🚀 Wishlist on Steam:
- MARS: The Last Exodus 🚀 Ranked Top 5 at Steam 4X Fest! - 27 August 2025
Hey Marsnauts! 🚀We did it! MARS: The Last Exodus ranked #5 in Free Demos and #6 in Popular Upcoming during the Steam 4X Fest, all thanks to YOU. ❤️ Your continuous support has made this possible!Want to see what the hype is about? Come check our Demo + Kickstarter!KICKSTARTERhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cyborgdreams/mars-the-last-exodus-when-colony-sim-meets-rtsDEMO
- Now LIVE on Kickstarter! SUPPORT the project! - 14 August 2025
Hey Marsnauts, It's a-live! The Kickstarter project is finally here, we're so excited (and so stressed!) to finally unveil the project to you all. Take some time to read through what's coming in the game, and, if you believe in the project and would like to see MARS: The Last Exodus become your next dream game, support us! Digital and Physical rewards are there for pledgers, as well as an exclusive Discord role and access to early access playtest and even early bird access 1 week before the release! Key infos: KICKSTARTER (SUPPORT THE PROJECT) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cyborgdreams/mars-the-last-exodus-when-colony-sim-meets-rts?ref=7h01dl DEMO NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM (NEW) RELEASE MONTH (NEW) November 2025 🎉 - Please share that to your friends and loved ones, and remember that no matter the amount and why you're supporting us, it matters ❤️ See you on Mars 🫡 Cyborg Dreams an…
- Second Playtest Wrapup! - 16 July 2025
🚀 Hey Marsnauts! A huge THANK YOU for joining our 2nd Playtest, your time and feedback mean the world (and Mars) to us! We've been hard at work implementing changes based on everything you've shared so far, and it's helping us build an even better Demo (coming soon) with major changes and updates! ⭐ Please re-wishlist us again, as Steam may have removed MARS: The Last Exodus from your wishlist when you activated a Playtest Key 🙏 MARS: The Last Exodus 🔗https://store.steampowered.com/app/3166630/MARS_The_Last_Exodus/ It would really help our team if you could please fill out our Feedback Form, as it makes a huge difference in shaping this Mars expedition experience! Feedback Form🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdj7YNkuAeDUswtyP6i5Ltvxk99K5W8kUVEoG967DNNaABO8A/viewform Together, let’s make MARS: The Last Exodus something out of this world. Stay tuned for more updates! 🙌
- New Update on the Second Playtest! - 10 July 2025
Hey Marsnauts, Great news, the playtest has been extended until Sunday, July 13th at 23:59 UTC!That means more time to play, and we’d really appreciate it if you could share your thoughts in the feedback form in-game or in the #feedback-form channel on Discord!And a fun new feature just landed! When you hit “Recruit”, you can now customize your colonists' outfits! Side effect? Some of the colonists didn’t get the memo and showed up… without clothes. This is an early implementation of the "Recruit" customization. In the meantime, please enjoy this “Bare Essentials” Edition.
- Second Official Playtest has Begun! - 5 July 2025
Hello Marsnauts! The 2nd Playtest is approaching, and here’s everything you need to know! Playtest Dates: The playtest will run from July 4th (1:00 PM UTC) to July 9th (11:59 PM UTC) and will focus on the military tech tree. New Participants: If you didn’t join the last playtest, please fill out this form to receive your Steam key: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeU4fJlAtq8E4lq50YUXFnq2zeYG88rI6qA0XoKrDVKbovAHQ/viewform?usp=header Returning Testers: If you joined the last playtest, this one will use the same Steam branch, so no new key is required! Returning Players: Even if you participated before, please fill out the form again — it includes a section to tell us what you're hoping to see this time. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeU4fJlAtq8E4lq50YUXFnq2zeYG88rI6qA0XoKrDVKbovAHQ/viewform?usp=headerContent Sharing: There will be no NDA — feel free to stream or share…
- 1st Playtest Wrapup! - 26 June 2025
Hey, Marsnauts!Thank you so much for joining our 1st Playtest of MARS: The Last Exodus! Together, we reached 2,000 total wishlists and welcomed 32 amazing Marsnauts! From base-building to blowing up the Marsects nests with nukes, we loved seeing everything you did. This wraps up our 1st Playtest, and we’re beyond excited to bring you back next week for our 2nd Playtest arriving in the next version update! We’ll share all the details on how to join the 2nd Playtest in Discord soon! We’ve read your amazing feedback and are super grateful for your passion to help improve MARS: The Last Exodus, it has been unreal. Thank you for being with us on this mission to MARS: The Last Exodus. – Cyborg Dreams and NAGA
- First Official Playtest has Begun! - 18 June 2025
🔑 How to Join 1) Please fill out the Playtest Registration Form: https://forms.gle/XiBEX4BmoH6ywVtK62) Join our Discord Channel to receive a Steam Key. 3) Activate your Key in Steam, and begin Expedition Exodus!🛠️ Discord Feedback Channels We’ve set up dedicated spaces to collect your thoughts and creations:#playtest-feedbacks – Like to see something in-game? Drop it here.#playtest-suggestions – Have a cool idea? Let us know!#playtest-footage – Share any interesting in-game recordings.#show-your-colony – Show off your cool moments!🤝 Invite Friends New testers are welcome anytime during the playtest! Feel free to invite friends. We can’t wait to see what you build and hear your thoughts. Let Expedition Exodus begin! 🚀This is an early playtest, so the game’s still evolving. Your honest feedback on gameplay, bugs, and balance will help us improve the game!
- The Moment of Decision: On the Peak of Mars! - 3 June 2025
🌱 Farming - A Living World Mars is cold, barren, and hostile to life. But you see more. You believe in a future where people walk freely without spacesuits, where food grows in soil once thought dead, and where flowers bloom on stone that never knew life. With vision, grit, and cutting-edge bioengineering, you will transform Mars into humanity’s second Earth, a place where hope takes root and spreads. ⛏️ Mining – Build the Empire Beneath the Dust Above ground? Who cares. Mars glows red because it bleeds rare minerals—the kind Earth ran out of long ago. Richer than gold mines. Deeper than oil wells. Mine like a mad genius, carving out vast networks below the surface and building a hidden empire powered by wealth beyond Earth’s dreams. This is more than survival, this is domination through industry. 🔥 Military – Rule the Planet Through Fire and Steel The bugs once ruled Mars. Ruthless.…
- 🚀 We're Teaming up with NAGA! - 3 June 2025
We’re excited to announce that we’re officially partnering with NAGA. They are very professional, passionate, eager, and engaged.With NAGA's amazing marketing experience, we'll be sharing more frequent updates, gameplay reveals, and behind-the-scenes looks into the development of MARS: The Last Exodus.This collaboration marks a new chapter in our journey, where we hope to better connect with all of you, listen to your feedback, grow this cherished community, and bring Mars to life. Stay tuned for upcoming posts featuring detailed breakdowns of the three core factions, Military, Mining, and Farming, and how your choices will shape the future of Mars. Our partnership with NAGA covers global publishing efforts, while our strategy for the Chinese market remains under development and open to local collaboration. MARS: The Last Exodus Team
