What changed in Surviving Mars in 2026

Launch of the first part of the Prime Mission - Feeding the Future.

Trains can now carry more colonists and tracks can be built in groups.

The Underground is now more integrated with surface gameplay, sharing power and life support.

Substantial work done to improve game stability and performance.

Colonists now make more sensible decisions regarding living and working locations.

Mysteries now run reliably from start to finish.

Asteroids no longer expire, with improved deposits and new extractor variants.

New events have been added to enhance gameplay experience.

Research is now a map with new technologies and requires active selection.

Food resources decay over time, requiring steady harvests to maintain supplies.

Colonists benefit from services in their Dome without needing to walk to them.

Tutorials have been improved for better player guidance.

New expansions coming in 2026 focusing on food production and automation.