Mars 2081, Ares Base is established. The base was set up near the site of the first manned mission to Mars. Ares is now home to 1022 Martian souls and has become a self-sufficient colony. Ten survey missions have been sent out from the main base and the data obtained show at least three sites nearby that would be suitable for expanding the human presence on the planet. This game is about a few brave pioneers like you to travel out to these remote areas and establish a base of operations for further expansion.