--- product_id: 276877339 title: "Terraforming Mars - Prelude" brand: "stronghold games" price: "542 kr" currency: DKK in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Stronghold Games" url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/276877339-terraforming-mars-prelude store_origin: DK region: Denmark --- # 90-120 min playtime 1-5 players Ages 12+ Terraforming Mars - Prelude **Brand:** stronghold games **Price:** 542 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Own the Red Planet’s future before anyone else does! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Terraforming Mars - Prelude by stronghold games - **How much does it cost?** 542 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/276877339-terraforming-mars-prelude) ## Best For - stronghold games enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted stronghold games brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Seamless Integration:** Compatible with all Terraforming Mars expansions and variants for endless replayability. - • **Fresh Challenges Await:** 7 new project cards perfectly themed for early-stage Mars development. - • **Jumpstart Your Mars Mission:** Prelude cards accelerate your terraforming strategy from the first turn. - • **Expand Your Corporate Empire:** Includes 5 new corporations to diversify your gameplay and tactics. - • **Strategic Depth Meets Sci-Fi:** Develop critical thinking and planning skills in a captivating futuristic setting. ## Overview Terraforming Mars: Prelude is a strategic board game expansion by Stronghold Games designed for 1 to 5 players aged 12 and up. With a 90 to 120-minute playtime, it introduces Prelude cards that boost early game momentum, 5 new corporations, and 7 thematic project cards. Fully compatible with all Terraforming Mars expansions, it enhances the sci-fi experience while sharpening strategic planning skills. ## Description As the mega corporations are getting ready to start the terraforming process, you now have the chance to make those early choices that will come to defi ne your corporation and set the course for the future history of Mars - this is the prelude to your greatest endeavors! In Terraforming Mars: Prelude, you get to choose from Prelude cards that jumpstart the terraforming process, or boost your corporation engine. There are also 5 new corporations, and 7 project cards that thematically fi t the early stages of terraforming. Terraforming Mars: Prelude is the third expansion to the smash-hit game, Terraforming Mars, and can be combined with any other expansion or variant. Review: The package damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn - The package arrived damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn, giving the impression that the game might have been previously used. I am requesting a refund. Not good at all. Review: Si te gustan que tus juegos luzcan Esta adición vale mucho la pena Sobre todo si lo encuentras en promoción ## Features - 1 to 5 players - 90 to 120 minutes average playtime - For ages 12 and up ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07F4J9MFZ | | Age Range Description | Teen | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #15,697 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #545 in Board Games | | Brand Name | Stronghold Games | | CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable | | Color | Basic Pack | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (7,216) | | Edition | Standard Edition | | Educational Objective | developing strategic thinking and planning skills | | Estimated Playing Time | 90 Minutes | | Genre | Sci-Fi Game Expansion | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00653341720405 | | Included Components | Terraforming Mars Prelude | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 11.4 x 3 x 16.5 centimeters | | Item Dimensions L x W | 16.5L x 11.9W centimeters | | Item Type Name | board game | | Item Weight | 0.16 Kilograms | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Stronghold Games | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1500.0 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 144.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | STG07202 | | Material Type | Cardboard | | Minimum Age Recomendation | 14 | | Model Number | STG07202 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Players | 5 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | Set Name | Terraforming Mars: Prelude | | Size | Standard | | Supported Battery Types | No batteries required | | Theme | Science Fiction | | UPC | 801310114841 653341720405 | | Unit Count | 47 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Stronghold Games - **Genre:** Sci-Fi Game Expansion - **Material:** Cardboard - **Number of players:** 5 - **Theme:** Science Fiction ## Images ![Terraforming Mars - Prelude - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NuQY0-QnL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Difference between the basic and premium versions besides price and seller?** A: Thad, When you say the basic and the premium versions, I see now on Amazon the same as when I bought one each of the two "versions". There is NO difference at all, except the price. Both offers of this addition to the basic Terraforming Mars board game include the exact same things: 35 new Prelude cards to use at the start of the game, 5 new Corporation cards to add to the regular Corporation cards in the basic game, and 7 new project cards to add to the deck of project (playing) cards in the basic game. If you visit Stronghold games web site, they offer their Terraforming Mars Prelude expansion for $19.95. If you visit the Amazon.com website they are offering the same Terraforming Mars Prelude expansion for two different prices, one at $17.19 and the other at $14.00. Pick the $14.00. It is a great addition to the basic Terraforming Mars board game and worth the money. But pay the lower price on Amazon.com and get the same great addition to the game. By the way if you do NOT have the basic game it is cheaper on Amazon too. On Amazon it is $45.68 and at Stronghold games website it is $69.95. Paul Hann **Q: How much does this speed up the game? Is the average playtime much shorter with this expansion?** A: Yes and no, you can control this with prelude. For example, my friends and I play 5 prelude cards before the game begins, I think the rules say pick only 2, but we deal 5 cards and play the 5 cards, this makes the game end around gen 6 for 5/6 players, it takes just a bit more for 2/3 players, gen 7 or 8. For me it's a matter of time and making the beginning of the game more fun than what it is, I couldn't live without this expansion, I love it. **Q: Can you play this game with just these cards (I just bought these without any knowledge of the game) ? Is there a good tutorial?** A: You absolutely can not play this game with only these cards. You literally don't even have the Mars game board. Lol This is by far the best expansion, but you have to get the base game first. **Q: Can you point me to the original game on amazon? I am not able to find the right one for this expansion.** A: Hi I have attached a link here to the original game. If you do get the game. I recommend getting the prelude expansion as well. Its been great! Cheers. https://www.amazon.com/Indie-Boards-Cards-Terraforming-Board/dp/B01GSYA4K2/ref=sr_1_14?crid=1KJB06TUTUVOP&dchild=1&keywords=terraforming+mars&qid=1616062566&sprefix=terrafo%2Caps%2C350&sr=8-14 ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐ The package damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn *by L***N on 18 August 2025* The package arrived damaged, with the box dented and slightly torn, giving the impression that the game might have been previously used. I am requesting a refund. Not good at all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by E***Z on 18 November 2021* Si te gustan que tus juegos luzcan Esta adición vale mucho la pena Sobre todo si lo encuentras en promoción ### ⭐ Review *by V***A on 16 November 2023* For rs 15,000 what do I get? Very cheap quality storage trays, no Base game, just expansion props.. waste of money.. I was traveling for 15 days, and return window expired.. I can't even return the product ## Frequently Bought Together - Terraforming Mars Prelude - Stronghold Games - Terraforming Mars Prelude 2 - Strategy Board Game Expansion - for 1 to 5 Players and Ages 12+ --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.dk/products/276877339-terraforming-mars-prelude](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/276877339-terraforming-mars-prelude) --- *Product available on Desertcart Denmark* *Store origin: DK* *Last updated: 2026-04-28*